The simplicity of Gen & Ryan is what I ultimately love about them! They just wanted a simple Engagement session with a gorgeous backdrop to capture their love in preparation for their big day [which is only next Sunday!] and even their wedding is sounding so simple and full of love. Their are opting for no first look & want genuine reactions of seeing each other for the first time when she walks down the aisle, which seems somewhat rare these days – and I love it! But there is a constant through all of this… their sweet dog, Murphy! Gen rescued Murphy a few years ago and you will be shocked to know he is actually 10 years old! He doesn’t look a day over 4! And you should have seen him running around, hopping down stairs like it was nothing (something that they said is difficult to do for him at home) – he was an excited little pup! I like to think it was his joy seeing his mama & papa all lovey dovey during our session that brought it out in him. I’m happy to see his little face again next Sunday as he watches his mama get ready for her big day! For now – I’m excited to share their sweet & simple Engagement session at Skylands Manor in Ringwood, NJ. A BEAUTIFUL venue and property! There was a whole section of the property we didn’t even shoot on.

Gen & Ryan, we hope you LOVE  & enjoy your photos! Can’t wait to photograph & celebrate your wedding with you in just one short week!

aren’t they the cutest?? I swear!

and Murphy! what an adorable little man

LOVE!

Gen’s ring is absolutely GORGEOUS! These photos don’t do it justice… Ryan did a great job

There was so much greenery… it really was a beautiful location they picked!

did anyone else watch “The Girls Next door?” Skyland Manors reminded me a LOT of the playboy mansion! lol

ah i LOVE this! and their reflection in that pool.

We brought Murphy back in for some photos… and I hate to say, he stole the show!

I think I need this one on a canvas in my office… I LOVE this one!!

Gen you’re the cutest! You are going to make a beautiful bride!

Oh little Murph… you are the absolute cutest!