Joel&Donelle

So for those of you who don't know, this weekend I'm doing a bit of jet setting. That's right, I said it. Jet setting.

On Thursday I set off on an adventure to the nation's capital to do an engagement shoot for my cousin and his fiance. The two of them are quite the young professionals working non stop. While the two of them worked today I walked the District, scouting out some cool locations for us to take advantage of. 

Since these two are the young professionals that they are we decided to break this photo excursion into two shoots. Today we captured them in their element. So they came straight from work ready to sport those business duds. 

So here's just a little teaser for ya.

We call this their Law and Order pose.

So Donelle and I thought that Joel could use this for some high profile photo in his future business ventures. 

More to come!

Ross&Stephanie

I feel like I"m getting a little behind with this so I thought I'd put up a few of my favorite photos from my last wedding. I met Ross and Stephanie through another one of my couples. They were actually in the wedding party of the first wedding I ever shot. See how all this works together! Well if I had to sum this wedding up in a few words I would say fun wedding party, amazing church, and people who know how to have a good time at the reception

Enjoy!

I love this moment of contemplation as she is getting ready.

And then a sudden joy as the veil is put in place :D

Here is that beautiful church I was telling you about.

Was I right or was I right?

I love everything about this. Waiting to be announced at the reception. Such joy!

I grabbed this shot of the head table as I was waitin for the wedding party to arrive. I really love the way it turned out.

Not cool!

Of course would you mind having that smashed in your face? I mean look at it! Yum

Mother/Son dance

Get it!

Told you these people knew how to have a good time.

And finally....that bling!!!

Download My Friend's Music!

So I've known one of my closest friends, Nathan Smith, for almost 8 years now. He is insanely talented. He plays guitar like a magician and has an incredible voice. I'm truly blessed to have such a friend as him. His talent truly amazes me. He recently put on his blog a couple songs that you can download. Please go there and support him. 

So I'm sure being a photographer can often be annoying to friends as I am often snapping random pictures of them. Thankfully no one has kicked me in the teeth or anything yet. Here is a shot that I caught of Nathan. This is the album art that you'll see when you're downloading.

It's here!

After several calls, email, and frustrated breakdowns....IT'S FINALLY HERE!!!!

Senior Portraits~Briar

Carter

So Carter is getting ready to turn 1 and mom and dad wanted to get a few shots to capture this time of his life. I of course was most certainly excited once I met this fiery little red head. I was even more excited when I found out that this little guy's birthday is just one day before mine. We had such a blast. Of course there is never a dull moment at this age. ;)

Oh you know we're gettin' this thing started out right! All smiles. :D

Does this not just say don't mess with my toys. Trust me, I know. I can read the face of an only child.

I love the expression on his face. Just hangin' out with mommy.

What is it with kids and coffee tables? They know we have all the cool stuff on there.

A quick outfit change and BATTER UP!!! Go Cards!

Jammin' with daddy. I think everyone had one of these keyboards when they were little. I know I loved mine. Of course it wasn't nearly as cool as this guy's.

Are you kidding me with this face?!

I love everything about this photo. The angle, the coloring, the lighting. Just one of those moments that come out great.

Carter has an awesome sports themed bedroom. They have all sorts of fun signs on the walls. Guess you know what they think of their little all star.

Thank you guys for allowing me to capture this special time in his life.

Nolan&Amanda~Engaged

I had the great privilege to take some engagement photos for Nolan and Amanda. What a great time! We met at this cool trail by an old school warehouse in the city. This place had so many things to look at and great spots to photograph. Of course with these interesting locations came a few treacherous spots. :D These two were quite the troopers and willing to climb and trek through wherever I asked them. I don't think that we could have picked a more beautiful day to take these. I think they came out pretty great. Of course it helps when you have two people that obviously love each other. Hope you enjoy!

Bling!

Amanda was all smiles that day. Of course I think that Nolan had something to do with that. ;)

I had the two of them take a little walk down the trail we were on.

Nolan really takes direction well. :D He totally dedicated himself! By the way, did you notice that awesome graphic wall behind them? Yeah, I thought it was pretty awesome too.

I'm going to have to say this one is my favorite.

A slightly more serious one out in the wilderness. Perhaps they were concerned for their safety.

Thank you Nolan and Amanda for such a great day. I can't wait to work with you guys on your big day!