Some of the most beautiful people I know are convinced they aren't photogenic.

Mae would be one of those people.

As attractive as she is funny, I couldn't believe it when she told me point-blank she was NOT photogenic.

We'd been meeting up for several weeks leading up to the conversation, and I always found her to be a breath of fresh air. Always smiling and always funny, I looked forward to seeing her. She is such a positive force I couldn't imagine that NOT coming across in a photo.

Yet she is one of many people who I'd classify, with myself, as "camera shy."

When her fiance Mike scheduled me to photograph their wedding celebration, I was convinced I could prove her wrong.

As I was documenting her getting ready for the celebration, I vaguely recalled her words: "Can you make me look good?"

I laughed. It would be an easy task, mainly because she was so relaxed and having so much fun. Special thanks to Mike for that:)

Everyone can benefit from these key words - "relax" and "have fun." 

Photography shouldn't just be about documenting how you look on family picture day, but also how you are, your personality, how you react with your family. Those are the photos people love to see. They are genuine, and they are the photos future generations will enjoy.

Congrats to Mae and Mike! May you enjoy every moment.