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Liz & Spence: Engagement Photography in Lee's Summit, Missouri

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The heading should probably say something more along the lines of, "Liz and Spence: Two fabulous people living in New Jersey who share a splendid -and coveted- combination of good looks and intellectual-acuteness while also possessing a passionate and effortless love for one another!". Yes. But no, according to my web-guy, that would never do for good SEO!

When I first met Elizabeth (who I will now refer to as "Liz") we just CLICKED. I think we ended up talking for over an hour about everything from foods to fitness to weddings to food to pet peeves to global issues and back again to weddings! I give her an A+ on conversation skills and for having stunner eyes that pierce right though. You know what I'm talking about.

Then the subject turned to Spence.
Liz just kind of dazed off into la-la land and a wistful smile took over her face as she talked about all the things that made Spence so perfect.
Yes. For Liz, this love was real. She had found the man of her dreams... and I felt like I knew him already. It was awesome.

Spence and Liz live in New Jersey but remain loyal Jay Hawks and Kansas City Chiefs fans for life! (MU readers, don't hate now!) which I think officially makes my Hawks to Tigers client ratio lean more to the Kansas side. But that's another story and more statistical research than I'm officially willing to do, and to be honest, K State may have stakes in a large percent of "client-ship" too. But what has this turned into?! A sports blog? What have you people done to me?! Can we move on now? LOL

It was so wonderful to finally meet Liz's Spence -An Air Force Academy graduate serving in the United States military. God bless our troops who sacrifice so much to protect our ideals, values and freedom! He is everything to Liz. Also, effortlessly funny and so in-tune with the Love of His Life. You see, there are "good people"... and then there are people like Spence and Liz. People that think outside of their own little bubble and have a genuine compassion, love and regard for other people and for each other. They were so care-free, content and comfortable in each others arms as we walked around town for their photos. It was definitely a snugly day!

It is times like this, when words can't really say enough, that I'm so glad I can just SHOW you what I mean. Meet Liz and Spence:

Liz and Spence braved the chilly, excuse me- FREEZING, weather. They could brave anything together though... I love this one.
A-dorable.
Her eyes, his smile, her laugh. Perfect.
Work it OUT. Love'n the windblow model-y look!
Hotness.
We walked around downtown Lee's Summit and I kept finding places I hadn't ever seen before. Who knew and old deserted mill could make for such cool photos ;)
I found this old barn as I was driving around the city last week. (Yes, it's Missouri people. You could be in a city one minuted and a country road with a fairy tale barn the next. Totally true.) I thought it would be a perfect setting for some relaxed and fun engagement photos! Liz and Spence are total naturals!
He loves her. A lot!
Rock'n the team shirts!
CUTE!!!! Liz and Spence, thank you times a million trillion for being so amazing, genuine, sweet and fun! I had an amazing time with you guys and I hope you love your photos as much as I loved taking them! So exciting for your wedding coming up in March!!!
6 February 04, 2010
  • Anonymous's picture
    Anonymous says:

    Great Pictures!


  • Liz's picture
    Liz says:

    Hol-ey COW! Claire, how do you do it? I have the biggest smile on my face as I browse through these...Not only did you make us look great, (seriously...how do you do it???) but you captured the spirit of the moment so beautifully. I must say, besides Spence (of course), YOU are the person I'm truly grateful to have found! And thank you for your wonderful sentiment and kind words for our military. It means so much.

    Thank you SO MUCH for your kind words in the intro to your blog. You are seriously amazing and so insightful and such a believer in LOVE! That's just one of the things I adore about you - your soul absolutely complements the spirit of the photos you take! I'm convinced that's the "intangible" element that makes your photos stand so far above any I've ever seen.


  • Amy's picture
    Amy says:

    FABULOUS!!! These pics brought me to tears---so happy you have found each other!


  • Layna Dugan's picture
    Layna Dugan says:

    These pictures are Ahh-mazing! It probably helps that Liz and Spence look like J.Crew models, but bravo Claire! These are great!


  • Amanda's picture
    Amanda says:

    These are so adorable. Not only can she take pics but she can write too! That intro was adorable and the pictures are even cuter!!


  • Sam Torres (Student)'s picture
    Sam Torres (Student) says:

    I'm currently learning photography. Thanks for the idea this would count. If any query please view this for assistance Photography at ctmea.org.


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