A couple sits by a large, ornate fountain in a lush garden. The woman in a navy dress and the man in a suit share a kiss while sunlight filters through the trees, creating a warm, romantic atmosphere.

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December 28, 2021

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duke university engagement photos – shreena & kisan

With the cold, January weather still upon is, I’m looking back a couple of months to warmer afternoons. Here are a few from Shreena and Kisan’s Duke University engagement session.

This seems like yesterday, but it was actually back in October and the weather was gorgeous. We started out the session at Duke Chapel and then headed over to Duke Gardens for the remainder of the shoot. Shreena and Kisan are actually getting married down in Cancún later this year, so this was a standalone session. I do a lot of engagement sessions with couples whose weddings I am shooting, but it’s not a requirement. If you’re getting married elsewhere and want to do your engagement session or bridal session here in the area, definitely give me a shout. I love these sessions so any excuse to get out there and shoot is fine with me.

Here’s what Shreena had to say after she got her pics:

“We found Joe’s photography online and absolutely fell in love it! We decided to book our engagement session at Duke Chapel and Gardens with him and we are honestly so happy we did. He was very communicative before and after the session, flexible, and an absolute delight to work with. He went above and beyond and made us feel extremely comfortable in front of the camera and we had so much fun during our session! I highly recommend booking him for your next photo session!”

Thanks, Shreena! I had a lot of fun too.

Here are just a few of my faves from the session. 

 
A woman in a flowing blue dress twirls joyfully beside a formal-dressed man standing near a garden fountain. Lush greenery surrounds them, enhancing the serene outdoor setting.
A couple stands in a stone hallway with arches. Both are smiling, looking off into the distance. The woman is wearing a dark blue saree with gold embellishments, and the man is dressed in a blue suit. They appear relaxed and happy.
A couple sits by a large, ornate fountain in a lush garden. The woman in a navy dress and the man in a suit share a kiss while sunlight filters through the trees, creating a warm, romantic atmosphere.
A couple stands back-to-back in an ornate stone archway. The woman wears a dark blue dress with gold detailing, and the man wears a blue blazer with beige pants. They both smile, creating a warm and elegant atmosphere.
A person in a blue shirt and dark blazer smiles outdoors with a blurred background of greenery and sunlight.
A couple stands affectionately in a sunlit bamboo forest. The woman, wearing a navy outfit, holds the mans face with a gentle smile. The man, in a suit, gazes at her with a soft expression. Sunlight filters through the trees, creating a warm atmosphere.
A woman in a navy blue and gold dress stands confidently in front of a fountain. The sun casts a warm glow, creating a colorful lens flare. The background is lush and green, suggesting a garden or park setting.
A woman in a blue sari with gold embellishments and a man in a blue jacket, light shirt, and beige pants, are standing in a stone hallway with arches. They are holding hands and smiling.
A couple stands in a bamboo forest, smiling at each other. The woman is wearing a long, dark blue dress with gold details, and the man is in a navy blazer with a light blue shirt and beige pants. Sunlight filters through the bamboo, casting soft shadows.
A couple holds hands, walking through a stone archway with intricate columns. The woman wears a blue and gold embellished sari, and the man wears a blazer, dress shirt, and khakis. They are both smiling at each other.
A couple stands on a red arched bridge surrounded by lush greenery. The woman is wearing a white dress, and the man is in a blue shirt with a blazer and beige pants. They are smiling with trees and foliage in the background.
A couple stands side by side on a wooden bridge with a red railing. The woman is wearing a white lace dress and studded heels, while the man is in a navy blazer, beige pants, and brown shoes. The background is a blurred, lush green setting.
A couple walks hand in hand on a red arched bridge in a lush garden. The woman wears a lace dress, and the man is in a suit. They are smiling at each other, surrounded by green trees and foliage.
A couple walks hand in hand across a red arched bridge in a lush, green garden. The woman wears a white dress, and the man is in a dark blazer and light pants. Both are smiling and enjoying a sunny day.
A red bridge spans over a tranquil pond in a lush garden setting. Tall bamboo stalks in the foreground frame the scene, while two individuals stand on the bridge, surrounded by verdant greenery and reflected in the water below.
A couple sits on stone steps beside a tranquil pond surrounded by lush greenery and tall trees. The ground is covered with fallen leaves, adding a touch of autumn to the serene natural setting.
A smiling couple stands on a tree-lined path. The woman wears a white lace dress, and the man is in a dark blazer and light shirt. Both face the camera, with greenery and a blurred pathway in the background.

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