You know that full-body laugh that creates tears in your eyes and leaves you gasping for breath? It’s true that typically it doesn’t take much to send me into a fit of uncontrolable laughter; I’m pretty sensitive to the whole “funny” thing. And also, let’s be honest, I’m pretty darn funny myself so clearly genius recognizes genius. But if I am being truthful with myself (and now with you, nameless reader) sometimes I hold back from those belly laughs. Sometimes I don’t give into the laughter and I hold it in a little; because that laugh, while wonderful and completely renewing, isn’t particularly flattering for this photographer.
And then I meet Lauren & Mike. And Lauren is this gorgeous, hilarious, tiny little yoga-centered spitfire; and Mike is this handsome, equally hilarious, perfectly sarcastic & loving guy and I just couldn’t stop the laughter. Seriously. There were times where I literally couldn’t breathe, let alone work my shutter finger; that my friends, means I have the best clients in the whole world.
I think this also means I am pretty much in love with them and I’m pretty sure you will be too. They are impossible to resist.













I love the one of them facing each other- her expression is so funny and sweet.
dearest melissa, i love your writing, i love your photography – your creative genius aspect of you, and i love your absolute purity. this post reminds me of the best moments in life.
p.s. stunning final image, though they’re all beautiful.
Beautiful, Melissa. I love the very last one. And the shot of them walking together down the sidewalk. Lovely :)
Adorable! LOved the carrots!
Love love these ones. Especially the lighting and color on the inside!
inside photos that is…and the carrots. So fun!
love the first 3!!!