Ryan + Shannon | Engaged
Washington DC, Capital Hill Engagement
Engaged ~ October 17, 2011
Has anyone
noticed how many engagements have been on the blog recently?! WOWSERS! It’s just that time of the year. A HUGE shoutout to all of my sweet couples who have worked hard to make their session UNIQUE! Whether it’s shooting on a campus that means a lot to the couple, or shooting on capital hill or even at a State fair… these couples have made it easy for me to create a unique session for each one of them and I love them for it! Ryan and Shannon are no exception. We met in DC and started their engagement session at the Botanical Gardens.
GORGEOUS. Why have I never shot there before?! I loved that place!! We only had about 10 minutes to shoot before they closed and let me just say… we got a LOT accomplished in ten minutes!
So you may recognize Ryan. He was one of Michael’s groomsmen and was my next door neighbor during college. I remember when Ryan and Shannon first started talking. I would go over to the guys house and someone would say “Where’s Ryan?!”….. and the other guys would answer… “Where do you think?…… He’s with Shannon”. When you’re looking for your soulmate and you think you found her… I think it’s pretty understandable why Ryan would want to spend as much time with her as possible. They became best friends. They dated throughout college and then Ryan graduated and they had to do long distance for a while. I know from experience that long distance relationships are tough. They made it through that season of life and then came the proposal! We were ALL waiting for it! We knew it was coming… we just didn’t know when! So one night, when Michael shouted from behind his laptop “Ryan PROPOSED!!!”…. we were both so excited for these two! What an amazing couple! I can’t WAIT for this wedding next summer!!! Ryan and Shannon, congratulations!!! Michael and I couldn’t be happier for you two!! Your engagement session was a blast! Even in the midst of dodging tourists and having security guards blow whistles at us… you looked amazing. True pros! I can’t wait to document your love on the big day!! Come on JULY!!!
Shannon’s ring is a size THREE!!! I could barely get it on my pinky!! It’s so beautiful though! Well done Ryan!
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Mandy: ( October 20, 2011 2:10 pm ) Shanny and Ryan are models!!! Seriously, you look awesome! :) I love how the pictures really capture your personalities so well! LOVE this and love you guys!
britney: ( October 18, 2011 1:56 pm ) these are fabulous! love the on by the Capitol with the yellow leaves :)
summerfly: ( October 18, 2011 1:45 pm ) Shannon is gorgeous! And they are too cute together!
Shefali Lindsey: ( October 18, 2011 1:18 pm ) These are STUNNING!!! One of my favorite sessions you have shot for sure! I love the DC landmarks in the background, and what a GORGEOUS couple!!!
Becca: ( October 18, 2011 12:07 pm ) Beautiful!!! Loved them all! That garden was to die for. What a place if you could manage a 1st look in a setting like that!!!
Maria: ( October 18, 2011 2:04 am ) Katelyn these are too cute! You did a great job at capturing their personalities in each of the shots!
Brenda: ( October 18, 2011 2:01 am ) Beautiful colors and poses. Great job KK!
The Guy in Purple and Pink: ( October 18, 2011 1:29 am ) And yes, Kevin....She definitely did :)
The Guy in Purple and Pink: ( October 18, 2011 1:28 am ) These rock...I tried to come up with 3 or 4 of my favorites and I just couldn't do it!
Kevin Smith: ( October 18, 2011 1:26 am ) SO GOOD. and seriously, Shannon definitely dressed Ryan. My favorite might be the first one on the bench in black and white. it defines their personalities for sure :) Excellent work Katelyn, mad props to you!
Lauren Tapscott: ( October 17, 2011 10:40 pm ) These are SO good!! Shanny- you look beautiful, as always:)
Rachel: ( October 17, 2011 9:41 pm ) Shanny-poo and Ry-Ry!!! Y'all look fabulous, and I can't WAIT for your big day to come. I'm gonna be a mess. KK, as always you did such a wonderful job, and you really did capture how fun two of my favorite people are. (omg Shannon you're getting MARRIED!!!!!)
Meredith Sledge: ( October 17, 2011 9:40 pm ) Katelyn!!! I just love these!!!! The lighting in them all is amazing!
Sandie: ( October 17, 2011 9:21 pm ) Beautiful pictures Katelyn. You did a wonderful job capturing their love for one another. Thank you for sharing your 1st year Anniversary with the kids. They had a great time hanging out with you and Michael. Both moms love picture #89. Beautiful. Maybe they will spread some love to the Capital. lol.
Katie: ( October 17, 2011 9:15 pm ) Aaaah I love these! Where did she get that dress?? I love it!!
Kristin Partin: ( October 17, 2011 9:02 pm ) BEAUTIFUL, katelyn! i love 084. it's sharp and classy ;) on and of course the white flowery shots.
Sarah: ( October 17, 2011 8:36 pm ) Absolutely gorgeous, as always! Those last few ones are fantastic. Love, love love. :)
Shannon: ( October 17, 2011 5:33 pm ) EEEEEeee I love them! Some of those last few shots we did were SO worth it! I love the black and whites :) KK, you're so talented. The Lord has given you a true GIFT! Thank you thank you for spending time with us on YOUR anniversary! We love you and can't wait for July!!
Rebekah: ( October 17, 2011 5:21 pm ) Gorgeous!!!
Kari Jeanne: ( October 17, 2011 4:16 pm ) Okay, wow. This might be my favourite engagement session I've seen on your blog! It is so wonderful - I loved all the colours in the garden!! Also, loving what you've been doing lately with the full shot of the big trees :)
Sarah: ( October 17, 2011 3:49 pm ) Oh my goodness! Shannon and Ryan, you look awesome!!! :) Great job Katelyn! I love the ones of her holding the hem of her dress and the one where she is laughing in the four pictures combined. Such great outfits, colors, locations and an awesome couple!!! Love it!
Abby Grace: ( October 17, 2011 3:38 pm ) This is my new favorite e-shoot. These colors? By far the best I've ever seen. Shannon is SO beautiful! I love all the genuine, sweet smiles you captured, and your posing is so natural! gorgeous!
laura: ( October 17, 2011 3:37 pm ) she's beautiful!!! Loved all of these!!!