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May 5, 2022

: Couples

Downtown Florence, Alabama Engagement – Sam + Jamie

I met Sam at a wedding expo in Florence, Alabama earlier this year. She struck my interest when she told me she loves non-traditional weddings – I said “sign me up!”. We connected shortly after that and chatted about the details of their dreamy downtown wedding planned for the fall of this year.

Sam and Jamie asked if we could take their engagement photos at the place they had their very first date – Turbo Coffee. I basically lived off of Turbo’s “Samoa” acai bowls when I was pregnant, so I was all for shooting at this local coffee shop. Sam got herself a green matcha latte which was fitting with St. Patrick’s Day fast approaching. Jamie sipped on a hot drink out of Turbo’s classic coffee mug. I asked the duo to think back to their first date – how it felt, what they talked about, anything and everything. I love to help a couple reflect on the history of their relationship in hopes that it shines through in their engagement session.

Sam and Jamie rocked out in their matching Nike tennis shoes. Their outfits were casual yet trendy – giving me of a cool 90s vibe. To say these two looked like they walked straight out of a magazine would be an understatement. They looked amazing.

After Turbo Coffee, we walked around downtown Florence, Alabama. We stopped outside of an old Piano shopped called Ryan Piano Co. We enjoyed beautiful lighting as golden hour was upon us, as well as some perfect weather. Sam mentioned to me prior to the shoot that they were a tad nervous to have their photos taken. But, you’d never know it by looking at their photos. They are both extremely photogenic and very natural in front of the lens.

Their wedding will be held at Pickett on Court in Downtown Florence and I am SO pumped for it. November cannot get here soon enough!

I love the aesthetic of Turbo Coffee. It has a casual yet modern feel.

I couldn’t help but snap a photo of their matching tennis shoes. Especially against the awesome tile flooring at the coffee shop.

Sam kept getting a green matcha mustache from her drink! She said it was delicious though so I’d say it was worth it.

Sam’s engagement ring is absolutely stunning.

I love capturing candids of couples from hidden viewpoints.

I told Jamie to run up behind Sam and pretend like he was kidnapping her. It made for some adorable photos.

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