Southern Maine Engagement Photographer | Jenn & Josh

The day of Jenn and Josh’s engagement session, I spent the day in Portland with a friend, wandering around the Old Port.  It was a gorgeous day– light clouds, a blue sky, and I was so excited that it appeared the weather would be lovely for Jenn and Josh’s portraits.

As I began to head to Kettle Cove in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, a few raindrops began to fall and the sky developed dark, angry patches.  I was, admittedly, a little worried, but since I was so close to our destination I figured I might as well meet Jenn and Josh there to discuss our options.  AND THEN, if the spattering rain and darkening skies weren’t enough, a ridiculously thick fog rolled in as I drove into the parking lot of Kettle Cove, so thick that I could barely see the boats that were close to shore.

The three of us talked about if we should continue on or reschedule, and during that time the sky softened and lightened just a touch, and I revisioned those brooding clouds and fog as rather romantic, warm, and cozy.  I suggested we at least take a couple of photos, which turned into two hours of atmospheric photos that I fell in love with.  The weather may not have seemed perfect for an engagement session, but I wouldn’t have wanted it any other way once it was all said and done.

By the way, I love love love love love Kettle Cove.  It’s one of my favorite places to capture portraits in southern Maine because of how versatile it is.  In just a small, compact area there are woodsy paths and sandy and rocky beaches.  Essentially, it’s a great sampling of Maine landscapes (and if you need a lighthouse to round out your Maine experience, the Portland Head Light is only a hop, skip, and a jump away)!

Jenn and Josh, I had an awesome time with you, and I’m looking forward to your New Hampshire lakeside wedding!  August can’t come soon enough!

Below are a few of my very favorite photos from our time together:

Do you know what’s awesome?  Jenn and I were wearing the EXACT SAME SHOES during the session– tan Sperry boat shoes.  Both of our pairs were gifted by our mothers on our birthdays.  I don’t believe in fate, but that’s quite the coincidence!