Beloved.  So much said in one little word.  This word, beloved, has been a central part of my life for some time now in many forms and now I'm happy to finally introduce to you the latest forms it has taken place in my heart. 

The first is Beloved photography sessions.  This new genre of photography, inspired by my dear friend Jesh de Rox, is expounding upon my love of engagement sessions and growing with more purpose to strive for more genuine, moving images, discovering and rediscovering love.  It encompasses couples of every kind, in every stage of their relationship.  Please read more about the Beloved Session intent here. 

The second is the furthering of the Beloved Movement.  Inspired to have a central network for Beloved, my friend, Carolyn Wells, and I have founded a website, The Beloved Movement, to support and nurture the vision of Beloved for photographers and the general public.  I hope you will take some time to explore this new venture of mine that is so close to my heart. 

I'm currently looking for couples who are interested in celebrating their love with a Beloved session.  Please contact me here if your heart tells you too!  And what post is fun w/o images!  Here are some images of my Beloved session with Angie and Pete who have been married since 2005 and are a wonderful example of celebrating love just because  :)

Meet baby Jack!  This little guy was so happy to snuggle up on my bean bag looking outside the window to his great big backyard that he'll one day be having a ball in before his parents even know it.  So happy they will have these images of him then because he will never be this tiny again!

I'm forever catching up on blogging, but in the meantime, here is a teaser from my session with Rachel and James and their beloved tortoise, Morty!  Such a scene stealer that Morty!  More to come this week!

Up next, and right in time to be blogged before my next wedding tomorrow - Catherine and Matt!  You might remember their romantic spring engagement session here. Catherine is one of the classiest gals I know and unbelievably sweet.  And it's plain to see that Matt just adores here.  As does the entire family, check out those family pictures!  I'm so glad I could be part of your day!

Ceremony: Holy Trinity Church, Westfield, NJ
Reception: Brooklake Country Club
Band: Craig Scott
Dress: Ramona Keveza at Bridal Reflections
Florist: Gilded Ivy

As I have a wedding coming up on Friday, I thought I should get my butt in gear and finish blogging a couple random weddings I never blogged.  First up, Brooke and Travis!  You may remember these two from their engagement session here. Brooke and Travis had such a lovely laid back wedding full of family, fun, and dancing!  I've never seen a day wedding so hopping!

Ceremony and Reception Venue: Marsha Brown Restaurant
Flowers: The Flower Cart
The Rocking Band: Brian Kirk and the Jirks

Up next, part 2 from Sarah and Tom's engagement session shot at Bear Creek Mountain!  Before we got geared up for playing in the snow, we took some time to get some images in the parking lot of the resort.  I'm so glad we were able to make this winter session work!  With so much snow & rain this winter, and available days at the resort while still open, it was starting to look a little grim.  I can't imagine their session any other way now.  So looking forward to your September wedding!