{Sneak Peak: Columbus Area Weddings}

I've shot three weddings since we've last spoken... I can't seem to keep my head above water with editing, our awesome new responsibility with our youth group and my ornery little two year old...
BUT here's a little peak of things to come!

{Bloom}

I don't have a green thumb. Oh how I wish I did, because I really love plants, flowers, etc., but it just isn't the case. I remember my first plant...and it's demise, like it was yesterday.

My dear friend Michele was moving to New Zealand, and asked my to adopt her lovely Jade plant. I kept it in my office at work and it grew and grew and I was so thrilled that I went and bought it a beautiful new planter to live in. And when I drove it home from work, I was in a bit of a hurry... and forgot it in the car. It was a wintery-Ohio night and the poor little thing froze to death, literally.

 Needless to say, I was a bit overwhelmed when we moved into our house, and spring came along ushering in ten (plus) Peony bushes, several rose bushes and countless other beauties. But this spring I was ready for them and excited for the color they bring to our lawn. So, this was the week they finally bloomed... and now they fill our home with a little bit of summer.

{Tim & Ashley: Married}

As Ashley sat in her pajamas in the cabin where they would be married, Tim walked in with the appetizers. She hopped up and hugged him, not a single thought of the 'not seeing your bride/ groom on the wedding day' tradition.

I knew at that moment, this would be the most relaxed, simple wedding I would ever photograph. 

What a blessing with it being my first, that Ashley and Tim were both so gracious and accommodating.

They showered their closest friends and family with attention and a lavish meal...

It was refreshing that their love for each other made for the center of the day!

Tim and Ashley, I smile thinking of your wedding day... A lovely beginning to forever!

May your marriage adventure be as exciting and lovely as you two are!

{boring}

Yeah, I know... the blog has been super boring with only a post here and there lately!
Life has been super busy in our family, and I don't want to miss a second of it! 


Thanks for sticking with me...

Yeah, I know this picture is out of focus... but it seems pretty in character with a yawn *wink*

{Allison & David: Engaged}

{Ainsley: Newborn}

Even though little miss Ainsley had no intentions of going to sleep during our shoot, she was completely content. She literally didn't make a peep. I imagine having two older brothers makes you quite aware of what's going on around you! Lucky me gets to follow this sweet little girl for the next year, so keep your eye out for Ainsley's future shoots!

Enjoy!

{Jan: Professional Headshots}

Jan is a writer. I am not. If I wanted to become a writer, I would contact Jan. I imagine I should have some writing talent before contacting her, but Jan helps aspiring writers realize and reach their goals. Pretty cool, huh? (Check her out here if you'd like to know more.) I was asked to do a shoot of more 'approachable' headshots for her website.  She may be the most un-stuffy business woman I've ever met (Is that a word?)  Either way, we had fun!

Enjoy!

{Senior Portraits}

It's that time again!

If you're a 2012 graduate, looking to book senior pictures, now is the time to do it!

In order to give individual attention to each upcoming senior, I'm limiting my bookings to *TEN* 2012 graduates!

Contact me now to reserve your spot!

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If I'm honest, I will admit that there are times I post things to get a reaction. It may be to 'ruffle feathers' or in hopes to shine a positive light on me or my parenting, etc.

I've been thinking a lot about why I blog. And I think there's a lot of value in blogging.
In my particular case, it helps to showcase my photography so that my clients can see a preview of my work.

However, I believe I have a bit of a platform having a 'business-based' blog. People come to my website for photography, but hopefully will come across a post on Jesus, charity, parenting... things I'm passionate about.  I've been praying about how I can stay true to my motives in blogging, and to not find my worth in the feedback people may leave (or not leave). With all of that in mind, I have decided to disable the 'Comments' section of my blog.

Please know that I still value your communication and if you have a question, concern, or simply want to dialogue, you can communicate via the 'Contact Me' tab.

I am continuing to pray that I post with intention: to provoke thought, creativity, passion, and ultimately reflect the goodness of my Savior.

Shanionie: Etsy Shop

It may seem silly, but I'm SO excited to have one of my photographs featured on a friend's Etsy shop.

My lovely little friend, Shannon, has broken out in the crochet world and is making some darling things. She customizes everything, so head on over and find something you can't live without (send her a message if you need something 'custom'). Check her out here: Shanionie- A Touch of Vintage.

While you're here, I'll sneak you a peak of adorable Hannah modeling the adorable hat! Quite the pair! wink!

**Disclaimer: This shoot was done while babysitting... a fun little shoot in my poorly-lit house!