Archive for October, 2008

Jenna + Steve | engagement

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

This has been a very busy month for us, but I’m so glad everyone is taking their pictures in this nice weather instead of the heat of Summer! We had another gorgeous day for Jenna & Steve’s engagement session. Unfortunately everyone else was out enjoying the weather as well – but we still found some great spots (and I learned a new joke – thanks Jenna!).

Emily & Elli

Tuesday, October 28th, 2008

A while ago we did some pictures of our friends’ kids so they would have an alternative to the typical school portraits. I was shocked when I realized a year had already passed and it was time to do it again! We headed down to Arbor Hills Nature Preserve in Plano and took some fun pictures.

This one was totally their idea and I love it:

Brittney + Corey | wedding (part 2)

Sunday, October 26th, 2008

Brittney and Corey saved up to pay for the majority of their wedding, Brittney even working 2 jobs. She wanted it to be a celebration – and it was. It was a joy to witness their wedding, and we wish them much, much happiness in their marriage!

Some details:

Mmm…I don’t usually eat cake at weddings, but I had my sister snag me a piece…best wedding cake ever. (Red velvet…yum.)

Ava didn’t want to be left out during the first dance:

We snagged them for a few quick portraits:

The cake went everywhere:

Hmmm…my dad and sisters tear up the dance floor (in their own special way). Fortunately, no one was hurt.

“What are you guys looking for?”

“Corey’s ring.”

“…Oh.”

It was found very quickly. : )

Brittney and Corey, we wish you the best!

Brittney + Corey | wedding (part 1)

Friday, October 24th, 2008

This was an extra special wedding for us – Corey is my cousin, and our families have always been really close. We were honored to be able to photograph Brittney & Corey’s wedding in Hickory, North Carolina. It was also so much fun to be able to hang out with all of them!

Brittney always used to hide from my camera, but she tolerated my presence very well and even posed for a few pictures. : )  They had gorgeous weather, a beautiful ceremony, and a fun reception. I had too many pictures for one blog post, so I’m splitting them into 2 posts. The reception pictures will be coming soon!

They have a precious daughter, Ava. It seems like just the other day that she was born; I can’t believe how quickly she’s grown!

Corey’s sister found me an excellent spot to hang the dress:

So cute!

The room the girls got ready in had some fabulous light coming in through the window:

This picture just cracks me up. Ava has the best expressions:

This is my cousin Mary Kate. She’s not a big fan of being in front of the camera either; I told her she shouldn’t sit in such nice light. How could I help myself?

The bridesmaids looked pretty snazzy:

Corey gave Brittney a bouquet of roses before the ceremony:

When Corey opened his suit bag, he discovered that the suit place hadn’t included his shirt and tie. Oops.

A prayer with the parents (my fabulous Uncle Tim and Aunt Julie):

The shirt and tie arrive! With 10 minutes to spare.

I loved the hydrangeas. You don’t see those much in weddings, which is too bad; they’re so pretty:

The ringbearer:

A prayer during the ceremony:

I’ll be posting the reception pictures soon so keep checking back! Good stuff ahead!