Engaged: Jessica + David

I mean, RIGHT?!  I loved working with these two!  David was r-e-a-d-y and had both Jess and I cracking up.  I can't even tell you how amazing it is when the guy is willing to let go in front of the camera.  It's usually easier for the girl, but these two slipped into their zone and trusted me completely.  And that is when you have the BEST outcome!  On top of that, these two were styled by Audree, which makes life that much easier ;)

The sad news?  I was already booked for their wedding :(  But in the end, I'm thrilled that I got to be at least a small part of this journey with them.  I have no doubt these two will keep flirting and laughing into old age together -- the best kind of love :)

Engaged: Jessica + Chuck

Jessica and her mountain man -- Chuck.

I love that she nick named him that because it's so fitting to his relaxed, and very masculine character. Jessica would cuddle up next to Chuck and you would know, just by the look on her face how protected she felt. In these moments when I meet new couples, you begin to learn the different ways that people love. Some embrace tightly, some laugh tearfully, and some just need the other's presence.

Jessica, the girl with the throw-your-head-back laughter who jumps into her mountain man's arms ... Chuck.

This is their story.

Milly came along for our photo date too.. you know, to give us some pointers on modeling ;)

...how sweet it is to be loved by you

I agree, they belong in a catalog!

Thank you Jessica and Chuck, for letting me tell your story. Can't wait for the big day in May :)

More photos will be added to Imaginale Design on Facebook so if you haven't *liked* it yet and want more, make sure to do so! Hope to see you there!

Engaged: Devon + David

She had me at burlap and lace.

Or at least, those are the words Devon used to describe her wedding and I knew this girl was after my photography heart.

Right after meeting with Devon and her (incredibly sweet) mom, the excitement of her wedding kept growing. We talked about outfit ideas and I scouted a location for our engagement session to match the Fall feel of Devon's November wedding. The day came, and I was blown away by Devon's planning and styling. But more than that, they completely trusted me to showcase their love -- for that, I'll always be thankful.





You know I love my details, and I have to thank Leidan Mitchell Salon for the stunning hair and make-up they did for Devon.



What a beautiful couple, huh?




Now this blue eyed beauty is Phoenix -- David's precious daughter. I have to say, David and Devon absolutely cherish Phoenix.





You should have heard me when I was editing. Love, love, love.







Hands down my absolute favorite set...






Devon and David -- you two are something special :) And your families? Adore them.

Hope this made you want to sip a little pumpkin spice latte or snuggle up to someone close. Fall and love are in the air my friends! Happy Wednesday <3

Jenilee + Matt -- Engagement

--- How weird is it that I'm not actually here? I'm at camp with no internet or phone access for a week! I've written this in the past (which is present for me right now) but I'm scheduling it to be posted in the future. When I'm gone. At camp. Blast from the past, I say. But let's get back to your program... ---

Do you remember Jackie O Jenilee and Matt? I gave you a little teaser a few months ago and that should not have satisfied you. No, no, no. Not when you have such a stylish couple like these two:



Work it out Matt ;) Vintage extraordinaire by day, and vinyl record lover by night.





What better setting for Jenilee and Matt than the historic soda shop of Mac Alpine's?





They also have 2 little vintage stops attached. Love-ly.

Jenilee just knew the way to my heart. Her styling, her magazine collection, and her complete trust in my vision.




After a wardrobe change, we headed to the downtown Library. What had started as a chilly and rainy morning (a very strange moment that rarely happens in Phoenix), turned into a sunny afternoon. God bless the desert and the clouds.








Thank you both again, and again, and again. For exploring with me, for pouring so much detail and preparation into our session, and for choosing me. I truly am lucky to have clients like you two!

-- Hope you guys enjoyed this one! At this point in camp I'm imagining that I'm not yet used to the sleeping schedule, I'm nervous, I'm getting to know people, and I'm praying. A lot. And then I remember my girls are probably a lot more nervous and I need to make the most of this week.
Leave me your thoughts and I can't wait to catch up with y'all next week!

Sincerely, past Ale --