Sarah + Adam {ENGAGED}

Just got done editing these beauties from Sarah & Adam's engagement shoot we did a couple weeks ago up in Omaha. These two are probably one of the cutest couples we have had in the way they interact with one another. They had some awesome ideas for the shoot- incorporating bikes (from Sarah's time living in the Netherlands) and songwriting (which they both do), among other things. We were SO excited! We had the perfect day for everything, and the downtown area was the perfect backdrop. I love the bike shots, but I have to say my favorites are the ones with the guitar and songbooks...the way Adam looked at Sarah during these shots was priceless- you could almost feel the love he felt for her every time he looked at her.

Sarah emailed me before the shoot, telling me that they were a bit camera-shy (which surprised me, given all of their super fun ideas!)...but you would never know it from these pictures! They acted like pros all day, and Sarah was gorgeous- Adam is a lucky guy! ;)

These are a few favorites from the time we spent with these two. We are so excited for their wedding next month and can't wait to be a part of everything! I hope you both had fun and enjoy these goodies! (Be sure to become a fan of our Facebook Page as well, to stay up to date on other new teasers and goodies!) ~ Cass

Wait, We Still Have a Blog?

I know, I know...what happened?! Well, I unintentionally took a break from the blog world to concentrate on our Facebook Fan Page, and then we decided to re-vamp the business from a marketing standpoint and spend many weeks designing new advertising materials, a new logo, AND booking like crazy for our 2011 season. So I promise, we were not sitting here through the winter months enjoying a nice break (though it does sound nice...!)! Now that website has been overhauled, the logo (and name!) have officially changed- and wedding season is upon us- I have decided to come back to the blog world. My goal is to actually keep it updated this time, so we shall see! :D

In any case, look for some new and exciting things coming your way from us. If you haven't stopped by the website in a while, definitely do so. You can still access it from the C. Lynne Productions way, but the NEW and OFFICIAL name is now C. Lynne Photography...so definitely swing by and take a look there.

We are so incredibly excited for our upcoming weddings this summer and beyond. We have booked some amazing couples who have some really exciting ideas and we are so excited to put everything together and be a part of it. We love our jobs, and LOVE it when we have fun couples to share it with!

I hope 2011 is treating everyone FABULOUS so far, and we are excited for the changes and the *35* weddings we have booked for 2011 (so far!)! :D Can't wait to be a part of everything- we are incredibly blessed!

Kelly + Caleb Engagement

We met Kelly and Caleb late one night (and by late, I'm talking, close to midnight late!) in Omaha after trying to coordinate schedules for quite some time. When we aren't always in Omaha and you have a couple who works in the overnight- things get a bit tricky! But we didnt mind, and we spent the wee hours of the morning discussing their wedding plans for next May at the Joslyn.

We were so excited to see them again, after discussing their engagement shoot for many months. They decided on the beautiful botanical gardens and we got a perfect day for the shoot- although warm for September! Kelly had some great ideas and inspiration for her shoot, and I was super excited to put these ideas into action! It is always SO much fun for us when we get to try out new ideas in shoots- it makes for some great new images!

I loved their outfits and the vintage vibe that was the inspiration for the shoot. Kelly had an adorable outfit, and I was totally digging the hat on Caleb! We shot all over the gardens- including tying some picture frames to trees for the last part of the shoot! How FUN are these pictures?!

Here are a few favorites from the day! I am digging the vintage inspired shoots lately! It gives me so much to play with while I am editing, and I LOVE the muted, antique edits. Their clothing and background just led perfectly to this vibe!

A Glimpse at Beauty

As promised, I wanted to share a few pictures from our trip to New England. The fall colors were at their peak, and the mountain views were simply stunning.

On one of our only rain-free days, Adam and I took full advantage and headed to Peacham, VT which is famed as being the "Most Photographed Town" in New England. Rightly so, as the picturesque mountains, white steeple church, and red barn were laid out perfectly. I had seen the "view" of the town photographed many times and had read a hundred times on how to get to the perfect "spot" to take the photograph...so even though it had been done a hundred times, we parked next to the fire station and carried our tripod up the private property behind it up the hill. It was a steeper hill than we had anticipated, but as the view came into focus it was well worth it.

We debated while driving through the town on whether or not to stop at the cemetery. I had heard so many great things about it, yet it was getting later and we had hoped to reach our next destination by dark and we were still a couple hours drive away (mountain driving at night is not a lightly taken task!). After stopping in the general store and having a nice chat with the gentleman there (and eating some delicious food!) we bought a couple souvenirs and took a last drive through the town. I broke during the drive up the hill, the whole "we'll regret it later" thing got to me, and I made Adam turn into the cemetery. Let's just say, 2 hours later and settling on dusk, we were still in the cemetery, wishing for more time. Every turn was a photographers dream...and this wasn't just any ordinary cemetery. Old, ornate headstones from the early 1700s, fall leaves strewn about, American flags perched next to graves so old you can't read the names or dates...all of this on a hill overlooking those beautiful Vermont mountains. We spent a lot of time there...and we only hit one small area of it. As we finally made our way out (a couple rolls of film and many digital pictures later) we kept turning and stopping for that one last quick shot...even though it was getting dark and we knew a storm was coming. It was just so beautiful, so peaceful.

One day I have to go back. I feel like I missed out on so much...but it was wonderful all the same.

Happy Anniversary!!

Today is officially Adam and I's 1-year anniversary! It is insane to think that a year ago today we were saying our vows and had just finished planning a wedding! This year has gone by so fast, and we are so grateful for everything that has happened during it. We've had a great year, and we are looking forward to the many more we will have together!

I have the most wonderful husband in the world- he puts up with me, loves me, and above all, supports me through everything. I love him with all my heart, and I am so thankful for the years we have spent together! I love you, Adam!

Anna + Travis Engagement

A few months back, we teamed up with Perfect Wedding Guide of Kansas City and their 12 Months! 12 Giveaways! Promotion, giving away a free wedding day package. Well, a couple months ago, we got a call from Anna saying she had won the latest drawing and wanted to choose us as her prize!

We were so honored to have been chosen, and after talking with Anna on the phone and through email, we were so excited to finally meet her and Travis in person. She was just as fun in person as she had seemed on the phone and her friendly personality made it seem like we had been friends for a long time. Her and Travis were adorable together and her bubbly personality made it hard not to smile! We started near Loose Park before heading up near Liberty for the rest of their shoot. I adored her dress- how perfect for a nature type setting?! She also liked the vintage-vibe for her pictures, which I was happy to oblige! I LOVE the vintage edits!

Here are a few favorites from their shoot! We are so excited for their wedding next May!