Olivia and Matt's Hot Air Balloon Engagement session - Topeka's Wedding Photographers

Olivia and Matt were a lot of fun to photograph. They had a special treat for us. A hot air balloon! That made for an incredibly colorful shoot and it was at Shawnee Lake which also made for beautiful sunset photos. It was easy to talk my assistant Monica into helping on this because she loves hot air balloons. These are some of our favorites. Hope you enjoy!!











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