Backyard Salem Engagement Party

Andrea and Jen were best friends and roommates in college. So, when both girls got engaged around the same time, it was only natural they plan a joint engagement party, together. Andrea is an event coordinator at Cinta Events so I knew this party was going to turn out fantastic but I had no idea just how spectacular it would be!

It was held at the private residence of Andrea's parents. Everything took place in their stunning, newly-renovated backyard. Landscaping was done, a river-side deck was built, string lights were added, and a fire-pit was constructed just for this event! Everything from the engagement invites to the signs at their engagement party were covered in beautiful coral & champagne ombre colors and also monogrammed with the two couples' initials. The couples even created their own logo to brand their joint engagement party's details. A delicious buffet was provided and each dish was hand-made by Andrea's parents. But the highlight of the party was the mimosa bar. Andrea and Daniel love making their own mimosas so, when planning their party, a fully stocked mimosa bar was a necessity. Andrea worked her magic to create the prettiest outdoor bar, with all sorts of fresh fruits and juices to make concoctions with, complete with gold-rimmed glasses and floral paper straws. And just when I thought it couldn't get any better, desserts were brought out: strawberry shortcake & brownie caramel trifles. Both were out-of-this-world delicious! Guests also enjoyed taking photos at the photo booth, playing bean-bag toss on custom heart-shaped boards, and making their own specialty s'mores by the fire pit. There were so many fun little details all around. I simply can't wait until the weddings!

Congratulations Andrea & Daniel and Jen & Cody! Thanks again for letting me photograph this gorgeous event! I adored every minute of it. 

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Salem Couples Portraits - Bush Park - Andrea & Daniel

Andrea and Daniel have been together for a while now, and wanted to capture their love for one another in photos. They wanted to photograph their couple's session in Salem, where Andrea grew up, so I did my research and picked out a few different parks to check out. I had never been to Bush park before, but it looked pretty from the photos I saw online. From what I could tell, somewhere inside the park was a nice grassy field to shoot in, but I had no idea the gift it was about to give me.

I climbed to the top of the hill and gazed out upon what I expected to be a grassy field. To my delight, all I could see were whimsical tall trees and adorable purple little flowers for as far as the eye could see. I couldn't have been more ecstatic! I knew right then that this was where we would photograph Andrea & Daniel's session. It only got better when they arrived; Andrea looking so elegant in her peach lace dress, and Daniel, handsome in his gray suit. What a classy couple! And in the most beautiful backdrop we could have ever hoped for.

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WSU Graduation - Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden - Ramona & DJ

Ramona & DJ are simply a match made in heaven. They've been sweethearts since high school, followed each other to college, and have now graduated from WSU together too. This session was to celebrate their love, and all that they have accomplished together. But as an amazing twist to this sweet couple's graduation story, DJ surprised us all and proposed to Ramona AT graduation!! I am so excited for these two lovebirds as they begin their journey towards marriage. Many years of hard work and happy memories have brought them to this point, and I am sure there are many more years of wonderful memories to come. Congratulations Ramona & DJ on both your graduations and engagement!! I can't wait to see you two say "I Do!" 

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