Monday, April 21, 2008

Jessica and Spencer's E-Session

It seems like over two months since my last blog entry. Oh wait...that's because it has been. 2008 has been fast and furious...my busiest year EVER! I've had a couple of engagement sessions and weddings that I've been wanting to get posted.

First up are Jessica and Spencer. They don't live in Memphis and weren't able to come in weeks or months before the wedding for an engagement session, so we did a quick one the day before the wedding. We went downtown to bring in a little Memphis flavor and got to work.












Monday, February 11, 2008

Lauren and AJ's E-Session

I first met Lauren and AJ the day of the shoot, having previously only met with Lauren's parents. One of my favorite things about an engagement session is that it lets us get to know each other a little better before the big day.

Lauren and AJ are both graduates of The Memphis College of Art. Anytime I photograph other artists, or other people of the art community in general, I feel an added pressure to do well, but also an added level of freedom to do what I want. We met at the wedding site, the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, and went over some of the wedding details before heading into Overton Park for the engagement session...









Tuesday, February 5, 2008

Jessica and Lloyd's Wedding

I first met Jessica on a referral from Michael Doyle of Lynn Doyle Flowers (thanks Michael!!!). She and Lloyd had been together for 11 years. The level of comfort that they have with each other was evident throughout the wedding day, as things stayed relaxed and fun.

Jessica and Lloyd were married at St. Peter's Catholic Church in downtown Memphis on January 19, 2008. St. Peter's has long been one of my very favorites. The building is spacious and magnificent with lots of interesting details throughout, and the ladies who handle the weddings (Jane and Joanie) are always on top of their game. The reception followed at River Terrace Yacht Club. I want to give special thanks to Ashley for coming along and helping out.
































Thursday, January 24, 2008

Laveda and Nate's E-Session

You never know how the weather in Memphis is going to be from one day to the next, especially in January. Planning an engagement session for this time of year can be a bold move. The day I met Laveda and Nate for their session at Shelby Farms turned out to be one of the best days in weeks.

I arrived early to scout a few spots that were getting the best light, and when Laveda and Nate arrived we got right to work...
























































Wednesday, January 23, 2008

Marion and Frank's Wedding

Sitting still has always been hard for me. I like to be on the move, involved in various projects and such. Thanks to Marion and Frank, I didn't have to wait long to get rolling for 2008.

Marion and Frank were married on January 5, 2008, at Second Presbyterian Church. The reception at the Dixon Gallery and Gardens featured a seated dinner prepared by chef Erling Jensen(www.ejensen.com).




































































































Friday, January 11, 2008

Katie and Spencer's Wedding

After experiencing the wonder and excitement of Christmas, my wife, Kimberly, our two little boys, and I took a few days off to enjoy some family time before gearing up for a HUGE 2008. To close out 2007, I made the drive out Highway 64 to Bolivar, TN, where Katie and Spencer would be married on December 29, 2007.




Katie and Spencer were married at First United Methodist Church in Bolivar. The reception followed at The Columns, also in Bolivar, a Greek Revival home built in 1860. We had perfect weather, and Regis Montgomery (Floral Designs by Regis) did a stellar job as always with the flowers. The entire evening was laced with Scottish themes, including Spencer's tartan vest and tie, bagpipes for the processional and recessional, and the Celtic band "Kula" playing the reception.