This isn’t the first time this sweet girl below has been on our blog, but the third.  I first met and photographed Holly for her Senior photos two summers ago, and since then she has not only become a frequent babysitter for the “Z” kiddos, but also a sweet friend.  Besides her Senior photos, we also did a very special session you may recall, of Holly and her Mama after a victorious battle against breast cancer.

We did this session on Peri’s birthday.  :)

Seeing Peri looking so healthy and gorgeous, and Holly with her complete family, made us so very happy.

Holly also brought Patty (ok, Patrick) her boyfriend along for the shoot.

We did the session at their horse barn.  They had two horses, but sadly one past away just about a week before the session.  I’m sure Patch enjoyed the extra love and attention since they said he has been a bit lonely.

Big fan of this image below.

Peri, I love to see your smile….and “Mr. Ed’s” too.  :)

Scrumptious golden sunset light….

A couple of Holly and her beau….

Mike, Peri, Holly, and Patrick- Thanks for spending a ridiculously HOT and sweaty evening outside with us! (Wow, was it hot.)

Holly-Polly, thanks for another great shoot sweetie.  ;)

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Sean is an old friend of Brett’s and together they share an insane love for Xavier basketball (sorry UC fans).  Sean told Brett that he wanted us to do his photos when he got engaged one day.  When the time finally arrived Sean wanted us to do surprise photos of the proposal itself!  It turned out things weren’t working as planned and Allyson was going to be out of town the week Sean had scheduled with us for the surprise proposal.  So, Sean decided to propose in advance and instead of being a proposal shoot, it turned out to be the actual engagement session.  :)

We first met up on the West Side at a park, which was near a house of one of Sean’s relative’s. This house has the most amazing view of downtown Cincinnati, hands down.

The breathtaking views from the backyard of the house…

Can you imagine if this is what you saw while sitting on your front porch?

The BIG date…

They made this sign while sitting in the car before the session.  ;)

This amazing house was built in the 1800s and restored to absolute perfection.  I was beyond “ga-ga” over the beautifully restored history, and the unique personal style of the owner, which was evident throughout the home.

We moved on to Fountain Square, which was one of their first meeting places.

All the action shots Brett has taken of me lately I am talking with my hands, which I never knew I did.  ;)

M precious, yet pensive husband ;-)

Sean and Allyson, thanks so much for hanging with us!  We had a great time with you two, and wish you all the best on the wedding planning road over the next year.

:)

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