Yesterday I was invited by Moses, Kim, and their little Dachshund, Chloe, to photograph some engagement poses at Sherwood Gardens in Baltimore.  I have never been to Sherwood Gardens prior to this, but you can bet I’m gonna recommend it to others.  It’s a beautiful piece of land surrounded on all four sides by large, historic homes.  And the flowers…ooo la la!  They are particularly know for their tulips in early Spring.

Moses & Kim have been engaged for a little over a year and are planning on tying the knot this November.  When I spoke with Kim about where she wanted to go, she asked if I’d mind if she brought her dog, Chloe.  I said, “Sure, why not!  She’s part of your family, too.”  Besides being madly in love with one another, Kim & Moses love Chloe as well.  The shots of them playing with their little gal are just precious.  And all those shots where you don’t see Chloe, rest assured, she is very close by looking at us with her sad doggie eyes, sending telepathic messages that she wants to be included too!

Here are Moses, Kim, and Chloe the Dachshund….enjoy!

Chloe in her favorite spot – on Moses’ lap

Could she be a doggie model?

I think Moses likes this….

Isn’t Kim a doll?

Laughing at one another

Behind every good man….

…is a good woman

I loved this tree!

Here they are having some alone time while I peek

funny faces

surprised faces

“I love you” faces

There have been torrential downpours in this area for days on end, and then suddenly, when Kate & Joey’s wedding day arrives, the clouds break, the rain stops, and all is well again with the world!  Amazing!  I was so relieved for both the couple, and myself, that the rains ceased and Kate & Joey were able to have their dream wedding outside on a lawn of lucious green grass overlooking the water at Camp Letts.

Beverly and I arrived at Kate’s house in the early afternoon to find a house all aflury with bridesmaids, make up, balloons, food, and general commotion.  Kate’s mom, Marilyn said she gave up trying to keep everything tidy, and proceeded to take me into a room behind closed doors that was very clean, and very empty, except for one beautiful wedding dress hanging in the corner.  At that moment, staring at that beautiful dress, I knew we were going to have us a weddin’!

Kate & Joey met (I was told) at Barnes & Noble and both have a love of books.  This was apparent in the unique centerpieces they had on their tables.  I have known Kate for a while, but had only met Joey once.  I was told he was a somewhat private person.  He was quiet with Beverly and myself during his pictures before the ceremony, but at the moment he was able to kiss his bride and call her his own, his countenance changed.  He could NOT keep his eyes off of Kate, and I don’t blame him!  She was, and is, stunning!  I wish you both a wonderful honeymoon and a prosperous new life together.

Enough blabbing, here’s the photos.  It was so hard to choose just these few….

Kate’s dress details & engagement ring

Calvin waiting to walk his daughter down the aisle

The kiss….it was loooooooong!

Mr. & Mrs!

Wedding party

Kate’s bouquet

The rings

Some bride & groom time

Here is Kate’s brother, Colin, singing a song he wrote for her!

Best Man Johann’s speech was hilarious & heart-warming

Joey & Kate can dance!

Daddy’s little girl

Taking some time to eat that cake

Rocking out on the air guitar!

Well, it seems that photography season is in full swing.  I started my week with Mark & Jill’s engagment, and then yesterday I photographed the ever adorable Clara, and on Saturday I’ll get to witness Kate & Joey exchange vows as they commit their lives to one another.  (Not to mention the engagements for the next two Sundays, the family sessions coming up, and yada yada ya….)  But I’d like to pause and let you see how much little Clara has grown.

I first met Clara about 3 months ago when she was just a little thang, and she has blossomed and changed so much in such a short time.  She can smile, coo, kick the toys hanging from her play mat, and even produce the pouty lip!  It’s so amazing how children grow and change so quickly.

Clara was a real trooper, too.  When I arrived yesterday she was finishing up a morning bottle and then we put her through about 4 outfits, 2 head bands, one flower pot, and one beach towel…and she took it beautifully, all while looking good at the same time!  Here is little Clara…

Relaxing in the flower pot.

The famous “lip.”

Clara’s first headband of the day.

On to the bathing suit.

And these are my favorite series.  I can’t get enough of that headband!

And lastly, Clara’s tutu!