Holey smokes, where did 2017 go?! This year seems to have gone by in a flash! As this year is quickly winding down, I’m sitting in my home thinking about how truly great this year was. It’s easy to get swept away in the troubles of the world but taking a moment to be thankful for personal accomplishments makes everything else not seen quite as bad! All I can say (...)
Holey moley, the moment you have been waiting for just happened! The second your man dropped to one knee a whirlwind of visions about your future rushed by. After the initial shock has worn off the checklists of things to get done seems to be never ending! Breathe girl, breathe! It doesn’t all need to be done right away but here are 5 things to do after you get engaged (...)
Hi ya’ll! Many of you have asked how to take backlit photos. Knowing the right metering mode and getting the right exposure for a backlit image can totally be tricky so knowing the best metering mode is so so important! Your dSLR has 5 different metering modes available for you (Auto, Manual, Aperture priority, Shutter Priority, and Program.) When I’m shooting (especially backlit subjects) I love to have total control (...)
It was Christmas Eve 1989 in a small Alabama town. It was so cold outside we could see our breath in the air. My big brother, Jerry, little sister Joyce, and I were playing outside in the yard for as long as possible because there was tension between my parents in the house. Little did I know this would be my favorite Christmas ever!
You see, my parents were upset (...)
Sticking to a workout routine during the year can be difficult. Heck, during the holidays having any sort workout routine can feel dang near impossible! Once you get home for the holidays do you feel singled out and slightly guilty for taking time for yourself to take a jog around the old neighborhood? Ya’ll are not alone! Going home is such a special time and I know I need to (...)
Calling all gentlemen out here, this one is for you! ( We live in a modern world so ladies this doesn’t exclude you!) You’ve found the perfect girl and picked out the perfect ring, now you are planning the perfect proposal. You feel like your proposal should measure up to Patrick Dempsey proposing to Reese Witherspoon in a Tiffany’s store in Sweet Home Alabama (guys, I know you’ve seen this (...)
Good morning! Have you rolled over, hit the snooze button a few times but are still reluctant to pull yourself out of bed and now you’ve probably already started scrolling through Instagram. Some mornings do you notice there was an epic sunrise that you slept through but a few of your friends or a photographer you're totally obsessed with managed to capture the morning light beautifully?! If you’ve ever wondered (...)
Hey Ya'll I don't know about you but the Holidays pull on my heart strings in a big way. This time of the year when things start to slow down and my focus shifts towards family and the magic of Christmas I get this feeling down deep in my tummy reminding me that thier are so many people that need our help. Ya’ll, it’s so heartbreaking because I know what (...)
Wedding planning is extremely exciting but can be quite stressful to cover each and every little detail! When it comes time to shop for your wedding dress you may assume it’s as easy as walking into Macys and strolling around with your ladies for a few hours. Easy peasy, right? Once you step foot into that chic bridal shop you’re going to be asked a slew of questions. The most (...)
Hey ya'll!! As photographers, we have our camera bag essentials. We know not to leave the house or studio with out our camera, our lenses, memory cards, and extra batteries. Well, hopefully we remember to pack all of the essentials but things happen from time to time! Those items are extremely important for obvious reasons but did you pack the extras? Once you step foot on set or arrive to (...)
