I had a really busy day Saturday—about as busy as I could be without actually having a wedding scheduled. One of the sessions I’m working on is Hallie & Lee Roy’s engagement session. We had a blast & I really like the photos we ended up with. I’m still going through the photos but I wanted to share a couple of shots so I don’t have to wait until they’re all finished.

These two photos really need to be seen large to be appreciated.

It’s hard to believe we’d never met before heading out to Riverfront Park on that freezing (in the 20s) afternoon in December. Within moments of being in front of the camera, these two were ready to go—so much so that you’d swear they were seasoned models (which they swore they weren’t).

Owing to that was the fact that they are such great friends in addition to being engaged. For example, when getting down from the tall rocks (and jumping the partially frozen water) Jamie didn’t just jump—she leaped in to her man’s arms. Not the kind of leap where you hope somebody helps you land. The type of leap where if you’re not caught, you’re landing in the hospital with a broken tailbone. All without so much as one single word of warning to Regy. Of course he caught her perfectly and I got it all on film (or the compact flash card). And now you all get to see their love in action. They were even happy to let me take a little extra time on the first photo (which is using a completely new to me technique) which gives it a unique, but great, look.

Repeatedly I say I have the best clients. To the point where it’s easy to assume I’m just saying that because I should. I can tell you I’m not. I hope whatever luck that brings me these great clients stays. It makes my life so much easier. Jamie and Regy are perfect examples of why I always repeat it.

Many thanks to Eric Strate for braving the temps and helping me with my gear.

On with the pics. Which shots are your favorite?