Eager to have their engagement photos taken in the Italian countryside, the couple couldn’t exactly travel around the world for the photo shoot.
Karsi Bib When Cayden Mills We got engaged not long ago and started planning our wedding later this year. So when it came time to take their engagement photos, they knew exactly the type of vibe they wanted to capture.
Unfortunately, they live in Tennessee, which is nowhere near the Italian countryside. So the couple got creative and used Olive Garden instead. To the Internet’s surprise, it actually worked. The photos turned out great.
The success of the photo shoot is all thanks to you Shay Cravena talented photographer and the couple’s best friend.
Bibb posted some of the final photos on Instagram, but it wasn’t until Craven shared more shots in a video posted to TikTok that their engagement photos went viral.
“Tennessee but Italian vibes ✨” is the caption.
talk to buzzfeedBibb said, “I asked Shay[our photographer and longtime friend]if there were any places she wanted to shoot but hadn’t yet. She mentioned Olive Garden That’s when!”
Craven told the publication that one day he is thinking of taking a picture with his family at a restaurant while eating lunch.
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“I looked around the building and said to my mother, ‘This is going to be a good place to take a picture,'” she said.
Craven owns Hunter Lashea Photography and has worked as a professional photographer for many years.
According to her website, Craven primarily practices wedding photography, but also offers general non-celebration sessions for couples.
“I crave to document the real, raw and meaningful moments that happen on my wedding day. Smiles, and the ultimate dance party are my favorite moments.I’m honored to be a part of your adventure.”
Shooting an engagement photo at a chain restaurant seems a bit unusual, but according to Craven, “When I started planning to shoot Carlsey and Kayden’s engagement photo, Carlsey completely trusted my idea. Thank you very much.”
It takes skill to make Olive Garden look like Italy. Craven is clearly talented.
The final result of the cheesy photo shoot can be seen in the embedded video above.
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