Jennifer Langdon Photography » Engagement

Rebecca & Todd Engagement

Jenn — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:45:19 +0000

I met with Todd & Rebecca on a cool morning last weekend.� They really wanted their engagement photos done outside, despite the wintry weather.� I was up for it when they�said they wanted to meet in Bushnell Park – a favorite place of mine.� And although the session was short & sweet (since we were all freezing) they didn’t have a problem snuggling up and keeping warm!� Todd’s twins came along for some photos and some hot cocoa afterwords!� I’m looking forward to their wedding in Sept.� Not only because they are such�a wonderful couple, but I know�it will definitely be warmer too�

Also, you’ll notice a little change here on the blog.� This is�one of the�new features that I’ll be using to display pics.� All you do is click on one pic, it will enlarge the image and you can click through each�one to view them.� Let me know what you think!

New York, New York

Jenn — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 03:25:03 +0000

I first met with Michele and Enzo back in 2008. They wanted to hire me for their 10.10.10 wedding. So let’s just say this engagement session has been a long time coming! Michele really wanted to have their photos done in NYC because she’s really a city girl at heart .

I was up for the challenge because there are so many wonderful places to take pics there. We met in Central Park West for the beginning of the shoot, and ended in Time Square. We had beautiful weather and only one tiny setback (you never can predict traffic!). But other than that – it was amazing! They are such a dynamic couple you can’t help but be happy around them. Their zest for life is infectious. And their love for each other is unmistakable.

I love that view!

We even had a little sunset

My favorite!

Candace & Greg Engagement Slideshow

Jenn — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 23:37:04 +0000

P.S. If you like the music in this slideshow, check out a Great Upcoming Artist…Sean Fournier

I almost went for a swim….

Jenn — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 00:49:00 +0000

My favorite special I offer is a complimentary engagement session for anyone who is planning an upcoming wedding. I love meeting people before their wedding day and I feel there’s no better way than to have a “getting to know you session”. That’s waaay more fun than sitting down and having a consultation! I like people to get to know my style and see if we’re match. (no this isn’t the Dating Game!) This is how I met Candace and Greg. They’re planning a 2010 wedding. Shaun and I met them this weekend at Harkness State Park. They’re the SWEETEST couple. We heard about their love story and their upcoming wedding plans. We talked about our jobs and where we live. Oh yeah, and we took a bunch of pics too. They’re pretty sweet as well

We started in the greenhouse area, where I found out Candace has a Beautiful Smile… especially when she is in Greg’s arms.

This next series of three is my favorite little nook at Harkness.. It reminds me of one of my favorite movies. Great Expectations!

I just love this moment!

I was chasing this ray of sunlight around right from the moment I entered the gardens. I finally found the spot where it was hitting Greg and Candace perfectly. I love the warm glow of the sunlight on their skin against the cool shadows of the garden.

Every once in a while Shaun finds a pic where he likes to do a bit more with it. Sometimes I like it, sometimes I don’t…. I love it in this image!!

This is where I almost went swimming…. that water was cold!!

This was the perfect shot to close this session. Candace and Greg, it was great to meet you both… Enjoy the Preview.

Michelle & Mike's Engagement Slideshow

Jenn — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 00:00:33 +0000

I promised this would be available once I got all the pics toned so here it is. I mentioned before that this was a new feature I would be offering. These slideshows can be purchased on DVD or for ipod video. These are going to be a great addition for high school senior portrait sessions!! (wink, wink)

Susan & Luis

Jenn — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 01:31:34 +0000

Another great engagement session this week! I’m so excited about the weddings I’ll be shooting this year! All the couples Shaun and I have met with recently are so great. We’re in for such a fun wedding season.
I don’t think there was a better location to have had this session. Gillette Castle in East Haddam just seemed to fit them.
A little background – Luis and Susan are into performing and let’s just say they’re really good at it! I didn’t have to ask them to “do” anything. They just did it! They posed themselves, they hugged, they laughed and they joked around a little. Ok….a lot actually. But that’s just them. And I captured that quite a few times. I could have made this blog post just on the “out takes”. And believe me, it would have been hilarious!

