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 […]

It was a bit chilly and then began drizzling before we finished this session, but that didn’t stop their smiles. Brook and Juan are engaged, and I’m so happy for both of them. They were both my students years ago, and a few years apart.   I remember a couple ball seasons ago when I realized […]

Weddings are emotional. This one was a little more than normal, because the beautiful bride and handsome groom were our own. I don’t even know where to begin to use words to try to capture the beauty and sentimental moments of September 29. Mikey and Cybile had their personal touches on everything, from the bullet […]

It was mid September, but it was scorching in Scottsville. And although we all were about to melt down in a big way, Whitley, Jarred, and Oakley kept smiling and were open to anything I suggested. So much of the time, awesome poses feel weird and crazy, especially when you are first starting a session, […]