Angela & Derrick November 2009

We had the pleasure of shooting Angela & Derricks wedding in November. I already knew that this was a great couple from our first meeting and our great Engagement Session we did earlier this year. And the wedding did not disappoint. Every detail was perfection, from the amazing saxophone player during the ceremony all the way to the fun and vibrant choreographed first dance. Here is just a small sampling of the special moments we captured from this great day!

The beautiful bride!

I love the soft effect of this shot including all the great details from Angela's veil all the way down to the lovely flowers.

The handsome (and hilarious) Groom!

See I told you he was funny! He always seems to have Angela laughing. I'm pretty sure that's what makes a great partner!

Love love love this one. They both have these little grins on their faces that are totally contagious!

Congratulations Angela & Derrick!

Tyson

I was so happy when Kelly and Ryan contacted me to shoot their little guy Tyson! I actually shot Kelly and Ryan's engagement pictures in this same park a couple years ago and it was so beautiful in the fall. So I knew right away it would be the perfect backdrop for pics of Tyson. And I don't think I've ever met a happier little boy! What a great day and a super cute family.

This was the second photo I shot of Tyson and already he was smiling and laughing at me (smile provided by Aunt Brenda who was at the shoot with us and just cracking this little guy up!)

I know baby's shouldn't suck their fingers but seriously how cute do they look when they are doing it?! Love this one!

Oh that little baby face and those beautiful blue eyes!

I love this one of Mommy and Tyson. They colors that day were an awesome backdrop for this cute little pic. Kelly looks so sweet watching her baby boy!

Sometimes Daddy makes a really good prop! Sorry, Ryan that we don't have one of your face but I just couldn't pass this one up. At least you have a strong shoulder for Tyson to lean on!

Shea Connor

I had the pleasure of shooting Trevin and Shawn's wedding last November so when I got the email that Trevin was pregnant and wanted me to shoot their newest family member I was so excited. Baby Boy Shea Connor was only three weeks old for these pictures but believe me this little man already has style and his poses down. Who knew they made tiny little button down flannels and corduroy's for newborns! I love it!

Now I have to say that not everyone looks this darn cute yawning! I just want to pinch those little cheeks!

It's really rare that I can get such a little one to look at my camera but Shea had a knack for finding me and striking a little baby pose!

I love this one of Mommy and Shea. They both look so natural and at ease.

And we can't leave out Daddy and his Baby Boy! I have a feeling that this little guy is gonna get tons of snuggles and kisses for a long long time.

Congratulations you guys! Hope to keep shooting this little guy as he grows up to be a big guy!

Vivienne

I meet Mark and Sara years ago and Sara recently contacted me about taking some portraits of their little girl Vivienne. Miss Vivienne just started walking on her own a couple weeks before our shoot. And I had no idea of the cardio work-out I was in store for. Walking was not on this girls mind but running sure was! But in between sprints I managed to get some great pics of this little cutie! What can I say this little girl will melt you heart with one look!

Have you ever seen eyes this green on a baby! Geez they were almost the same color as the grass that day! Gorgeous!

Oh that face! That's just all you can say when you look at this pic!

I love this pic of Mommy and Vivienne. It was such a sweet little moment when they really forgot the camera was there. And a little side story, they were both watching Daddy coming toward them with a bag full of toys to play with!

This is a great one of Daddy and Vivienne too. I love how she is holding on to his hand and her sweet little grin!

I had a great time with this little family and can't wait to watch this sweet one grow up!

Stacey & Ryan September 2009

I've known Stacey almost all my life (if I told you the actual years I'd have to kill you!). Stacey and Ryan have been together now for 5 years and decided to "tie the knot" in September. They had a quiet ceremony with close friends and family. Here are some of my favorite pics from their day!

I love this pic of Stacey! And for you all of you out there wondering, yes her eyes are really that green. No Photoshop needed on those babies!

This is a great one of Ryan. I was prepared for him to be camera shy like most of my grooms but he really surprised me and made my job very easy!

I actually wore two hats for this wedding: Photographer and Florist! I might have a second career if this photography thing doesn't work out!

Love their rings and there is something so nice about a masculine hand holding these delicate little treasures.

Congrats you guys! See you soon!

Columbus Bride Fall/Winter 2009 Interview!

