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June 27, 2013

Eric & Kari Engagement | Fairfax, Virginia Photographer

Before I even clicked the shutter of my camera, I KNEW this was going to be a fun session! They were perfect for those candid moments as we all laughed and talked the time during our session. Fortunately, the cicadas were no MORE (wohooooo!!!) and it was not too hot … so we were gracious for the lighting and the environment! It was so fun watching their chemistry because they just CLICKED. Knew how to make each other smile and laugh … let’s just say they are adorable! The photos below prove that!

Thank you Eric and Kari for an awesome session! It was such a pleasure to get to know you both and look forward to your WEDDING DAY!!!! 🙂 xoxo

LOVE!

GORGEOUS lighting!!!

How cute are THEY?!

Cute!

The. Hair … love it!!! Haha!

One of my favs!

Meet their monkeys! Lol! It’s a family thing so of course when Eric received his monkey … that was his official mark that he was apart of the family. 😉 It was fun having them apart of the session!

The beautiful ring!!! 🙂

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