August 20, 2013 Katie + Jim | United States Naval Academy + Annapolis Engagement session
I heart Katie. Majorly majorly heart Katie. Katie became a fan of my work after seeing Taylor and Nick’s wedding last year and her decision to use me for her future wedding was solidified when I did Dana and Shane’s engagement session. We first talked in September of 2012 about me possibly coming down to Norfolk to photograph her then boyfriend’s homecoming from deployment. He ended up coming home early and surprising her so it didn’t work out. Before he left again, he proposed and they officially had a wedding to plan! We talked on Skype and by the end of the conversation had decided we would be BFFs by the time their wedding came.
Fast forward to August 4th, I finally get to meet Jim… and Katie’s mom, Jim’s parents, siblings, and basically all of the bridal party minus one or two. I couldn’t love this whole group more! I feel more like an old friend than a hired vendor for their wedding and I just can’t wait to see it all unfold.
This Saturday we got together again for their engagement session and I got to spend a good chunk of my morning with Katie and Jim. We explored the naval academy, downtown Annapolis, and finished the morning by having delicious Crepes for breakfast. These two are so fun, so in love and so perfect for each other and I can’t wait for their wedding next year!
We started off at the Naval Academy right at sunrise. We had a beautiful morning and I couldn’t have been more excited as a photographer ;)
It was extra fun for me because normally with engagement sessions I only have the engagement ring, but here I had both of their school rings to work with too!
They had noticed the boat “commitment” on a previous visit and had marked it as a must have spot for photos. I love how appropriate this is!
Aren’t they so cute?
Katie is too pretty for her own good.
It was time for an outfit change and to head down to the docks in Annapolis. I love this whole series and the bright morning light!
Katie + Jim, you guys are the best and I can’t wait to see you again! I’m sure we will many more times before the big day! :)
jennifer
Posted at 06:42h, 20 AugustBrea, I just love these and all of the OCF work you have been doing. What a great session!
Dani
Posted at 07:10h, 20 AugustSuch a fun session!! They look so happy. I love everything on the docks! Amazing lighting!
Natalie
Posted at 07:24h, 20 AugustSuch a sweet session! I love the ring shots – amazing!
Kathy
Posted at 07:34h, 20 AugustSuch a cute session!! :) I love the set on the docks – great light. BEAUTIFUL ring btw!
Krista A. Jones
Posted at 08:09h, 20 AugustThese photos are so sweet Brea! Morning light in Annapolis is the best!
Katie
Posted at 08:20h, 20 AugustThey are so adorable together and you did such a great job capturing that!! Love!
ashley barnett
Posted at 08:27h, 20 AugustAwww they are so adorable and so clearly ridiculously in love – it shines through in the images! :)
Kelly Ewell
Posted at 08:32h, 20 AugustSuch a happy couple! :)
Becca
Posted at 08:34h, 20 AugustAnother gorgeous engagement session from you! I’m loving those sunrise photos!
Emilia Jane
Posted at 09:11h, 20 AugustAww that last one is so cute!! <3
Nichols Portraits
Posted at 09:13h, 20 AugustBeautiful engagement session! Love the ring shots!
Erin Wheeler
Posted at 09:27h, 20 AugustOh so pretty!! The Naval Academy & Annapolis is definitely one of my favorite spots- great job!!
tPoz
Posted at 10:09h, 20 AugustWOW – those SUNRISE SHOTS!!! Beautiful session – all of the images are gorgeous!!
Kate Ann
Posted at 10:46h, 20 AugustBrea these are gorgeous! I want to shoot in Annapolis at sunrise very badly now!
Emily
Posted at 11:10h, 20 AugustLove seeing you rock the OCF! Gorgeous sunrise.
Sukey
Posted at 14:52h, 20 AugustOh, that photo next to the sailboat “Commitment” is so perfect. Beautiful e- session!
Alison Harper
Posted at 17:10h, 20 AugustWhat a perfect session. So Annapolis! The boat is just a trip!
Joanne Sisk
Posted at 21:25h, 20 AugustKatie is beautiful! I love her style. Love the sunrise photo with Katie wearing Jim’s hat! And the last picture is so fun! It’s another great session… you’ve captured their love and happiness perfectly.
Renee Langer Vukela
Posted at 02:31h, 21 AugustLove the pictures, you both look great and so in love!
Pat DiMatteo
Posted at 11:26h, 21 AugustAbsolutely beautiful! I love the photos :)