Denise and Rich originally wanted to do their engagement photo session during the Cherry Blossoms at Washington DC. However, due to the weather forecast on that day, it had to be postponed. After going through a lot of site options, we finally agreed to do it at Glen Echo Park at Glen Echo, Maryland.
We were glad that we did it there. It was a really unique place. It also brought back memories to Denise who went there when she was little.
For you who don’t know, Cliff Mautner is a highly regarded photographer and educator. He was named one of the top ten wedding photographers in the world by American PHOTO magazine.
However, the main reason that I took his 3-day workshop was because he was able to create beautiful photos even during the the most difficult lighting conditions. I wanted to be able to see the light the way he does. I was so glad that I took the workshop. The tuition may be expensive to some, but it was worth every penny to me. Some including myself agreed that what we gained from the workshop was worth much much more than what Cliff charged us!
Cliff not only taught the class about lighting in difficult situation, but also about lens selections, marketing, business, and workflow to name a few. We even got to see a live real potential-client meeting who was considering in hiring Cliff for their upcoming wedding! Cliff was like an open book and generously shares his wealthy knowledge that he gained from his almost 30 years of photography career. The only thing he asked us was that we shouldn’t share these information to others who have not been to his workshop. So don’t even think about asking how I did this and that on any of these images. 
You may remember the engagement session of a couple that had an 18 year old dog? Well they finally got married. 
Here is Sumni and Joong enjoying their moment together, dancing.
But let’s rewind and see what happened starting at the beginning of the day.
Nicole and Brandon met each other a long time ago. In fact, they’re high school sweethearts
That actually reminds me of someone else, well… yours truly…
Anyway, that’s where Nicole and Brandon met, and they have been together ever since.
Brandon is an artist (graphic designer, painter, etc) and he plays guitar too! He is also a photographer. I always feel honored being trusted by another photographer to do their engagement and/or wedding pictures.
When Ashlee first came to Maryland, she didn’t know anyone. Luckily there was MySpace. Through online, she met new friends including Matt. Finally, their bond became stronger, and they took their relationship to the next stage. Ashlee and Matt became engaged last year.
During Ashlee’s birthday, Matt proposed to Ashlee at New York Times Square, right in the middle of the crowd. That sure takes some guts! Way to go, Matt!
By the way, do you know what that obelisk shape reflected on the water is?
I’m pretty sure most of you know what that is. If not, the answer is below.
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