She said their first meeting was a fluke. They both ended up at a single’s seminar with their church- “I thought we were going to IHOP!” It’s a good thing they were deceived, because what started out as a misunderstanding grew into something beautiful and unstoppable.

He remembers thinking that she could be his best friend. She remembers her father interrogating him. They work together- Andrea, with her sense of humor and gorgeous smile, Parraize, with his steadfast and easygoing nature. They just… fit.

Andrea and Parraize, I had such a hilarious afternoon with you two, and I can’t wait to document your love again on your wedding day, THIS SATURDAY!!

The engagement session began outside a bookstore with some lovely reflective lighting…

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Parraize, you have that model face down PAT.

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Love this one!

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These next few make me smile because they look like a couple of best friends, just hangin out.

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Oh mylanta, these next few are some of my favorites. The diffused light! The gorgeous brick backdrop! It looks like we’re in Italy! Right?

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It was getting really warm outside so we popped over to Panera for a quick outfit change and some frappucino things, or whatever Panera’s version is. Remind me to never drink an entire frapp again- I was buzzing for the rest of the day.

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Andrea, you are heart-breakingly beautiful Your smile is so radiant!

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Work it, Parraize!

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You guys! You’re amazing!

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Favorite!!

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Happy Wednesday!

Before we say “I do”- A Dupont Circle E-session

October 26, 2011

  1. SO beautiful! I love the detail one of the ring!!!

  2. Jean Hensley says:

    I love these photos. What a great couple. You can see the love in their eyes and smiles.

  3. Dotun says:

    beautiful couple, lovely shots!

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