Welcome to my favorite blog post ever! I am so excited to share these images of my talented friend & co-worker (Perkins) and her equally talented wife, Steph. I think having the same name made us connect instantly. Throughout our shoot I started to ask Steph & Perkins how they met. I was genuinely just curious, but this was such a great time for them to not focus on posing or the camera- but be present with each other, as they both took turn explaining their story. (Continued below)
"Meet Cute": In film and television, a meet cute is a scene in which a future romantic couple meets for the first time.
The two met in New York City, where they were both living at the time. Perkins saw Steph from across the room at a morning party event (so cool) and thought "she is so gorgeous". She was actually too nervous to go up to her to say anything. (Continued below)
Let's just say their first date went well... (a 13 hour first date!) They stayed up all night, drank coffee until they couldn't anymore and canceled their plans and just became immersed with each other. (Continued below)
When Steph decided to propose, it was their last night in New York. She arranged for Perkins' best friend to take her outside at a party for a quick, heartfelt goodbye so that Steph could set up the room. Every person in the room (a giant room of strangers and some friends) grabbed a rose and formed a tunnel. When Perkins was led back into the room, she started grabbing roses out of the strangers hands, still having no clue what was going on. They led to Steph in the middle of the room, who had to shout "Will you marry me?!" because it was so loud! (Continued below)
They've been married for about 5 months now. They live in such an amazing neighborhood, I mean look at this rooftop view! They are surrounded by mountains, great restaurants, and art. Speaking of art, Perkins actually writes comics for DC Comics (Batwoman, Superwoman, Supergirl, so many powerful woman!) Steph could easily be one of these women, she is the strongest, most fit and motivated person you'll ever meet. She has such a passion for fitness, she teaches yoga as Popfitgo (Check out her events!) I can't wait to see her in action! (Continued below)
Thanks for checking out this sweet session, I wish you a Happy International Women's day!
May you make the women in your life feel special, beautiful, strong, and loved today!