the journal

Chanelle & Rob met while working at a paint store and Rob had to make a trip to Salem to see family. Chanelle mentioned that she thought it would be fun to go there and explore so Rob offered to let her tag along and use his car while she was there. They figured though, that it might be a good idea to at least grab coffee or something first. So, their first date was just that, coffee at Starbucks. Then they spent 4+ hours together driving, learned a lot about each other and formed an amazing connection. Of course they’ve been together ever since. And we HAD to take some engagement shots at Starbucks because that’s where Rob proposed too! Chanelle is a Starbucks fanatic so it was the perfect setting! They were so chill and I hardly had to give them any direction at all! After an outfit change we headed to the Upper Table Rock trail and the lighting was PERFECT! And of course the views are amazing. If I’ve ever had a couple that was calm, cool and collected, it’s Chanelle & Rob. They were SO easy to work with and are so perfect for each other! Can’t wait for their Christmas themed wedding in December!