Wedding: Eugenia.Chris

Eugenia and Chris were married in Auburn in an intimate family ceremony. Here we have the beautiful bride and her daughter pre-ceremony. Not only is her daughter every bit as gorgeous as mom - but she is the most polite, well-spoken, mature pre-teen I have EVER met. Eugenia, you've done a wonderful job!









After the ceremony, Eugenia, Chris and I went over to campus for a few newleywed pictures.











The reception was at Arricia in a private dining room. Warm and intimate, it was the perfect way for this couple to celebrate with their family and closest friends.





The details were absolutely beautiful. Take a look:



The award for Best Best-Man Toast Ever goes to this wedding. There were tears running down my cheeks by the time it was over. Beautiful, heartfelt, genuine.





Chris and Eugenia, thank you so much for opening your lives to me on your wedding day. I wish you two a life filled with many many years of laughter and love!

Graduate: Amanda

I had the pleasure of having Amanda in a couple of my dance classes last year, and I was absolutely thrilled when she asked me about having portraits made in the Heritage dress she wore for graduation.



These were the first shots of the day...and I'm pretty sure they're my favorites.





This one is my favorite of the three:



I told Amanda that I think she should wear this as her wedding dress. Rework the straps a little bit, and voila! Unique, elegant, timeless.





Check the gorgeous details of the dress:







When I asked Amanda to sit down she said, "Oh, my nasty feet!" Yes...exactly... :)











Last shot of the day. High School is over! HOORAY!!!



Amanda - it's been wonderful getting to know you this last year. I know you're gonna have a blast at college - just don't forget to come visit the studio when you're in town!

Wedding: Claire.Andrew

Claire and Andrew's big day started at the Salon for the girls to get their hair done. I tried to convince Claire just to wear her hair like this. I'm not sure why she didn't take my advice. ;)



Claire and Andrew did not see each other before the wedding, so we did some fun photos that had both of them in it, but where they couldn't see each other.



Claire wore her aunt's veil.



I mean really, is it not the most gorgeous thing you've ever seen?





Right before the ceremony, Claire got a little worried wether or not her soon to be father-in-law had the rings. Her bridesmaids were assuring her that he had them, but her nerves were still working overtime...so I ran down real quick to where the guys were, and grabbed this shot. I came back and showed it to her for a little dose of reassurance.



One last quick kiss from mom before the ceremony...



And here they are - the new Mr. & Mrs.!



The wedding party -



A vintage car took the newleyweds from the ceremony to the reception.







All you Roll Tide fans out there will love this Groom's Cake:



Now, in my opinion, you just simply cannot beat a good candid. That said,
"smile and say cheese" photos can be pretty great too. :) So to all you wedding guests out there - if a photographer asks for your picture, give a huge grin! And never hesitate to ask the photographer to take a picture of you and the people you're with.



I've had some great dance floors this season, and this one is definitely among the top of the list!







Claire and Andrew left to Alabama shakers. As an added bonus, the shakers had confetti in them. Love!



The couple stopped for a "Roooooooooooooooooooooolllll Tide!" cheer on their way to the getaway car.



The moms jockey for position; one last kiss goodbye.



Andrew & Claire, thank you so much for having me there on your wedding day. It was a pleasure and joy to capture the memories for you!