Dana and Quinn are fantastically awesome. You know that feeling when you are so happy and you've been smiling so hard for so long that your cheeks hurt? That's hanging out with these two. We met up at an amazing ranch just outside of Santa Barbara, CA. It was like a mini paradise, I'll never forget it. Special. True Love. Joyful hearts. That's Dana and Quinn. I'm looking very much forward to their wedding later this year!

I just wanted to post a few images from Megan and Chester's engagement session. We had a good time at this shoot, and I know the wedding day will be great. Looking forward to seeing you both next month on your i do day!

Mary Brenna and Cliff were married in Nashville, TN in a chapel on the Vanderbilt campus. The reception afterward was held at Travelers Rest Plantation, a really cool outdoor venue, nestled in between gardens and historic mansions. The style of wedding was casual and elegant, burlap tablecloths, fresh seasonal flowers, and a relaxed atmosphere. One cool personal touch was the couples parting gifts. Cliff and Mary Brenna gave away local dogwood tree seedlings to all their guests, so a little bit of the south could be shared amongst family and friends. Perfect. These two were so cute together, you can just see how much they care for each other - and I simply love that. Congrats!

I have had a list for a long time, of 3 things that I want to do before I die. In no particular order.... ride in a hot air balloon, see the northern lights, and touch the pacific ocean. I'm terribly happy to say that I can scratch the last one off my list. To me there is a difference, you stand on the beach and the waves wash up on your legs, the ocean is touching you. You bend over to swipe your hand in the water, and you are touching the ocean. Some moments like that need no documentation at all - they are memories that will be forever safe inside your heart. The drive up the coast was truly amazing. The images below are my take on the scenery. The last two photos were just too beautiful to not post :) Enjoy.