To say that I have been waiting for this engagement session is an understatement! Allyson is my hairdresser and I’ve had the privilege to listen to Doug and Allyson’s love story unfold.  At my appointments I would try to secretly (or sometimes not so secretly) steal a glance at her ring finger to see if there was anything sparkly on it yet.  And then he asked her and boy did he find the perfect, most beautiful ring for her. Good job, Doug!!  They are absolutely perfect for each other. It only took an instant for me to see that.

There were so many reasons we felt that Chandler Hill Vineyard was the best location for their engagement session. Of course it’s a gorgeous property, but Doug and Allyson also love the outdoors and a good party with good wine! Thank you to the staff at Chandler Hill for being so gracious and letting us stay a little late!  

OK, and finally if you want your hair to look amazing go see Allyson at Studio Branca and I promise you won’t be disappointed. (there’s my shameless plug, ha!)

THANK YOU Doug and Allyson for such a fun session!! 

Find out more information onengagement portraits with MELANIE ACKER photography.

EVERY time I photograph her I am left speechless! Her presence in front of the camera is unbelievable and this time she has such long beautiful hair. I hope as she grows up that she will always see in herself what I see behind my camera lens and that is pure, innocent, natural, beauty!