I think Taliya is joy personified. I wish I could bottle up all of her joy and give myself a dose on rainy days. 🙂 I think, too, that joy reflects the person we’re with. Her radiant smile could only mean one thing — Jon is going to be her partner for life. These two Penn State alumni met at the arboretum and I am so happy I got to capture their love story at the same place, five years later.

You know man’s character from his actions when no one is watching. Someone wise once said that, right? So true. During this photoshoot, we had to scoot some furniture out of the way. While I was busy packing and retrieving my step stool, Jon & Taliya re-arranged the furniture when no one was watching. ??

Taliya and Jon – Thanks for trusting me to capture your memories and putting up with a hot, summer afternoon. ? You both are so joyful and kind and I love that you bring the best out in each other! Cheers to so many more memories in the making!!