I am so stoked to be sharing this engagement shoot with you guys! So full of fun details and little moments between the bride and groom to be. A big thanks to Stephanie from Ribbons and Rust for crafting up the swing set for this shoot! Yeah that's right.. AMAZING! Check it out! Also thanks so much to Green Wedding Shoes for featuring these two love birds on your blog today! Also thanks to Lilac Saloon for the awesome heart confetti! Be sure to check out her other hand made awesomeness!
Ryan and Michelle met while working at the Huntington Surf and Sport. Ryan was, and still is the marketing manager over there and at the time Michelle was the merchandiser. They got to know each other and eventually become friends however it wasn't until after they had their first date a couple years later in Sunset Beach that they knew they had something truly special. "It was just one of those feelings where you just know, even after one date." Michelle says. "Last September Ryan took me back to that very same spot and that's where he popped the question. I know so cliche, right? But I wouldn't want it any other way."
"..I love how we can just be two individual people, who just so happen to have a heck of a lot in common. We love red wine, tea, lots of it. Foreign Countries. Pugs. Blog hopping. Camping. Good eats. Etsy. Riding some
waves. Cruising down some mountains. Vintage finds. Mid century architecture.
High ceilings and open space. Because we are both so easy going, decision making and life in general tend to be easy between us, never hard, which makes us both smile at the end of each and every day! We just feel blessed we found each other."
Ryan and Michelle met while working at the Huntington Surf and Sport. Ryan was, and still is the marketing manager over there and at the time Michelle was the merchandiser. They got to know each other and eventually become friends however it wasn't until after they had their first date a couple years later in Sunset Beach that they knew they had something truly special. "It was just one of those feelings where you just know, even after one date." Michelle says. "Last September Ryan took me back to that very same spot and that's where he popped the question. I know so cliche, right? But I wouldn't want it any other way."
"Our personalities complement each other in the best way
possible. It's made for the best foundation we could ask for. We seriously have
permanent crushes on each other. It's
nice having that feeling all the time! Everything from the sports we play, to
the shows we watch. He always helps me finish my food & I always help him
finish his dessert.."
"..I love how we can just be two individual people, who just so happen to have a heck of a lot in common. We love red wine, tea, lots of it. Foreign Countries. Pugs. Blog hopping. Camping. Good eats. Etsy. Riding some
waves. Cruising down some mountains. Vintage finds. Mid century architecture.
High ceilings and open space. Because we are both so easy going, decision making and life in general tend to be easy between us, never hard, which makes us both smile at the end of each and every day! We just feel blessed we found each other."
Love the heart confetti!
Ryan and Michelle wanted to their photos to be symbolic of themselves and a reflection of their love for one another. I think you can really see their easy going personalities and the depth of their love for one another in these photos. Thanks guys for such an incredible shoot and allowing us to partake in the experience! We cant wait for your wedding at the Smog Shoppe later this year.
Such a handsome couple. I've never seen Michelle look so happy. Props for capturing such a wonderful emotion.
(04.14.11 @ 02:22 PM)I rarely comment on blogs but I MUST comment on this! Wow, this might be the cutest engagement session I've EVER seen. I love it. Everything about it. Great work!
(04.14.11 @ 04:12 PM)Sooooo beautiful! :)
(04.14.11 @ 04:50 PM)SUPER AWESOME!! Loved all aspects of this shoot. And double thumbs up for the swing!! :) Nice work guys!
(04.14.11 @ 04:57 PM)Wow these are amazing! I love the props, I love the little block letters, and they are a great looking couple! Love these!!
(04.14.11 @ 05:18 PM)Couldn't be HAPPIER on how these turned out!! I think i've been smiling for about a month now. Loove, love, looooooove!!! You & Kristin seriously make shooting so funnnnnn! We had a great time & can't wait till November!
(04.14.11 @ 05:43 PM)Ba da bing! Awesome job!
(04.14.11 @ 07:28 PM)So gorgeous! Love the streamers from the tree!
(04.14.11 @ 07:42 PM)Hi Brandon and Kristin! I sold a little bag of felt heart confetti to Michelle and she told me that after her engagement shoot with them, she'd share links to the photos. Well today in my email I GOT THE LINKS. Little did I know how amazing these photos would be! When I saw that it was BRANDON KIDD (!!!) who photographed them I literally squeeled out loud! I've been a fan of your work for quite some time now and was sooo amazingly surprised and honored to see that my humble little felt heart confetti was used in a Brandon Kidd shoot. This is SO making my 'best things ever to happen' list. I'm sharing this like it's hot. :D
(04.14.11 @ 08:33 PM)Hi Brandon and Kristin! I sold a little bag of felt heart confetti to Michelle and she told me that after her engagement shoot with them, she'd share links to the photos. Well today in my email I GOT THE LINKS. Little did I know how amazing these photos would be! When I saw that it was BRANDON KIDD (!!!) who photographed them I literally squeeled out loud! I've been a fan of your work for quite some time now and was sooo amazingly surprised and honored to see that my humble little felt heart confetti was used in a Brandon Kidd shoot. This is SO making my 'best things ever to happen' list. I'm sharing this like it's hot. :D
(04.14.11 @ 08:33 PM)Such a fun and pretty shoot!!!! Love it~
(04.14.11 @ 09:07 PM)Brandon and Kristin were amazing! We had a blast the entire shoot. Our vision wouldnt have been a reality without you guys, thanks so much! Huge thanks to Stephanie too! She nailed the swing and it made our day that much more memorable.
(04.14.11 @ 10:35 PM)Gorgeous work! And a fabulous couple! Love love love all the details. Of course, you have to be pretty awesome to get married on November 5. ;) On their wedding day, my hubby and I will be celebrating 6 years (and exactly ONE DECADE together)! So extra EXTRA congrats to Ryan & Michelle!
(04.14.11 @ 11:39 PM)Well done Brandon! I've been anticipating these photos for quite some time now, and my expectations were definitely met! I love how you were able to capture both of their personalities and silliness!
(04.15.11 @ 03:57 PM)gorgeous!!! Absolutely LOVE these!!
(04.15.11 @ 04:36 PM)Great work! Where is this spot? I have the hardest time finding meadows to work in.
(04.16.11 @ 06:51 PM)I am just happy to see them happy!I think my favorite is the last photo with the confetti because you captured pure, real laughter and Love. A job well done!
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