They met at Virginia Tech, though neither of them can quite remember when it happened. A mutual friend introduced them and for that, they are so grateful.

After graduation, Yazen talked Melanie into coming with him to Charleston by bribing her with a new cat (which is our favorite form of bribe!) and she agreed!

They have made their life in this charming little southern town and so when we started planning their engagement session it made sense to do it in the city that is now their home.

We met up as the sun was rising over Waterfront Park and wandered the charming cobblestone lined streets that make up this historic city. Between the colorful houses and every window sill covered in flowers, I couldn’t stop shooting. Every location was gorgeous but even more than that this couple is what made this shoot so amazing.

They way Yazen keeps Melanie (and us!) laughing made our time with them seem too short. We loved getting to know you all! Thank you for welcoming us into your lives and your city, for making us laugh to the point of tears (#cuppingtheweanus!), and planning a shoot with your kitty (we need to make this happen!).

We are so excited for their Beliveau wedding next month! Here are a few of our many favorites!