Aren’t they naturals in front the camera?

SO here is how the next three pictures fit together.. follow the dialog below
Shaun: “Susan, you have amazing eyes!”
Susan: “Wow, thank you”
Luis: “Yes, she has bedroom eyes!”
Susan: Gives Luis that look that Shaun knows all to well (see second pic)
Shaun: “Oh, Jenn nailed that shot.. this is definite blog material”
Everyone: laughing (pic 3 of this series)

I had to lay on the ground for this pic.. I really wanted that moon in there…

We headed over to the Goodspeed Opera House for a change of scenery

Serious….very serious

And THIS is my personal favorite…After taking pics outside, Shaun said “think we might be able to go inside?” We walked in and we were not welcomed with open arms. But I found this couch and HAD to use it. I got this shot by standing in the MENS bathroom doorway and dodging an usher or two. So worth it!!

Walking the Dogs….

Jenn — Thu, 28 May 2009 04:44:13 +0000

Shaun and I met with Mike and Michelle for their engagement session this week. They brought along their two dogs to get in on the action – actually, they WERE the action! They ran all over the place, all over each other and swam in the river. It was hilarious! We managed to get a few shots of them before we ran out of treats!
The location they picked was a quiet walking path along the river in Farmington. Here’s a few favs:

Shaun caught the one where they were getting cozy by the tree….

I just loved the way Mike looked at Michelle, and he would always lean over and kiss her head. So sweet!

I LOVED all this tall grass

We had a great time guys – and we’re looking forward to shooting your wedding in July! Check back for a slideshow of their session!

Shelagh & Matt

Jenn — Wed, 13 May 2009 01:53:06 +0000

It was a nice, cloudy day in Mystic this past weekend where I had the pleasure of shooting Shelagh and Matt’s engagement session. They are such a perfect fit for each other! I had a great time during their session. And something tells me I’ll have a great time at their wedding next July too!
On a side note – they’re using some of these images for their custom photo guest book. Can’t you just envision their photos displayed in a beautiful, flush album with classic parchment paper for guests to sign their regards on? I can’t wait to get started on it!

* You will notice something different in this blog entry…..we’re doing something new. I have added a complete slideshow of all Shelagh and Matt’s images to this post. These slideshows will be making their appearance on here more frequently. I just LOVE the end result! Hope you enjoy this new feature too! Once you get to the end of the pics, click on the link.

Shelagh is going to make a beautiful bride!

I just love these….Matt’s saying “I’m gonna plant one right here.” And then he does.

I thought this was a wonderful ending to this session

Here is the link to Shelagh and Matt’s slideshow of the entire session.

Fun Engagement Session

Jenn — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 02:18:40 +0000

This is one engagement shoot I never posted on the blog. I absolutely loved this session, I guess time just got away from me! The pics were taken at Hammonassett Beach and also Eli Cannon’s in Middletown. We went to the beach first (the beach is an important place to them) and then headed to Eli’s for some fun pics. I had a hard time going through these and picking a few out to post, I liked so many! They had a GREAT save-the-date made using the pics. The soon-to-be bride is very talented in many areas and one is photoshop. So, she took on the challenge of designing her own and sent one to me! I love the way they turned out. We are looking forward to a great time at the wedding in May!

I love this one in black and white!!

This is one of T’s favorite images from the shoot.

This is so J and T, they are an awesome couple! Shaun added the border and “look” to the image on the right and I love it!

Engagement Session in Meriden

Jenn — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 05:23:30 +0000

So, I’ve been on the lookout for some graffiti for the past couple of months. I was on a mission presented by this couple & his love of graffiti. My search ended when I found an underpass in Meriden and thought that might be a good spot. A little dirty, kinda run down, but it made for great pics. I Love railroad tracks! These guys were great sports about it. They got into the session (after a bit of convincing!) and we had fun. I can’t wait to shoot their wedding in Sept. 09!