Jen and Ben: Engagement

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Well with this year’s wedding season over and the winter chill in the air, that means its time to sit under a warm blanket, finish up editing photos and finally catch up on this blog.

I am going to skip the long stories tonight and just give you some images to look at. I have been trying out a few post production techniques as well so let me know what you think.
Okay I am going to start with some engagements and work my way up to the wonderful weddings from this season.

First, we head back to Iowa, which has become my home away from home this Fall. When I first met Jen and Ben in June I knew we would get along right away. They were so friendly. I could feel the love between them right away and as I got to know them more this October at their engagement session I saw how sweet together they really were.
I was so happy when they choose Iowa City for their engagement session. I love the city and the University of Iowa campus. Go Hawkeyes!

I loved the buildings there. The old capitol is one of my favorites. Even though the stairs are a little steep, just watch it when you walk backwards I played with some post production actions on this image.

I loved her adorable shoes! And I am crazy about butterflies so I was so excited to see her tattoo, too cute.

We were blessed with some beautiful light! Whenever possible I try to photograph engagements in that golden hour or two.

I love what little moments happen unexpectedly.

This is one of my new favorite poses! (I owe it to Melissa McClure for showing it to me during a engagement session swap we did this summer.)

I love her ring! It is so unique yet still classic and beautiful.

This is my favorite of the day and one of my favorite engagement photos I have taken. I just loved how she kicked her legs up. I used some textures and other post production actions to enhance my vision.

Ben and Jen will be married May 16, 2009 in Cedar Rapids. I can’t wait!

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