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Sarah + Parker’s Surprise Engagement

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Sarah & Parker’s surprise engagement at Johnson’s Beach was one for the books! Sarah arrived thinking she was coming to the beach for a friend’s photo session, completely unaware that Parker was about to ask one of the most important questions of his life. As sunset arrived, he got down on one knee and surprised her with a beautiful proposal.

Just when Sarah thought the surprises were over, family members who had traveled from out of state appeared to celebrate the exciting news. Watching the joy, tears, hugs, and laughter unfold was such an honor. We are so grateful we got to capture these precious memories and celebrate alongside these two as they begin this exciting new chapter together. Sarah and Parker made memories that beautiful summer evening that they will all cherish for a lifetime! Congratulations, Sarah & Parker!

A woman reacts emotionally while a man proposes to her on a beach, with a decorative sign in the background that reads 'Marry Me.' They are standing on a soft rug on the sand, surrounded by beach scenery.
A man kneeling on a beach proposing to a woman, who is smiling and wearing a striped dress. There are decorative elements nearby, including flowers and signage.
A couple sharing a kiss on the beach, with a 'MARRY ME' sign and floral decorations nearby.
A couple embracing on the beach, surrounded by sand and grass, with a decorative setup in the background.
Three women sit together on a sandy beach, smiling at the camera. Behind them is a decorative sign that says 'MARRY ME', surrounded by floral arrangements.
A family of seven poses together on a sandy beach, smiling at the camera. They are dressed in light, casual clothing suitable for a beach day, with a cloudy sky in the background.
Two young children sitting on a large log in a grassy area near the beach. The girl is wearing a light pink dress and a bow in her hair, while the boy is dressed in a blue shirt and beige shorts.
A couple walks along the shoreline of a beach, holding hands, with gentle waves and an overcast sky in the background.
A couple joyfully dancing in the surf at the beach, with gentle waves washing over their feet.
A couple kissing while standing barefoot on the beach, with waves gently lapping at their feet and a cloudy sky in the background.
A couple sharing a romantic kiss on the beach, with the man lifting the woman in his arms while standing in shallow water.
A joyful family gathering on the beach, featuring several people embracing and playing with children, with the ocean in the background and a cloudy sky above.
Three women standing on a beach, smiling and posing together. They are wearing summer outfits with shorts and light tops. The background features a sandy beach and distant greenery under a cloudy sky.

Maddie + Matthew’s Surprise Engagement

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What a joy it was to capture one of the most exciting moments of Maddie and Matthew’s story together! Matthew planned the sweetest surprise proposal, and Maddie’s reaction was absolutely priceless. Watching the moment she said “yes” was something none of us will soon forget.

As if the proposal itself wasn’t special enough, their entire family was waiting nearby to celebrate with them afterward. The hugs, happy tears, and excitement made the evening even more unforgettable. Some of the sweetest moments came as Maddie shared this milestone with her dad a beautiful reminder that engagement days aren’t just about two people, but the families who love and support them along the way.

Congratulations, Maddie and Matthew!

A man kneeling on a sandy beach proposing to a woman standing in front of him, who appears surprised and happy.
Two people embracing on a beach during sunset, with sand and grass in the background.
A couple on a beach, with a woman smiling and looking at something in her hands, while the man stands beside her, both enjoying a sunny day.
A joyful couple embracing on the beach, with a clear blue sky and soft sand in the background.
A couple embracing on a sandy beach, with the ocean in the background and a clear blue sky.
A couple embracing and sharing a kiss on a sandy beach under a clear blue sky.
A couple sharing a tender kiss on the beach during sunset, surrounded by soft sand and grass.
A couple smiles at each other while walking on a beach at sunset, with warm sunlight illuminating their faces. The woman has wavy hair and a colorful necklace, while the man wears a white button-up shirt.
A couple embracing on a sandy beach, with the male partner kissing the female partner's forehead, both smiling and dressed in light summer attire.
A couple sitting together on a sandy beach at sunset, with the woman leaning back against the man, who is gently kissing her cheek.
Two women dancing joyfully on a sandy beach with ocean waves in the background and grass in the foreground.
A candid moment on the beach featuring a man and two women, with the man smiling as one woman touches his face while the other stands nearby, against a backdrop of sand and ocean.
A group of nine people standing on a sandy beach during sunset, dressed in light-colored clothing.
A couple stands on the beach at sunset, smiling at each other. The man is wearing a white shirt and light pants, while the woman is in a light dress. Waves gently lap at their feet.
A couple passionately kissing on a beach, with one partner lifting the other while standing in the shallow water as waves gently wash ashore.
Couple walking hand-in-hand along the shoreline during sunset, with gentle waves around their feet.

