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Hannah is 13 months old

2012-02-10T00:21:00.000-06:00

Check out Hannah's 1 Year photos! The full set can be seen here.

Pearce and Greg's New Orleans Wedding

2012-02-09T17:43:00.004-06:00

I shot an out of town wedding in New Orleans a few weeks ago for some close family friends. Pearce, the bride, was stunning. She prepped for the day at the New Orleans Country Club and from there, took a limo to Trinity Episcopal Church where the ceremony was held. I love New Orleans. Growing up there was a very special treat, but one of the many fun things about the city is all of the pomp and circumstance that goes around big events. There aren't many places where you can secure a police escort - but Pearce did!

The ceremony was lovely and the church was filled with tons of friends and family from New Orleans and Chicago, where Greg is from. After the ceremony, the bride and groom were whisked away to the New Orleans Country Club for the reception. We made sure to get some photos under the Live Oaks, some of which are several hundred years old around the club. Upon entry, guests walked under a garland of baby's breath into the gorgeous main ballroom where they were greeted with fantastic music and white flowers and good company all around.

The desserts were breathtaking. Pearce wanted the decor to be white, so she had a dessert table with everything from white macaroons and white M&Ms to white powdered donuts and white marshmallows - it was an elegant and FUN display (and tasty too)! The groom's cake was a replica of Wrigley Field that had the guests in awe.

Aside from the wedding, the big news of the day was the Saints vs. 49ers playoff game. Nobody could have guessed that the game would be that Saturday when the wedding planning took place, so like good Saints fans, the Bride and Groom arranged for a TV to be brought into a corner of one of the reception rooms where guests took breaks to check the score. Despite the loss, there was still plenty of fun and at the end of the party, New Orleans Saints and Chicago Bears streamers were brought out for everyone to Second Line with.

All in all, it was a magnificent event and it was an honor to shoot. Thanks to John Hudetz for assisting me throughout the day and for helping to capture some great images.

Be sure to enjoy the fun slideshow below! The full set is coming soon, so check back again in the coming days!

Will is 9 months old!

2012-01-25T16:04:00.000-06:00

We had a great shoot the other day for Will's 9 month shoot and even got some pictures on the bench where his dad proposed to his mom! Pretty cool! Some favorites are below and the full set can be seen here.

Caroline at 6 (and a half) Months

2012-01-23T10:18:00.002-06:00

The shoemaker's kids really don't have shoes and Caroline definitely gets the short end of the stick sometimes when it comes to photos. But, before she finished her 6th month, I decided (or Martha kindly suggested) that it was time for some pictures. So we spent about 10 minutes yesterday snapping a few shots.

I am still in love. From her bald head to her

Sewanee Wedding Photography: Ceci & Billy's Christmas Wedding!

2012-01-12T00:45:00.004-06:00

The weekend before Christmas has been a popular time for weddings the last 2 years in Sewanee. It's actually a really beautiful time of the year to get married. People are in a great mood and feeling festive with Christmas right around the corner, so why not tie the knot and throw a great party!

Billy and Ceci have been dating forever and were a lot of fun. Ceci graduated from Sewanee and wanted to make that her wedding venue (good choice, I must say). The weather couldn't have been better (and it was even relatively warm in the sunshine) and the ceremony and reception decorations, thanks always to the magificent Ken Taylor, were outstanding. Plus, of all days to get married, it was also Ceci's Birthday!! I couldn't think of a better birthday present.

The morning of the wedding day there was a brunch at the Merrill's home in Sewanee - it's hard to top starting your day with gorgeous views from the bluff. Ceci was getting ready in a delicious looking house in the Monteagle Assembly. She and her sisters and bridesmaids headed to campus to get ready.

Billy and his groomsmen wore tuxedos with great red tartan bowties and cumberbunds which definitely made it feel like Christmas. All Saints Chapel was still decorated from Lessons & Carols and night fell early. Before long, the time came to walk down the candlelit aisle of All Saints.

The reception was held next door in McClurg Hall where everyone danced to the Pat Patrick Band. Hot cocoa and warm cookies came out at the end of the evening just before sending Ceci and Billy off with party poppers and into an old Rolls Royce.

The full set of photos is can be viewed here. Enjoy!

Patrick is 9 Months Old!

2012-01-10T13:44:00.002-06:00

Patrick hit the big 9 month mark! A sneek peak is below and the full set can be seen here!

