I have special connections with all of my clients, but these two really left an impression on me.

Because they each have extremely busy schedules, (she is a surgeon) they rarely get to see each other. Capturing their affection for one another came naturally during our time and I couldn’t get over how sweet and gentle they were!

The delicate florals and natural greenery of the surroundings of the arboretum, rose garden and park were the perfect backdrop to their tender love for each other. Their countenance was reserved and quiet, but they weren’t afraid to goof off and laugh together.

I felt honored to capture this elegant couple as they prepare to enter in to a lifetime together!

Happy Valentines to you all! This shoot was put together by myself and Lane from Something Borrowed in one week and I couldn’t be more happy with the team involved and how it all came together. So here’s a little valentines inspiration for you today. And, if you are in need of a tasty cocktail tonight, make sure to check out the evening cocktail recipe below.

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An Evening In Cocktail Recipe from Mint and Mirth

Ingredients:

2 oz. Selvarey Cacao
1 oz. Stumptown old brew coffee
1 oz. coconut milk
1/2 oz. ginger root simple syrup
Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a shaker over ice.
Shake and strain.
Top with a sprinkle of cayenne.

Participating Vendors:

Photographey: Maria Lamb Photography | Venue: The Colony in St. Johns | Floral: The Green Dandelion | Dresses: Emily Rose Riggs Bridal | Rentals: Lane from Something Borrowed Vintage Rentals | Model Agency: Option Model Management | Male Model: Josh Grisby | Female Model: Caity Johnson | Hair and Makeup: Renee Bruhn | Paper Goods & Calligraphy: Jenny from Graceline | Oyster Bar: Foster’s Craft Cooking | Cocktails: Mint & Mirth | Chocolates: Moonstruck | Film Developing + Scanning: Photovision