I first met Marie at her son Oliver’s 1st birthday (he appears in my 2013 summary post here), so when she asked me if I was available to photograph her friend’s husband’s birthday party, I was excited.  I always enjoy getting past clients in front of my camera again.

I arrived shortly after the surprise to capture some portraits.  As many of the guests were visiting from out of town, it was extra special for them to be together.  There were several toasts to the birthday boy, followed by some more portraits, and a beautiful cake.  These family and friends were genuinely happy to be together, which gave me some great moments to capture.