When Jeff and Theresa booked their engagement session at Tarkiln Bayou Preserve, we didn’t expect rain—but instead of postponing, they embraced it. The misty drizzle turned the session into something straight out of a romance movie, with soft light filtering through the trees and raindrops glistening on the boardwalk. They laughed, held each other close, and made the most of every moment, proving that sometimes the unexpected makes for the most beautiful memories.

Some places hold a lifetime of memories, and for Darlene and Steve’s photo session, I knew exactly where to take them. Growing up, we always launched our boat at Josephine Park on Robert’s Bayou, making frequent stops at Pirate’s Cove for Bushwackers and smash burgers after long days on the water. Just around the bend was Hatcher’s Point, where our friends and family would gather, boats tied together, grilling and laughing until sunset.

With Hatcher’s Point in the background and the golden light reflecting off the bay, this session felt like capturing not just two people, but a lifetime of shared moments in a place that feels like home.