Emma and Sam chose to do their engagement photos at their family property in Calera, Alabama — the same property they're planning on building a home on, and raising their kids on someday. It was SO cool exploring the area with them with that knowledge! We started in one of the prettiest fields I've ever been to (just look at that sunlight!), spent some time splashing in the creek, and wrapped it all up under the crepe myrtles in Sam's parents yard. Here are some of my favorite moments from their session!
- Getting chased across the river by the neighbor's tiny white Chihuahua
- Emma's favorite tree! It's the big one in the middle of the field (pictured below) and kinda made me feel like we were in an African savannah.
- Driving ALL over the property (and getting a break in the AC lol. Engagement sessions are no joke in the summer here in Alabama, even around sunset when it's cooling down!)
- Shaking the crepe myrtles and having purple fall down all around us. I am not native to Alabama —I grew up a military kid, and settled in Gadsden/Rainbow City area with my husband just this summer (August 2024). I have loved loved loved the flowering trees that paint the south all summer long, and Emma promised his mom would be okay with us using her trees for their engagements.
View the full engagement session here!
MEET SARAH
Alabama & Southeastern Wedding Photographer
Inspired by genealogy and family legacy, I go into every wedding day with the knowledge that your wedding photos are some of the only photos that stick around generationally — they are a critical part of the story your family will learn about you! I consider it’s my responsibility and privilege to help tell that story honestly and elegantly.
You should probably know: I will cry during your dad's speech. I will be getting down on the dance floor with your guests. I'll help you plan intentional time with your partner and closest friends and family on your wedding day — and step back so that you can experience those core memories without interruption. I'll guide you through portraits and wedding prep, work closely with your other vendors to make the magic happen, and capture every moment of your wedding day in all its glory.
If that's the kind of wedding photographer you're looking for...
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