Ashley and Cody were the first of two back-to-back Cincinnati couples I photographed this season. I was so excited to meet them and see Cincinnati through their eyes. Cincinnati is their home. They met there. They fell in love and created a space together there. I knew their heart for this place would be infectious, but I wasn’t expecting to leave so smitten.

We met at Smale Riverfront Park where they showed me the John A Roebling Suspension Bridge. It’s always been a dream of mine to take an engagement session on a big beautiful bridge. I love the way the powder blue metal looks on camera. Everywhere you look, the views are stunning. The Cincinnati skyline is gorgeous. It’s all lovely.

My favorite part, though, was meeting their Aussie, Lou. She joined us for our last stop at Devou Park. That little fluffball melts hearts. She certainly melted mine.

Congratulations, Ashley & Cody! I can’t wait for your wedding at the Buckeye Barn next summer!