Brian + Alisha | Michigan Couples Photographer

There's something truly magical about snow. It makes everything so much more surreal and absolutely a "winter wonderland" - at least during the first couple of snowfalls in my husband's blustery homeland of Michigan. By March, it usually gets a little old, but in December, it holds just the right amount of excitement and glee. During our visit last weekend, we were able to enjoy the second snowfall of the season. And it was lovely. 

Brian has been a huge part of my husband's life for years. Since elementary school, actually, when they were attracting girls with their smooth moves at the talent show and getting into all sorts of trouble because, well, boys will be boys. Yesterday's post featured Brian's girlfriend, Alisha, but we were able to pry his hands from his crossbow and away from the deer the guys insisted were out there in order to get some unbelievable photos of just the two of them. This is definitely one of my favorite couple shoots to date - because of both the couple and because a snow machine just doesn't quite match up to Mother Nature. I hope you enjoy looking at them from inside your comfortable, well-heated home.

 Here's to many more opportunities to photograph the two of you. I can't wait to see what's in store!

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Alisha | Michigan Portrait Photographer

If you're a reality t.v. junkie like me, you've probably watched ABC's show True Beauty, where the search is on for someone who is the total package - beautiful both on the outside and the inside. Who knows if they actually ever really discover what they're looking for amongst guided questions, clever edits and all the game-playing that goes on. But those of us who are fortunate enough to cross paths with someone who is undeniably lovely, graceful, caring, would agree that our lives are constantly made brighter by the connection.

Last weekend, Jamie and I traveled to Michigan for a brief trip. While our men were out hunting and freezing in the cold, Alisha and I spent the day together having some girl time. In the several months that I've gotten to know Alisha, my life has been incredibly blessed by her friendship. Even more captivating than her outwardly beauty are her inner strength, loyalty and her unconditional thoughtfulness of others - and her willingness to model for me, even without a jacket on, in below-freezing weather. Here are some of my favorites from the day!

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