Piedmont Park And Atlanta Botanical Gardens Engagement Session – Ana + John ENGAGED!
We had such a rainy December. It forced a few sessions to be rescheduled and this was one of them. We ended up having a warmer afternoon and NO rain!
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John had never been to Piedmont Park before, although he has lived in Atlanta his whole life.
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He wanted skyline photographs, so we made lots!
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And while Ana is not fond of heights, she had no problem climbing up on stone pillars to stand in the skyline with her sweetheart.
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I have never met a person who laughs as much as Ana. She had told me it was love at first sight when these two first met. After meeting her, I understood why. Her happiness is infectious to everyone around.
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And by the way John looks at her, it’s obvious he knows he’s one of the luckiest men alive to have her.
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This deck was filled with ducks when we first walked up. And then a little person chased them all off. We had to come back later to get ducks in the photographs. Because why not?
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When we were headed over to restrooms so they could change outfits, I saw these gingko leaves on the ground and asked how they felt about lying down in the leaves. I was crossing my fingers. It had just rained the day before and I knew the ground might still be damp. But they said yes. Squee!!! I love it when the gingko leaves have turned golden and cover the ground like a gorgeous blanket!
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Then they changed into new outfits and we went back to the dock. The ducks had returned.
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And Ana had her hand ready for this photograph she knew she wanted us to make together.
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Atlanta skyline!
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And they’re just chillin up there. Cool as can be.
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Ana had the cutest dresses! And I just loved John’s red jeans!
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More heights. But Ana did awesome. And John held her hand the hold time. So sweet!
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These two are such opposites. Ana was constantly laughing and smiling. And John was quiet and reserved.
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He did occasionally step out from his quiet side. I love seeing people’s real smiles!
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We had to walk fast to make the most of our time as the sun was setting behind the clouds and we were losing light quickly.
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Can I tell you how much I love seeing couples who are opposites. The quiet acceptance John has gives me the feeling he is a strong rock who will be the stability in rough times. And Ana will be the one to make the most of them, finding the silver lining.
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We waited awhile for a clear path so these two would be the only ones in the photographs. John walked while Ana danced circles around him and singing.
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Have you ever been serenaded in public? John has. 🙂
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Ana was able to crack John’s quiet exterior and get him laughing. It was awesome to see.
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