Monday morning marked the beginning of my month long trek around the southern states, and eventually down to the Dominican Republic. The weeks leading up to this point have been slammed with photo shoots, lots of errand running, organizing the details for an upcoming event (that I can’t wait to share with all of you soon), trying to squeeze 3 weeks worth of stuff in a carry-on sized luggage (which was a success, I might add)…and then packing a separate bag for the D.R. For those of you who don’t know me well enough, packing for long trips, especially for international destinations, tends to bring out a few OCD tendencies in me.  The most predominant one being that I find it necessary to check to make sure I have remembered my passport, driver’s license, and debit card an insane amount of times between when I first pack them and when I head through airport security.   For a minute, I thought I’d elaborate on just how ridiculous it gets, but have now decided against the idea. Just know it’s bad…real bad.  And then I go through the same process with all of my camera equipment. So, for obvious reasons, I HATE packing (and unpacking, for that matter) with a passion. But the journey is always worth it. Getting to travel around the world and experience so many things that life has to offer will never get old, and I’m so blessed to have these opportunities.

And now that I’m done with my little tangent, I’ll get to the point of this post.  Amongst all the craziness of the past couple of weeks, I haven’t had time to blog some of my most recent photo sessions.  So, I’ve decided to take a moment to share a few of my favorites with you.  I love sweet little babies! 🙂

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  • May 18, 2011 - 11:07 pm

    Jennifer - these are ALL fabulous! I can’t wait to see all these pretty babies when we’re in town!ReplyCancel

My mom recently forwarded me an email filled with quotes by Maya Angelou, one of which really stuck out in my mind after photographing Caitlin and Dustin’s wedding.  “I’ve learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way they handle these three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights.” They had a beautiful wedding planned at a dairy barn nestled amongst rolling hills and horse pastures.  Sadly, their wedding day was also the day the first set of severe storms swept through the south, spawning tornadoes, damaging winds, and baseball size hail.  The thunder started just in time for the ceremony. However, we were lucky enough to take a few quick family photos, a group shot of the wedding party, and a few of Caitlin and Dustin together (as I watched lightning flash across the clouds) before the hail began.  With everything going on outside, Caitlin and Dustin managed to keep smiles on their faces and didn’t let the weather get them down, and I respected them so much for that.  At least it will make for great stories one day!

I was just about to take a goofy shot of one of Caitlin’s bridesmaids stuffing her face with a sandwich, but snapped the shutter right as Caitlin was picking up a ribbon, so my shot didn’t turn out as expected…it was much better. Haha!

These girls were cracking me up!

We headed inside to take some more photos without the fear of being struck by lightning…

A lull in the storm…

Because the outside tent area with the dance floor got flooded during the storm, the guys cleared away the tables and chairs after dinner and brought the party inside…

Caitlin’s dad is blind but you would never know by the way he swept her across the dance floor.

Dustin’s dad could play a mean air guitar…

Location: Dairy Barn, Anne Springs Close Greenway

Flowers: Willow Delivered

DJ: Adam Fisher, Charlotte DJ Company

Cake Ella Art

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  • May 3, 2011 - 9:13 pm

    Whitney - I am obsessed with this color scheme and those bridesmaids dressed (J. Crew?). So cute! I cannot waitttt until July 23! Do you know where they rented the tent lights from ? I’m trying to find some like those!ReplyCancel

  • May 3, 2011 - 9:18 pm

    Elizabeth (Amanda's Friend & Yours too) - oh my goodness. wow, that storm brought out some amazing images my dear. i love this wedding. location, style, and the reception tables ~ all. this was amazing ~ReplyCancel

  • May 4, 2011 - 5:35 am

    mary - you captured this wedding so beautifully. i love the color scheme and location as well. great job.ReplyCancel

  • May 4, 2011 - 4:58 pm

    Caitlin and Dustin - Kim, thank you for capturing our day with heart and an honest eye (hail and all). We feel very blessed to have our memories captured so beautifully in print. You’re the best!!ReplyCancel

  • May 18, 2011 - 8:02 am

    Jaime - Susan, the wedding looked absolutely beautiful!! Congratulations on your new daughter-in-law.ReplyCancel

  • May 19, 2011 - 10:16 pm

    Margie A - The pictures are wonderful! They have the touch of a true artistry. BEAUTIFUL!ReplyCancel

As a photographer, I often find myself viewing my surroundings in terms of “good photo locations.” Whether I’m on a trip out of town, or driving to the grocery store, I seem to always have my eyes open for ideas. There’s a spot along the road that I drive to church every week that has had me dreaming up ideas for months now.  A few weeks ago I was driving along that road, and, as usual, I slowed down to admire “the spot” as I passed by.  And I suddenly had an extreme geek out moment. The whole area had exploded with wisteria blooms.  Absolutely gorgeous.  Unfortunately, due to this crazy weather we’ve been having, I wasn’t able to capture the scene before the blooms died off. But, I did have an upcoming bridal shoot, and I was still in love with the whole atmosphere of the place, so I was able to get in touch with the owner of the land and get permission to photograph there. As I ventured over to check things out before the shoot, I was lucky enough to cross paths with the daughter of the man I had been in contact with. She drove me around and told me a bit about her family and the land. Such a neat little serendipitous meeting.

It was such a privilege to photograph here, and Shelley was an awesome bride to work worth…venturing through the tall grass and overgrown bushes in her dress and high heels.  I ended up with at least 10 bug bites on my left foot.  But it was all worth it because I’m so excited about these images.  Shelley, I hope you enjoy them too!

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  • April 28, 2011 - 10:37 pm

    Amanda Scott - These are gorgeous (so is the bride)!!! What an amazing dress…I love it. This location is perfect and the lighting is amazing. You are awesome my friend!! (:ReplyCancel

  • April 29, 2011 - 7:58 am

    Jennifer - Whoa!!! Love these! I love the location…feel like i may have seen it before? I absolutely love the back of her dress…so pretty!ReplyCancel

If you follow my blog on any type of regular basis, then you’ll recognize the Kelley family.  I’ve had the privilege of documenting the milestones during little Merritt’s first year and it’s been such a joy to watch him grow. Merritt turned one at the beginning of March, so we met up for one last photo shoot.  Well…for now anyway! 🙂

If you are interested in a photography package to document your baby’s first year, please contact me! I have recently begun the Watch Me Grow package collection and I’m really excited about this new little venture.  I’ll send you my investment guide, filled with all the info you will need to get started.

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  • March 28, 2011 - 11:13 pm

    than - Hey I recognize that airplane sitting on the red stool!ReplyCancel

  • March 29, 2011 - 11:36 am

    Kim - Yes, I thought you might! 🙂ReplyCancel

  • April 19, 2011 - 7:16 am

    Duoimagery - Beautiful photos! -bethReplyCancel

I am excited to announce that I am now offering a new set of photography packages called the Watch Me Grow collection, to document your baby’s first year. You will have the option to choose the all-inclusive package, build your own customized package, or just choose to book one session at a time.  Please contact me and I will send you my new Watch Me Grow Investment Guide, complete with FAQs, custom designed album options, and more!

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  • March 22, 2011 - 8:39 pm

    Kim - LOVE this, Kim!!!ReplyCancel

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