A Story...

Kelly and I showed up in the girls' hotel room to document Stephanie getting ready with her bridesmaids. Her talented cousin did her hair, and we got the veil situated. Without even thinking much about it, she thought she wanted simple curls with a veil on top. She turned around, and everyone (including me) was obviously impressed!

But, then we started thinking. Stephanie and her cousin, Whitney, kept talking about this hairstyle they did as a "trial run" and said that they really liked it. We all debated it, really encouraging Stephanie to at least try the other one. What I love about her is that her laid-back attitude. She really didn't care... UNTIL she thought about what Corbin likes. She said that he likes her hair up, and wham! The decision was made. Just shows how much she loves him, and I love seeing that!

She looked pretty good, huh?



And, something tells me he's pretty happy himself!

Pinch Me!

Am I old enough to have Corbin get married? It doesn't seem right! Well, he married a BEAUTIFUL bride, and it was the greatest, most perfect wedding day... Let's not talk about how I am barefoot in this image. Ahh! How did I forget shoes? Ok, I know how - I was shooting on a chair for family photos and then hopped in this one. But, still!!!

I shed many tears. Look at this venue. Mom would have LOVED this place. The picture they had in memory of Mom? I cried. Watching my niece, Riley, walk down the aisle? I cried. Watching Corbin say his vows to Stephanie? I cried. Watching my aunt dance with her son? I cried.

All in all, though, it was beautiful. So, the "airplane couple" tied the knot! I tried to do a little imitation of their engagement picture and adore how it came out:

The new Mr. and Mrs. Corbin and Stephanie Clouser...

A Big Week!

I read a book this past week of grief. One of the things I agreed with is how grief changes with time. The author speaks about how 2-3 months after someone passes away, the tears become less. He says it's because the grief becomes deeper than tears - that you don't cry as much because there aren't actions that humans can do to express their depth of sorrow.
I agree. It's been 3 months since Mom passed away, and the sadness seems unbearable at times. This week reminds me so much of her. Yesterday, my precious nephew turned 2. I remember Mom holding him as a newborn, loving him every moment she got to see him, and enjoying his 1st birthday party so much. She would love this one just as much, and I hate that she's not here.

Then there's her favorite nephew, Corbin, who has also become one of my greatest friends. In 5 days, he marries the girl he's been smitten with for almost 2 years now. I couldn't be happier for the 2 of them. Of course we all wish his "Aunt B" was going to be there, but we're going to enjoy each moment for her. If I knew his "Aunt B," I know there will be a lot of tears. She would've wept, watching him marry his bride!


I can't wait for this weekend! A good friend of mine, Kelly (with Spindle Photography) will be joining me to document the occasion. Look out for some sneak peaks early next week. It's going to be fun!!!

Abby's Family

The above image is still one of the my favorite bridal images of all time. Abby is a great friend of mine, and I have been able to take so many pictures of her family through the years.

Thanks to this hurricane weather, I have been able to sit down and do some backing-up and organizing of my photos and came across these of Abby and her family through the years. Love you, friend!

Thomas and Melissa

I shot this wedding in the midst of my crazy schedule and right before my move to Virginia. Thomas, Melissa, and their families have all seen these photos, but how did I forget to share this on my blog? Melissa was a BEAUTIFUL bride.

Thomas isn't so bad himself! The McWane Center has a group area, and I have never been to a wedding there! It was so nice; I love the ceiling lights in this shot:

This is probably my favorite picture of the day. I love when I am able to capture true emotion, relationships, and love. I think I accomplished that in this image:

Special thanks to Amy Carson for 2nd shooting with me AGAIN. We're on a roll here...

where is camille going?

Fredericksburg, Virginia! Many people have asked questions, so I am going to answer them...
1. Why are you moving?
My friend, Nicole, and I are going travel nursing. We are staying on "as needed" at our main jobs in Birmingham but took this 13 week assignment. We plan to look into future assignments once this one is over, but we're only contracted for the next 13 weeks.
2. Are you moving everything?
No. My roommates are staying, and I will keep my house. We get a furnished apartment up there, so I will be able to have 2 places to live.
3. Are you still going to be doing photography?
Yes and no. I can only take limited time off while doing travel nursing, so I am booking less weddings. I do have some very special weddings on the books that I am looking forward to coming home for!
4. Why?
Why not is more the question!?! We get to move to different cities, see different places, learn different ER's, and make good money. And yes, we will be working in the ER at all the hospitals.
5. When do you leave?
Saturday. Or Sunday. We're playing it by ear right now, but we'll be driving together up there. Since we're nocturnal, we may drive up all night Saturday. We'll see how all that goes... :)
6. Are you nervous?
Of course! But oh so excited. I'm sad to leave Birmingham and everyone I love, but this will be a great opportunity. Let's just not talk about how much I am going to miss my family, ok?

(photo courtesy of my dear friend Jessica Wright)

Do you ever get nervous?

I get this question a lot. People want to know how I don't get nervous during the wedding day. I really don't. I think it's because I take a laid-back approach to the wedding and act as if I am simply photographing a friend's wedding. Really, my clients are my friends, so it's easy.
I do have to admit, though, that right before the bride walks down the aisle, I get a little bit shaken up. See, there are 2 moments I am always dying to capture in a wedding. I have to say that I think I nailed them with this wedding!