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Downingtown Engagement Photographer | PA Photographer | Katelyn and Ethan

Published on May 30, 2019May 30, 2019 by allieskylarphotography@gmail.com26 Comments

bride and groom run through a field in downingtown pennsylvania during their engagement session

One of the most rewarding aspects of engagement sessions for me is getting to know my couples on a deeper level. I love hearing about their relationship, their dreams and plans, and their everyday life. Katelyn and Ethan’s spring engagement session in Downingtown was a pure treat! By the end, as they were sloshing around with pigs (for real!), I knew about their summer plans, the vision for their wedding, how important and close knit their family is, and their dream honeymoon locations.

This was one of the longest engagement sessions I photographed, not because Katelyn and Ethan are awkward or anything, but because they really knew and loved the farm where we were shooting. Ethan had scoped it out earlier and had mowed some paths for us. We worked near barns, in woods, on the tops of the most incredible hills, and yes, as I have alluded to, with some heirloom piggies. When I asked them to run through fields or spin or piggy back, they excitedly agreed. My oh my, how they trusted me!

I am so excited for their wedding this fall and to be able to share in their most special moments! Here are a few favorites from their engagement session 🙂

spring engagement session in a garden in downingtown pennsylvania

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Valley Forge Proposal Photography | Elizabeth and Dale | Allie Skylar Photography

Published on October 24, 2017 by allieskylarphotography@gmail.comLeave a comment

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We met for coffee around 4:45. Elizabeth and I are both feeling pretty tired as our seasons slowly begin to wind down. We sipped and encouraged one another and prepped for what she thought was a photo/video engagement session. For weeks her boyfriend Dale and I had been planning the events of this night. Weddings, engagements- they are what Elizabeth and I do. It takes a lot to surprise us, and Dale wanted to make sure Elizabeth was knocked off her feet with surprise.

Elizabeth and I hiked to the spot in the woods Dale and I had scouted the week prior, and I asked her to pose so I could test the light, something that we do countless times (see first photo below). Such a common request which set up an opportunity for Dale to pop around the corner, much to Elizabeth’s confusion, and kneel before his future bride. Though I couldn’t hear what was being said, I watched as Dale pulled a box from his pocket and Elizabeth jumped into his arms in an embrace. This was the PERFECT proposal…. and as a photographer…. I mean how romantic is it that Elizabeth thought she was going to an engagement shoot but actually she was going to her ENGAGEMENT???? Just melting over here.

I am so happy to have been there, to have been able to help Dale completely surprise Elizabeth, and to document such an important moment. It’s an evening I won’t forget! Continue reading “Valley Forge Proposal Photography | Elizabeth and Dale | Allie Skylar Photography” →

Philadelphia Engagement Photographer | Clair + Philip | Norristown Farm Park

Published on March 27, 2017 by allieskylarphotography@gmail.comLeave a comment

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We trudged through mud and clambered up hills chasing the sun. The wind gusted and swirled and rain fell in the distance. Clair and Philip laughed and held hands, remarking about how blessed we were to have such favorable weather. And I couldn’t agree more! Although, it could have been hailing, or a freezing rain, and it would have been enjoyable. The company is what makes it 🙂

Clair and Philip showed me around Norristown Farm Park, from it’s white-wash silo’s, to the sprawling fields and brooks. I walked away from this session so happy. Clair and Philip (for want of better wording) ooze joy and love and peace. They are the kind of people you want to be around- for moments big and small. The way Philip laughs when Clair makes a ‘hair mustache’, and how Clair gets the most perfect dimples when she looks at Philip. Not everyone can light up a cloudy, windy day, but these two managed just that—- and more!

I am so honored to be documenting their wedding this summer and cannot wait to send them their engagement gallery! But for now, here is a preview! Continue reading “Philadelphia Engagement Photographer | Clair + Philip | Norristown Farm Park” →