Having worked as a professional photographer for the past 12 years, I have been incredibly fortunate to capture amazing images both on assignment and on personal projects throughout the U.S. and many other countries. Photographing weddings has become a true joy of mine as it allows me to tell the story of one of life’s best days: the love, excitement, energy, emotion and pure happiness of a couple on their wedding day!

I studied journalism with an emphasis in photojournalism at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. After graduation I worked for a variety of organizations and publications including a commercial photography studio in Atlanta, as the staff photographer for the Fulton County Daily Report, a freelancer for the Australian Associated Press and continuing freelance work for various publications.

When not shooting a wedding or working on other photo assignments, you will definitely find me out hiking or camping or generally finding any excuse to be outside! I love taking fun classes and have done everything from Vietnamese and Spanish courses to pottery, horseback riding, knitting, ballet, belly dancing, yoga, oil painting…and the list goes on!

January 20, 2012

KRISTI & JAY–COUNTRY CLUB OF THE SOUTH WEDDING

I am so excited to share the first wedding of 2012 and this is definitely a treat! Kristi and Jay celebrated their wedding at the First Baptist Church of Duluth in what turned out to be a gorgeous day in January! Needless to say we were all so thankful to have mostly sunny skies and temps in the 60’s (which is definitely a bonus for January)–which allowed us to do such beautiful photos outside at both their church and the historic downtown Duluth area. After their wonderful wedding ceremony they celebrated their reception at the County Club of the South with a fantastic feast and great dancing!

The best thing about this wedding of course is Kristi and Jay–two people who are incredibly kind and warm and the type of people who feel like old friends the minute you meet them. I cannot say enough about how much I have enjoyed getting to know them in the past few months and I how honored I am to have been a part of their beautiful celebration!

Ceremony: First Baptist Church Duluth

Reception: Country Club of the South

Hair/Makeup: Rachael Hoch–Face of Makeup

Floral Design: Everything and More

Entertainment: Black Tie Events Gorgeous light with a gorgeous couple!Absolutely stunning!!Many thanks to my second shooter Jennifer Boxley for this great shot of Jay!Let’s just say the adorable flower girl Mia nearly stole the show with her super cuteness!Always one of the best parts of the ceremony–the moment right before father and daughter walk down the aisle!Meanwhile during the ceremony–Jennifer caught this shot of the ring bearer hanging out!Can’t pick a favorite–but I adore this photo!All of the beautiful table decor was put together by Kristi, her mom and a family friend! The amazing cake was made by her grandmother!