A man and woman stand facing each other, smiling, in front of a large wooden door with a brick wall. The man is wearing a plaid shirt and jeans, and the woman is wearing a black jacket and jeans.

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January 8, 2013

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wedding photographers in raleigh nc ~ engagement session for jessica and bo

With the season over for us Raleigh wedding photographers, I’m already looking forward to what 2013 has to offer! First up will be Jessica and Bo, whose Carolina Inn wedding I will be shooting in a few weeks. Their Chapel Hill engagement session took place one grey Sunday morning in November, where we met at the Carolina Inn, had a leisurely brunch at the Carolina Coffee Shop where we had a chat and got to know each other a little better, and then headed out to take pictures around the area.

It was a fun-packed and eventful session where we laughed, cried and I got ambushed by a rather large and playful Irish red setter. What can I say? We all have to suffer for out art. Thankfully, I came out unscathed and so did the pooch.

Jessica and Bo have a lot of fun together and that definitely showed through in the photos. Again, direction here was minimal; I prefer to take photos of people as they really are versus setting up cheesy poses that look uncomfortable for everyone involved. This is Jessica and Bo as they really are: fun, happy and in love.

Here are a few of my faves from their sesh:

Silhouette of a couple standing closely in a doorway, softly lit from behind. The scene is intimate and atmospheric, with a blurred outdoor view in the background.
A woman with dark hair smiles while wearing a black top and a light pink scarf. She is outdoors with a blurred background of green foliage and pink flowers.
A couple embraces and kisses against a tall, columned wall. The background features a series of towering vertical structures, adding depth and urban ambiance to the scene. The focus is on their affectionate moment.
A man in a dark cardigan and plaid shirt smiles at the camera. The background is blurred with greenery and warm tones.
A couple sits on the grass, smiling at each other affectionately. The man has his arm around the woman. They are surrounded by trees and blurred greenery in the background, suggesting a park or garden setting.
A couple stands close, looking at each other affectionately, in front of a large brick wall. The wall has an arched outline at the top, adding architectural interest to the scene.
A couple stands closely, touching noses. They are outdoors with an autumnal background of blurred trees and warm light. The woman wears a scarf, and the man is in a plaid shirt. They appear happy and content.
A couple stands closely, with the man embracing the woman from behind. They are both smiling against an outdoor backdrop of trees with sunlight filtering through. The woman wears a scarf, and the man is in a plaid shirt.
A couple sits on a wooden bench, talking and smiling, in front of a historic brick wall with a large arched window. Greenery surrounds the bench, and a vintage streetlamp hangs on the wall.
A man and woman holding hands and smiling at each other while standing outdoors. Sunlight filters through the trees in the background, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere.
A smiling couple embraces outdoors. The man wears a plaid shirt and leans in close, while the woman, wearing a scarf, laughs. The background is softly blurred with autumnal trees.
A couple stands close together outdoors, both smiling at each other. They are surrounded by trees and a row of buildings in the background, creating a serene and intimate atmosphere.
A woman in a dark sweater and scarf leans against a railing between large beige columns. She smiles at the camera, with soft natural light illuminating the scene.
A couple sits on the steps in front of a historic brick building with the words South Building inscribed above a large wooden door. They are holding hands and smiling at each other.
A man and woman stand facing each other, smiling, in front of a large wooden door with a brick wall. The man is wearing a plaid shirt and jeans, and the woman is wearing a black jacket and jeans.
A couple sits on a grassy field, smiling at each other. The woman wears a scarf, and the man is in a plaid shirt. Trees with green leaves are in the background, with blurry buildings visible. The scene conveys a relaxed, joyful moment outdoors.
A couple stands in a park on a cloudy day, smiling warmly. The woman is in front, wearing a scarf and dark jacket, while the man stands behind her in a coat, gently embracing her. Trees and a soft background blur frame the scene.
A woman with long brown hair is smiling at the camera. She is wearing a light pink scarf and a dark top. The background is softly blurred with hints of pink and green, suggesting a garden or park setting.
A black and white photo of a couple embracing, standing between large columns. They are smiling warmly at each other. The woman is wearing a scarf, and the man has his arms wrapped around her.
A couple stands in front of a brick building with white columns and a tall door. The man wears a dark sweater and jeans, while the woman is in a gray jacket and jeans, with a pink scarf. Greenery frames the entrance.

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