SILVIA + JAVIER engagement session | mission, texas

I have been working on a new project lately and was in need of a lovely couple to model for my camera a few weeks ago. Due to an overwhelming response for a last minute casting call, I met a few couples who gave me their time. Silvia and Javier were one of those generous couples who happen to be recently engaged and dreaming of a lovely beach wedding. The two of them and I have also previously met and we didn't realize until the day of our session. Perhaps it was meant to be ;) 

I photographed their friend's wedding (Christina & Marco!) a few years ago and Javier even served as a groomsman. So they have technically been in front of my camera before and I suppose that is why it was so easy to photograph them this time. I'm glad to have met up with them again and captured them at a very special time in their lives. 

Their session took place at La Munequita Ranch in Mission, Texas. The location is lovely and undergoing some renovations. It's been a favorite place of mine and I always enjoy going back. 

Congratulations Silvia and Javier! I hope you both are enjoying the wedding planning!

ADRIANA + MANNY engagement session | mission, texas

Adriana and I have known each other for a few years after meeting in college. As my sorority sister, I saw Adri often throughout my junior and senior year. Now that we have grown up, it is truly beautiful to watch my beautiful sorority sisters marry and become mothers. Adriana and Manny have recently become engaged and are planning their own fairy tale wedding. 

I have photographed Adri before for senior portraits when she graduated from the University a couple of years ago so it was nice to have her back in front of my camera once again. She is a natural and Manny was as well. They were so easy to photograph and possess such natural qualities in their personalities. They are quiet, observant and very funny to be around. 

Adri and Manny, congratulations on your engagement! I wish you both all the blessings as you prepare to join together as husband and wife. Be blessed!