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...

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).

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.

Something New

There’s nothing like starting a new year with something, well...new. Big props to LeeAnn Christopherson(http://www.designtakeout.com/) and Jen Forsyth(http://www.gotthemots.com/) for all of their hard work on the new site. You guys are the best!

With that, I’d like to welcome you to the all new J. Herndon Photography blog. It’s like a personal journal for my life behind the lens, as well as an information source for past, present, and future clients. I will post a few photos from every wedding I shoot, photos from various other assignments and personal projects, as well as a few general announcements. New posts will be added at least once a week. Thanks for visiting!

-J.