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Natalie & Sean – A Colorful Engagement in Downtown Cleveland

When we met on the courthouse steps, we took a few minutes to shake off the nerves. It’s not unusual for couples to arrive a little nervous. Truth be told, I was a little nervous as well. Maybe nervous isn’t the word. “Amp’ed” might be the better term. After chatting for a few minutes we got started. Normally, the first few photos don’t make the selection because the nerves show. This was not the case for Natalie and Sean’s engagement session in downtown Cleveland. Something was definitely different.

The first photo below, is in fact, the first photo. Right from the start Natalie and Sean appeared completely comfortable with each other. Nerves that may have been there were completely gone. This was also true for the rest of the evening session. As we wandered to different locations around downtown Cleveland, Natalie and Sean were completely engaged with each other. In hind sight I can completely understand why. They make each other laugh constantly. If laughter is the key to love, then Natalie and Sean have it in spades.

For locations, Natalie and Sean simply allowed me to pick out some favorite spots, with the stipulation that we stop by the Brown’s Stadium for a few truly Cleveland-themed photos. Happy to oblige, we included the stadium and the Browns without throwing a football around. Come to think of it, this is the first time I have included Brown’s Stadium for an engagement session or wedding.

Below are just a few favorites –

Downtown Cleveland engagement session with Natalie and Sean

On the courthouse steps above, and at Brown’s Stadium below.

Downtown Cleveland engagement session with Natalie and Sean

Above – a found patch of green grass in our drought environment. Below, looking out across the city.

Downtown Cleveland engagement session with Natalie and Sean

I love Natalie’s peach necklace peaking out about, and the hard sunshine below.

Downtown Cleveland engagement session with Natalie and Sean

The Art Museum above and below, which I am starting to use in new ways.

Downtown Cleveland engagement session with Natalie and Sean

That’s all from this Monday evening session. I certainly can’t wait for Natalie and Sean’s wedding in Akron. Too bad it’s a few long months away, but it will arrive before we know it. Definitely stop back soon as I will have quite a few more engagements and weddings coming soon. Until then, enjoy the fading summer.

Sheila & Beau – A Hot Summer Morning

I was just finishing setup at the studio when my phone rang. It was Sheila and Beau, and they were early! I quickly wrapped up and ran down to meet them. Once back upstairs, we chated for a bit as I got everything together. The idea was to start with just a few photobooth-esque shots. Hence, why we were in the studio I never use. After just a few frames we abandoned the hot studio and headed outside. Finally, a breeze.

Sheila and Beau had found me from all the way down in Cincinnati. Their wedding, scheduled for next year, will be in Cleveland and we simply can’t wait. They’ve picked some great locations and the entire team for their wedding is simply awesome. Even the amazing HDZ crew is helping out. And it all makes sense once you know Sheila and Beau just a little. They’re some of the most laid-backed people I’ve met. Fun, easy, happy and they clearly love to party. They even met while partying – at a concert.

For their engagement session, we kept things simple and wandered around downtown Cleveland. We hit a few spots over a couple hours and spent sometime getting to know each other. The sun was blazing hot, so we kept to the shade where possible.

Below are six simple favorites –

Sheila and Beau's hot summer engagement in downtown Cleveland

I’m pretty sure Sheila and Beau thought I was nuts when I screamed “Woo Hoo” and threw my hands in the air. I guess I managed to convince them, somewhat 😉

Sheila and Beau's hot summer engagement in downtown Cleveland

In the above, I love the little bit of sun grazing them in the shade. It’s a lovely highlight.

Sheila and Beau's hot summer engagement in downtown Cleveland

I am sure you have seen that wall on my blog before. I simply love the soft tones. That’s all for today. Since we have been shooting like mad lately, much more will be coming soon.

Carrie & Kevin – A Sunset Engagement Session in Downtown Cleveland – with a Blimp

I was almost surprised by the longer evening hours. Yesterday it seemed like the sun was setting at 5:00 PM. Now, we don’t even start engagement sessions until after dinner. I’m certainly happy the evenings are bright again. The summer light is so beautiful. Sunset seems filled with tones of peach, honey, magenta and purple. The fast setting sun also lets loose brief periods of brilliant orange and blonde. For Carrie and Kevin, we started late deliberately to utilize the evening light. We kept going right past sunset because Carrie and Kevin made the light over downtown Cleveland look so amazing.

And Carrie and Kevin are so much fun to work with. I know I say it a lot, but they are particularly fun. At points I had trouble doing my job because I was laughing so hard. They both kept each other entertained, and my self as well. I would be awesomeness when Carrie and Kevin did the handshake from Community (those of you who watch the show will know what I mean). Oh – and their execution was perfect. I have to admit I was a little jealous. I might have been practicing with Brooke ever since. I’m not saying I was, but just maybe.

I think you can see their true personalities in the engagement photos below. Carrie and Kevin’s happiness is not manufactured. They really are that amazing together. So, here are just a few favorites –

Carrie and Kevin's sunset engagement session in downtown Cleveland

Oh Bella, Carrie and Kevin’s lovely dog. She was so curious about the entire experience.

Carrie and Kevin's sunset engagement session in downtown Cleveland

I just love the sunlight pouring over Carrie, and the clean background below. This location for photos is definitely a favorite.

Carrie and Kevin's sunset engagement session in downtown Cleveland

I love the photos above and below because of the expressions. Their hands almost tell half the story.

Carrie and Kevin's sunset engagement session in downtown Cleveland

Above, a moment of excitement. Below, a shared private moment together in the evening sunset.

Carrie and Kevin's sunset engagement session in downtown Cleveland

The light was fading fast, and turned a deep orange. We took a quick break and then finished up the session. Above, you can see how orange the light became.

Carrie and Kevin's sunset engagement session in downtown Cleveland

Carrie and Kevin's sunset engagement session in downtown Cleveland
I promised a blimp. I am not sure why the Goodyear Blimp was flying on Friday, but it was over downtown. I particularly like the last photo. It takes a private moment and keeps it private. I simply love how it turned out. Looking forward, we can’t wait for Carrie and Kevin’s wedding in October after their amazing engagement session. They are simply a dream to work with.

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