It was a perfect Tuesday afternoon. We headed out to our local airport with hopes of catching the sunset. Maybe, deep down inside we were trying to get-away from the hustle bustle of city life. Life, as good as it can be.. can be overwhelming and at times, a little too ‘noisy’. IT was perfect because we were the only ones around. An airport all to ourselves. Freedom to do whatever we desire ; ) Relax, we did. Kendra & David had nothing but fun… being with each other. Away from the city. A time.. to reconnect again. Like nobody is watching, they held hands, hugged, laughed, kissed.. all those loved dovey things ; )
Kendra: You are simply gorgeous!!
David comes across as a serious kinda guy but he can be playful too…
I love my clients! LOVE it when they take the EXTRA step to look amazing- from hair, makeup, wardrobe, etc. AND yes, their smile!
Besides taking beautiful photographs, I (we) get to explore the edge of danger a little… haha! How can I not smile while doing it? Here, I just casually informed Kendra and David that a plane is approaching the runway. I ran 30 ft to grab my FILM camera I had left behind me ; )
David being playful again… I will not say what.
It was getting late. I thought it would be a sunset-less evening, since all we’ve had all day were clouds. UNTIL… the clouds parted ways and the gleaming sun peaked out and said HI.. bathing the lovely couple with the warmest glow I’ve even seen. I was in heaven!
See the effect it has on Kendra and David?
I know… just love.
Oh… what a session! I could not have asked for a more perfect day. THANK YOU to Delena Combs (MERLE NORMAN) for Kendra’s beautiful, beyond words makeover; Jeff Hylton for allowing us to play in his playground; and last but not least the heavenly GODS for this picture perfect day. THANK YOU Kendra & David for this honor and I wish you both rich blessings in the coming months and years : )
p.s. If you have missed their WINTER Engagement session, check it out HERE.
Please check back real soon for a peak at their SLIDESHOW : )
{ xo }
Come fly away, Come fly away with me.. this song has been buzzing in my ear all the while editing this fun shoot! Kendra & David were such great sports.. risking their lives in the middle of the runway. All for the sake of a few {unforgettable} photos : ) I haven’t been this excited in a long time!. Anyway, here’s a sneak peak. No danger here… yet ; )
{ xo and a bit of danger. Oops! Thrill}
It’s been 5 years. Katie and Travis met at a friend’s party and were immediately smittened. They both knew they wanted more. More of each other. Here they are now, exactly 5 years later on their anniversary, celebrating their day with a special engagement session! I couldn’t be happier for them. For their milestone. For their love . For each other. They knew they wanted to spend their lifetime with each other and made it official almost 2 years ago with a ring. A ring.. they picked out together. And Katie was happier than happy! Travis? She said ‘yes!’.
Is this a cute couple or what? So much love…
Katie, your are simply gorgeous!!
A gift for their engagement, a steampunk designed necklace/ pendant.
O glorious sunset light! It makes everything so much more beautiful : )
I love it when couples bring a little of their interest with them!
Special thanks to Delena Combs of Merle Norman for Katie’s amazing makeup!
Katie & Travis: Happy anniversary!! Looking forward to your upcoming wedding, hopefully in the very near future ; )
Please check back soon for a peek at their SLIDESHOW!
{ xo }
Laura is no stranger to a camera. Likes many of us, she lives and breathes it. There is never too many photographs! So, when it came time to capture a moment in her family’s life, she knew she had to do it before time passes by. Often behind the camera (Laura runs a successful ‘headshots’ studio in New York City), she seized the opportunity to have a few shots made of her darling family while in town visiting relatives. I am TRULY honored to be commissioned to be ‘behind the camera’ for her, her husband Rob, and babe Carson.
Carson is such a ham, in his white button down shirt!
Laura: THANK YOU so much for this opportunity to capture you and your beautiful family!
Be sure to check back soon for their SLIDESHOW!
{ xo }
Wes confessed that nothing has changed since their first ‘date’. He still thinks of her constantly and everything since then felt so right. He could not wait till June 9th to be married to Megan, a girl of his dreams. He writes. He writes and speaks with his heart and only Megan was the one for him. Then and their lifetime.
Megan on the one hand, was smittened from their first encounter. Maybe, it was his good looks ; ), blonde messy locks, or maybe his smile. Yes, it was all that. And more. She saw his heart, a kind one and knew he was hers. For a lifetime.
Their wedding day couldn’t be more perfect. It was clear, sunny, with a light breeze. Everything fell into place with a miner glitch but it didn’t put a damper on things. Megan was calm and expected the unexpected.
Megan envisioned a laced wedding gown for her big day. ‘It will be lace’, she said when we met to chat about wedding photography. After a few tries, she fell in love with this Maggie Sottero ‘Presca’ dress. Modern yet classic, this slim A-line dream dress has a tiered scalloped lace hemline that delicately completes the look. She paired it with a simple veil and very understated jewelry. Yes, she looked gorgeous : )
Megan’s untraditional wedding heels. But, it’s so her!
