We had the pleasure of photographing the recently engaged couple, Shantel and Otis, for their upcoming nuptials. The engagement session was captured at the beautiful Cheekwood Estate & Gardens. Here’s a glimpse into their beautiful love story.
Shantel: I remember the first time we met. We were in college, and Otis was working at Forever 21, and I was working at A’gaci across the hallway. I was in his store, browsing for a cami, and he tapped me on the shoulder and introduced himself with those pretty teeth I said “Hi, nice to meet you. I’m Shantel” and then he just walked away lol. Mission accomplished, my interest was sparked.
Shantel: I developed a littleeee crush and found myself going into the store on break just to see if he was working. I’d ask him to get stuff down knowing damn well I wasn’t going to get anything, or I would buy little things just to talk to him at the register.
Shantel: After I left A’gaci, I didn’t see much of him. Somehow our worlds reconnected a year later. It started off with him just waving at me and flashing a smile when he passed me on campus, which turned into Student Union and KUC lunch dates, and long walks to class where we talked about everything.
Shantel: It wasn’t long until he put me under his spell, and I was hooked. Call it magic. June 12th, 2021 can’t get here soon enough, but I’m enjoying every moment of our ride there. #GetLowWithTheLittlejohns
Thank you Shantel & Otis for allowing JAO Photography to capture your beautiful love story. Can’t wait till wedding day!
Bride to be: Shantel White
Groom to be: Otis Littlejohn
Engagement session venue: Cheekwood