Megan & Erick, Nashville Wedding and Reception with Style
April 30, 2008 | Filed Under wedding | 2 Comments
Megan & Erick had one of my most favorite weddings that I have photographed to date. As Steph (who came along as my fabulous second shooter) and I were heading home after the reception we could not stop talking about how fun everyone was to be around, how laid back the reception was, and what an awesome location they had chosen to celebrate their marriage with friends and family. Thank you guys for including us. OK - since that is out of the way - on to what you’re waiting for…some photos!
I started the day bright and early with Megan at Carol G’s Salon in Brentwood, one of my favorites, for hair and makeup. Megan’s long and beautiful hair took quite a while but it was worth the wait!
We headed to Olive Branch Church in Antioch for the ceremony.
Beautiful Bride
Handsome Groom
Quick ring shot…
I think this was where Megan wholeheartedly agreed that she would OBEY Erick. Priceless facial expressions…
The newlyweds
A shot that I love of Megan and her three beautiful, very respectful and loving children
Megan & Erick’s reception was held at Cabana Nashville, in Hillsboro Village/Belcourt area. When we walked in and saw that the whole room was floor to ceiling windows on two sides, Steph and I lit up with excitement. It was so dreamy and the light was amazing. The cake was delicious…I might have tasted the vanilla and the chocolate layers. Might have.
The food was delicious as well. When I saw Scott coming towards me with this plate I had to get the shot cause I think he displayed it nicely. And I loved his seersucker suit.
There were many friends and family members who came to celebrate with Megan & Erick. I love this shot that Steph grabbed - I just wish I knew what was so funny!
Couple more portraits to end the afternoon. We couldn’t miss the chance to use those fabulous windows and our glamorous bride and groom.
Thank you so much again for including us in your day. It was truly enjoyable!
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Madalyn Rose, Six Weeks
April 27, 2008 | Filed Under babies, family | 1 Comment
My friends Shawn and Tiffany are the proud parents of precious six week old Madalyn Rose. I got to peek in on their life at home this past week.
Miss Madalyn was so sleepy while I was there. Pretty normal for her age. She tolerated us changing her clothes and then dozed back to sleep.
These are my favorite shots of the day. The light in Madalyn’s room was so soft. She actually opened those beautiful eyes to check out what we were up to.
A few more…
Shawn & Tiffany - congratulations! Thank you so much for welcoming me into your home.
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Rebecca Paige at the Factory at Franklin, 6 months
April 25, 2008 | Filed Under babies, family | Leave a Comment
It’s been about 18 months since I photographed Sean & Dana’s wedding in Franklin and almost two years since I photographed their engagement photos. If you click on the link to the post about their wedding, you’ll get a good chuckle seeing me shooting a wedding with a big huge cast on my arm. Dana was so calm and collected the day of her wedding. She didn’t even look alarmed when I showed up on her wedding day in a cast and with two additional photographers to help cover me. She is just that cool.
I was thrilled to hear that she and Sean were expecting a little girl just after Norah joined our family. We met out at the Factory where I got to meet this sweet baby for the first time.
Dana says she is a “Daddy’s Girl.” I think she is right.
Thank you, thank you so much for sharing your daughter with me for a little bit. She is precious and I am so happy for you guys. It will be a joy to watch her grow up into the beautiful woman that I know you will raise her to be. Hope to see you again soon!
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Sneak Preview of Rebecca Paige, 6 Months
April 22, 2008 | Filed Under babies | Leave a Comment
This baby is a sweetheart.
More soon.
Blog CPR
April 22, 2008 | Filed Under personal | 1 Comment
Did you notice we performed a little blog CPR over the past couple of weeks? I broke my blog. I really don’t know how I did it, but I did. So my buddy Phil Thornton, Pixel Kicker helped me out and I am back in the blogosphere. Sigh. I have missed you, photo blog.
Check out these snazzy new larger images…nice, huh?
I figured I would post a picture of my daughter, since you probably haven’t seen her in a while. She will be one year old in about 6 weeks. I can hardly believe it. She can stand up for about 30-60 seconds before she decides she is done and plops down to crawl off to eat grass play.
Make sure to re-subscribe to this blog in your readers to update the feed, because this spring and summer are full of fun photos around every corner!
Josh & Jessica, Engagement Photos at Turner Farms
April 22, 2008 | Filed Under engagement | 2 Comments
This post is near and dear to my heart because this kid guy is like a brother to me.
Josh is my brother’s best friend. His grin says a lot about him, I think. He is one of those guys who is friendly to everyone he meets. He is kind-hearted, fun to be around, and genuine. He is also handy with computers. And he is in love.
This is the lucky girl, Jessica.
Josh & Jessica met me out at Turner Farms for their engagement session and we had a ball. It is so fun to be silly with the ones you love.
Can’t wait for this wedding - Jessica has chosen a color palette of pink & navy and though I haven’t known her for very long, I know the details are going to show off her flair for things with style.
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Rebecca & Dan, Engagement Photos in Belle Meade
April 22, 2008 | Filed Under engagement | 1 Comment
Rebecca and Dan chose the Belle Meade entrance to Percy Warner Park for their engagement session a few weeks ago. It was a really calm and clear morning - perfect for hanging out for these photos.
Rebecca & Dan will be married in a couple of weeks at Belle Meade Plantation. They have some killer vendors that I cannot wait to work with, some for the first time and others again. I don’t know if I am more excited to see these guys have such a fun day, or eat yummy wedding cake by Dulce Desserts! That is who did our cupcakes for Norah’s Adoption Party and the icing was heavenly.
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McClain, 18 Month Portrait Session by the Lake in Hendersonville
April 22, 2008 | Filed Under kids | Leave a Comment
This is McClain last April when I photographed him at 6 months.
Look how much this guy has grown!
Tim & Holly - he’s wonderful. Can’t wait to see you guys again soon.
Katie & Travis, Romantic Candle-lit Wedding
April 22, 2008 | Filed Under wedding | Leave a Comment
Remember Katie & Travis?
We so enjoyed being a part of their romantic candle-lit wedding last Friday night at Victory Missionary Baptist Church in Hendersonville. It was a terribly gray and rainy day but that did not dampen spirits of the many many friends and family who gathered to celebrate with them.
Travis looked great. He was keeping a close eye on his truck before the ceremony. He had a feeling there might be some funny business.
Katie was ready to rock n roll! I love this shot because it is so HER. She has carried a lot of the stress of the details of the wedding. She was SO ready to get down that aisle to Travis.
Katie’s mother made this beautiful garter from the lace of her own wedding gown.
See how dreamy the church looked all lit up with candles? I love the warm glow on their faces. It was a really beautiful atmosphere.
Travis played the guitar and sang one of my favorite hymns, “It is Well.”
The kiss was spectacular and full of joy!
My favorite shots at every wedding are after the bride & groom get down the aisle. Typically couples embrace and laugh and kiss and it’s just pure happiness. Travis and Katie were no different. She grabbed his hand to look at his ring and it just worked out for me that I was paying attention. I love his ring.
This is a first for me, but I love it and hope that I see more of it. Travis’s parents brought their family Bible, and had the minister and the best man (Travis’s brother) sign and date it. So special.
A couple portraits I like
I love the perspective on this shot. Look how many people were waiting on them as they entered the reception!
A shot of Katie’s bouquet and the embroidered ribbons hanging down. Nice detail.
Birdseed exit
Big kiss to end the evening.
Thank you so much for letting me be part of your wedding. Have a great honeymoon next week! Thanks also to Steph for coming along as my second shooter.
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