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Duke Gardens & Downtown Durham Engagement Photography

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In Durham, NC, there is a beautiful location near Duke Campus called the Duke Gardens.  The gardens are approximately 40 acres of beautifully landscaped property with more flora and fauna then I could ever hope to learn the names of.  Perfect for engagement sessions and weddings, the Duke gardens are one of my favorite places to photograph when needing a “natural” setting.  My clients, Anna & Steve wanted both a natural and urban setting, so we started in the gardens then ended up in downtown Durham under a beautiful sunset to finish the session.  Hope you enjoy the photos!

Couple embraces by lake in black and white photo

Happy couple sitting on stone steps outdoors smiling

Loving couple embracing in nature engagement shoot

Couple in love photographed in urban industrial settings

Couple kissing on a rooftop at sunset in urban setting

Couple kissing on rooftop at sunset cityscape view

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