Showing posts with label marriage. Show all posts
Showing posts with label marriage. Show all posts

Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Derrick and Sarah

 Okay, so I admit it... I am a little obsessive about black and white photos.  I adore color, and for most "planned" shots that is what I aim for.  However, I love those shots when nobody is really caring that there is a photographer in the area more than anything, and honestly, most of those times those shots look better in black and white.  Why is that?  Because there is something about a black and white photo that tells a story.  (It also helps cover lightening issues for those fellow photographers out there). 
 When I think about stories I can think of no story more amazing than this lady and her new husband.  They are people who are in love with the Lord.  They strive to bring Him glory each day and in everything they do.  I was actually in this wedding (she is one of my most cherished friends), but it was good to have my camera along, and Michael got to play around as well. 
Sarah and I met a few years back at a summer camp we were both working.  We became friends, and I learned so much about the power of the Holy Spirit by watching her relationship with Christ.  When Michael and I got married, I was more than thrilled that she agreed to be a bridesmaid, and I am so blessed to say that I had the honor of her standing next to me.  Not too long after we parted ways, Sarah took a leap of faith moving from her home of seven years in Louisiana to Nashville.  There she began working on a Master's program.  On a mission trip, she met Derrick.  They hit it off big time... I mean what is not to love about her, and he is pretty amazing!  Not too long after they began dating, they were engaged, and now they are married.


Her wedding was perfect in every way!  It was such a beautiful event, and Michael and I felt so welcomed and loved by all of her friends.  The first time Michael met Derrick they sat on the porch and talked for quite awhile.  There were welcome bags for out of town guests with some Louisiana favorites, and you can tell that this couple did everything they could to make the night enjoyable for everyone.  I was most touched by how welcomed we were into her group of friends (whom I have never met).  They were so open and loving to us.  I adored each one of them, and it was obvious to tell that each one of them adored Sarah and was doing their best to try and take care of her.  She was radiant.   



 Before I end this story, I must give a quick shout out to this beautiful woman of God.  She was Sarah's Maid of Honor, and she is definitely worth honor.  I think about Proverbs 31 everytime I think about this wonderful woman.  She took so much time and patience to make sure that everything was perfect.  She is a delight, and she was so amazingly sweet to me.  She was a blessing at a much needed time!


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Friday, September 21, 2012

Kinder Wedding: August 21, 2012

 I love weddings!  There is just something so amazing about getting to watch two people become one.  Every time I go to a wedding, I think I may fall more in love with my own husband.  I feel so blessed that people invite me into their special day.  Dale and Mary are a very special couple.  He is a Navy man, and she is delighted to take on the adventure of being a Navy man's wife. 
 These two knew they wanted to be married, but the product of Navy life is never an easy one.  They planned on a date, but the Navy life held Dale up from coming home.  Again they planned on a date, and yet again Dale was held.  Most people would probably get very frustrated, but by the time their wedding was for sure going to happen, they were so blessed to be getting married there was no frustration in sight!  They seemed just excited about being together!  What a special blessing to witness this union.   





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Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Mark and Kate Wedding: The Details

 Every time I take a step into the photography field, I learn so much about the importance of well... pictures.  Think about a house fire, or maybe you have had one so you know first hand.  We cry over the loss of material possessions, but they can be replaced.  It is the family pictures from long ago or even recently that we dread losing.  Pictures help us to remember the details, the faces, the emotions, and the times in our lives that seem to run by so quickly.  I remember bits and pieces of my wedding day, but it is when I get to look back at the details that brings me to tears of joy.   Sorry for the sappy moment, but people would not be willing to have professional photographers if pictures were not important.





 Recently, I had the chance to second shoot a couple of weddings with my dear friend Katie from KatieO photography.  You should check out her page www.facebook.com/katieOphotography
During the shoot, my dear friend Katie was giving me major pointers on capturing the details of a wedding.  (This is why have a second photographer is also good).  When the day is done it is nice to look back and see exactly what did the table arrangements look like, or what did my Dad's face look like when he first saw me in my dress?  Details are important.  You have spent so much money and time making every little detail stand out and look like your personality. It is important to remember those and have them available to share with friends. 




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Sunday, July 29, 2012

Rachel and Micah





How beautiful is the love between two people?  I am so amazed by how God brings two people together and gives them the grace to continue to love no matter the circumstances.  I attended a photography workshop this past Saturday, and for a portion of the workshop we were able to shoot these two people.  I am blessed to have had this chance.  Rachel and Micah attended the college that I also attended, and that is how I was first introduced.  It was nice to see them again, and of course they were easy to work with because they were such a beautiful couple!