Danny and I had the supreme good fortune of getting some photographs taken....by the talented Jonathan Canlas....in Central Park. Uhh - can you imagine a better scenario?!
He was teaching a photography class called FILM IS NOT DEAD and so we were the subjects for not only Jonathan, but multiple photographers who were there to learn. And well, since it appeared we had our own paparazzi, we had tourists photographing us, too. :) haha.
So here we were, getting our chemistry documented by about 20 photographers. And they were so taken back by our connection that they just couldn't believe that we were for real. They thought we were professional actors, faking the part. "So, you guys aren't REEEALLY married are you!??" they'd say. "You have GOT to be kidding me!!" "There is NO WAY you guys aren't acting!" They thought it was such a trip and didn't really believe that yes, we really are married. Yes, we really are that in love. Yes, we really are that happy. :) One photographer asked me on the side what our secret was.....and you all should know it by now. But I said the secret was learning to be this happy on our own (even in our less than ideal circumstances). And so when two people who are choosing to be happy like that come together, it makes for some pretty awesome sparks *&^%$#@!!!!
These pictures will speak for themselves, but holy crud, if you ever have the opportunity to hire Jonathan for your wedding or engagement or family, etc., just do it. He is amazing (and so is his blog). And he flies all over the world for shoots. And holy crap, he was a lot of fun while shooting and made the whole thing so comfortable.
See more of our photos here....

















someone hit up Jcrew! (i work there) These photos are all beautiful!
ReplyDeletebeautiful shots!
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ReplyDeleteawwwww...you guys are so cute!!!
ReplyDeletecutest outfits ever!!! if we weren't livin' it up in africa, you'd have me out shopping for look alikes ;)
ReplyDeletelovely! I love your bracelets... Kate Spade? :)
ReplyDeleteLove the love! And the incredulity of the photographers.
ReplyDeleteDying! you guys could NOT look more darling.
ReplyDeleteJonathan is the business. I have never seen photos like his, anywhere else in the world of photography - and that is no mean feat.
ReplyDeleteYou guys are beautiful and I feel the love.
Love it! Jonathan is the man!
ReplyDeleteThese are so beautiful! Can I ask...are you wearing the same lipstick you mentioned before? It's amazing and makes me want to get some just like it!
ReplyDeleteThese are wonderful! You look so fun and in love!
ReplyDeleteI dream about having him take our photos. Those are amazing!
ReplyDeleteCreole Wisdom - The bracelets are from J.Crew. But yes, Kate Spade has some similar, I believe.
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Jessica, thx so much. And yes - the lipstick is the same one I mentioned. Vera Moore - Diva Orange (from the fancy Duane Reade's - I think they're only in New York?) xo
ReplyDeleteLong Miles Coffee - I'll trade you the outfit for a stay in Africa...Please? :) I dream of going there. Hope to make it someday. xo
ReplyDeleteMelt my heart! You both give me so much hope!
ReplyDeleteI just have to say how gorgeous these pictures are! You are the cutest couple. Love your whole outfit, by the way, and just might try copying everything about it. Not creepy at all, right??
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures, love your blog and style! Where did you get the purse?
ReplyDeletetoo cute! :)
ReplyDeleteYou guys look cute! lv reading ur stories truly amazing!
ReplyDeleteI think I should just lose 30 pounds and then come and steal your clothes! Your clothes are amazing! Thanks for your amazing blog. I read your post on how to strengthen a marriage and decided to start at the beginning. I have really tried to incorporate the advice you give into my life. I've only been doing it a week and I actually feel happier. Thanks so much Mara! And Danny too :)
ReplyDeletegoreous photos ... you both look so happy and content
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