I love these silk, aquamarine bridesmaids dresses! They are simply well made and looked amazing on her Bridesmaids. You can’t go wrong with WToo!
The sweet scent from Megan’s peony and hydrangea bouquet was heavenly.
Flower girls dresses to match! They carried both old and new baskets, embellished with silk ribbons. Megan’s mother, Sue assembled these together.
Also, these brown baskets were Sue’s when she got married : )
After sometime with Phillip for her effortlessly tied low side bun and amazing makeup by Jemma, Megan was ready to step into her gorgeous Maggie Sottero dress. She looked divine even after being temporary stranded with a flat tire earlier in the day. (She wasn’t even sweating!)
Corset styled gown for THE perfect fit. Megan’s mom, Sue and Matron of Honor, Casey laced the dress carefully.
Garter handmade/sewn by Sue.
Megan’s besties- bridesmaids in their chosen WToo dresses. Their bouquet – simple hand-tied baby’s breath. Their accessories were kept classic as well- pearls.
Wes chose tan suits for him and his groomsmen. Totally fitting for a summer wedding.
Looking sharp, I must say.
Their FIRST LOOK! How did they feel? See below : )
Happiness? Affection? Heartfelt? All the above.
How about this RED accessory? A wedding is not quite complete without a car (antique ’57 chevy)! A special treat for us from Megan’s father- Larry, a car enthusiast.
I don’t know which is HOTTER- the car or Megan?!
A *hot* combination indeed. : )
Wes and his guys..
4 Star Catering has come a LONG way.. they recently added a new barn and ‘gathering’ area for special occasions like weddings, reunions, etc. I couldn’t believe how beautiful it turned out! Pristine mountains, trees, rolling hills… it’s becoming THE place to marry. And all in one package.
Simplicity at its best! Lovely baby’s breath arrangements in aquamarine hued mason jars. Candle lit glass cylinders tied with burlap ribbons and accented with rhinestone brooches for a touch of romance.
Megan wanted lots of candle light and lights hanging from the ceiling. It was beautiful and more importantly down to earth, like the lucky couple.
Yummy cakes by Teresa Caudill. She never disappoints!
The wedding cake sits on top of a log disc FOUND on the side of a road while Megan and her Mom was traveling in Tennessee. It was the perfect diameter and another disc was cut to make the Guest Sign-In disc. Cost: $ 0
Coke? Yes, please.
Megan & Wes posing with their hand cut/ painted ROCK DOLLS. A unique accent to their wedding cake. It was made specially by Jeanette Rice and given to them by Megan’s aunt, Lois.
This has to be an ORIGINAL! A log disc for GUEST sign-in. Green, friendly and totally unique!
The property at 4 Star Catering (Red Fox) has so many areas for guests to mingle. One of which (a hit with the kids!) was the fire pit for roasting marshmallows and making smores.
Megan & Wes’ initials and wedding date burnt into the wood– made by Emily Pratt
After a long day, they enjoy “crazy love” in each others arms once again. How lovely is this couple?
Swoon ; )
Megan & Wes decided to have a little fun by having a PHOTO BOOTH. Surprisingly, the guests had no reservations donning the silly props.
A sparkly exit.. with their closest family and friends.
MEGAN & WES: THANK you both and your families for this special honor. I am SO grateful for your friendship and wish you a lifetime of sweet happiness and unforgettable memories.
Credits to:
Wedding Dress– The Copper Penny, London, Kentucky
Bridesmaid Dresses– The Copper Penny, London, Kentucky
Hair– Phillip (Karma Salon & Spa)
Bride’s Makeup– Jemma Merrifield
Bridesmaids– Delena Combs & Jessica Thacker-Combs (Merle Norman, Hindman, Kentucky)
Wedding Consultants– Jamie Haynes & Joy Fields
Florals– Jamie Haynes & Joy Fields
Venue & Catering– 4 Star Catering, Red Fox, Kentucky (Regina Niece, 606.634.3324)
Ceremony chairs– SPE & Rentals (Lee Ann McIntyre)
Cakes– Teresa Caudill
Violinist– The Carriere Family
Soloist– Luke Davis
DJ– Brent Boothe
Officiant– Ron Sholar
Tuxes– Dion’s of Hazard, Kentucky (Melinda)
Wooden signs for wedding– Made by Emily Pratt
Cake ‘stand’ & Wooden disc for Guest sign-in- Found, recycled, Tennessee
Rock dolls– Jeanette Rice in Viper, KY
Hanky/ penny– Gift by Evalene Hogg. Presented by Debbie Hogg
1957 Chevy– Bride’s father, Larry Riddle (THANK YOU!)
Wood centerpieces– Recycled!
Please check back soon for their SLIDESHOW. But, in the mean time, please feel free to leave a comment or LOVE below to the sweet couple.
{ xo }
June 27, 2012 - 12:53 AM
I absolutely LOVE them all! You did an amazing job once again! Thanks so much for capturing our special day just as I remember it!
by CHRIS
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