The Frederick Family 2026

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It’s always such a joy for me when I get to spend the evening with the sweet Frederick family and this evening was no exception! I love seeing how the girls have grown older but Mom & Dad get younger every year! There was so much, love, laughter and fun! The sweet Frederick family made memories that beautiful summer evening that they will all cherish for generations to come! 

A family of four posing on the beach with soft waves in the background, under a cloudy sky. They are dressed in casual summer attire.
Two girls sitting on a sandy beach, wearing light-colored dresses, with green grass and a cloudy sky in the background.
A family of four walks barefoot along a serene beach, holding hands, with the ocean waves and cloudy sky in the background.
Two girls joyfully walking hand-in-hand along a beach, wearing light summer dresses, with gentle waves and a cloudy sky in the background.
A happy couple standing together on the beach, with the ocean and cloudy sky in the background. The woman is wearing a blue dress while the man is dressed in a light blue shirt.
A family posing together on a sandy beach during sunset, with soft grass and cloudy skies in the background.
A mother and her two daughters smiling together on a beach, with the ocean and cloudy sky in the background.
A family of four standing together on a sandy beach during sunset, with pink and orange hues in the sky. The two daughters are dressed in light blue and white dresses, while the parents wear matching casual outfits.

The Waun Family 2026

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The Waun Family was such a joy to photograph once again! Their session was filled with laughter, smiles, and the genuine love they share for one another.

This year was especially special because I had the opportunity to meet and photograph their extended family, making the evening even more meaningful. We also celebrated an exciting new chapter with a few engagement photos! It was a beautiful evening filled with memories that will be treasured for years to come. Congratulations on your engagement!

A group of nine people posed together on a sandy beach with grass in the background, taken during daylight.
A couple embracing on a beach during golden hour, with the woman smiling over the man's shoulder.
Four people standing on a sandy beach with green grass dunes in the background, illuminated by sunlight.
Two young men sitting on a log on a beach, smiling and enjoying the sunny day, with grass and sand in the background.
A young couple standing together on a sandy beach during sunset, with green grass in the background. The woman is wearing a light-colored dress, and the man is dressed in a short-sleeve shirt and shorts. They are smiling and embracing each other.
A couple walking hand-in-hand on a sandy beach during sunset, surrounded by grass-covered dunes.
A couple embracing on a sandy beach, smiling joyfully while holding hands, with the ocean in the background.
A group of eight people holding hands while walking together on a sandy beach during sunset, with green dunes in the background.
Three women standing together on a beach, smiling and engaging with each other. The first woman is wearing a floral dress, the second a blue dress, and the third a white dress. The beach scenery features soft sand and a bright blue sky.
A family of three sitting on the beach near tall grass, with the ocean in the background during a sunset.

Michelle + Todd’s Surprise Engagement

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A Love Chosen Again and Again

Some engagement sessions are beautiful. Some are meaningful. And every once in a while, we get to witness something truly sacred.

Michelle and Todd’s surprise engagement session was one of those moments.

Surrounded by the quiet beauty of the beautiful evening, Todd surprised Michelle with a heartfelt proposal and a gift that perfectly captured the foundation of their relationship a custom canvas declaring the words, “I Choose You.” Not just for one day, but every day. In every season. In every version of reality.

