Bryan & Rachel Get [Engaged]!

I met Rachel at Life Pacific College during my short stint in California.  Neither one of us quite remember how we met, but we hit it off and were pretty much inseparable after she got me hooked on Friends.  3 years after graduation she has Bryan.  I was so privileged and honored to be asked to shoot their wedding in October, as well as their engagement session while I was in Kansas City last month.  Check out the picture Rachel painted for their wedding!  Hold on tight ya'll... this session was rockin' and the light was amazing!

And my favorites!

Kirk & Lisa Get [Married]!

Kirk & Lisa are an amazing couple.  They keep each other balanced, and bring out the best in each other.  I don't think I've met a couple that's more even keeled than these two.  Lisa and Kirk met at NC State and planned their wedding in Lisa's hometown (Charlotte) from Raleigh!  I love working with out of town couple's and making their day amazing!

Lastly, Lisa and Kirk's day couldn't have been possible without the wonderful help of Dawn Roof!

Hair & Makeup: Kymm McLean from Who's the Fairest
Ceremony & Reception: Ashbury Park Grove
Cake: Mary Ann Blade
Flowers: Party Blooms
Lisa's Dress:  Maggie Sotterro from Dar-Lynn's
Bridesmaids: Bill Levkoff
Tux: Men's Warehouse
DJ: Jill Philips from All the Right Grooves

And my favorites...

Cayleb and Jayden Get [Together] Session

Cayleb and Jayden were 12 day old identical twin boys when I had the opportunity to shoot their first few days in the world.  There was nothing fancy about this session, not many props, not many pictures... but so much love.  Megan (their Mom) is a true inspiration... a single mom, working hard, and pouring her heart, soul and life into making these boys lives amazing.  Their life is already amazing because they have her as their Mom.  Megan is just one of those people that brings light wherever she goes... I can't help but hug her and smile every time I get the chance to see her.  Thank you for letting me share these special moments with you, girl.  You're doing an amazing job... keep it up.

And my favorite...

Ashley & Dallin Get [Married]!

Ashley & Dallin were one of those couple's that signed before they had a date... or a venue... or a city.  We kept emailing each other back and forth updating available dates, places, and locations.  It was February when I got the email saying, "We landed on a date and place, are you open?"  I would have moved heaven and earth to shoot this wedding, and the sunrise session that followed.  Hope you enjoy!

Dresses - David's Bridal

Tux's - Men's Warehouse
Cake - Cakes by the Sea
Flowers - Simply Unique Flowers & Gifts
Ceremony & Reception - Brunswick Plantation

And some amazing shots from our Just Us & next day Sunrise Session....

 And my favorite!!!!