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Misty & Chris. The Next Step.

admin — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:43:01 +0000

At the beginning of summer, the most perfect “maternity session” road sign popped up on the road I travel every day. I knew immediately, that the next pregnant lady to call me would be standing on the side of the road next to it! As luck would have it, in early June Misty called. I was lucky enough to photograph her beautiful marriage to Chris a few years ago, and they were expecting their first baby! I love it when I have the opportunity to photograph what happens after the wedding-pregnancy, birth , babies, and growing families. We met on a hot day in July, and Misty toughed it out, in the name of art;)

I LOVE the shadows of the flowers cast on her cute belly.

Jude’s 1st Haircut. (Insert bittersweet tears here)

admin — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 12:58:26 +0000

Jude will be two in October, and as much as I resisted, we had decided it was time for him to get a big boy ‘do. Props to Stevie for the pics (I’m thinking I should be watching my back with her-looks like she could be coming for my job!) Also, HUGE thanks to Jane Rose Salon-Callie Rose Cunningham-you are amazing!

He really liked the hair dryer:)

And just when I thought I couldn’t love that sweet face any more, THIS happened…

Jude also really liked his new style-he kept looking at himself in the mirror and smiling and patting his hair.

Elizabeth. A Beautiful Bride.

admin — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 01:48:18 +0000

I have sooo enjoyed working with Elizabeth & Toby, who were married last month. Elizabeth is one of the kindest souls you will ever meet, and I’m so thankful I had the opportunity to get to know the two of them better and photograph the first day of their forever!

Elizabeth’s bridal portraits quickly move to the top of my “all time favorites” list. Because Elizabeth loves both dance and theater, we started at the Backdoor Playhouse at TTU. I had a blast playing with the theater lights to create some dramatic, Old Hollywood photos.

What’s better than a beautiful bride? A beautiful bride en pointe!

After our run at the theater, we headed to a spot I had never visited. The Minister’s Treehouse sounded good, in theory. It’s considered the largest treehouse in the world, and I loved the story behind it. Only problem was, the ground was completely covered with dust-not dirt, not grass, but loose dust, which made it difficult to maneuver, considering Elizabeth was in her wedding gown. To top it off, there were lots of strangers (and I do mean strange) wandering around. We took a few photos outside the treehouse-the inside was just plain scary-then ventured on to a few spots around the property.

I realize these next two photos are very similar, but I loved them both!

I hope to post some pics from their fabulous wedding soon!

Regina. A Star.

admin — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 15:36:57 +0000

I was honored when Regina, a Sparta native, contacted me to shoot some photos for her new CD. Regina is so talented, and I know we are going to hear a lot about her in the future! She wanted to do the session in her home town, as it was a reflection of her new album. Big thanks to Renee Bouldin (also a Sparta girl) for the location suggestions!

Katie Beth + Tyler, engaged.

admin — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 14:13:52 +0000

Katie Beth and Tyler were married this past weekend at Lairdland Farmhouse (pics coming soon) so I wanted to share some images from their fabulous engagement session, as well as a few from Katie’s gorgeous bridal session. Katie wanted a vintage-inspired engagement session. She brought along several props, and I LOVE the results!

Katie Beth, Bridal

Lauren + Josh

admin — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 23:25:31 +0000

There’s just something about The University of the South. As soon as your foot hits the campus, you know you are in a special place. It has the grandeur of an Ivy League school, with the hospitality that can only be found in the South. I was so excited to photograph Lauren & Josh’s wedding, on this beautiful day in April. Lauren and Josh are such a sweet couple, and there’s no denying they are totally in love. They both have fantastic families, and they couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful day.

Here are a few of my favorites from Lauren’s bridal session, also done at Sewanee. Lauren, you’re gorgeous!!!

Red Letter Days Gets a New Look!

admin — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 18:35:41 +0000

A few weeks ago, I logged on to the website (something I apparently don’t do enough of) to find that I had wedding images from 5 years ago still on there. I had a talk with myself-I admit; editing the website is about as much fun to me as eating leftovers (I HATE leftovers) but I knew it was necessary to freshen things up a bit. I hope you like the new look, and all the new images. I still have lots more to add, but I’ve sat in this chair as long as I can today, and it’s time for me to get out of my pajamas (it’s 1:30 in the afternoon). All posts below this one will still have the retired logo and color scheme, but I’m sure you can overlook that;). ENJOY!

Laundry Day, Part II

admin — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 23:21:51 +0000

More engagement sessions!! Can’t wait to photograph all these weddings in a few short weeks.

Mandy & Cory

I love these two!!! We had so much fun on this beautiful (but windy) day. Cory played baseball for TTU, so they thought it would be fun to do some photos on the baseball field. I love the results!

We didn’t want to do all the photos at the field, so we ventured around town looking for interesting textures. Aside from the overwhelming smell of garbage, I thought this was a cool spot. Thank goodness Mandy & Cory were able to take awesome photos without holding their noses.

Lindsey & Jon

I’m meeting Lindsey (and her beautiful curly locks) on Wednesday for her bridal session, and I realized I never blogged their engagement session. We met last Fall, when the leaves were changing, and it couldn’t have been a more perfect day. We strolled the streets of downtown Nashville, and found some great spots to stop for photos. I know Lindsey and Jon are perfect for one another, and I am so excited to be photographing their wedding in June!

Kaci & Nick

Another June wedding! I love the rustic vibe in these photos, which were taken at Kaci’s family home. I have known Kaci’s mom forever, and I am honored to be photographing their wedding this year.

Coming soon: WEDDINGS, WEDDINGS, WEDDINGS!!!

Laundry Day

admin — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 20:54:14 +0000

We’ve all been there. Skip a day of two of laundry, and the next thing you know, there are clothes pouring out of the laundry room. Envision, if you will, an overflowing laundry room of blog posts. I know, I know-if I just did it every day, it wouldn’t seem so overwhelming. No one’s perfect. So here it is-a few loads of blog laundry for your enjoyment.

Sarah & Russ

So excited to be photographing Sarah & Russ’s Big Day in a few weeks. On top of the fact that they are both too cute for words, they are super funny. I know their wedding day is going to be a blast!

Baby Ezra (plus Lucy & Mom)

Seriously, could this kid get any cuter?

Ezra and big sis Lucy:)

If only she had a bit more personality..

Hot mama!!

Nickie & Chris

Is this couple smokin’ hot or what? I met Nickie & Chris when I photographed their friends’ wedding last year. I’m so excited to see the crowd again!

Helloooo, 2010!!

admin — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:17:58 +0000

I had an amazing afternoon yesterday at the Nashville bridal show. I met so many great couples planning their 2010 and 2011 weddings. I love this job! Thanks to everyone for coming out and making it such a great day.

And now, for a little picture pleasure:) Crystal and Greg were married in October, and also chose to do a day-after session when they returned from their honeymoon, to get even more great shots in their wedding attire. We met at a beautiful mountain location, and I just LOVE the results!