Wrapping up the final days of summer with this sweet couple and their adorable son! Smiles and laughs were had by all as we enjoyed a sunny evening surrounded by trees and wildflowers.
Read moreBEST FRIENDS PORTRAIT SESSION IN THE BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS
An attempt to capture the love between these two best friends in one of their favorite settings. We truly don’t deserve dogs and the unconditional love they bring into our lives! A few favorites of these two from the beautiful time we shared together in the Blue Ridge Mountains.
IN HOME NEWBORN LIFESTYLE WITH PROUD BIG SISTER
From a mountain park family session, to a surprise proposal in Savannah, adventures with this family just keep getting better! I met their newest addition, Lena, in her beautiful home. Every room I walked in, I saw photographs displayed from our previous sessions together. From a gallery wall, canvases, framed wall art, and dainty little frames throughout the house, happy memories could be seen at all angles. You can’t help but smile when you walk in every room - I loved it! The memories all over the walls made their house feel like a home.
Big sister Vada was a huge help, and showed me how well she can cuddle sweet Lena and make her smile. Lena was the perfect little model, letting me photograph her in her element - being adored on by her family.
PLAYING IN THE LAND OF THE WATERFALLS
My friend Brooke found her person and I couldn’t be happier for her. In the midst of planning her wedding, she squeezed in a day trip to the mountains to splash in the waterfall and celebrate her engagement to Chris. Standing next to a waterfall is thrilling, refreshing, and mesmerizing. There is something about the sound of the water and witnessing such a marvelous creation of nature that rejuvenates the spirit. Combine that with giddy feeling of just getting engagement and there was a whole lot of happy at this portrait session!
Congratulations, Brooke and Chris!
FIELD OF GOLD ADVENTURE SESSION
I have it marked on my calendar when the golden rods will bloom. I wasn't thinking that since I'm in the mountains now, plants will be blooming at different times. I squealed when I pulled into the spot for a long awaited family session and saw a field FULL of golden rods blooming "two weeks early". If that wasn't enough to make for a beautiful photography setting, we also had the perfect weather, and an invitation to board a U.S. Army helicopter! What?!
This evening was a needed reminder that when things do not work out the way you had planned, something even better is in the works. We had been planning this family session since December of last year. Our vision was to meet on a snowy day, but it never quite worked out because of icy roads and calendar clashes. I'm so thankful how all the pieces fell together and for spending the evening with this most deserving family on the mountain side. Not only are they amazing parents, they also established a non-profit organization to help veterans heal holistically so that they can lead happy and healthy lives.
Addi's smile is the biggest when we are on the edge of the mountain or she's flying through the air into her dad's arms. She's not even two yet and has already jumped out of a helicopter. ;) With her adventurous spirit, I can't wait to see where life takes her.
LOVE IN SAVANNAH WITH A SURPRISE PROPOSAL
Every corner I turned in Savannah was a glorious new sight for a photographer's eyes. Color, texture, and light peeking through the historic buildings made me so excited! White jasmine climbed over walls with the most amazing smell. I picked some jasmine and combined it with some other local florals to make my sweetest smelling flower crown to date. Beautiful mom-to-be Sarah, her precious daughter Vada, and Joey with a surprise up his sleeve joined me as we walked through downtown Savannah. Expecting their new little girl to arrive soon, Sarah wanted photographs taken in Savannah as it is a special place for them. Joey had his heart set on proposing in the park - our last stop of the evening. He stayed calm and collected, but as we neared the park, his pace grew a little bit faster. We picked an open green secluded area, with stunning Southern Oak trees framing the scene. I couldn't stop smiling waiting to hear Sarah say "yes". She was so surprised and happy! The only thing that could top this moment was when Joey then turned and gave Vada her very own ring. Best job in the world to be able to capture special memories like this one. I can't wait to meet your new little girl! She sure is lucky to have you all for her family.
BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAIN | FAMILY + SENIOR SESSION
Graduation deserves to be celebrated! This family picked the perfect location to reflect their love for the outdoors and adventure and document senior pictures before graduation. I wish this style of senior pictures had been a thing when I graduated high school! We hiked Black Balsam Knob just in time to catch a gorgeous sunset with phenomenal views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. After an awesome hike, they had pizza waiting for them in their car! I knew I liked this family right away and the forethought to pick up a pizza solidified it!
HEATHER & MARK | MATERNITY SESSION ON THE CHATTAOOCHEE RIVER
Heather is a dear friend of mine. She is beautiful inside and out! I couldn't wait to visit her in Atlanta and photograph this special time in her life. Her husband, Mark, and their two fur babies, Chloe´ and Bella, joined us for an early morning walk along the Chattaoochee River. Heather and Mark are waiting to be surprised if they are having a boy or a girl. Before we left, they placed a rose in the river and made a wish. Heather wore a leopard print dress - her signature print!
