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Xan & Patience // Fitton Green Natural Area Couples Session

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fitton green couples sessionThis stormy couples session at Fitton Green was the kind that Pride & Prejudice dreams are made of! The weather alternated between cloudy and sunny, before the skies opened on us and we made a mad dash for our cars. But more on that in a minute!

I first had contact with Patience back in February, when she entered in my engagement session giveaway. We followed each other on social media, and we stayed in touch over the months that followed. She was planning her wedding to her high-school sweetheart, and I was planning my wedding to my best friend. (Funny enough, we both had the same first dance song!)

Right before Xan & Patience’s wedding at the end of June, she entered in a giveaway I held when I reached 1,000 followers on Instagram. And this time, she won! But between both of our weddings, we didn’t find time for their session until just a few weeks ago. But y’all, it was worth the wait!

We picked Fitton Green for their couples session, which started out with beautiful golden light fighting through black clouds, but the longer that we were there, the more the black clouds won out. Heavy sprinkles started falling, and I finally called it, and said that we should probably start meandering back. As we were walking back down the hill, the heavens opened and the rain came pouring down! By the time we got back to the cars, we were soaking wet!!

Despite the finicky weather, we still had the best of time! I’m so thankful that Patience finally won a giveaway, and that we were able to make their couples session happen! These two are real gems, and I’m so thankful to call them my friends.

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When deciding on a location for your couples or en When deciding on a location for your couples or engagement session, remember that you don't always have to hike miles for great views. That's of course always an option (and personally, I LOVE those adventurous shoots!) but sometimes, great views can be obtained just a few steps away from your car. For example, this photo was taken in #mountrainiernationalpark maybe 100 yards away from where we parked! Tell me...are you the type that would rather hike a few miles, or walk a few hundred yards for stellar views??
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If you could label this photo with one word...what If you could label this photo with one word...what would it be? I think my word would be enchanting. ✨💫
Who doesn't love a good before and after?? Swipe Who doesn't love a good before and after?? Swipe to see what this image looked like straight out of my camera. Then tell me...do you want to see more before and afters? 📷
All my wedding couples get a complimentary engagem All my wedding couples get a complimentary engagement shoot with me. It’s a selfish freebie, if I’m honest. It gives us a chance to get to know each other so when your wedding day arrives you can relax knowing I know your best angles, your love story, and the little things you care so much about. Worried about posing or feeling awkward in front of the camera? A few minutes with me and that fear will quickly disappear.
I just started a new workout program this week and I just started a new workout program this week and BOY HOWDY is my body feeling it. I typically workout 2-3 times a week and have been pretty consistent with that the last few years, but this new program is working muscles I didn't even know I had!! But wow it feels so good, and the knowledge that it's preparing me to better serve my clients is the cherry on top. How is it going to help me better serve my clients, you might ask? Well, for starters, a lot of my sessions (especially the adventure ones!!) include some sort of a hike. And when I am doing multiple sessions every week, hiking even just a few miles adds up. Not to mention how much energy goes into a wedding day! If you've never stayed on your feet for 8 hours straight while carrying two 5-10 pound weights strapped to your shoulders, and then repeatedly lifting those weights up to eye level...well, give it a try sometime. 😜 Photographers, what other ways do you prepare yourself during the "off-season" for those hectic summer months?
Hey sweet girl, I just want to let you know... If Hey sweet girl, I just want to let you know... If you and your man argue or fight on the way to your session...you’re not alone. If you have a meltdown five minutes before getting in the car because your hair won’t do what you want it to...you’re not alone. If you worry that your man won’t look happy in the photos cause he really isn’t a fan of photos even though he’s honestly a really nice guy...you’re not alone. If you’re struggling during your session with body image and a zit that showed up this morning...you’re not alone. If you throw your hands up and say “maybe we just shouldn’t do it” right before walking out the door...you’re not alone. If you’re not feeling in a lovey-dovey mood the day of your session because *SOMEONE* didn’t pick up his socks again...you’re not alone. Without reveling to many marital secrets, I gotta tell you that between most and all of the above things have happened to me the day of a photo session with my husband. It doesn’t mean that we have a bad marriage or that we should postpone the session, it means that we’re normal human beings under a little bit of stress. My job (and one that I love) as your photographer is to help alleviate that stress and help you both relax and even enjoy the time in front of the camera. Your job? Breathe. Take a few deep breaths, focus on the GOOD, and let me do the rest. I promise that even bad days can turn into beautiful photos and memories. 🖤
Your fairytale is worth it. 🤍 Whether you are Your fairytale is worth it. 🤍 Whether you are eloping to Bend or planning a woodland celebration or beach soiree, your love story deserves to be captured in a stress-free, meaningful way. DM me to schedule a call now!

Rebekah Leona Photography

Light and airy wedding photography for the couple who wants photos as stunning as their love story. Located in Oregon.  

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