Miller is 12 months old

2011-12-13T16:44:00.000-06:00

Miller just turned 1! He is starting to walk a little bit and is like a racecar on all fours. Here are a few fun shots from our session a few days ago. The full set can be seen here. Enjoy!

JP at one year

2011-12-13T16:35:00.000-06:00

JP had some grandparents, aunts, and cousins in town for his first birthday! We braved the cold on Sunday morning to capture a few snapshots outside in the sub-freezing temps. Despite the cold, he was a trooper and is on the go!

The full set can be seen here.

Peyton turns 1!

2011-12-06T23:46:00.001-06:00

It's hard to believe that Peyton is already 1! His parents are my great friends from college and were among the first few of our friends to have a baby, so they are leading the charge and clearly are doing something right. Look at this little boy! If that little face doesn't melt your heart, then nothing will.

The full set can be seen here.

The girl in the Red Dress!

2011-12-06T23:40:00.001-06:00

Susan and her husband found me through some other clients of mine (I love referrals!) and brough their daughter along for a family shoot. We had a great time! It's just too bad that I wasn't able to capture any pictures of them laughing or having a good time ;)

The full set can be seen here. Enjoy!

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Happy Birthday Will!!

2011-12-06T23:35:00.000-06:00

Happy Birthday Will! When I saw a one year old digging into a deep red Clifford The Big Red Dog cake, I was convinced their house would be toast. But apparently the frosting was made with some sort of vegetable food dye that won't stain (or so they say). Pretty cool!

Anyway, Will had a great party and I was happy to capture it. He even got a snazzy new set of wheels! See below! The full set can be seen here.

Jax at 3 months

2011-12-06T23:22:00.001-06:00

Meet baby Jax! He's definitely a smiler! I shot his parents' wedding a few years ago, so it was extra special to meet this little guy.

A few favorites are below and you can see the full set here.

Newborn Twins Price & Palmer: Get Ready to Smile!

2011-11-29T23:02:00.001-06:00

I hope you're sitting down, because you are going to love these little babies!! Price & Palmer were 10 days old the other day when I took these. Words don't describe how prescious they are. Sit back and enjoy! The full set can be viewed here!

Kim & Brandon's Nashville Wedding at the Hermitage Hotel

2011-11-26T21:38:00.002-06:00

Kim and Brandon had a magnificent wedding at the Hermitage Hotel recently. The ceremony took place in the beautiful Veranda followed by a cocktail reception in the main lobby. If you haven't been to the Hermitage Hotel, don't waste anymore time and get there. It's spectacular!

The Blue Tones band provided great entertainment during the reception which was held in the Grand Ballroom following a gorgeous seated dinner. All in all the evening was great and Kim and Brandon had a great time!

Of course, it woudln't be a wedding at the Hermitage without some shots in the famous men's bathroom!

A few favorites of the day are below along with a slideshow. The full set can be seen here!

Nashville Fall Family Photos

2011-11-14T18:36:00.000-06:00

There isn't a ton of color left, but the Ginko trees are blazing yellow right now and were perfect for some of these shots. Despite the near tropical storm wind gusts, we managed to capture a little color before all of the leaves blew off.

The full set can be seen here!

Hannah at 9 months

2011-11-14T16:44:00.000-06:00

Hannah got some shots at her grandmother's farm this weekend! It was the windiest day I've seen in a long, long time, but that didn't stop her from having fun. Here is a quick sampling, but check out the full set here too!

Welcome baby Robert!

2011-11-14T16:38:00.000-06:00

Welcome to the world baby Robert! This little guy was only about 2 weeks old in these shots. What a beautiful little guy! His sister seems to be pretty excited too!

A few favorites are below and the full set can be viewed here.

Ella Grace is 12 months old

2011-11-14T15:45:00.001-06:00

It was a windy day yesterday, but that didn't stop Ella Grace from getting some fun shots inside and out with her sister and cousins. Enjoy the shots of this beautiful family! The full set can be viewed here.

Laurence & Carl's D.C. Wedding!

2011-11-13T17:31:00.005-06:00

I had the wonderful opportunity to travel to Washington, DC a few weeks ago to shoot Laurence & Carl's incredible wedding. It was an amazing day at the Reagan Center and despite being surrounded by Occupy Wall Street (DC version) protesters, we were still able to get some fun shots outside. Their dog Uego, may have been the star of the evening. Uego was the honorary ring bearer and did quite a good job, if I must say so myself.

