Honestly, there was only one person more excited for Kayla and Jim to get married other than Kayla and Jim-

and it was me.


I've known Kayla since our HIGH SCHOOL days when she and I worked together in the school library! She has always, always had an effortlessly cool, free-spirited vibe, and a personality of laid back happiness that spread to everyone around her. The first time I met Jim was in our tiny hometown's summer festival, and I couldn't help but notice the doting way he looked on at her, their little love languages, and most importantly, how happy they were just being together. I immediately knew I HAD to capture them when they finally got engaged, and was thrilled when Kayla agreed to let me art-direct their session at Hartwood Acres!

Couple's engagement photos at Hartwood Acres
Couple walking in Hartwood Acres Garden
Couple's engagement photos in Hartwood Acres Garden
Couple sitting in Hartwood Acres Garden
Couple sitting in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Couple standing in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Couple kissing in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Couple sitting in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Couple touching foreheads in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion

Love Stories

Jim's First Impression...

“I met Kayla during my second week at college and, shortly after she sent a quick “hi:)” on twitter, our relationship effortlessly grew. Without a doubt, the first thing I noticed about her was her compassion—she was always the first to try to help someone that needed it.”

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Couple standing in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Couple standing in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Couple walking in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Couple spinning in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Couple kissing in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Couple kissing in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Couple posing in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Couple kissing in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Couple standing in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Groom lifting his finace into the air and kissing
Couple standing in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Couple standing in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Couple standing in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Couple twirling in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Couple popping champagne in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Couple popping champagne in front of Hartwood Acres Mansion
Timeless oval engagement ring in navy blue box

Love Stories

Kayla's First impression...

“The first time I saw Jim i quickly noticed two things. His beard (HAHAH) and his nose. I thought he was the cutest guy I’ve ever saw. I quickly gathered all the courage to make any type of small talk I could think of! Then the next day i messaged him “ hi(:” on Twitter. Then the rest is history!”

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Wardrobe: Outfit 1

Black Dress by H&M

Earrings by Lover's Tempo

Shoes by A New Day

Wardrobe: Outfit 2

Maroon Dress by ModCloth

Earrings by Sabika

Shoes by A New Day

Details

Pocket Square and Bee Pin from Olivia Burton UK

Ring Box from The Family Joozs

Background by Anne Troxel