ENGAGED // ERICA & JORDAN // MORNING GLORY FARMS

I know that I say this a lot, but I truly, from the bottom of my heart mean it when I say that I adore these two. I met Erica earlier this summer by the recommendation of a sweet mutual friend of ours (Brian Schindler, check him out) who used her as a second photographer in the past.

Erica messaged me soon after that and INSTANTLY we hit it off. She's sweet to her core, gentle-hearted and a phenomenal person to have by your side on a wedding day. She truly has a servant's heart and her joy and love for Jesus radiates out of her. I'm sitting here, literally tearing up because I just love this girl so much that I can't even accurately explain how thankful I am to have her consistent positive attitude on my side.

I didn't meet Jordan until the engagement session day but knowing how much Erica loves him, I knew  I couldn't wait to meet him. Again, instantly I knew I liked him. He's kind of quiet but really intentional with what he says. He also has a heart for Jesus and loves Erica so, so much. We all went out to dinner afterwards and talked music and people and life and intentionality.. what a pair, these two are. Power couple of 2014!

Since the beginning, before she was even engaged, Erica told me (in passing) that she wanted me to shoot her wedding. I laughed and shook it off but I somehow always knew we'd work together one day, so when she and Jordan picked me as their wedding photographer, my little heart was so incredibly happy. I truly can't wait to photograph their day next June and watch how they continue to flourish as individuals and grow together as a couple in the years to come.

Ya'll are stuck with me & I love you guys, very much! Thanks for putting up with all of my crazy suggestions in the FREEZING cold. You're troopers.

{Oh, and also - do yourself a favor and go spend some time on Erica's page. She's a photographer and so great at what she does.}

PREVIEW OF THINGS TO COME!

OH MY GOODNESS. Fall is my favorite time of year because it's cozy and snuggly and the light is beautiful (even if it's short lived) but it's also my busiest time of year and so THEREFORE I have a ton of sessions piling up on my plate to edit and share! I just wanted to post a handful of these beautiful faces so you guys an have an idea of what's to come and also prove that I'm working. HARD.

(To all of my lovely people shown below, trust me - I'm dying to finish your sessions and get your stuff to you, just be patient. Love ya'll!)

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ASHLEY&GRAY (DAY AFTER SESSION, MORNING GLORY FARMS)

CAROLINE BRIDALS (CARRIGAN FARMS)

KELLY & JOHN (SESSIONS I & II, MEMPHIS ANNIVERSARY SHOOT)

BERGERON BASH (CAROLINE & SAM DAIRY BARN WEDDING)

ERICA & JORDAN (MORNING GLORY FARM ENGAGEMENT) JESS & JUSTIN (MORNING GLORY FARM WEDDING)

KELLY & JEREMY (AMAZING CHARLESTON WEDDING)

JORDAN&NICK (WE DROVE FROM FLORIDA TO CHARLOTTE FOR A FUN SESSION, SESSION)

LAUREN&KYLE (WILMINGTON MATERNITY SESSION)

ENGAGED // KELLY & JEREMY // DAVIDSON, NORTH CAROLINA

I won't lie. I knew the moment that I first got the inquiry from Kelly & Jeremy, I wanted to book their wedding. She's sassy, hilarious and quirky in all of the good ways. He's kiiiiind of a badass, funny in the quiet sense, and an all around really cool guy.

Most of you know (and those of you who don't, now you do) that I ask each of my prospective bride and grooms to fill out a questionnaire about themselves and their significant other, so we can see if we're a good match stylistically and personality-wise and LET ME JUST TELL YOU. Jeremy filled his out faster than Kelly did! I love that kind of enthusiasm, especially from a groom. Both of their answers had me smiling and once we actually met in person, I just adored hearing about their love story. It's perfect and the progression of their relationship is hilarious and awkward and amazing.

Jeremy is also in a band called Elonzo (linked to their bandcamp, do yourself a favor and go listen!) so the guitar wasn't just a prop. He's actually an awesome guitarist. And Kelly belongs in the 60's.

This is what happens when you have two ridiculously good looking people in love, & beautiful light. We had so much fun shooting these! Cannot WAIT for your wedding in a couple of weeks!

ENGAGED // JENA & JOSH // CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA

To say that I loved working with these guys is an understatement. The minute I met Jena, I knew I wanted to work with her. Actually, no. Scratch that. The minute I got her EMAIL I knew I wanted to work with her.

We had so much fun at Smelly Cat (in NoDa, of course - go try their Coconut Frapp, it's delicious!) and then just walking around that area to find some hidden alleys and beautiful diffused morning light. We found both.

If you can't tell by the abundance of laughs, dreamy little moments and huge smiles, these two are incredible together. I had so much fun shooting these, just laughing and making fun of ourselves. I normally don't post this many of the "same" kind of picture, but their love is absolutely beautiful.

Can't wait for their wedding in a couple of weeks! It's bound to be epic.