Evan + Mariah | Rose Garden Engagement Portraits
We had the best time getting to do this session with Mariah and Evan at the Rose Garden at Furman! They are just the sweetest, and we couldn’t have asked for a more dreamy session! Keep reading to find out more of their story, plus see our favorites from their session!
Evan and Mariah have known each other for just a little over three years! Both went to school for Business Administration— Mariah works in marketing and PR and so far loves it, while Evan works as a sales/accounting rep for Merl’s Countertops.
How did you meet? And what was your first impressions of each other?
Mariah— “My uncle talked to Evan about me and he also mentioned Evan's name, although I didn't think anything of it. We would see each other around campus but were involved in different organizations. One day he texted me and then happily ever after :) My first impression of Evan was, Wow he is a godly man, and I found that attractive. He was so different than anyone else I had met in his boldness for the Lord.”
Evan— “My first impression of Mariah is that she stuck in my mind. I was most attracted to her the first time I heard her pray. I heard her heart talking to God and that is when I knew.”
When you first met, what attracted you most?
I think for both of us it was the love that we each had for the Lord. Something that we both valued and wanted in our relationship.
Who said I love you first
Evan
What did you do on your first date?
We went to Chick fila :) and then Church the next morning
Favorite thing you like to do together...
We love to go fishing and hiking together
Number one physical quality
Mariah— ”I like his blue/green eyes.”
Evan— “I like her blue eyes and smile.”
Number one character trait
Mariah— “My favorite character trait about Evan is his love and compassion for people. He sees the the positive aspects of everyone.
Evan— “She never gives up, even when “the odds” may be against her. She is very determined, dedicated, and driven.”
How has your fiancé changed you?
Mariah— “Evan has changed me in the way he leads me closer to God. He has also taught me to slow down in life and take in the small moments.
Evan— “Mariah makes me a better person in the way that she challenges me to be the best me there is each day. She also encourage me to serve others by going above and beyond the standard, all while showing the love of Christ to others. I never would have thought much about adopting until I met her!”
Where do you see yourselves in 10 years?
We see ourselves on a small farm with chickens and a few cows, raising puppies, maybe on the lake but definitely near the lake. Both of us pursuing our careers in business with 3 or 4 kids.
proposal story
Mariah— “Evan proposed in Jamaica on top of the mission overlooking Montego Bay. It was a dreammmmm! I was totally taken off guard and did not see it coming. He surprised me by flying in with my sister. We were both definitely over the moon about the engagement.
