THROWBACKKK!! Becca and Austin’s wedding was my second full wedding of all time. I can’t believe that was almost two years ago now… and I also can’t believe how many weddings I’ve photographed since then. I have always been so transparent with my experience when booking couples, because I feel that’s only fair to them. But one thing I do always emphasize is that I am so WILLLING to work and learn. I value my relationships a lot and care so deeply about the people I work with. After every wedding, I always find one thing that I can improve on and although I’m nowhere near where I would like to be, I’m getting there. And I wouldn’t be able to do it without the ones who took a chance on me. I was so lucky with this couple and this group. They were such ideal clients — laid back, kind, understanding, patient, open, welcoming, and FUN!!! These groomsmen are still some of the funniest group of guys that I ever worked with. And this bridal party was the only one that not only the bride and groom wrote me sweet reviews, but also the majority of their wedding party. :’) I will always be so freaking grateful for my first few clients that trusted me and gave me honest feedback that helped me grow. Those first ones really stick with you.

Venue: Bogey’s // Dress: The Bridal Closet

As the weather here in New Jersey gets cooler, we’re welcomed with softer sunsets. This weekend was Halloween and Daylight Savings, and so that means the sun is setting before 5pm and we’re inching closer to the holidays!!! I’ve always found beauty in the changing of the seasons — it’s actually one of the reasons I love living in the northeast. Each season is just the perfect amount of time and there’s honestly something beautiful about each one of them. Winter is my favorite (I know, unpopular opinion). Anyways, this fall, I was able to photograph so many couples with the beautiful fall foliage as their backdrop. Batso village was the perfect backdrop for Jerilyn and Johnny — leaves, woods, and a bit of spooky vibes. They LOVE halloween, and so it was only fitting that we included some halloween-themed props in their engagement session. Fun fact, the smoke bombs in some of these photos were originally red, but two weeks later, they announced that they were EXPECTING A BOYYY… so I just had to turn the color to blue. I was photographing their engagement, maternity, and family photos all in one day. Their connection and love made my job just that much easier.

Bogey's Wedding | Becca + Austin

Fall Couple Session at Batso Village | Jerilyn + Johnny