They met through work when Emily was transitioning out of a job and Jim was transitioning in…they became friends and it didn’t take too long before they realized that it could be something more! They pair together so well…she’s fun and outgoing and he’s got that laid back surfer vibe going on…which only makes sense because these two love the beach! They even got engaged on a gorgeous beach in California…

I’d been looking forward to their engagement session for a long time…originally we had planned to shoot in the fall, but ultimately decided that it was best to wait until spring when it would be warmer since their favorite thing to do together is to be outside with their pups by the beach! Well it didn’t end up being warm, but you would never know it from these!

They live right near the oceanfront and love taking their dogs, Coral and Reef, on walks through the park and biking at seashore state park! I love when my brides put a lot of effort into planning their engagement session because it generally makes it more unique to them as a couple! This was so perfect for Jim and Emily! The last half of the images of them on the beach will go down in history as some of my favorite engagement pictures ever…A beautiful couple, gorgeous light, and a long, flow-y dress? I was in heaven. I can’t wait for you to see!

Jim and Emily, thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of this special time in your lives! I can’t wait for your wedding day!