"Mrs. Donna Wilson" :)

I was honored to photograph the wedding of Walter and Anna Wilson yesterday. I have known these two since high school, and there wedding was really a high school reunion of sorts - and so much fun!!! They are in St. Lucia, which makes me jealous, but I am here to recap their big day... starting with the elegant Asbury United Methodist Church:

Anna's bouquet:

I love these two! Anna and her mom have the sweetest relationship...

Gorgeous! I love this simple portrait!

Anna is seriously one of the most photogenic people I have ever seen.

Anna with Melissa, her best friend and matron-of-honor... they really have a sweet relationship:

They chose to have a "first look" and see each other before the ceremony - it was a really sweet moment.

Remember that sweet best friend and matron-of-honor? I love this hug they shared before walking down the aisle.

ceremony - time...

And, the newly-weds are OFF to the reception!!! One nice about having a "first look" is being able to walk out of the ceremony and go straight to the reception.

After they were introduced for the first time, they shared a first dance:

Then everyone started dancing and partying! Something tells me that this is during "Livin' of a Prayer!" I love what happens when this song comes on!

Walter and Anna, there is so much I want to tell you. Thank you for staying friends with me and for allowing me to document your "big day." I am so excited that you are moving into my neighborhood, and I promise that we will spend time together soon. I hope that you enjoy each moment of St. Lucia, and I will have your pictures when you get back. Congrats!

Album Designs

I have a confession to make... I am always a little anxious about beginning to design a wedding album. It seems like a huge undertaking, but when I am through - it's totally worth it! Here is a peak at what I've been up to...


And, a side-note... sorry for the delay in updating my blog. I have been badly "under the weather" and am hoping that I'm getting over it!

Random Wednesday Post

Well, I have had so many random things that I have wanted to blog -- that I decided to put them all together.

I met this cute couple yesterday morning at Guntersville State Park. Guntersville is special to me because my grandparents live up there, and Matt and Jenell were kind enough to meet me half-way. I adore this picture of them - just so simple and casual:


This is another couple who I've just "premiered" on facebook, and this is my absolute favorite shot. I don't know if it's the angle or the colors - I love it. Congrats to Brandon and Beth!


This might seem a bit bizarre, but this should keep you guessing - something special coming REALLY soon:


One of my dearest friends in the entire world - Jamie - is a teacher in Mexico City. I was super excited to be able to chat with her on Tuesday. She and some of her students entertained me online, and I am so grateful for Skype! (But more grateful for sweet Jamie!)


I shot bridal portraits on Tuesday that were just BEAUTIFUL. Of course I can't post those photos until after her wedding, so everything stays a "surprise." But, I got one to throw up on the blog!


And, some personal pictures from Thomas and Morgan's wedding... First up, a photo of me and Morgan:


Here is a picture of Morgan hugging my mom after her first dance... I just think it's so sweet!


I caught my little niece eating cake with some "big girls" as she calls them at the wedding:


And, I'll end on a good note. A picture that seriously puts a HUGE smile on my face:

Slideshows Everywhere!!!

I am so proud of the results of my two most recent weddings... I love their slideshows, too, and wanted to share them with you:

Click HERE for Thomas and Morgan's slideshow



And, click HERE for Ryan and Laura's slideshow



It may take a moment for them to load, but I really think it's worth it!!!

Happy Birthday

In the midst of all my recent weddings, on top of LIFE, I almost forgot to mention this sweet family session that I photographed a week ago. They are going through a lot of life changes and wanted to commemorate the grandmother's birthday with a family photography session. Here is just a little sneak peak of what we got:

We happened to plan it for last Sunday, when it did nothing but pour down rain. Thankfully, this family was full of flexibility and good "indoor" ideas!

A Sneak Peak

I'm not sure I have had a bride who showed so much excitement over seeing her wedding photos, so this one is for you, Beth!

Beth and Brandon were married last night in a small, intimate wedding in his parents' back yard. I was really impressed with the ceremony site; everyone worked really hard to pull it off! Thankfully, the rain held off, and Full Moon catered the event. Of course it was tasty!

Beth, thank you for hiring me to spend such a special day with you. I really hope you love your pictures!

Mr. and Mrs.

The above photo was taken literally minutes after Thomas and Morgan became husband and wife, and I must say that I loved being in the taxi. I have never had a couple be more welcoming or more sacrificing of their time together, and it was such a blessing to spend a few moments with them. And, I think that their kind attitude paid off in the above picture because I LOVE IT.

Morgan asked for good "dancing" pictures and "leaving" pictures, and I really love what we got!