Emily & Joey: I love U.(sd)

Emily and Joey are getting married on the other side of the state, but asked me to do their engagement session. I enjoyed spending a warm June morning with them!

Emily and Joey met as members of USD's marching band. They cherish each other, are fond of their time at the University of South Dakota and selected the campus as the location for their session.

USD is a gorgeous campus. Old Main provides a stunning backdrop.

Emily and Joey spent time studying music and performing in Slagle Hall. The building was not open, though the structure is a fine setting.

Danforth Chapel

Flower Fountain at the Shrine to Music Museum

We concluded our session at the United Church of Christ. I sit in church admiring the windows in the space. I've wanted to use them for a photo shoot and seized the opportunity. Thank you to the church for allowing me access.

I wish Emily and Joey a happy journey together.

I invite you to my website and facebook page to view my current projects.

Joe and Sarah

Joe and Sarah have been married for awhile and decided that it was time to have a portrait session again.

Winter is a difficult season to schedule time for photography. Snow is a beautiful addition to the scenery, but the temperature is quite low and the weather is unpredictable.

Last week The American Heart Association held its campaign to promote heart health among women. Friday, February 5, was Go Red For Women Day. Even the falls at Falls Park were illuminated red in the events honor. *PSA side note* Everyone should take care of their ticker. Your loved ones will thank you for it!

Falls Park is always a beautiful setting, but I thought it'd be fun to try to utilize the special coloration for Joe and Sarah's photos. We did experience some snowfall throughout the day, and it chilly. However, it wasn't as cold as it could have been. There is minimal access to the viewpoints around the park, but we found a few locations where we could take advantage of the special scenery. My husband was able to spot me so that I didn't fall into the river. :-) I didn't actually get that close.

Red light is no longer bathing the falls, but you should be sure to visit the park anyway. Bring a blanket and some hot cocoa.

View more photos of Joe and Sarah, plus other portraits here.