Featured in MunaLuchi Bridal Magazine, Issue No. 27, two of Atlanta’s finest luxury photographers, LaJoy and Teko, come from behind the lens to announce their love in a sexy epic elegance-themed engagement session.
After meeting at work, LaJoy and Teko’s love first flourished over their shared passion for photography, creativity, and great conversation. They knew early on that their connection was special. After one particular conversation, LaJoy realized they were both hurting from the loss of a parent, and she knew at that moment, Teko was the one.
I told myself that even if we did not work (but I hoped that we would) I would be his friend forever. I felt protective over his heart at that moment and never wanted him to be alone.”
– LaJoy, the Bride-to-be
After another one of their late-night talks, Teko opened up to LaJoy more than he ever had with anyone before. It was then he realized LaJoy was the woman he’d been searching for.
I just felt like I could trust her, and in that moment I knew something was different… she was the one I would spend the rest of my life with.”
Teko, the Groom-to-be
Flash forward to their engagement shoot in Atlanta, Georgia, LaJoy and Teko’s photo shoot theme was “Epic elegance.” Captured by REEM Photography, the shoot had nods to their future wedding, planned by Russell Wendell, at The Porsche Experience in Atlanta, with a sleek black Porsche with yellow accents making an appearance.
More details on their love story below!
- Couple: LaJoy Cox & Teko Lewis
- Occupations: LaJoy is an Atlanta-based Luxury wedding photographer and Teko is an Atlanta-based Videographer and Recording Artist.
Quick Facts:
- Wedding date: October 9, 2022
- Wedding location: The Porsche Experience Atlanta
- Location of Engagement shoot: Atlanta GA
- Date of shoot: March 7, 2022
- Photographer: Photos by Reem
How they met…
I was the one to approach Teko at his job after seeing him a few times. One day, I finally worked up the courage to chat with him and gave him my card. I told him I was a photographer and needed models for a shoot and he would be a great fit. He had no idea I was interested in dating him. Teko and I became fast friends and were able to connect through our love for creativity and great conversation.
Their first date…
Our first date was very sweet. We went out to eat to chat and get to know each other better. Our conversation revealed our competitive sides so we headed to the bowling alley to show our skills. After a night of trash-talking and laughing, we sat out under the stars and talked all night long.
When they knew they found “the one”…
Teko: It was after one of our late-night talks. I opened up to her in a way that I was never able to do with anyone else. I just felt like I could trust her, and in that moment I knew something was different but I wanted her. That night we learned that we had a lot in common and I knew it was her, she was the one I would spend the rest of my life with, then we shared our first kiss.
LaJoy: A long conversation we had where I realized we were both hurting from the loss of a parent. I told myself that even if we did not work (but I hoped that we would) I would be his friend forever. I felt protective over his heart at that moment and never wanted him to be alone.
The proposal…
Teko was celebrating his birthday and we took him out to dinner. After dinner, we started taking photos with the family and as I turned around he got on one knee and proposed. I was so shocked because he is rarely away from me and I could not figure out when he had time to pull this off. We work together, live together, and spend a great deal of our free time together.
As I was coming down from my shock he handed me his phone and there was a video playing with all of my family and friends telling me congratulations from weeks before he asked. I had talked to all of these people and some even did photo shoots with me and never said a word. I love to know everything that is going on and hate being the last person to know about something and he managed to have everyone know about the engagement but me. It was hilarious.
He went LIVE on my phone for everyone to see on my Instagram page. I was shocked and immediately started crying. Especially when I saw my grandmother who has health problems and has been home unable to come out since covid began. The moment was amazing and I will never forget it. I stared at him and my ring for the rest of the night.
Engagement session & theme…
Our engagement session theme was Epic Elegance.
Favorite thing to do as a couple…
LaJoy: As a couple, our favorite thing to do is being able to go to work together and have competitions on who will get the better photo for the bride and groom.
Teko: Watching movies together at home with our home theatre system with our wing stop Lemon pepper all flats and drinking wine.
Wedding planning so far…
Wedding planning has been fun and pretty easy. It has been very cool to see what it looks like as a bride and groom and not a wedding vendor. I have a lot more respect for what my couples endure. We got slightly overwhelmed in the beginning but it was quickly calmed after my planner let me know it was normal. Brides and grooms have to make a lot of decisions and our process has been fun, but I think I’m going to be sad when it is all over.
What they’re looking forward to most on their wedding day…
LaJoy: Watching Tekos reaction during our first look. I don’t dress up much and being able to see his face when he turns around is going to be a moment I will never forget.
Teko: I’m excited to hear what her vows will be. I’ve been working on my vows for a few years so I can not wait to finally tell her.
Both: We are both excited for the guest to enjoy themselves.
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Vendors:
- Planner: Russell Wendell
- Hair: Merlande
- Makeup: BforBeaute
- Photographer: REEM Photography
- Video: Champagne Love Stories
- Stylist: Nadiad
Congratulations to this beautiful couple. Wishing you nothing but happiness & joy on your journey together!