N & E are not the kind of kids that you want to sit in front on the camera and make say cheese. They are animated, adventurous — and they love one another. I don’t think my children would do this on their own…

E has the most beautiful long hair! Another reason for this session was to capture the beauty of it. She will be donating much of it to locks for love soon. I adore how her hair is almost the same golden hue as the field. And the sun looks like it is just kissing her here!!!

N did his football pose here. He is a superstar on the football field. Really. Look for him to at least play college ball!

N carried E around for a little while… I loved it!!!

Do you LOVE this??? I want this BIG on my own wall!

I had so much fun with these two. It just seems right to end with a walking away shot. I can’t wait until we meet up again. Looks like we are doing urban next! <3

So, who is Drew?

Drew is your future politician. Really. Look for him in a few years on a Tuesday ballot. He has big dreams, and he has the personality, drive and ambition to conquer these dreams. I was very impresed with him! (And how cute is that bow tie???)

Drew’s girlfriend was as equally beautiful as he was handsome. They look like they were made for one another! I couldn’t stop watching them — they are so cute together!

Loved her look so much that I asked if she would take a couple by herself and she humored me… Don’t you want these boots????

Drew joined her and this is the two of them. Playful, fun, teasing,  and just enjoying each other’s company…

Drew is a well rounded, funny and humble person.

He has played baseball and obviously could be a model…

And not only does he have his girlfriend in his life…

But another lady as well — his Mom! Drew brought his Mom along and I was so happy just being with them. They totally respected each other and had a great relationship. I could tell they were very close and he loves her so much. Look at how he looks at her!!!

Before long we discovered a car show up the road. Drew talked himself into this car. Who lets a teenager into their classic show car? Well, I told you he was a politician…

We finished up at an old warehouse. I have to confess that I fell in love with this as soon as I took it…

And I loved this too!

There were way too many to share here so I am going to finish with another favorite. I hope you have enjoyed seeing these. Don’t forget to leave Drew some love! <3

Narciss and I started out at Zen in downtown Greenville. Zen is the coolest warehouse with all of these lanterns set up and huge windows for natural lighting. I fell in love almost immediately!  Check out the concrete floors! Narciss chose this location for her wedding and the reception was here as well. Very Very pretty venue and gorgeous bride!!!

This is the one that Narciss chose for her Bridal Portrait. Two points if you can tell me what is wrong with this wall…

Remember that natural light? We supplemented with studio flash as well. I love the effects!!!

Isn’t she beautiful? Almost sultry here…

I almost threw this one out but wanted to play with a texture… I love how it turned out!

One of the doors at Zen…

After we played around inside we went outside and walked around. Words cannot describe how much I LOVE this wall…

And the doors — oh the doors!!!

We even played in traffic…

We ended up downtown at the bridge over Falls Park. The day was as beautiful as it was hot — check out that sky! And Narrciss — shouldn’t she model??? Gorgeous!!!

Thanks for reading and if you would like to schedule a session of any kind — photo, senior, Bridal — at this location I would be thrilled to return!!!

Have you ever planned a wedding? If so you know how long it takes to decide on a cake, meet with the bakery, have the tasting, etc… Cupcake Creations stepped right up and agreed to make a small cake for them and cupcakes for their guests. Did I mention this was CHRISTMAS WEEK??? To say the entire timing was a little bit crazy is an understatement… I just had to post a blog about this business because they were so extraordinary during this time!!! You can click on their name above to go to their website and learn about the many flavors they offer and when they serve lunch, yes lunch! They often post specials on their Facebook Page for BLTs or other yummy sandwich combos. You can say a secret word that they give out on their Facebook page and receive a free cupcake! They also do specialty orders for food allergies. As a person who is allergic to nuts I could kiss them for this! Go like them on Facebook and check out the yumminess they made for Randy and Joy below.

If you choose a cupcake theme for your wedding they are very smashable… Congrats to Randy and Joy and GREAT JOB Cupcake Creations on a job well done.

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If Amarylis was nervous at all getting ready I didn’t know it. I only saw excitement and happiness. What a beautiful Bride and a gorgeous day to be married! I absolutely love the motion of the hand reaching for the flowers below. It was a “Let’s go get married!” moment. Amarylis was driven from the room where she got dressed to the back of the Park. From there she hopped out and walked to where her Groom was.

Everything was perfect!

After the wedding was over we walked around the park for a few moments. To say there is a variety of places to take portraits is an understatement! Its a gorgeous area…

After just a little while of pics we headed over to the party! The gorgeous stationary was handmade by Amarylis herself. She had Soby’s on the Side make her cake.  Chocolate. This was also the only detail that Paul insisted on helping out on. It was gorgeous — and delicious! Drake’s outdid themselves on the bouquet. The Lazy Goat provided the perfect atmosphere that was casual yet extremely elegant.

Paul and Amarylis played a game with the wedding guests and made sure that everyone was interacting and having fun. I don’t think anyone wanted to leave when it was time! My husband assisted me at this wedding and we had so much fun that we parked the car and went out walking afterwards. Greenville is gorgeous at night, and there is nothing like a wedding and late night stroll over the Bridge listening to the waterfalls to make your heart happy. Thanks for inviting me to your gorgeous wedding!

We had bright sun, we had no sun, but we had fun!

The family:

This one is my favorite!

We did some husband/wife and children…

Finally, I just have to throw these in. These were not posed. This is just what they do at the pond! Thanks for having me and I look forward to seeing you soon!!!

This is the one she chose to be displayed:

Here are a few of my faves:

Love this Bride, loved the wedding. Chris is a lucky man!