Kali & Caleb

A few weeks ago, in the cool pines of Munds Park, I got to be a part of a super special day for some friends of mine.  Kali & Caleb were high school seniors during my first year as a senior high leader, and believe it or not, they have been together for 10 years.  Yep…since they were kiddos.  Man I’m starting to feel old

Anyhow, it was BEAUTIFUL!

The sweet note Caleb wrote to Kali.  Yes…we all read it

I love jumping pictures!  Check out the groom meditating

Gotta show off my niece & nephew (they were in the wedding):

I LOVE the trees!

Here are the bride & groom’s families performing a dance I choreographed for them especially for their reception.  Photographer by day, choreographer by night  It was a HIT!

SUCH a beautiful day.  Thanks for wanting me to be a part of it!

See the slideshow:

Kali & Caleb

 

 

Char & Steve

Char & Steve are self-proclaimed hippies - I believe this description is fitting  These two have the most beautiful hearts and it was such a joy to be a part of their big day.  

They got married in their back yard.  Honest…this is their back yard!

The BEAUTIFUL cake

They were both pretty teary throughout the ceremony:

Across the street to the mountain preserve…

Char was such a sport, climbing up the mountain and in between the cacti in her dress!

We borrowed Pastor Jeff’s bike for a bit

Congratulations you guys, and thanks for letting me be a part of this very special day!

Check out the slideshow:

Char & Steve

 

Baby Emolyn

Baby Emy was due to arrive in early April. In mid February, after a violently sick pregnancy, Emy’s mom (my good friend) Nicole was told she had to have a C-section, and she had to have it right away. All of her family and a bunch of us friends came to the hospital to be with her and her husband Shawn, and when they finally wheeled Nicole away we were so afraid. Nicole was told not to expect to hear any of the normal crying or baby sounds when they brought the baby out because she probably wouldn’t be breathing.

Not too long after, Emy emerged: 2.5 pounds, crying, breathing on her own, and passing ALL of her reflex tests. The moment they wheeled her past the waiting room and our group of 15 literally ran at full speed down the hallway to get a look at her is one of the most joyful and wonderful moments I’ve ever experienced.

Almost 3.5 months and I think 4 pounds later, she is healthy and beautiful! I took these when she was about 2 months old:

Look at those big blue eyes!

I like to imagine what she might be thinking when making this face

Or this one…

Is it wrong that I love the screaming pictures?

We’re loving watching you grow Emy girl You are a miracle!

Watch the slideshow: Baby Emolyn

Laura & Ben: The Wedding

You’ve seen the engagement pictures of my friends Laura & Ben, and now here’s the wedding! What a BEAUTIFUL and joyful day this was!! I always say that I’ve got the best job in a wedding because I get a front row seat for all of the most special and important moments in the biggest day of someone’s life. It’s even better when the bride and groom are two people you love and have had the privilege of doing life with. Here they are:

Their first meeting…

How many brides have you known that would be excited to run and jump in their gown

What a great first kiss!!

It was such a privilege & joy to spend this day with you, Ben & Laura. I love you guys!

Here’s the slideshow:

Ben & Laura

Brittney

I am keeping super busy with senior pictures! Here is another one of my beautiful girls from my small group at church. I have watched Brittney grow since she was in sixth grade and couldn’t be more proud of the woman she is becoming.

Here she is!

I love you Brit! Can’t wait to see what God’s got for you in the upcoming years!

Check out the slideshow: Brittney

Claire

So I’m pretty sure we’ve got some of the most beautiful girls ever in our Senior High group at church. Claire is one I’ve gotten to hang out with since she was a 6th grader, and now she’s graduating! I can’t believe how I’ve seen her grow these many years.

Here’s her beautiful smiling face:

I’m so very proud of you Claire!

Check out the slideshow: Claire

Domenique

My husband David & I are Senior High leaders at our church, so I end up getting to photograph a lot of our kids for their senior pictures. Domenique is one of my sweet girls. She is totally beautiful, inside and out, and I love getting to spend time with her.

Check her out:

Check out the slideshow: Domenique

Shad & Shari

A couple of weekends ago, amidst the orange blossoms at the amazingly beautiful Royal Palms Resort, I had the priviledge of capturing Shad & Shari’s big day.  It was fragrant, beautiful, classic, & so very unique.  Not to mention, Shad & Shari are two of the nicest people I’ve ever met! 

Here are some highlights:

I LOVED Shari’s dress!

There were very few moments when Shari wasn’t laughing

All of the kiddos wanted to be with Shari - they couldn’t take their eyes off of her!

I’m sure you’ll see these new basket hats in stores next fall

In sticking with the orange blossom theme, this cake had a hint of orange flavor - so yummy!

Shad & Shari - you two are wonderful and your wedding day was so classically beautiful.  Thank you for letting me be a part of it!

Check out the slideshow:  Shad & Shari

Ben & Laura

Fifteen days and counting, right guys?!

My friends Ben & Laura are getting married in just a couple of weeks, and we finally got out for their engagement photos! Here are some fun ones:

Ahhhh…

Nothing more romantic than taking pictures in the middle of the street in rush hour

Can’t WAIT for the big day, my friends!

Check out their slideshow: Laura & Ben Engagement

Cee Cee’s on the Corner

I LOVE downtown Glendale! I spend a lot of time there photographing kids and high school seniors, and Cee Cee, from Cee Cee’s on the Corner, is nice enough to let me take over her staircase for many of those pictures. She serves, fresh, home-made Mexican food that is super tasty! The service is great and the menu very reasonably priced.

Check out her adorable restaurant:

Next time you’re in downtown Glendale or just in the mood for some yummy enchiladas, check out Cee Cee’s on the Corner!

7123 N 58th Ave

Glendale, AZ 85301

623-847-0086