HOUSTON FILM ENGAGEMENT SESSION

MICHAEL + CARRIANNA’S HOUSTON FILM ENGAGEMENT SESSION

Texas film photographer Christine Gosch

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Alright friends, here are Michael + Carrianna and they’re brilliant. Clearly, they have awesome style and are practically models, but what you might not be able to tell from these photos is that they are hilarious, kind, and just so easygoing. *Side note: at this point, can we just all agree that all of the couples who hire me are like, super chill and laid back? I definitely notice this common trait in all my couples. Cool? Cool.* So I met these guys for dinner at Brasil in Montrose (if you haven’t gone, go!) and instantly hit it off. After chatting a bit, Carrianna and I realize we attended the same national youth gathering with our respective church youth groups more than 10 years ago (as she was living in Alaska, and I in Texas). Crazy.

After hours of chatting about their fun time spent at LSU, their vision for their wedding, and all things good in life, we had a tentative engagement session plan in place. As we walked to our cars together, Carrianna said something that I won’t forget. She said as the wedding planning was progressing and as they met and connected with all of their wedding vendors, it felt so cool to realize that all of us would be there with them to celebrate with her and Michael on one of the biggest days of their lives. I can’t even tell you how special and humbled that made me feel when she said that. A) I love little intimate moments like that, just two humans who have known each other for 3 hours connecting on a personal level like that. I truly appreciate those kinds of interactions. B) I feel so grateful that couples put their trust in my vision and allow me to serve them the best that I can on one of the most memorable days of their lives. I left feeling so blessed to have crossed paths with them, now having two new folks who would appreciate the excessive Michael Scott quotes I use in everyday conversation.

We met up about a month later for their engagement session and it was a dream. They showed up looking like a million bucks (duh) and we bounced ideas off one another as we walked around Hermann Park right near their wedding venue, The Houston Museum of Natural Science. Such a fun session with the loveliest people. So looking forward to their wedding!

BEST OF 2018

BEST OF 2018

TEXAS + DESTINATION INTIMATE WEDDING

AND ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER

This year as a wedding photographer was wild. It brought on highs and lows, and an unexpected twist I never imagined. After almost 10 years of owning a business, I finally realized the kinds of clients and weddings that mesh best with my personality and my interests (more on that in a bit). It took me nearly ten years of doing business to realize that just because I’m a wedding photographer, doesn’t mean that all engaged couples are up for grabs, and that every wedding photographer out there is my competition. My style attracts a certain type of couple, and detracts other types of couples. And that’s a good thing!

The couples that have been attracted to my work are creative in some way. This year I’ve worked with architects (two now, actually), artists, graphic designers, teachers, psychologists, photographers, lawyers, and fellow wedding industry creative professionals. That led me to start thinking about the character traits that my clients have. They’re educated, discerning, and hard-working. Most of all, they’re KIND. They’re smart with their investments, and expect a high quality product and service. They would prefer an intimate guest list or elopement. They don’t want a frivolous wedding filled with too many details, logistics, or stressful situations. Any element that plays a part of their wedding day has so much value and meaning to them.

These things have helped me to decide how I market, and to whom I market. Since 2018 was the year of deciphering all of the things, I feel like 2019 is going to be a great year of connecting with some wonderful clients, capturing some meaningful memories, and bettering my business to the best of my ability. I can’t wait to show you all what I have in store for this year’s couples. Thank you for your love and support throughout the years! Cheers to a new year!