Stephen and Kristen's Engagement Session with the uninvited guest

I met up with Stephen and Kristen at the Roswell Mill early in the morning to avoid the heat. During the session somehow we started talking about snakes and how much I hate them. When we headed down to the waterfall I placed myself on a rock to start taking some photos. Before we could start, Stephen called me over to him. Only instead of saying anything to me, he just pointed to the rock I had been standing on, and the snake that had been right next to me. Thanks for saving me.

I'm looking forward to their wedding which will take place at Frogtown Cellars in Dahlonega on Nov. 14, 2009.

Hillary and Andrew marry at Dunaway Gardens

A month or so prior to their wedding I visited Dunaway Gardens with Hillary and Andrew to view the lay of the land. Since that day I have been so excited to shoot there. The gardens were amazing and the possibilities were endless. The day couldn't have been better with a clear blue sky and lush greenery all around. The excitement was nearly jumping out of Hillary and her smile was infectious to all. Andrew kept pretty clam and reflective though out the day. After the cake cutting they had this amazing ice cream bar set up for their guests to create the most wonderful sundaes and we thank you for that. We were truly honored to be at your wedding and we wish you a beautiful marriage.









































Also, a special thank you to Alecia for helping me second shoot and for carrying all the gear around.

Michael and Ashley's Engagement Session

This engagement session was an adventure for the three of us. A lot of sweat, bug bites and hiking went into this session. What's funny is Ashley admits she's not an outdoors type of girl, but we ended up outdoors among the bugs. She definitely went out of her comfort zone to create some of the images you see.

The last photo was actually taken in the lot where our cars were parked. It was nice standing on asphalt.

Jeff and Amanda Oakes

I had the most delightful time photographing Jeff and Amanda on their wedding day along with my friend Sara. Amanda was so playful with the camera and completely relaxed and Jeff was more subdued and thoughtful. When I first arrived at the house I was completely blown away with the lighting that was coming in the window above the bed and I knew instantly that I wanted her dress draped over the comforter so that it could play with the light. It ended up being my favorite shot of the day.

The other memorable moment of the day was during the last 10 minutes of the ceremony; the clouds came rolling in and it started to rain. To my surprise everyone held their ground and watched the rest of the beautiful ceremony. We all got a little wet, but it did not create a damper on the wedding. I would like to wish Amanda and Jeff a lifetime of happiness, may the storms that come your way be few.