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Eastern Shore Engagement photo | Lauren R Swann

Eastern Shore Engagement — Sam & Kamden

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Last Friday evening I headed across the Bay Bridge to Terrapin Park to photograph Sam & Kamden for their eastern shore engagement session.  There are very few people that I would travel across the Bay Bridge for on Memorial Day weekend.  These two are included in that list ;) Sam and Kamden love the beach […]

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Good morning!!! It’s Monday and that means that there’s a brand new Monday’s Mash-up ready for you! This weekend was packed full of fun! Friday night I headed down to the Eastern shore a bit early to stay with my aunt and uncle before my wedding in Hurlock on Saturday. It was great to spend time with them and plus, I got to avoid any potential bridge traffic!

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Monday’s Mash-up

Wife, mama, wielder of light & joy, and capturer of moments.  I thrive off of conversation and genuine connection.  In between wrangling our kiddos, and hanging my husband, you'll find me dreaming up my next idea or creative endeavour.  It's these things that culminate to give my imagery a warmth and joy to them - the greatest compliment I could receive.

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