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I like a challenge.
Ben has become a fairly serious runner over the last year or so, and recently, he's been trying to persuade me to join him. It needs to be noted that I have despised running for as long as I can remember. My lungs burn, my breathing freaks out, and I sweat - profusely. How can this be described as enjoyable? I think I'd rather pour sand in my eyes.
So needless to say, I've been trying to avoid Ben's proposition at all costs. However, since we share a bedroom, it's a little difficult.
After he hassled me long enough, I agreed to give the 10-week plan a go under these conditions - if I liked it, I'd continue to do it (without him saying "I told you so"). If I hated it, he'd never ask me again. That seems fair.
Well, it's week 3 and I'm feeling a little sheepish. Turns out, running is actually a great challenge. Pushing myself on the pavement, feeling my body improve day-by-day, accomplishing goals - yeah, ok. It's pretty sweet. But don't tell Ben I said that. :)
In a similar way, photography is challenging - it challenges my creativity, my nerves, and my confidence.
Rebecca and Chris' engagement shoot took place in downtown Orlando. This particular spot was specifically requested by our couple, so we happily obliged. Ben and I are extremely familiar with Church Street Station, and the layout of downtown as we've done many shoots in the area.
So much like my running plan, we had to push ourselves. We were forced to not rest in our comfort zone, but to find freshness amid a well-known atmosphere.
Rebecca and Chris helped make our job easy. :) They are laid back, engaging, and undeniably crazy about each other. Gaining inspiration from our clients is extremely motivating, so we were thrilled to discover that Rebecca and Chris were down for anything we asked of them.
We've already posted their sneak peek, but here's a more detailed look into their shoot:
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