Allison & David

a few years ago I photographed a beautiful high school senior. Her mother chose portraits both in my studio and at their home. It was a fun shoot and the portraits turned out so beautiful! Recently i got the news that Allison had fell in love with a Military Man (Navy Sea Bees) while away at college, and was planning a perfect pink wedding! Her mother said "We absolutely want you to photograph the wedding, theres no one else we would even consider!"  I felt so honored and immediately said Yes of course! Then as the wedding was getting closer, they were afraid the groom David would not be able to return from overseas in time and everyone was in a panic. Fortunately it all worked out and he was and they had a fairy tale wedding Saturday on a mild, but chilly Febuary day. I knew her mother and her have beautiful taste and i knew everything would be picture perfect and i was not dissapointed. Lace, pearls, bling.  But not overly done. Done in a sweet, elegant but fun way. What a beautiful wedding! Look at that sweet Bouqet!  and that dress, and that viel, and that bride...! 

Her dress was like cinderellas. and the pink sash. Swoon!

 Have you ever seen a sweeter Flower Girl in your life? She was barely 2.

and the twin ring bearers, were so fun and silly! 

I could just eat these sweet children up!  It was a chilly day and it made her cheeks turn a sweet pink!

i will post more pictures later.

Oh when i was getting ready to leave, the Brides sweet mama, said "i have something for you." 

She gave me the sweetest plaque that read

"Because Nice Matters."  I got a tear in my eye and a knot in my throat.

the card she gave me read "Not only are you a Master Photographer, but you are a Master Friend!"

Honestly,  i was speechless.

and thats not normal for me.

Thats why I do this because i get to meet the most amazing people and some i get to call friends.

As i drove home past midnight, the hour long drive, i slipped off my shoes and although I had been on my feet for 8.5 hours on concrete running around, the glow in my heart of all the love i witnessed and the love from the bride and her mother was a natural pain killer to my aching feet. I slept like a rock and happy feeling very loved myself.



Shelby & Treston say I do!

Shelby and Treston are a very special couple. I have been photographing Shelby since she was a "tween".  I was so honored when she asked me to be her wedding photographer. She sure found a special man! Treston is the type of guy that any mother would want as a son in law, smart, kind, funny and easy on the eyes to boot!  What a beautiful family and amazing wedding. It was a beautiful wedding. These are all I can post today but I will post more soon. Thank you to the Brocks for hiring me for this most special event.  I still want to cry when i think about the way this groom looks at his bride.  I wish them all the best, they are special people.

Keisha & Jake Say I Do! / Wichita Falls / Texas / Wedding / Photographer / Dixie

OMG. This was a wedding that I prayed would happen someday. This is about a girl who is a strong as a Crocus flower. A girl who came through the snow and ice and bloomed!
Keisha was first a client 7 years ago when she was a Senior. Keisha and her mother had just moved here from Santa Barbara California. They had no family here, just a couple of friends. They moved here to start a new life. They had plenty of hard times. But Keisha always held her head up and smiled. Keisha settled in here and played Volleyball (She was really good too!) Keisha & her mom relied upon God and each other and went through their struggles together.
Let me tell you the story. Because I loved them both so much I actually hired them about 5 years ago. Keisha as my graphic artist and her mother as my office manager. Suddenly i became very interested in shows about cancer, watching Randy Pauschs "Last Lecture" on Oprah and inviting the two of them to watch along with me.
Keisha started experiencing abdominal pains and i encouraged her to go to the Dr., however they had no medical insurance. Keisha had a 3 month old baby girl  (Raylee) and she was attending classes at VRJC.  Things were difficult for them. After testing they discovered Keisha had a rare form of cancer called "Choriocarcinoma".  She had her beautiful long blond hair cut and donated them to "Locks for Love" and immediately went to MD Anderson hospital in Houston for treatment. I bought her a new iPod and loaded it with my favorite Christian songs so she could listen to inspiring music while enduring her treatment. I sent her books on Nutrition for cancer patients and eating well. I bought Brazil nuts and sent them to her. I prayed for this young lady who had barely begun her life to heal and to prosper.
Let me tell you, this young lady prospered! She was healed, Praise the LORD!  Keisha not only was healed, she returned to the area, continued her studies and earned her LVN and recently her RN.
Saturday night she married her long time sweetheart Jake, a high school football coach.  I'm so proud of her, she planned her wedding all herself, and chose such unique and beautiful designs.
I'm so proud of how she persevered during such a difficult time in her life.
Words cant say how proud I am of her. There are many many other things I could talk about here but Ill stop with this. No one should have to endure as much as she has, but she has not only survived, she has THRIVED!  I am proud of her and Praise God for giving her a 2nd chance.
Her mother had moved back to care for Keisha's grandfather in Lake Charles Louisiana, and Keisha has accomplished most of this all on her own.
Now you'll understand why I had a huge knot in my throat most of the night, that i just couldn't swallow away.
God Bless this marriage, Bless this couple and their lives. They deserve it.

Congratulations Keisha & Jake! I wish you guys a Long Happy Marriage and Lives together!

Tony & Kara are Engaged!

California Wedding Workshop with Jessica Claire!

Wow what a wonderful day I had today with a photographer, Jessica Claire whom I've admired for several years now. We photographed Sean and Brianne today in beautiful sunny Orange County California! I have more photos coming soon! I cant wait to share the awesome pics with you! Heres a list of the awesome ladies and vendors that made all this happen today! Photo below is Jessica and I at her home about to eat dinner. (her husband outdid himself with a fabulous Lasagna and all the extras!)



Workshop Instructor: Jessica Claire http://www.jessicaclaire.net/

*Design & Coordination: Joyful Weddings & Events http://www.joyfulweddingsandevents.com/

*Design & Floral Design: JL Designs http://www.jldesignsandevents.com/

*Hair & Makeup: Erica L. Beukelman http://www.1011makeup.com/

*Paper Goods: Posh Paperie http://www.posh-paperie.com/

*Cake & Desserts: Sweet and Saucy Shop http://www.sweetandsaucyshop.com/

*Furniture Rentals: Luxe Event Rentals http://www.luxeeventrentals.com/

*Linens: Wildflower Linen http://www.wildflowerlinens.com/ & Fusion Linens http://www.fusionlinens.com/

*Ceremony Chairs and Placesetting Rentals: Classic Party Rentals http://www.classicpartyrentals.com/

*Veil/Hair pieces: Lo Boheme http://www.loboheme.com/

*Sashes: The Treasured Petal http://www.etsy.com/shop/thetreasuredpetal

& Heart of Light http://www.etsy.com/shop/heartoflight

*Necklaces: RachelleD http://www.etsy.com/shop/RachelleD

*Shoe clips: To the Nines http://www.etsy.com/shop/2the9sshop
& toii http://www.etsy.com/shop/toii

*Bridesmaid Necklaces & Quote Heart: Lisa Leonard http://www.lisaleonardonline.com/

*Ties: Tux and Tulle http://www.etsy.com/shop/tuxandtulle

*Banner, ring pillow & paper penant: Joyful Joyful http://www.etsy.com/shop/joyfuljoyful