One of the most touching moments of the evening was a private foot-washing ceremony. A beautiful act of humility, service, and Christ centered love, it reflected the commitment they are making to walk through life hand in hand, placing one another’s needs above their own. It was so special in everyway!

As photographers, we have the privilege of documenting love stories, but this felt like so much more than an engagement session. It was a living picture of what marriage was designed to be: a daily choice to love unconditionally, to serve faithfully, and to keep choosing each other through every chapter ahead.

Michelle and Todd, thank you for allowing us to be part of such an intimate and unforgettable moment. Your love for one another shines brightly, and we cannot wait to see what God has in store for your future together.

Congratulations on your engagement! 

A couple sitting on a beach, with the man kneeling and holding the woman's hands. The woman is wearing a white dress and has long hair, while the man is in a light-colored shirt. They are surrounded by sand, grass, and a decorative blanket with a container nearby.
A man kneels on the sand, washing the woman's feet who is seated in a chair, both dressed elegantly for a beach ceremony. The setting includes a decorated area with flowers and a scenic ocean backdrop.
A man kneeling on the beach, gently washing the feet of a woman sitting in a decorative chair, with a serene ocean background.
A man pouring water into a bucket while a woman sits on an elegant chair on the beach, with decorative flowers present in the scene.
A couple sitting on a beach; a man kneels beside a woman seated in an elegant chair, holding her hand. They are surrounded by sand and beach grass, with a romantic arrangement featuring flowers and a magazine.
A man kneels on the sand, proposing to a smiling woman sitting on a chair. She wears a white lace dress and holds a photo album, while flowers are arranged around them on the beach.
A man and a woman are engaged in a heartfelt moment on a beach, with the man holding a ring and the woman smiling as she looks at him. The woman is dressed in a white lace dress, sitting on a decorated chair surrounded by flowers on the sand.
A couple embracing on the beach, sharing a joyful moment, with the ocean and sand in the background.
A couple embracing romantically on a beach during sunset, with soft sand and grass in the background.
A joyful couple on a beach, with the woman showing her engagement ring and smiling, while the man stands beside her, laughing, with the ocean and sandy beach in the background.
A couple gazes into each other's eyes on a beach, with sand and grass in the background. The man has gray hair and is wearing a short-sleeved white shirt, while the woman has long blonde hair and is dressed in a white dress.
A happy couple embraces on a sandy beach, the woman holding a bouquet of red roses and white flowers, both wearing light summer attire with a serene ocean backdrop.
A couple embracing on a sandy beach, sitting on a vintage chair surrounded by flowers and a decorative blanket, with a sign reading 'I Choose You' nearby.
A couple embracing on a sandy beach, with the ocean in the background and a light sky above.
A couple standing on the beach, smiling and embracing each other. The woman is wearing a white dress, while the man is in a light-colored shirt and beige pants. The ocean and a clear sky are visible in the background.
Couple walking hand-in-hand on a sandy beach with the ocean in the background. The woman is holding a bouquet of red roses.
A couple shares a romantic moment on the beach at sunset, with the woman holding a bouquet of flowers and the man gently embracing her.
A couple standing on the beach, looking at each other and smiling, with the ocean waves in the background.
A couple embraces and kisses at the beach, with the ocean waves in the background. The woman is wearing a white lace dress, and the man is in a light shirt. The scene conveys romance and affection.
A couple holding hands while walking on the beach, with gentle waves in the background and a cloudy sky.
A couple walking hand in hand along a beach, with gentle waves in the background, both smiling and dressed in light, casual attire.
A couple standing in shallow water on a beach, with the woman in a white dress and the man in a white shirt and beige pants, embracing as they look away from the camera against a backdrop of waves and a cloudy sky.
A couple sitting on the beach, embracing with smiles, surrounded by sand and sea grass.
A couple standing on a beach at sunset, gazing at each other with smiles, surrounded by sand and grasses.

