I’ve known Heidi Jo for almost 6 years now (wow has time flown!) My grad school PsyD class only consisted of about twenty of us, so we all easily became close friends and Heidi Jo was one of them. Being in such a small class through a rigorous program, we stuck together for support, laughs, group presentations, the tough situations of life, and milestones/celebrations. So when Heidi Jo first came to me starting to talk about planning wedding dates, my heart nearly burst with happiness for her. Heidi & Mike found each other all the way over in Virginia Beach – where now she is doing her post doctorate year in the Charlotte area and Mike is in the Navy stationed in Colorado. I knew Mike was special the way that Heidi would light up talking about him; and when they are together? It’s like they have been together for decades. There is a comfortable familiarity that I usually only get to photograph with couples who’ve been married for awhile. Even through long distance, they make special efforts to grow in their faith and relationship and I can’t wait to capture their wedding day love story. I’ll admit I had a ridiculous amount of images the first time I tried to blog this session – oh how I wish I could share them all with you! But here is a glimpse at some of my favorites. Heidi Jo & Mike, I am so happy that you found each other. You are as ridiculously beautiful on the inside as you are on the out, and I am blessed to call you friends. Its been a joy to watch your love and relationship grow, and I can’t wait to be part of your big day in such a special way!! Enjoy the bliss of being engaged, you’ll be married before you know it! Love you guys – and enjoy! xo
Who can resist a man in uniform? Mike you are so dapper!
Emily Lapish - These are *breathtaking*. Seriously amazing work, Alicia!
Sharon - Beautiful people inside and out. Love glows on these two. Tears flow from me just looking at these pictures. Thanks for sharing!
Heidi Jo - I just looked at these again! They make me so happy
Thank you, Alicia!