Elizabeth & Chris

Elizabeth and Chris were married in Columbia, SC at St. Peters Catholic Church. Their reception was held at the Clarion Townhouse Hotel. They are such a wonderful couple. We started at 6:30 am for breakfast and then left for the salon Shear Expectations where they all had their hair and makeup done. They were fabulous! While I was at the salon, Athena had met with the guys and gone with them to document their day. Both parties were picked up by CMI Limousine Services and taken to the church which is so beautiful. Elizabeth knew just what she wanted for the day and planned for a fun photo shoot all around Columbia. We had a blast! Then back to the hotel for the cocktail hour where the bar was open and delicious food was being served. They took advantage of the next hour to relax a bit and then it was time for dinner and the party. I have to say they really know how to have a good time. The night was filled with lots of dancing, skits from Pulp Fiction, karaoke, and support for their favorite team the Gamecocks. Party Time DJ was awesome and the party went all night long, even to the after party in room 247 (oops it was 242...) Congratulations to Chris and Elizabeth! I wish you all the happiness in the world!



Click here to view their slideshow of the wedding images or engagement session

Gatlinburg, TN

I got to hang with someone that I can say is forever my friend. We have know each other since 7th grade. We had so much fun doing nothing but walking, shopping, and catching up on life. We don't see each other very much, but when we do it is wonderful! Here are a few shots of her throughout the day. She is now used to me photographing her all day because she knows I take my camera everywhere I go and she cannot escape! Isn't she beautiful?

Stephanie's Party

Stephanie's party was filled with lots of advise for her in her new marriage, a round of pictionary (we had a group of wonderful artists...just kidding), a little get to know the couple session, and then the time for gifts and cutting of the cake for practice. Stephanie is all about organic products so I had the cake made specially for her from the Sweet Monkey Bakery in Asheville, NC and brought in. Once the shower was over is when the party began. I have learned that bachelorette parties can get a bit wild and crazy! So, with that being said, I am only going to post a few shots from the party and just leave you with this...how many people have you seen that wear their lingerie outside their clothes for a night out on the town?

Bachelorette Party

Girls just wanna have fun! This weekend is all about fun. I am throwing a lingerie shower for one of my best friends Stephanie Willett. We spent the day getting manicures and pedicures at the spa and playing dress up. You never get too old to just be girls. The party is today so there are more photos coming soon...

Windy Day but Awesome Shoot

There were times that I thought the wind was going to blow me right off of my feet. It was cold all day, but Joseph was rockin'. Our first shoot had to be rescheduled due to weather, but it didn't hold us back yesterday.

The Brides Book

I have been getting creative and trying new looks for my upcoming ad in The Brides Book. There were many choices and it was hard to decide on just one photo that represents me and my work. I went a little romantic for this one because I am a romantic. Let me know what you think.

Congratulations!

This weekend was a blast. I had the pleasure to shoot with Jason and Stacy of Blue Mountain Photo at Mandy and Jacob's wedding in Greenville SC. The day was filled with lots of laughter, fun, and so much love. Congratulations to the happy couple. Click here for the slideshow of the wedding.

I truly enjoy getting to know the couples I work with. Tonight I had dinner with Beth and Marion. I had the honor to shoot their wedding 1 1/2 years ago at the Crest Center and Pavilion. www.thecrestcenter.com They are such a fun couple. I always have a smile on my face while they are around. I am looking forward to working with them in the future. Oh and look what I got today...my husband is so sweet. He knows just how much I love these lilies. They make my office smell so wonderful. The card says "just because". He too knows how to make me smile.

Year of the Boar

I had a wonderful day in Raleigh at the 2007 Chinese New Year Festival presented by the Triangle Area Chinese American Society. Here are a few of the images from the day. I love the vibrance of the colors. So beautiful.

Nashville TN

I love to travel and I enjoy spending time with my friends. I just returned home from Nashville TN, where I spent the last few days writing a song for my website with some really great friends. John Willis works with top of the industry artists and I had the honor for him to get creative with the music. http://www.johndwillis.com Stephanie Willett sang all the vocals and I am very excited for the finished product. http://www.stephaniewillett.com I definitely learned that I am not cut out for the music industry as a writer or singer, and I completely respect all the hard work they put into their art. I also had the opportunity to photograph Andrea Pearson, a singer songwriter from Canada. http://www.andreapearson.com She is absolutely beautiful and so sweet. I am very excited to have a full day coming up soon with her. We are going to have a lot of fun. Thank you to everyone for making the past week so cool.