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Molly & Dave – A Winter Maternity Session in Gates Mills

It’s amazing how things can change over such a short period of time. It seems like just yesterday I was photographing Molly and Dave’s wedding. In truth, it really wasn’t that long ago. They were married in February, 2012. Just recently, they celebrated their 1 year wedding anniversary. For this reason, I was a little surprised, and elated, when they called me for a maternity session. Molly is essentially nine months along, and due any moment. So, we had to hurry.

Being winter, we decided to start inside their home and then work outside in the Gates Mills neighborhood. For me, this also made the session very personal. I think capturing a personal subject should be done in a personal place. And their gorgeous home is as good a place as any. It’s warm, beautiful and quaint.

We then headed outside and into the deep snow. We haven’t had much snow in Cleveland this year, but we had plenty on this particular day. We spent a few minutes outside their home before heading over to the Gates Mills Gardening Club. The small white barn and house made a great backdrop for the snowy weather. Below are just a few favorites, which I am excited to share today.

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The last photo above is one of my personal favorites. I know – it’s a photo of a photo. However, it’s so cool that modern technology allows us to “see” our children before they even come into the world. A huge thanks to Molly and Dave for inviting me to briefly join their growing family once more. And thanks to Bella, the dog, for tolerating my presence again.

Meredith & Hunter – Chagrin Falls Winter Engagement Session

I’m currently around 36,000 feet above Nebraska while traveling to California. I’m headed west for a rather special business workshop, but more on that later. Just before leaving, I was able to deliver Meredith and Hunter’s engagement photos to them. I just couldn’t wait until after my trip. And today I can’t wait to share with you.

We started the session simply enough – at Meredith’s family home in Hunting Valley. I met Meredith’s mom and the new dog. We chatted for a little while and then started. An easy start is typically a good start.

And Meredith and Hunter made it easy. They’re so gracious, loving and fun. Great hosts, too! The only hard part was the name confusion. Everytime Meredith beckoned one of us, we would both respond. It’s rare to meet another Hunter, so I’m accustom to responding whenever I hear my name. I’m sure we’ll get it right by the wedding.

To cap off their engagement session, we headed into downtown Chagrin Falls – a personal favorite of mine . Even more so at Christmas. And Chagrin Falls is special for Meredith and Hunter as well. Hunter actually proposed right by the waterfall.

Below are just a few favorites from their lovely engagement session.

Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session

Of course their new dog had to be the center of attention, and so cute!

Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Speaking of cute, how about Meredith’s dress and Huner’s bow tie.

Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Above, sometimes love is spontaneous. Below, visiting Jeni’s ice cream.

Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
Meredith Gibson and Hunter Cavell engagement session
I love the last couple with the lights in the background. We really lucked out and caught the Christmas lights at just the right time of day. That’s all for today. Stop back soon as we will have more sessions coming soon.

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