Her big blue eyes have melted my heart for two years. And then her sweet, sweet smile, the way she never backs down from what most little ones would fear. (I’m sure this causes some fear for her mom and dad!) Little Elena is full of life and energy; she’d rather throw a ball than […]

All the Christmases past come to life just inside Gail Reeder’s front door.  It feels like the fast paced world goes away as soon as your eyes begin to take in how life might have looked more than 100 years ago.  The greenery and berries, Santas and stockings, and old ornaments on the tree create […]

I’ve known them both forever, since they were little. And never, ever would I have put them together. But they are perfect. It’s that sparkle in their eyes, that extra bounce in their step that tells the story. The fact that I know he hates pictures, but he loves her way more than he hates […]

I remember the first time I saw C.J. She was a stinking cute little girl with curly black hair at the Rec. Center. I don’t remember which basketball team she was on, but she caught my eye because she was such a doll. Then suddenly she was in my classroom in 7th grade, next her […]

I love photography, and couples are one of my very favorite to photograph. When I get to spend time with pairs like Carlie and Derek, it’s even more fun. Their banter and watching how they enjoy just being around each other makes it so easy to showcase how they feel. It’s obvious that they are […]

Julie just wanted to sit at home alone and watch movies. But Tyler wasn’t having it.   Watching their eyes glitter as they told me the story of how their romance blossomed warmed my heart. Julie had just finished school, and she was tired.  But she had met her match when it came to persistence.  Tyler […]

Jarred’s boss summed it up when he spoke at the reception about how much Jarred loves Whitley. First he talked about the character, dependability, and hard work that describe the groom, all the things you’d want for your daughter’s husband. Then he talked about how Whitley supports Jarred and became the other half of his […]

Laura prayed for no rain, but she forgot to mention the wind. It swirled all around us just like a whirlpool.  There was one time when we were at the pond when I was reminded of the time that the Bible speaks of the mighty rushing wind stirring in the trees. And it gave such […]

It was a bit nippy Saturday afternoon for Austin and Taylor’s engagement session, but we were blessed with clean, beautiful light, and fiery trees so stunning it took my breath. It was seriously a photographer’s dream, and Taylor and Austin were awesome to photograph. They were up for anything I suggested, and were just as […]

Everyone knows I’m a little wordy. But this time, I’ve struggled even find the right words to begin this blog. Rachel is stunning. That’s obvious. Those blue eyes of hers are worthy of at least two country songs. But there’s so much more. She’s a breath of fresh air, and has the sweetest, real laugh […]