Grace + Ryder’s Engagement Session

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Grace and Ryder make such a sweet, beautiful couple. They are madly in love and have so much fun together. Their engagement photo session was so special, in so many ways. They made memories that beautiful summer evening that they both will cherish for a lifetime! 

A couple walking hand in hand on a sandy beach during sunset, with lush grassy dunes in the background.
A couple sharing a romantic kiss on a sandy beach during sunset, surrounded by grass.
A couple stands together on a sandy beach during sunset, with one person holding the other. They are dressed in a white patterned dress and light-colored clothing, surrounded by grass and a colorful sky.
A couple dancing joyfully on a sandy beach at sunset, surrounded by tall grasses.
A couple holding hands on a beach, with a focus on the woman's engagement ring while they lean in for a kiss in the background.
A couple walking hand in hand along the beach, with gentle waves in the background and a clear sky.
A couple standing in shallow ocean water, smiling at each other, with a clear blue sky and gentle waves in the background.
A close-up view of two hands holding each other, one hand adorned with a ring, set against a soft, blurred background.
A couple joyfully embracing on the beach, with the ocean waves in the background and a clear blue sky.
A couple sharing a romantic kiss on the beach, standing in shallow water with the ocean waves in the background and a clear sky above.
A couple embracing on the beach during sunset, with gentle waves in the background.
A young couple sitting on the beach, smiling at the camera, with sandy surroundings and tall grass in the background during sunset.
A couple embracing on a beach at sunset, with the ocean and gentle waves in the background.

The Kees Family

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It is so special when extended families can all vacation together! Grandchildren, Aunts & Uncles and Cousins all having fun together on the beach! That’s exactly what this sweet family did! They made memories that gorgeous summer evening that will be cherished for generations to come.

Family portrait on the beach during sunset, featuring thirteen people of various ages, standing on sandy terrain with greenery in the background.
Two boys sitting on a fallen log on a sandy beach, surrounded by tall grass and a cloudy sky.
Family portrait on a beach at sunset, featuring a man, woman, and two children standing together on sandy dunes.
Three girls sitting on the sand at the beach, smiling and wearing summer dresses, with grass and ocean in the background.
A happy couple poses together on a sandy beach during sunset, surrounded by grass and gentle dunes.
A mother and son hugging joyfully on a sandy beach with gentle waves in the background.
A group of six children walking hand-in-hand on a sandy beach, smiling and enjoying a sunny day.
A couple stands on a sandy beach with dune grass in the background, gazing into each other's eyes during sunset.
Three women walking hand in hand on a sandy beach with grass dunes, under a bright sky at sunset.
A large family group posing together on the beach, smiling at the camera with ocean waves in the background.
A family portrait on the beach at sunset, featuring a mother, father, and son standing in shallow water, with gentle waves around them.
A couple walking hand-in-hand along a sandy beach, with gentle waves in the background and a clear sky.
A large family posing together on the beach, standing in shallow water with the ocean in the background. They are smiling and enjoying ice cream while wearing casual summer clothing.

Welcoming Baby Oliver

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Laura + Travis are so in love with each other and it comes shining through onto their precious baby Oliver who they are so excited to welcome into the world! Their special evening was made by God for just the 3 of them with the blue sky, soft clouds and the blue moon in the background! It was just perfect for welcoming their precious baby Oliver! They made memories that gorgeous summer evening that they will treasure for generations to come. 

