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Man, oh man, did I have fun with David and Eleni! There is something so classic about these two—something timeless… I can’t put my finger on it, but their love is like that of an old romantic love story. And they both have so much to work with—by this, I mean great expressions. They can be both totally edgy, and totally warm and fuzzy. I really had fun exploring different situations with them. And I also have to say that they might be one of my favorite couples ever because they actually laughed at my jokes (which, I know aren’t that funny)!
I had to sneak this picture in, because it cracks me up. I asked Eleni and David to make a really mean face at the camera—a “crusty”, if you will. This is what they threw my way—flared nostrils and a stare. I almost died laughing, because they couldn’t be “crusty” if they tried. Clearly!
This is more like them….
This is a shot of Georgetown from the top of an overlook—will you look at all that color?
I spent double the time that I normally do in engagement sessions with this couple yesterday—-I just couldn’t let them go! They are such a hot couple! I dragged them all over the place… first to commons park, and then because I decided that I’ve seen way to much of that park lately, I ended up taking them over to five points. Good times! It was pretty cold out, but Katie and Chris were troopers and despite the weather, I hope they had a good time. I know I did— I loved working with their faces!
We really lucked out with this amazing ominous sky! I love this image because it looks as though they are running from a storm.
Five points is great for shooting with all the distressed wood and old warehouses….
… and then we stumbled upon this old pickup truck and decided to snap a few shots with it. I can’t believe it was open! We probably broke the law for these next two shots, but oh well—the lengths we go to for art!
This might be my favorite shot of the day. I don’t know why, but I couldn’t stop coming back to it. It’s just so edgy and non-narcissistic….
These images are supposed to be reminiscent of the cover of Bob Dylan’s album, Freewheelin’. Monti is a huge fan, and wanted the same nostalgia that came through on that album cover, to come through in his engagement pictures. I put my best forth forward in 18 degree weather in Boulder, to portray Shannon and Monti’s love in this timeless way. What I loved about them throughout the shoot is that they really do share a love that is almost dreamy and from another lifetime. Watching them together is like watching an old 1940′s romance. One’s hope in true love seems restored.
Love #8. Great moment. Hope you are well, Jules.
(05.06.2009)These are AMAZING! You did a fantastic job capturing their personalities. What an adorable couple!
(05.06.2009)amazing, as always. I love the 'crusty' face. I have told people before "can you like, try not smiling for a second" it never works, they always laugh at me. Apparently I suck as bad at being bossy as this couple sucks at being mean ;-)
(05.06.2009)The black and white picture of the couple amidst the branches as they embrace is absolutely breathtaking!
(10.20.2009)