Downtown Norfolk Engagement Session | Norfolk Wedding Photographer | Scott + Jenny

Downtown Norfolk Engagement Session | Norfolk Wedding Photographer | Scott + Jenny

It is often true that opposites attract and at first glance, this is exactly what happened in Scott and Jenny's relationship. She is outgoing, he is reserved. She is chatty, he is a man of few words. Yet the more time I spent with them, the more I realized how similar they are. Both have the same goofy sense of humor. Both have smiles that could light up a room, smiles that they share freely with each other. Both care for each other deeply, and their love is obvious with every word and interaction.

Downtown Norfolk is one of my favorite places for an engagement session, and this night was no exception. The sun shone through the trees onto the cobblestone streets near Cure Coffeehouse, and the waterside was lit up with its reflection as it sank lower by the minute. With adorable houses, tall trees, and the Norfolk shoreline in the background, this was a perfect reflection of the beauty this city has to offer and a gorgeous backdrop to celebrate Scott and Jenny's relationship as they step closer to the wedding each day.

Norfolk, Virginia, Engagement Session | Norfolk Wedding Photographer | Rob + Lauren

Norfolk, Virginia, Engagement Session | Norfolk Wedding Photographer | Rob + Lauren

When a boy and a girl can make each other laugh, the rest just seems to fall into place. That's exactly what happened for Rob and Lauren, who fell in love over the years as they share a goofy personality and a deep love for each other. We met at a gorgeous state park in Norfolk for their engagement session, followed by windy beach portraits that brought in all the romance!

The storm clouds chased us as we went, threatening to downpour the entire time. Yet the weather held off, and rolling clouds on the horizon added drama to their engagement session. Rob and Lauren, just happy to be together, were completely relaxed and ready for a date night at one of their favorite spots - Luna Maya - afterwards. He held her close, she snuggled into him, and the result was more fun and beautiful than I could have imagined.

Hollyfield Manor Engagement Session | Richmond Wedding Photographer | Jeremy + Meghan

Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session

I absolutely love it when couples find unique places for their engagement sessions. There are amazing options in Hampton Roads, but traveling outside of the area brings new beauty and challenges of its own. Jeremy and Meghan fell so in love with their wedding venue, Hollyfield Manor, that they wanted to have their engagement pictures there as well - and I was happy to comply! Between a gorgeous mansion, a lake in the back, a huge silo, and plenty of grounds, there are limitless options.

The first thing these two told me was that they could be awkward in front of the camera, but they were happy to do whatever it took to look like naturals - and it truly didn't take long! Jeremy and Meghan can play together, run through cornfields together, and in a moment embrace each other and share a sweet kiss. In fact, I think kissing may have been their favorite pose that night ;)

Jeremy and Meghan, I can't wait for August - especially since we're getting so close! Enjoy these last few weeks of being engaged, make the most of every moment, and before you know it the big day will be here!

Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session
Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session
Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session
Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session
Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session
Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session
Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session
Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session
Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session
Pink Floral Ring Shot
Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session
Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session
Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session
Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session
Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session
Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session
Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session
Elegant Southern Mansion Summer Engagement Session