Rain, rain, rain!! We really need it but it can make engagement sessions very challenging. But everything always works out and we found some sun at The Carmelite Monastery and South Carmel Beach.

Katherine and Peter made the drive from San Jose and we got to some shooting...

finally!

A few wide shots to set the scene.

Also some close-ups as well to give more definition. This type of photo shoot is always a bit awkward in the beginning but the reasons why we do this becomes apparent very quickly - one more step closer to being married!!

Just a few more candid photos before we head to the beach. I asked Katherine if there was any important to the beads wrapped around her wrist and she replied, 'It's my grandmother's necklace'. It's a good thing we asked because as photographers we need to know about this kind of stuff!

Some photojournalism on the way to the beach - it's so cool along the path.

With Point Lobos in the background this beach is really private and really special to be on.

Somewhere between low tide and high tide - I already received a soaker shooting the last few frames. We're commited to getting the shot!

Enjoy the view and forget about the camera. Special moments always happen.

This is Carmel, California. Spectacular landscape.

We just made it! The clouds were closing in and success was on our hands.

Thanks again Katherine and Peter for a wonderful day. Here comes the rain again.