“Adventure” Engagement Shoot with Valeria + Chaz

This couple has serious style. I love that! We met at 21C Hotel in Bentonville recently to shoot their engagements… when I approach an engagement session I use a two-step method:
1) look at what lighting I want – shade or sun, and then
2) look at colors that coordinate well with their clothing.
I knew the area around 21C would be a great option because there is such a variety of backgrounds all within a 2 block radius.
As we were walking, I saw this graffiti, and given the nature of the shoot (pre-wedding session), I just knew it would be perfect. A little kitchy… but totally cute. Also, these two are pretty much models, who know how to pose (or at least are exception at following direction) YAY!