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Best of Portraits 2018 | Business

Best of Portraits 2018 | Business

How do I narrow down my favorite portraits of the year when I’ve had so many beautiful couples and families in front of my lens? The answer is that it’s not easy, but there were a few things that stood out to me as I looked back on the year.

The first is joy. Each person here is expressing joy at being together, getting married, growing their family, or simply being a family. The laughter and emotion feels so real, even through the screen. These are some of the most joyful people on earth, and it was my privilege to capture some of the best days of their lives - with many more yet to come.

The other thing that stands out to me is…

Elegant Richmond Engagement Session | Richmond Wedding Photographer | Troy + Jenna

Elegant Richmond Engagement Session | Richmond Wedding Photographer | Troy + Jenna

At any engagement session and on every wedding day, there are things that make it into pictures and things that will never be captured on camera. Both intertwine to form a memory and, when they're done well, the photographs are a reminder of what you can't see as much as what you can. In light of that fact, I never want to forget all the things from Troy and Jenna's engagement session that were NOT photographed - but are as unforgettable as the pictures themselves…