Every couple stands before me waiting, expecting, a little feeling of awkward.  It’s up to me to navigate passed the outer court where all acquaintances visit into that inner place.  That place of vulnerability each of us guards until we trust the visitor.  Some open the gates freely and widely. Others slowly and a little at a time.  Still others padlock the gates and defy you to gain entrance.

This image was toward the end of our shoot.  The shot mechanics were set.  I asked for an almost kiss.  Suddenly they left me behind and only had eyes for each other.  Softly they touched each other and I got to see the couple I will be photographing September 18, 2010.

Oh my goodness! That crooked little boy smile…..no wonder Erin gave her heart to him.

We are going to rock out September 18th.  I don’t know how I got so blessed with incredible gowns this year, but I am freakin’ lovin’ it!   Can’t wait, Erin!