It's not often that I play with my soft box or creative lighting for an engagement session, but on the day that I was to shoot Carissa and Charlie's session, it was dark and raining. When we arrived at our location, it was a downpour, but Carissa and Charlie were going to be going out of town, so it was now or never for their engagement session. The two of them powered through cold October drizzle. While the sky was too dark to allow for just natural light, it was so much fun getting to play with my lights and get the chance to hang out with Carissa and Charlie.


Carissa has been following my photography journey for years. We were actually introduced to each other years ago by a mutual friend when she was in high school. She and Charlie have known each other since they were kids. Life took them in separate directions for years, but when the time was right it brought them back together. Now they're planning a summer wedding, which I can't believe is just around the corner. I'm so excited to be able to spend the day with them again, it was such a good time chatting with them about life, despite the rain that wouldn't let up. Maybe not the most ideal conditions, but it allowed for a really relaxed and casual time with a great couple and we were able to create magic.

Romantic couple embracing and laughing by a lake during autumn season.
Couple poses together by a lake with autumn trees and rolling hills in the background.
Romantic couple sharing an intimate moment by a lake during fall season.
A couple shares a romantic moment under a white umbrella in a fall setting.
A diamond engagement ring rests on wet wood in an artistic macro shot.
A romantic couple stands close under transparent umbrellas in the rain.
Happy couple laughing together by a lake with fall colors in the background.
Intimate moment between couple by lakeside with autumn scenery in background.
Couple in autumn woods with the woman wearing a red dress and cowboy boots.
Couple sharing a tender moment against autumn lakeside backdrop.
A couple poses by a lake during autumn with fallen leaves and trees in the background.
Two people laugh together under clear umbrellas during a rainy photoshoot.
A couple embraces for a portrait against a backdrop of fall foliage.
Couple standing by a lake surrounded by autumn foliage on a cloudy day.
Happy couple standing together by a lake during autumn with trees in the background.

We are Rich & Cynthia

the husband and wife duo behind the lens of Cyn Davis Photography. We are based in Steubenville, OH and delight in photographing fairytale moments throughout OH, WV, PA and wherever the wind takes us. We are currently booking 2022 and 2023 weddings. Get to know us better by heading to our about page or contacting us to set up a coffee meeting. We'd love to hear all about your love story!