The reception was held in the Rotunda room at the top of the building overlooking downtown DC. From the great dancing to the lively guests to the delicious wedding cake macaroons, the night is sure to go down as a favorite!

Here is a sneak peak of the big day. A slideshow is below and the full set can be seen here! Depending upon your internet speed, you may want to hit 'play' on the slideshow to start the loading and then pause it and let it load for a minute or two before playing again in order for it to play smoothly.

Thanks to Mel Cabili for his help with some of the photos.

Vivi Ann Fall 2011

2011-11-08T22:46:00.000-06:00

Here are some cute updated shots of Vivi Ann and her family at Percy Warner Park. The full set can be seen here.

James at 11 Months

2011-11-04T15:09:00.001-05:00

Here is a preview of James at his 11 month shoot! The full set can be seen here!

Avery in the Autumn Leaves

2011-11-04T14:39:00.001-05:00

This will make you smile. Avery was adorable and full of genuine smiles. Here are a few of my favorites from the session and the full set can be seen here!

Elizabeth Kirk at 6 months

2011-11-02T12:13:00.000-05:00

You can't help but love these sweet sisters. The full set can be seen here!

Lily Newborn

2011-11-02T12:06:00.000-05:00

Welcome to the world baby Lily! The full set can be seen here.

Dylan Goes to the Zoo

2011-11-02T12:01:00.000-05:00

Here are some shots of adorable little Dylan at the Zoo! The full set can be seen here.

Christie & Kiel's Sewanee Wedding

2011-11-02T03:01:00.004-05:00

Another fun Sewanee Wedding! Thanks to Ken Taylor for coordinating this massively beautiful event! The weather was perfect, Sewanee couldn't have been more beautiful, and Christie & Kiel were as happy as could be!

It was a great crowd that offered up some impressive dance moves and lots of good times. Kiel was a fireman at Sewanee and as tradition would have it, they left the reception through an aisle of sparklers and rode off on Engine 4 with sirens wailing.

Check out the slideshow and a few of the favorites from the day below. The full set of images can be seen and prints can be ordered here.

Mary Bea is 14 months old

2011-10-28T15:18:00.002-05:00

Here are some cute photos of Mary Bea who turned 1 a coupleo of months ago. The full set can be sen here!

Welcome Sam!

2011-10-28T15:06:00.000-05:00

Hall is happy to announce he has a little brother! Here are a few favorites and the full set can be seen here.

Reid Fuller at 6 months

2011-10-27T20:27:00.000-05:00

If you don't smile after seeing these shots, then you need a vacation. It's hard to believe that Baby Reid is 6 months old, but she is so full of life and personality that it's hard not to smile with her. We did a session at Percy Warner a few days ago and this was the result. The full set can be seen here. Enjoy!

Newborn Baby Hayes!

2011-10-27T20:18:00.000-05:00

Baby Hayes was welcomed into the world a couple of weeks ago by her parents and her big sister Carrie. With all of the attention Hayes was getting, Carrie decided it was time for a little dressup.

A few of the photos can be seen below and the full set can be seen here. Enjoy!

Conner's 9 month photos

2011-10-27T19:59:00.000-05:00

I had my first session with 9 Month old Conner the other day. He is quite the smiler! A few favorites from the session are below and the full set can be viewed here!

14 month old William welcomes his new sister Anne Harris!

2011-10-26T10:35:00.000-05:00

William is now a big brother! Anne Harris was born a few weeks ago and is looking beautiful!

We did a shoot at Percy Warner the other day with the whole family. An overview is below and the full set can be seen here. Enjoy!

Patrick is 6 months old!

2011-10-26T10:24:00.000-05:00

We had a fun shoot with 6 month old Patrick last week at Percy Warner Park. The fall color wasn't abundant, but we still found plenty for some good good shots. The full set can be seen here.

The Akins Twins

2011-10-21T08:38:00.000-05:00

Percy Warner Park has been a popular spot lately and the leaves are just starting to turn there, so I imagine it will continue being a requested venue. These sisters are definitely 2, but between a little sass here and there, you can't help but be won over by these looks and smiles. An overview is below and the full set can be seen here.

Welcome Newborn Jackson!

2011-10-13T17:24:00.000-05:00

Here are some photos of the adorable 10 day old Jackson! The full set can be seen here.

