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Cara and Chris | Mt. Tamalpais Engagement Session

Her neighbor was preparing her for the absolute worst. They were meeting some friends to go on an underground adventure, and Evan had convinced Cara that they had to be careful because of how dangerous it was. He told her she absolutely had to wear a long sleeve shirt, or her arms would get burned. When they arrived, Chris, who had done this many times, said “oh, you wore long sleeves. That’s a pretty good idea.” When they told me this story, Chris asked Cara “And have I  changed that much?”. Her answer was no; in their 4 years together, he’s still easy-going Chris.

 

Although they first met that night, Chris and Cara’s path crossed many times at UCLA after that. Not only was her neighbor Evan good friends with Chris, but her study partner was roommates with Chris! On top of that, they saw each other frequently playing basketball in the gym. At a school with almost 50,000 people in it, fate had a plan to bring them together. They attended a concert on the lawn one night and he brought her a muffin…the rest, you could say, is history 🙂

 

Although they were nervous when we first started our session, they were completely comfortable with each other. You could see the love in their eyes when they looked at each other.  I cannot wait to celebrate their wedding in June! <3

 

Cara and Chris,

Thank you for trusting me with your photos! After watching you two together, I can see how you were made for one another. I know your marriage will be tender, adventurous, and fun! I’ll see you guys in 3 months…and after the wedding, we’ll have to do a double date in an airplane 😉

 

XOXO,

Julia

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  1. Cara says:

    Thank you Julia!! Your work is amazing and we had so much fun 🙂

  2. Evan says:

    Fate truly brought you guys together – it’s the only way to describe how you guys met. Can’t wait for the wedding!

  3. Lisa Duncan says:

    These photos are stunning! Cara & Chris look amazing, and the lighting and composition perfectly captures the magic of finding “the one”. Love.

  4. Chris Trapani says:

    Thank you, Julia! Despite being nervous, I had a lot of fun. Your photography can make anyone look good!

  5. lee bu says:

    Absolutely stunning…. Julia Rose captured how great you two are…. you can feel the love…… 🙂

  6. Audia says:

    Such a gorgeous photo shoot. Captured Cara and Chris so perfectly in their element – the outdoors. This makes me so happy and excited to attend the wedding.

  7. Katie says:

    Beautiful photos of a wonderful couple!

  8. Samantha says:

    Absolutely breathtaking!! Beautiful job with the stunning couple!! ????????????

  9. Kathy Trapani says:

    Lovely photos of a very special couple.

  10. Karen Wolf says:

    These beautiful pictures truly captivate the love Chris and Cara share. Their love for one another radiates in each and every photo.

  11. lee budish says:

    Photos are amazing….. I can feel the love.

  12. Liv says:

    Cara and Chris are one of those couples you know will always work. These pictures are great!

  13. James says:

    Whoa, you guys look great! I’m so happy for the both of you!!!

  14. Karisa says:

    These photos are gorgeous. I know Chris and Cara were nervous but they don’t look it at all. Great location, perfect lighting and Cara’s dresses are amazing! (Chris looks good too.) The photographer did a great job. Can’t wait to see the wedding pics!!

  15. Beautiful photos and setting. Julia did a wonderful job on these photos. Looking forward to the big day!

  16. Lynda West says:

    Julia, knowing Chris and Cara, I’m sure it must have been a really fun session. The pictures are beautiful and you did an amazing job capturing their love.
    Chris and Cara…We couldn’t be happier for you guys.

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