When I was a little girl there was this other little girl who lived across the country from me in Oregon. I loved her so much and thought of her as pretty much one of my best friends. Anytime my parents would make a home video of my brother and I one of the first things out of my mouth was, “HI STEPHANIE!”; because I was sure that this tape was going to be mailed to her. That girl/this beautiful bride to be, is my cousin Steph. She happened to move back to Iowa when we were in middle school. Unfortunately we don’t see each other as often as we should anymore. Admittedly I probably don’t see much of anyone as often as I should anymore, just a hazard of being knee deep in something you love. So I was honored, to say the least, when Steph asked me to be her wedding photographer. She stood up for me when I got married and I feel like this is even better than being a bridesmaid. Not only do I get to be around my family and all the ones I love but I also get to DO what I love and photograph them. I am so excited for their wedding in May! I only had one stipulation since it is family and they all know how to throw down. I will have my camera in one hand, champagne (or beer later on..) in the other!
A photo of her and I when we were little (I am on the right) Were we not adorable!? I’m sure I have better ones, but it’s late.
Wow! Amazing session, expressions, composition and location! Your cousin will love these!! 🙂
Sensational! Beautiful use of light and they look like a great couple to work with.
Amanda, these are brilliant. It must have been amazing to be able to do this for your cousin. I’m sure she was blow away by the results. Cool old picture of the two of you.
awesome work! the back lighting is mint! and the skin tones are great. It’s almost as though their love is creating it. great captures!
Aw, Manda you’re so sweet! You made me cry. :’)
Amanda this is stunning work and I like the extra special touch you put at the end. Nice!
I LOVE this session!!!! The photos are so crisp and beautiful. Gorgeous work. The photo of you and her is adorable!
So crisp and clear. Your style rocks!
those trees are divine. great session!
WOW. Gorgeous couple, gorgeous lighting, gorgeous processing. Could you ask for any more?
Awesome work Amanda. Hot couple and super great locations. Not to mention that your images are awesome-sauce.
I love the way they look at each other!
beautiful session, beautiful couple.. I love those black and whites!!
Amanda you and your cousin are adorable! Beautiful images! You rocked it!
Great images as usual, Amanda. I LOVE (love love) the shot of them running from the camera. Great moment.
These are so beautiful Amanda! And so sweet! Loved the way you worked with the gorgeous light.
LOVE this Amanda! You are amazing! My favorite is that first shot. SO sweet. And those b/w? FREAKIN KICK ASS!
These are all so fabulous! What a gorgeous couple. Those trees are perfect <3