Kim and Brandon's Engagement Photos

2011-10-13T17:20:00.000-05:00

Congrats to Kim & Brandon on their upcoming wedding! Here are a few engagement photos. The full set can be seen here.

Will is 6 months old

2011-10-13T15:53:00.000-05:00

We got some great 6 Month shots of Will at Percy Warner Park yesterday. A sneak peek is below and the rest can be seen here.

Oliver at 2 months!

2011-10-11T18:16:00.001-05:00

I had the honor of photographing the 2 month old baby of another great photographer this weekend. Check out little Oliver! The full set can be seen here.

The Lindsey Family

2011-09-27T21:26:00.000-05:00

I love the Lindseys. And check out their new dog! I am completely in love with the shot of Willa eyeing the camera like she means it! Below are a just a few of my favorites and the rest can be seen here.

Anne Claire is 12 months old!

2011-09-27T21:24:00.000-05:00

Check out Anne Claire's 12 month photos - what a doll! I've posted a sneak peak below and the rest can be seen here.

David is 6 months old

2011-09-27T16:54:00.000-05:00

I met with little David and his family on a beautiful autumn day at Percy Warner Park for his 6 month photos. The weather was perfect after a few days of rain. I've posted some of my favorites are below and the rest can be seen here.

Virginia is one year old!

2011-09-20T12:46:00.000-05:00

I met up with Virginia and her family over the weekend to get some 12 month photos of her. Some favorites are below and the rest can be seen here.

Welcome to the world Baby Thomas!

2011-09-14T08:08:00.000-05:00

I met up with the parents of Iris last week to get some photos of their new baby boy, Thomas. Here is a snapshot of the session. The full set can be seen here.

Enjoy!

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Hannah's Christening

2011-09-05T21:35:00.001-05:00

Here are some cute photos of Hannah in her christening gown and a few extras of the most smiley 3 month old I've seen in a while!

The full set can be seen here.

Miriam's 12 Month Photos

2011-09-05T21:11:00.000-05:00

I took Miriam's 12 Month photos a couple of days ago and love the way they turned out! She and her brother are pretty darn cute together. Miriam loved being outside and when we went inside, she went right to the backdoor and started reaching for the door handle. A sneak peek is below and the full set can be seen here!

Caroline at 9 Weeks

2011-09-04T18:28:00.004-05:00

Here are a few updated photos of Caroline, who tunred 9 weeks old this past Wednesday. Yesterday I put her in a beautiful little dress given to her by Craig and Lizzie (thanks!). I'm pretty sure she thought it was quite nice hanging out on the front porch in the rocking chair. :)

She is getting pretty good at head control allowing her to stay sitting up in places where she is wedged in a little and is just starting to be able to lift her head up well enough to look completely forward when she is on her tummy (this may not be an official milestone in the eyes of baby science, but from a photographers point of view, it's a big step and allows for a new look). The smiles are also coming a little more frequently which is great. Here are a few shots from yesterday. All posts with Caroline in them can be seen here. Enjoy!

Lyndie (at 18 months) and family

2011-08-25T22:38:00.000-05:00

I did another shoot with 18 month old Lyndid and some of her cousins last week at Lyndie's grandparents' farm & nursery. A sneak peek is below and the full set can be seen here!

Layla the Lab!

2011-08-25T22:25:00.001-05:00

I did a dog shoot last week at Elmington Park for Rachel and her dog Layla. Rachel is the sister (and bridesmaid) of Kim and Dustin, whose wedding I shot last Spring. Kim and Dustin's dog, Gracie, also joined in for some of the fun.

A few favorites are below. The full set can be seen here!

Mae & Reed 9 Months

2011-08-25T22:16:00.000-05:00

I did a first shoot with a new family last week for their 9 month old twins! Here are some favorites below. The full set can be viewed here!

Eleanor's 3 Month Photos

2011-08-16T14:41:00.005-05:00

Enjoy some of Eleanor's 3 Month photos (with a few of her brother too, of course)! The full set can be viewed here.

The B&B Clan

2011-08-16T14:08:00.000-05:00

We got this family together last winter, but it felt like it was about 2 degrees, so it was much nicer shooting in some warmer weather this time around! We had a fun day with kids, dogs, parents, and grandparents. Enjoy!

The full set can be seen here!

King Family

2011-08-12T08:13:00.000-05:00

I met with the King family the other day to get some casual portraits of the girls and their new puppy, Onyx. Some favorites are below and the full set can be seen here!

