Evan and Jessica ∙ Engagement Session ∙ North Carolina Wedding Photographer

Evan and Jessica met in grad school in New York and started dating about two years ago. Their proposal story is so personal and romantic (good job, Evan).  I love it! On May 1, the two went hiking for the day in a New York State Park. They set up a romantic candlelit picnic at lunchtime, and when it was time for dessert, Evan pulled out Jessica’s favorite treat and a cloth napkin. Evan had threaded the napkin through an engagement ring. When Jessica saw the ring, Evan popped the question.

I came into the picture, when Jessica’s mom, who lives in North Carolina, entered the couple in my drawing for a free engagement session at the Greenville Bridal Expo. And…they won. So they came all the way from New York, and we met in downtown New Bern for their portrait session.

It was a joy photographing Evan and Jessica. I could see when they looked at each other the deep love they had for one another and an excitement for their future life together.  I cherish engagement sessions like this, when it is evident the couple is really and truly in love.

We had fun, too. They were continually laughing and joking around. They were so flexible and open to my ideas. They even walked through the New Bern Farmer’s Market all dressed up and held some of the… umm… produce.

That's not what it looks like. Ok, it is. It's goat poo for composting. Ewww! Actually I've been looking for this for my garden - haha! But, I really didn't want to make them hold it, the vendor insisted. They were such good sports!

Thank you so much Evan and Jessica! I pray God blesses your marriage with a depth that only He can give. You are going to love being married! I really had fun hanging out and getting to know you both. I can’t wait to hear what you think of the photos. We'll talk soon :) Lindsay