This engagement session was very special for me because of the couple in it.  Richie and I met during our study abroad in Valladolid, Spain.  Before the semester began, I didn’t know anyone I would be traveling with, and I was very lucky to have been paired with Richie.  We lived with the same host parents and spent most of the semester together, and today I call him my “hermano de la misma madre española” (“brother from the same Spanish mother”).

Needless to say, I was so happy for Richie when he found Shannon.  Like Alyssa and I, they both went to college at UWSP (Go Pointers!).  However, they didn’t really start dating until after graduating.  They hit it off at homecoming and have been together ever since.  Also, fun fact: Richie and Shannon each have a twin!  What are the chances of that?!

Alyssa and I were thrilled when we were asked to photograph their wedding day.  We spent a Sunday evening with them, taking photos while exploring the area near their home in the Green Bay area.  Each of the three locations we visited have special meaning for Richie and Shannon.

We started on a beautiful trail where Richie and Shannon often ride their bikes.  A tunnel provided some unique light to capture some stunning photos.  We then visited the park where Richie and Shannon will have their reception.  As we walked around the park, Richie and Shannon’s chemistry and love for each other really showed.  We finished up the session at a baseball diamond where they showed off their Chicago Cubs gear (I know, I know, “yuck!”).

This engagement session was so much more than creating images for Richie and Shannon, it was also about catching up with friends, and we had so much fun!  Without further ado, enjoy a sample of what we were able to capture in Richie and Shannon’s engagement session.

Don’t forget, if you like what you see and want to be one of the first to view sneak peeks from Richie and Shannon’s wedding in August, head on over to our Facebook and Insta and give us the ol’ thumbs up and a follow.

Cheers,

-R

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