Chelsea and Michael were a referral from a sweet bridesmaid who was in a wedding I shot last summer. Chelsea sent me the kindest inquiry, and I knew we were going to hit it off right away. I wanted our shoot to represent the couple (they love coffee and nature) and their aesthetic: modern, artistic, and beautiful. We scouted a great coffee shop and a cemetery (stick with me here) for their locations.

Jessica and Eric welcomed me into their new home for a casual evening together hugged by all kinds of good light from their gorgeous windows. Afterward, we headed to the river park to catch sunset by the water.

Oh, dear friend! I relate so much to this, and trust me when I tell you that you’re not alone in those feelings. Anxiety in front of the camera can stem from many roots, but I want to emphasize, first and foremost, that feeling nervous is completely normal!