I'm so excited the new Fall/Winter 2009 Columbus Bride came out this week and quotes from my interview by Joel Oliphint are featured in two articles that he wrote for this issue! Be sure to check out my advice (and snappy sense of humor!) in article "Love Story" and "Love is All You Need"!

Angela & Derrick Engagement Session

I first met Angela and Derrick in May when they were looking for a photographer to shoot their upcoming November wedding.  We hit it off right away and I got the pleasure of shooting their engagement session and can't wait to shoot "the big day" soon!  Angela and Derrick love the idea of taking photos from the engagement session and using them to create a guest book.  I thought the idea was great too and can't wait to start designing their book!  Below are some pics from our session!

I'm in love with this pic of Angela!  I totally captured them both in a moment of genuine laughter which is something that this relationship is full of!

It wouldn't be an engagement shoot without a picture of the ring!  Angela had just got this special setting the day before our shoot and it really is so elegant.  Beautiful choice!

We had such a fun time shooting this couple and we can't wait till November.  I have no doubts that it will be a day full of laughter and love!  Congrats guys, see you soon!

Jon & Paul

July has been a fun month for us shooting some great little people!  Here are some of my favorite pics of Jon & Paul that I shot over the 4th of July holiday in Maryland.

Paul always seems to be deep in thought and I love this little quiet moment that he was having.

Jon always seems to have a little grin just starting to peak through that makes you think he's up to something!

Nothing says 4th of July like a face full of baked-beans.  I really love Jon in the background peaking around his brother to make sure he's in the shot too!

Paul has had a knack for looking into my camera since I started photographing him as a newborn.  I love this pic and those chubby cheeks!

This is one of my favorite pics of Jon.  I love love love that dreamy look in his eyes and that sweet peaceful face!

Such good babies and fun times.  They have to be the cutest little guys I know but I am a little biased being their Aunt Jul-Jul!

The Smith Family Session

We had a great time last weekend in Lancaster shooting The Smith Family. Little Sammy and Annie were adorable and such happy little kids. Our setting was amazing as well on a beautiful farm with rolling hills, a lake and lots of cool little spots to capture some sweet moments. Here are few of my favorite pics from this day!

This is one of my favorite pics ever. Ms. Annie and her new baby brother Sammy. I don't know if two kids could be any cuter!

Little Sammy was all smiles right off the bat. It was nice to photograph such a happy little guy. I think its impossible to look at this face and not smile!

Ms. Annie was a ball of fun! I like to think of this picture as her personal revolution against the cheesy Department Store Portrait Pose I tried to put her in!

I caught this one in a quiet moment on the lake after Ms. Annie and I had several "races" to the boat house. She looks cool, calm and collected...myself on the other was another story! Oh to be 2 again!

What a fun day with this great family!

Columbus Bride Interview!

I was interviewed by Columbus Bride for their upcoming Fall/Winter 2009 article about wedding photographers. Hopefully my advice will end up in the article! I'm very excited!

Rain Drop Lunch Break

I just couldn't resist putting up this picture I took today at lunch.  Amazing what a little rain can inspire!

Baby Boy Tyson Riley

A big congratulations goes out to Kelly and Ryan on the birth of their first child Tyson Riley, born March 25th, 2009!

Columbus Bride Issue Spring/Summer 2009

Be sure to check out the latest issue of Columbus Bride, Spring/Summer 2009.  We have several pictures featured on pages 49, 145, and 195!  Congratulations to the lovely couples that made the cut!  You all look fantastic!

Trevin & Shawn November 2008

Trevin and Shawn are huge OSU football fans!  They actually scheduled their wedding to be on the one Saturday in November when the Buckeye's were not playing.  We had the pleasure of shooting their wedding at the OSU Faculty Club.

Trevin had told me when we met that she wanted a picture of her gown hanging.  I thought this was a great shot in her room at the Blackwell.  Her gown literally glowed in front of this amazing window.

And Trevin glowed too as she was getting her hair and makeup done for the big day!

The ceremony, again in front of an amazing window that just lit up their vows!

Shawn was great to photograph.  Here we captured him in a "G Q" moment that was great!

The adorable couple in front of OSU stadium

We actually got about 5 minutes on the field after Shawn talked to the man at the gate.  It was so exciting for this couple (and us) to get their wedding day photos in the stadium!

The first dance.  I love this little close up of their hands together.  Such a sweet moment.

Congratulations Trevin & Shawn!