A couple standing on a sandy beach at sunset, the woman is wearing a light dress and cradling her baby bump, while the man stands beside her with a smile, both enjoying a moment together.
A couple sitting on a log at the beach, sharing a romantic kiss while the sun sets in the background.
A couple sharing a kiss on a sandy beach during sunset, with the woman showing her baby bump.
A pregnant woman in a white dress sitting on the sand with her partner, both smiling, during sunset on a beach.
A couple stands on a sandy beach, smiling and gazing at each other. The woman is wearing a long white dress, while the man is dressed in a light shirt and shorts. The ocean and a cloudy sky are visible in the background.
Pregnant woman in a white dress standing on the beach, gently touching her belly, with waves in the background and a cloudy sky.
A couple on the beach, with a man kneeling in the water, gently kissing the belly of a pregnant woman in a white dress, as ocean waves crash in the background.
A couple embraces and kisses on a beach at sunset, with gentle waves in the background and the woman wearing a light-colored dress.
A couple embracing and kissing in shallow water on a beach, with gentle waves and a cloudy sky in the background.
A couple holding hands and smiling while standing in the shallow waves of a beach during sunset.
A couple stands close together on the beach, with the woman in a white dress displaying her baby bump, while the man embraces her from behind. The scene is captured in black and white, with waves gently lapping at their feet.
A couple lying on the beach, smiling and holding hands, with waves in the background and a heart drawn in the sand.
A couple embraces on a beach during sunset, with waves in the background. The woman is wearing a white dress and the man is holding her from behind, both smiling.

The Stephens Family 2026

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It’s always a joy for me when I get to spend the evening with this sweet Family! I love seeing how the girls have grown over the last few years. There was so much love, happiness, and fun that beautiful evening. They all made memories they will cherish for a lifetime. 

A family of five walking hand-in-hand on a sandy beach, with two young girls in light blue dresses and their parents dressed in casual summer attire.
Two young girls in light blue dresses sitting on a log at the beach, with one girl playfully kissing the other on the cheek, surrounded by sandy grass and a cloudy sky.
Young man standing on a sandy beach, wearing a white polo shirt and beige shorts, with a cloudy sky in the background.
A couple standing together on a sandy beach, looking at each other. The woman is wearing a white floral dress, and the man is dressed in a navy polo shirt and beige shorts. Soft clouds are visible in the sky, with tall grass in the background.
A woman with two young girls standing on a sandy beach, smiling at the camera, with grassy dunes and clouds in the background.
A family of five sitting together on a sandy beach, smiling at the camera. They are surrounded by dune grass and a cloudy sky.
A man smiling while carrying two young girls on a beach, with ocean waves in the background and a cloudy sky overhead.
Two children standing on the beach, with their backs to the camera, looking at the ocean while embracing each other.

Shannon + Alex’s Surprise Engagement

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Shannon + Alex had a beautiful evening for their very special surprise engagement. Alex did an amazing job planning every last detail, and sweet Shannon was completely surprised. As they walked arm in arm down the beach, Alex led her back into the magical sand globe where he got down on one knee and asked Shannon to spend forever with him and of course she said YES! They made memories that beautiful evening that they will cherish for a lifetime!

A man kneeling on the beach, proposing to a woman in a yellow dress, who is smiling and reaching for him, with a scenic ocean backdrop.
A joyful couple on a beach, with the man holding the woman's hand while she smiles at him, both appearing to be engaged in a romantic moment.
A joyful couple hugging on a beach, with sandy dunes and a serene ocean in the background.
A couple sharing a kiss on a sandy beach during sunset, surrounded by tall grass and ocean waves in the background.
A couple walking hand in hand along a sandy beach, with the ocean waves and a blue sky in the background.
A couple sitting on the beach, holding hands and enjoying each other's company, with a cloudy sky in the background.
A couple sitting closely on the beach, with the ocean waves in the background during sunset.
A couple standing on the beach, embracing each other with the ocean in the background. The woman has long hair and is wearing a light-colored dress, while the man has his arms around her waist.
A couple smiling at each other while standing barefoot in the shallow waves of a beach during sunset, with a soft blue sky and gentle ocean background.
A couple sitting on a sandy beach, smiling at each other, with the ocean and cloudy sky in the background.
A couple sits on a log at the beach during sunset, with a colorful sky in the background. The woman is wearing a yellow dress and the man is in a black shirt, both smiling contentedly.