I went back to DC a few weeks ago and met LaWanda and LaShaun, and had a great time! I love fun couples, fun couples in love, and fun couples in love who love to laugh! LaWanda and LaShaun were no exception. They’re getting married on July 4 and I can’t wait to shoot their wedding! Here’s a few sneak peeks from their engagement session in downtown Occoquan:
Thanks for such an amazing time you two! I can’t wait for your big day!
Rachel and Joe were married on a gorgeous Easter Sunday at Rhodes Hall, the only castle in Atlanta! 
It was a lot of fun capturing their big day!
On to the photos! I had a lot of favorites, so be forewarned!
Ty Hill of Elite Signature Services and her fabulous team made the day run smoothly! Atlanta brides, if you are looking for an amazing coordinator, contact her!
Dress by LaRaine’s Bridal
I love love loved Rachel’s ‘Something Blue!’ killer heels from Kate Spade!
Darryl of Darryl Wiseman Flowers and his fabulous team had the place smelling heavenly and looking beautiful!
Rachel, you’re gorgeous!
First kiss as husband and wife!
They walked down Peachtree Street for the recessional! I love this shot!
We headed up to the rooftop for these shots!
Avante Catering was amazing! Check out this set-up!
Rachel and Joe opted for a Wedding Cupcake Cake from Chocolate Pink Cafe! They were delicious!
DJ Question from Allthatmusik provided the sounds for the night! He was amazing!
My second shooter, Monica Peace, got this sweet shot! I love it!
Rachel and Joe, thank you for letting us capture your big day! You are such a sweet couple, surrounded by people who love you dearly and I wish you nothing but the best!
Oh, I’ve been a busy, busy girl! Soooo, what have I been doing? One very big serving on my plate has been boudoir photography, something I’ve always wanted to do, and things finally came together!
I’ve been collaborating with Angel of Sultry Soiree, and fabulous makeup artist Ivy Cooper, and here’s some work from our 2nd Boudoir Marathon we held in Columbus, GA, at the spectacular Gates House.
We all had an amazing time!
More boudoir marathon sessions are coming in April and May, in the Atlanta area and in DC! Contact me if you’d like more information or if you’d like to schedule your session!
Oh, and while you’re here, check out the Little Black Books (or red, or hot pink, green, white, brown, or blue, your choice!) also offered with my boudoir sessions. They’re small, discreet, and I think a great gift for your significant other, fiance or hubby!
This is by far THE longest I’ve gone without updating my blog! Apologies to my readers, it’s been quite a hectic quarter!
However, I have great news! I’m shooting a boudoir marathon! Earlier this month I teamed up with Angel of Sultry Soiree and we had an amazing time shooting some of the lovely ladies in her class! It made for some amazing Valentine’s Day gifts!
I really enjoy boudoir photography, because I think all women, no matter what shape or size, should feel beautiful. We ALL are!
Anyway, we had such a blast with the girls at the Gates House in Columbus, that we’re doing it again, in Columbus and ATLANTA! I’m super excited about this! This is a GREAT gift to give your husbands, fiances, and significant others!
We’ll be shooting March 13 in Columbus, and March 14 in Atlanta, and slots fill up quickly so ladies, make sure you sign up soon!
Here’s a sneak peek from the shoot!
Last month I got to meet a fabulous couple, Rachel and Joe, and we spent a perfect autumn afternoon at Piedmont Park! The weather couldn’t have been more perfect and the colors of leaves were SO beautiful! They’re getting married next year in a CASTLE in Atlanta and I’m uber excited about documenting their big day! Here are some of my favorites from their engagement session:
FAVORITE FAVORITE!
Rachel is gonna make a GORGEOUS bride!
Aren’t they a sweet couple? Rachel and Joe, thank you for letting me hang out with you two! I had a great time making you climb trees and kiss!
To view more photos from their session click HERE!
I’m a bad auntie! My beautiful niece came into the world a month and a few days ago and I meant to post this earlier but finals took me away from the internets! My bad!
(the good thing is, during the holiday I got to shoot a few more photos of her. I’m sure her parents will love that!)
More photos to come! She’s such a great baby and my nephew is such a good big brother!
Fred and Felicia were married at The Villa on Veteran’s Day, and I felt really lucky to document such a special time for them! Unfortunately, it rained the whole day, but we definitely got creative with lighting and had a great time!
Enough blabbing and onto some favorite photographs from their day:
Ladybugs for luck This little one was hanging out on Felicia’s wedding dress when I came in to photograph it:
Her bouquet was by Divine Designs and Events:
Isn’t Felicia stunning? I don’t think she can take a bad photograph, ever! Nik of FacesbyNiki did a great job of enhancing Felicia’s beauty and AMAZING cheekbones!
The wildly talented Julie Napear assisted me for the day! She did a great job capturing Fred and the fellas getting ready:
Felicia and Fred, thank you SO much for allowing me to be present on your day! I wish you two nothing but blessings in your union and I feel so lucky to know such amazing people who have such a genuine love for each other!
For more photos, click here!
Okay…so I fibbed! Grad school’s caught up with me in the worst way and I’ve been meaning to share this wedding with you for a while, so enjoy!
In September (yes, THAT is how behind I am! Shame on me!) I got to hang with Wale of WalePhotos, his masterful lens, and perhaps theeeee CLASSIEST wedding party EVER and assist him in shooting Uche and Lekan’s big day (and eat some DELICIOUS African food)! Check out his blog for some goodies!
Here are a few of my favorites
Something I got to do that I HARDLY ever get to do was HANG OUT WITH THE BOYS! What a great group of guys!
DAPPER!
I love a couple that dances down the aisle!
Later that evening they had an outfit change.
At some point I recall putting my camera down and getting my groove on! I had such a GREAT time! Thanks again to Wale, for allowing me to spend the day with such a great bunch of people!
This has been THE longest lapse of blogging for me! I feel like I dissed my best friend or something! I’m surprised my blog template didn’t roll its eyes and give me the cold shoulder!
Anyway, I’ll be back soooooon with:
-Some of my favorite shots from an awesome wedding I got to shoot with Wale of WalePhotos
-A LOT of art updates. LOTS. Tons! I mean it! God has blessed me with a ton of opportunities and I am so happy about all of them!
BRB
A few years ago, a friend asked me to photograph her wedding. I remember how nervous I was, how I planned almost a year in advance with her, getting advice from many mentors along the way, and praying that I’d be able to provide images for her that would last a lifetime. Prayer, prayer prayer, and lots of prayer. That day, I felt like adrenaline, and good feelings, and especially love kept me going. I didn’t even feel exhausted when the evening ended. To this day, I still feel that way. When my equipment’s packed up and I’m hugging the bride and groom and wishing them well on their honeymoon. Love keeps me going.
Truth be told, weddings are my favorite moment in life to photograph. I get to meet such amazing couples, hear their story, and get challenged to document their love story. No two stories are alike.
I always pray before I get out of the car and lug my equipment to where the bride is getting ready, that I will be able to use a talent that God has blessed me with, to help the couple always remember their day. Prayer, prayer, prayer, and more prayer.
Here are some of my favorites along the journey…
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There’s a saying I believe in: if you do what you love, you’ll never work a day in your life. My ‘work’ has been a journey of love stories. Love keeps me going. My only hope is that the journey continues. Prayerfully, of course.
There are too many happy moments in our lives, fueled by love, to dwell on the less than savory ones.
I hope love keeps you all going as well.