Hannah' 6 month photos

2011-08-08T14:30:00.000-05:00

On a rainy day last weekend I met up with Hannah's mom, grandmother, and great grandmother to get some photos of all of the lovely ladies together! Some favorites are below. The full set can be seen here!

Caroline at 3 Weeks

2011-07-31T14:17:00.000-05:00

Caroline just hit her 1 month mark, but I'm a little behind on photos for her. Here are some from when she was 3 weeks.

Will is 3 months old

2011-07-27T16:00:00.000-05:00

From mega smiles to ultra cool shades, this kid has got it down! I had a fun session with Will last week to celebrate his 3 month mark. Enjoy the preview below and see the whole set here!

Peyton is 8 months old

2011-07-18T16:48:00.002-05:00

My little buddy Peyton had his belated 6 month photoshoot the other day (at about 8 months) and got to show off his own little red Adirondack chair, which I think he was pretty proud of. Check out his little teeth and note that he is only 8 months old and already standing while barely holding onto something! Impressive!

Enjoy a sneak peek below and view the full set here!

Will turns 7 months old!

2011-07-13T18:17:00.000-05:00

If this little guy doesn't make you smile, then you may need some professional help. Will was so great during this session that I couldn't stop clicking the shutter. To see more of this great set, click here!

(P.S. Don't you love those little teeth?!?)

Annie Ray turns 3 months old

2011-07-12T17:02:00.000-05:00

Annie Ray got to mug for the camera with her parents recently for some 3 month photos. She's a cutie! A sampling is below and the full set can be seen here!

Patrick is 3 months old

2011-07-12T16:59:00.000-05:00

Patrick's 3 Month photos are ready! Check out the favorites below and then look at the full set here!

Beth & Hunter's Sewanee Wedding | June 11, 2011

2011-07-06T21:46:00.002-05:00

Beth and Hunter had an incredible combination of amazing beauty and epic fun during their wedding. The ceremony was at All Saints Chapel and the reception took place at the Hurst house near the football field. Ken Taylor did the always incredible job coorindating and providing exquisite floral and light displays while Jayne Slagle provided all of the delicious food and libations. Angie White produced another incredible cake that was decorated with all kinds of flowers in great summer colors.

The party really got started when the sunglasses came out - of course it's coolest to wear them after the sun goes down. To everyone's suprise and delight, late-night Krystal burgers were delivered and passed around (since school wasn't in session, I suppose this was the closest thing to some Sewanee midnight breakfast at the Pub). They left in true Sewanee style, speeding away with gravel flying and sirens wailing in a Sewanee Police car.

Beth looked amazing and Hunter looked like he was on cloud 9. All in all a great day! Check out the slideshow below. The full set can be viewed here!

A few more shots of Caroline

2011-07-04T15:40:00.002-05:00

We took a few family photos yesterday. Martha's mom helped snap some shots of us. One of them I especially love - she looks at me with these big baby blue eyes and it just melts my heart.

We had a few friends stop by, so I wanted to get some quick shots of them holding her as well.

I also snapped a couple of iPhone photos of the what the house looked like when we came home (thanks to friend and neighbor, Russelle), and another shot of sweet Abbo with his new little sister.

It's a Girl! Caroline Elizabeth Goodyear's first few days

2011-07-02T19:06:00.002-05:00

I can now say I'm a father and it feels great! Martha gave birth to our beautiful daughter Caroline on Wednesday morning. I couldn't be more proud. Over the last few days, we've had no sleep, but have had so much fun it shouldn't be legal.

You'd think I would have taken a ton of photos by now, but these are the main ones...I'm holding more dirty diapers and the camera, but once that gets more routine, I'll be sure to take more.

For now, you can see her from an hour after she was born to 4 days later including some happy Grandparents, her first bath at home, and Abbo, our dog, who is in love with her and follows her everywhere we take her, always keeping watch.

I can't say enough thanks to my wife, Martha, for putting up with 10+ weeks of bedrest and all of the hard work, pain, and sleepless nights she has endured to get to this point. She is a trooper!

If you have called or emailed for photos of your family over the last few days, I will return them soon! As you can see, we've been a little occupied, but are loving every second of it!

Miriam at 9 months

2011-06-28T22:06:00.000-05:00

I got to do another session with Miriam recently who is also constantly smiling. Some favorites from the session are below and the full set can be seen here.

