Elaine & Apryl - Fall Photos
At the Peak of Color
The rollercoaster of weather temperatures in our area this fall 2023 has made it so hard to predict peak colors, avoid rain, and beat the heat - but with a little "luck," this session found a perfect combination! I met up with Elaine, Apryl, and their adorable pup Ollie at the Seneca Creek State Park in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The hour-long travel time was worth it, as the day was set to hit 80* by the afternoon (is that normal for October?!), and the morning had a hint of a chill that quickly disappeared.
We started out with the beautiful lake behind them, catching the reflections with the morning sun - a brilliant set of hues stretched across the water! Ollie spent the time galavanting in the dewed grass, but we were able to coax him into a few photos, and his cute little face is totally worth a bit of mud! After some snuggles, Ollie got a break from the limelight and we headed into the trails to create some softer backgrounds. I had such a great time getting to know Elaine and Apryl - learning about their own side-gig (check out Go Art & Fun), past and current careers, and my favorite - the "how did you meet" story. In between all our chit chat, I made sure to capture the two of them interacting, both candid and posed. We opted for a few different poses along the way, finding a fallen log to sit on, catching a different glimpse of the lake, and nestling under some beautiful yellow trees with the sun poking through!
I loved the way the light during this session made the couple glow - the warm tones, (and perfect neutral toned outfits, just like I recommend!), gentle light, and fall foliage were just right! Thanks for letting me capture a few memories for you, Elaine and Apryl, and I hope you enjoy these as much as I do!
