Elizabeth Park Engagement Session in West Hartford, CT | Renee & Matt

I met Renee, Matt and their pup Calvin at Elizabeth Park in West Hartford on a lovely Sunday evening for their engagement session.  The sticky humid air that usually likes to hang around New England at the end of August had subsided for the time being, allowing for a fabulous session with perfect golden light in the rose garden!

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Who is The Shaina Lee Bride?

Over the past few years, I've had the pleasure of photographing many beautiful couples on one of the most spectacular days of their lives.  During this time, I've spent countless hours of thinking about who The Shaina Lee Bride and The Shaina Lee Couple truly are.  What are their interests?  What's their wedding style?  What is their outlook on love and life?

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7 Occasions to Book a Photo Session

You've probably seen a million and one reasons to hire a professional photographer; you're getting married, you're engaged, you need updated family portraits, it's someone's birthday... the list goes on.  Read on to learn about some not-so-obvious reasons to book a photo session with a professional photographer!

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AvantGarde Design | Vendor Love

I'm very happy to introduce you all to Barbara of AvantGarde Design today!  I met Barbara a couple months back when we collaborated on a styled shoot together and couldn't have enjoyed working with her more!  Her designs are timeless, elegant and beautiful, and always seem to take my breath away.  

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Surprise Wedding Proposal at Gallaher Mansion at Cranbury Park | Melissa & Andy

Andy contacted me at the beginning of July, looking for a photographer to document his wedding proposal to his girlfriend, Melissa.  As he told me a bit about each of them and his proposal plan, I knew it was going to be good!

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