J.P. Smiling at 6 months

2011-06-28T22:02:00.000-05:00

If this little guy doesn't brighten your day, then you may need some professional help. J.P. was full of smiles when I went to photograph him on a gloomy and rainy day. A sampling of smiles is below and more can be seen here. Enjoy!

Hannah's Newborn Photos

2011-06-28T21:55:00.000-05:00

Baby Hannah Grace is as cute as they come. I had the chance to photograph her soon after she was born which I love. Here are some fun shots below and the full set can be viewed here.

Anne Claire at 10 months

2011-06-28T21:47:00.000-05:00

Anne Claire and her family met me at Percy Warner Park recently to do a belated 9 month shoot for her. She is already starting to stand! It was a really beautiful day for photos at the park. The full set can be seen here.

Cole at 18 Months

2011-06-28T21:42:00.002-05:00

We captured some cute 18 month shots of Cole recently that turned out great. The full set can be seen here.

Jen and Will's Monteagle Assembly Wedding

2011-06-25T20:43:00.002-05:00

I photographed Jen and Will's wedding in the absolutely stunning Monteagle Assembly a couple of weeks ago. The Assembly is a small village of mostly 100+ year old summer homes on top of a mountain near Sewanee that is more idealic than any magazine or movie could make it out to be.

Jen's rehearsal dinner was held on Friday evening under the colorful lights of a Mexican Fiesta theme. Jayne Slagle of Natural Bridge Events did the catering (delicious, as always) and Ken Taylor orchestrated the flowers and decorations. You couldn't have asked for a more beautiful evening. It was warm, but not hot, the food was great and the atmosphere was stunning, especially with the addition of a Mariachi band for entertainment.

The wedding ceremony and reception were held on the Assembly grounds as well. Jayne and Ken did the food and flowers again and Angie White created a delicious and beautiful cake.

A slideshow of the big day is below (best viewed full screen) along with a few of my favorite shots throughout the weekend. The full set can be viewed and prints can be ordered here. Enjoy!

Miller at 6 months

2011-06-16T07:05:00.000-05:00

I am starting to wonder what Miller's parents are feeding him because I just don't normally see babies this happy! This kid is nothing but smiles, it's awesome! He was positively terrific for our 6 month session with him a few days ago. There are too many good ones to put on the blog, so be sure to check out the full set and look through them all!

Vivi Ann is 9 months old

2011-06-08T07:58:00.000-05:00

Vivi Ann's 6 month photos from our shoot at Centennial Park are ready! It was a warm one, but we still managed to get some cute shots. The full set can be seen here.

Chandler and Family

2011-06-01T22:19:00.000-05:00

I met up with little Chandler and her family recently to do some 2 month portraits of her with everyone else in the family. We had a great time with the cicadas, the dogs, and mom & dad. Here are some favorites. The full set can be seen here. Enjoy!

Elizabeth Kirk's Newborn Photos!

2011-06-01T21:59:00.000-05:00

I had the great pleasure of photographing Miss Elizabeth Kirk recently. She is adorable and if you've ever met her grandfather, you can see him in her. Her grandmother and great aunt were in town as well, so we were sure to add them to some photos as well.

Here are some favorites. The full set can be seen here. Enjoy!

Ella Grace 6 months

2011-05-30T15:35:00.000-05:00

I finally have some more photos of Miss Ella Grace to show off. She such an adorable little girl and gets along with her older sister pretty well too! Here are some favorites. The rest can be seen here. Enjoy!

Holden is One Year Old!

2011-05-18T13:51:00.000-05:00

I had the opportunity to capture Holden's 1st birthday party last weekend! The sailboat theme was great (check out the full set to see) and all of the family and friends were giving him lots to look forward to. A sneak peek is below and the full set is here. Enjoy!

Eleanor's Newborn Photos

2011-05-13T22:45:00.001-05:00

I had the great opportunity to photograph Eleanor recently, the new little sister of Richard. What a cutie! Here are some favorites and the full set can be seen here.

Baby Reid's Newborn Photos

2011-05-13T19:26:00.001-05:00

Reid's baby photos are ready! Somehow the post didn't take yesterday, so here it is. The full set can be seen here.

Bobbie & John Renew Their Vows

2011-05-13T13:52:00.002-05:00

Normally I do weddings that are pretty fancy and formal. The other day, however, I did a vows renewal that was like nothing I'd ever seen, but was more fun than almost any wedding I've done. The ingredients: Bobbie & John, Elvis, Tie Dye, and a Music Row wedding chapel. Mix it up and you've got a recipe for fun!

