May & Shawn: Engaged!

May and Shawn are simply delightful. Shawn himself is a photographer and when we first spoke on the phone we bonded over that fact, chatting away about different equipment and shooting techniques. So, on my way to the shoot I felt myself getting nervous. It’s always a bit intimidating to photograph photographers… but when I arrived at the shoot, May and Shawn were so sweet and relaxed that my nerves calmed and I was ready to create some great images.

We met at Pasadena City Hall, a beautiful site with great architecture and lovely grounds. May and I both were reminded of Europe as we walked around the place — all of the arches and ornate stone accents along with the park-like courtyard at the center of the building really did take me back to my time spent in Europe a few years ago.

Here are my favorite shots from the session yesterday.

I just loved this space.

This tree was amazing.

Love this one.

May and Shawn are so great together. It’s hard for her not to smile around him.

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Great light.

A cute reaction to a guy crossing the street. 😛

After we got quite a few shots at the City Hall, we walked around the neighborhood a bit and found this great space behind some of the business buildings across the street.

My favorite part about this space was the fact that it had these bright, colorful tiled walls lining the lawn area. Anytime I find colorful walls, I must photograph them. Thanks to May and Shawn for being so willing to fulfill my crazy visions!

May and Shawn, I’m really looking forward to your wedding in July! Good luck with all of the final details!

I will be posting a slideshow of this shoot soon. Have a good Sunday, everyone!