Jody + Pete | Fort Pierce Ranch Engagement

Any photography mission that takes us to a far away land that includes a herd of deer, giant (and slightly intimidating) beefy cattle and even a random buffalo is pretty high up on our list of top photo shoot locations. Mix in a lovely couple, a vintage blanket (made by Pete’s great grandmother) and a pretty pink sunset and we’re good to go! We started off in a huge patch of weeds, that we here at Vitalic affectionately call a carrot field, but everyone else calls dog fennel (thanks Pete). Surrounding us were these huge black brangus moo cows, and they didn’t seem too happy with us being there, so we tried to make it snappy. I was trying to concentrate on the task at hand, but in my head I was silently mapping out my escape route just in case one of them decided to charge us. Luckily they stayed cool, and I didn’t have to execute my plan. After getting to know Jody & Pete more, we realized what a perfect location this was for them. They’ve known each other since high school and did rodeos together while growing up. It’s always so lovely when the engagement session ties into the couple’s story. Excited for their backyard wedding!