Here is a sneak peek of the photos below. The full set can be seen here!

Hannah's 3 Month Photos

2011-05-03T22:48:00.001-05:00

I met Hannah for the first time last week for her 3 month photos. It only took a few minutes for her to warm up and show off the most amazing blue eyes you have ever seen. Check them out!

Of course, if you know anything about me, you know that I can't leave the house without a photo of the family dog.

I love the B/W shot of her just pondering life with her hand on her chin. My other favorites are below. The full set can be seen here.

Carrie is 1 and a half!

2011-05-02T10:31:00.000-05:00

I met up with Carrie and her family last week for some photos before her new sibling arrives. After multiple rain delays, we finally found a day where there was a little sun. Enjoy the cute ones below and see the full set here!

Beth and Hunter's Engagement Photos

2011-04-26T16:41:00.000-05:00

Sometimes I can tell how fun a wedding is going to be a month or two before when I shoot an engagement session. I can say this with certainty, Beth and Hunter's wedding will by dynamite! These two are a ton of fun and have a great time together. I can't wait to see them again in a couple of months!

Some favorites from the session are below. The full set can be seen here.

Jackson at 7 months

2011-04-26T16:02:00.000-05:00

Here are some fun photos of Jackson at 7 months. Some of my favorites were from a beautiful wooden swing that was built for him. He was loving it!

The full set can be seen here.

Nathan and Virginia

2011-04-25T10:10:00.000-05:00

I took some photos of some cousins last weekend that came out great! My favorites are below and the rest can be seen here.

Jack is 1!

2011-04-24T16:26:00.000-05:00

I caught up with Jack and the family last weekend at Centennial Park. We had a great time enjoying the spring weather. Jack is up and running around and full of energy and joy. Check out the favorites below. The rest can be seen here!

Patrick Newborn

2011-04-14T17:01:00.000-05:00

This little guy is sure to make you smile. Patrick was just over a week old in these shots from a few days ago. What a cute little kid! My favorites are below, but if you'd like to see the full set, click here. Enjoy!

Mary Bea 6 months

2011-04-14T10:49:00.000-05:00

Some cute photos of Mary Bea from a 6-month session a few weeks ago. The full set can be seen here.

Chloe is 1!

2011-04-08T21:09:00.000-05:00

I helped Chloe celebrate her first birthday with a few family photos around their yard. Some favorites are below and the whole set can be seen here. Enjoy!

Miriam at 6 months

2011-04-08T14:33:00.000-05:00

I met up with Miriam and Eli and the family at Parmer Park last weekend for a fun afternoon of running around and taking photos. Here are some favorites. The rest can be seen here!

Miller's 3 Month Photos

2011-03-28T21:34:00.001-05:00

I met Miller the other day to take his 3 month photos. We caught a few cute ones with his dog and his parents. Some favorites are below and the full set can be seen here. Enjoy!

Anne Claire is 7 months!

2011-03-28T18:29:00.003-05:00

We captured some really cute images recently of Anne Claire with the Centennial Park flowers that are out now with all of this great Spring weather we've had lately! Check out the full set here to see more tulips!

David's Newborn Photos

2011-03-19T12:53:00.000-05:00

I had a chance to meet David for the first time last week when he was just a few days old. He was so amazingly good! I could tell you how cute this little guy is, but I think the photos speak for themselves. Enjoy!

The full set can be viewed here.

Lucy's First Photoshoot!

2011-03-09T16:28:00.001-06:00

I had the pleasure of working with Sam and Emily and their little baby Lucy last week. It's always good to work with Sewanee folks. Here are some favorites from Lucy's Newborn shoot. The full set can be seen here. Enjoy!

Vivi Ann at 4 months

2011-03-09T16:22:00.001-06:00

I think Vivi Ann's 4 month photos are precious. I can't believe a kid can smile this much!! Some favorites are below and the full set can be seen here.

William at Centennial Park: 14 months

2011-03-09T16:04:00.001-06:00

Here are some favorites from William's shoot at a little over a year old! We met at the gardens toward the back of the park which are gorgeous right now. The full set can be seen here. Enjoy!

Holden's Baptism and 9-month photos

2011-02-28T22:03:00.000-06:00

I was able to capture Holden with a bunch of his family members after his baptism last weekend. We were able to capture him with lots of different family members as well as some cute ones of him by himself.

