05/31/2025
Last year, I had the joy of photographing Monica and Sam as they retraced the steps of their very first date — same places, same energy, but now with a heartbeat between them.
We started at Howlin’ Wolf in the Tower District, where sparks first flew, retraced their steps through the Mural District of Downtown Fresno, and ended at the Fresno mural where they took their first picture together.
This maternity shoot wasn’t just about expecting a baby — it was about remembering the spark that started it all. We captured the same joy and connection, just with one more heart in the frame.
Their little one arrived not long after, and I still can’t believe I got to help capture the moment just before “two” became “three.”
Special thanks to .howlin.wolf.fresno for letting us recreate their first date.