The full set can be seen here.

Richard is 1 year old!

2011-02-28T21:33:00.000-06:00

I finished up Richard's first year sessions last weekend with a bang! He's such a cute kid, full of smiles, just happy as a clam. Here are some favorites. The rest can be seen here. Just a little bit longer and his life will get rocked a bit with a new baby on the way!

Matilda at 12 Months

2011-02-28T21:05:00.002-06:00

I photographed Matilda's 12 Month Session last weekend at Centennial Park. Some favorites are below and the full set can be seen here. Enjoy!

Colmore-Flynn Wedding

2011-02-20T22:35:00.001-06:00

Most weddings are a good time. Margaret and Tatum's Sewanee wedding created a whole new definition for fun.

It was a beautiful day with a little bit of snow left on the ground. Margaret spent the early afternoon dressing with her bridesmides at Rebel's Rest. Soon enough the ceremony was underway and it was beautiful! All Saints is an amazing space for a wedding.

After the ceremony, we quickly took some formal portraits (my goal is always to get formals done in 20 minutes or less - we all know everyone wants to get to the reception). The guests headed to Upper Cravens for the reception. This is where the elegance met the good old fashioned fun times.

The Michel Jons Band provided the music for the evening and they were great! They kept the dancing going from little ones to grandparents alike. About halfway through the reception, the Tatum and Margaret broke out the purple headbands. Let's just say that those took up up a notch...maybe 7 notches! What was a good time turned into a raging, rip-roaring great time! Everybody wore a headband, the bride, the groom, the guests, the band, even me! It was a hoot.

The flowers were beautiful as ever thanks to the most talented florist I know, Ken Taylor. The brilliant Jayne Slagle of Natural Bridge Events did the catering which was lovely.

Below you'll find a slideshow of the wedding day and some favorite shots from throughout the day. The slideshow is a great way to see most of the photos quickly and easily. The full set of photos can be viewed and prints can be ordered by clicking here.

Thank you Colmores and Flynns for letting me be a part of your special weekend! Enjoy!

Madison's 1st Birthday!

2011-02-09T23:07:00.000-06:00

I got together with Madison and her parents last week on one of the few snowless days we've had and got some cute 12 month photos of Madison in her birthday attire. Below are some favorites and the rest can be seen here. Enjoy

Dakota's 6 Month Photoshoot!

2011-02-03T11:12:00.000-06:00

I met up with Dakota and her family last weekend to capture there 6 month photos (we're a bit past that, but whose counting!). We did the session at Dakota's grandmother's condo in Nashville and despite it being a bit chilly, we braved it outside for a few quick minutes as well. Here are some cute ones from the set. The rest can be seen here. Enjoy!

Sewanee Wedding Photography: Jen and Will's Winter Wedding

2011-01-13T00:29:00.002-06:00

Twas the week before Christmas and all through the campus, not a creature was stirring except Jen and Will and their rockin' wedding in Sewanee! There was a crisp chill in the air, but suprisingly for Dec. 18th, it wasn't overly cold. The sky was blue, the sun came out, and there were friends and family pouring in from all over.

Their rehearsal dinner and after party took place at the Sewanee Inn. The ever amazing Ken Taylor provided the flowers and Jayne Slagle with Natural Bridge Events catered the event.

The wedding took place in All Saints Chapel and the reception was in McClurg Hall. Both venue's were beautiful and Ken's flowers were amazing and everywhere.

The Jimmy Church Band kept everyone dancing so they could build up an apetite for the delicious food, catered by Aramark (thanks to Sarah Gunn) and for Angie's cakes! The groom's and bride's cake were by Angie White. Will was an ATO at Sewanee, so Angie made an AMAZING replica of the ATO house in a cake! The bride's wedding cake was a colaboration between Angie and Ken and was white, covered in intricate frosting and flowers, and positioned with the huge Christmas Tree in the background...just stunning!!

It was a beautiful evening and, in what I thought was a pretty cool way to leave a Sewanee wedding, Jen and Will were whisked away in the back seat of Sewanee's finest, lights and sirens blairing, peeling out and screeching down University Avenue, to be delivered to the Monteagle Inn where they spent the rest of the evening.

Thank you both for letting me capture your amazing day! Below is a slideshow for you to watch and a few of my favorites. The full can be seen here!