Jerome's senior session

Jerome's senior session

Ok, it has been a long time since I have done a senior session and ... this might be one of my favorites. Jerome has to be one of the nicest guys I have ever met. He graduated this month (CONGRATULATIONS!) and when he was ready to do his senior photos, his mom called me immediately! I was so flattered. While there were a lot more photos that I loved, I always post my favorites (I know, my blog, my rules :) )

Here are a few from our time together ...

we started in the studio ...

I totally love the light in this next one ...

And I just had to post this one because his mom saw it in my camera and loved it ...

Sorry, but I had to put this one up. He loved this wristband that he bought and even though it isn't his mom's favorite, it is a part of who he is and I incorporated it.

Here he is looking quite dashing ...

Love the smirk - ha!

this next one ... just a great capture. It had everything working for it at just the right moment.

and here are our 'power line' shots ... as soon as I saw them, I said ... Jerome we HAVE to.

Our reflection shot ...

His smile and laugh in this one is fabulous ...

and probably my favorite from the whole day ... as many of you know, I like to get close - and Jerome didn't seem to mind me at all ...

Jerome, I enjoyed working with you immensely and wish you the best at college and in life.

Claire's 1 yr

Claire's 1 yr photo shoot

My friend brought her little one over last week for her 1 yr pictures. I can't believe how big she has gotten .. and she's just the cutest thing!! We had a great session and I wanted to share a couple of her pics.

This one is an 'outtake'. I wanted to do a couple of photos on this barstool, but Claire wouldn't stay still ... so this is the only good one I got. We were afraid she was going to fall off. So, we ditched the idea and headed outside :)

Claire, thanks for having mom bring you over. I had so much fun with you! Hope you had a great first year!

Laura and Matt's wedding

Laura and Matt's wedding

I started out at the bride's parent's home to photograph the girls getting ready. I have to say that Laura's family is absolutely wonderful - so warm and welcoming. I really enjoyed my time with all of them.

Here are a few shots from their day ...

the gorgeous dress ...

and a little detail ...

the shoes ...

I like this shot of the girls all in a circle hanging out ...

the girls dresses were so unique ... literally each one had a slightly different style ...

the rings ...

One of the bridesmaid's had a birthday!

so, they did cupcakes for her - I love it! Apparently they were the best cupcakes ever!!

Laura getting her makeup on ...

and checking out the work ...

the girls getting ready in the back room ...

and preparing to put the dress on Laura!

I liked the light flare in this one from the sun coming in the window ...

Laura had LOADS of help!

I just want Matt to know the pain Laura went through to be PERFECT for him (those veils hurt!)

Barb worked with me and covered the guys while I was busy with the girls. Here are a few of her shots ...

Matt's shoes ...

figuring out the ties ...

and the success was followed with a celebratory beer :)

Matt got a wedding gift of a ticket to the Ryder Cup!!!

And I'm pretty sure these guys were all waiting to steal it the moment Matt set it down!

I think the headband adds a nice touch ...

Love this shot of Laura getting into the limo ...

And getting out to see Matt for the first time!

Barb got this great shot of Matt's expression ... and just in case you need sound effects ... he was saying Ooooh! and Wow!

and got a big kiss for being so darned cute!

Love the old time feel of this black and white photo ...

Laura's bouquet was beautiful ...

the guys had these fabulous gray tuxedos. I totally digged them!

the church ...

I liked the look of the girls bouquets waiting in a row for them to walk down the aisle ...

Matt seeing his bride coming down the aisle ... I think he managed to hold back the tear that is welling up in his eye ...

and Laura and her dad coming down to meet Matt.

You'll have to watch the slideshow at the bottom of this post for more ceremony shots ... I can't put them all up here

but I loved the kiss! Matt went for broke!

the happy couple ... just married!

and coming out of the church ...

Their reception was at the Grand in Covington ... we were well guarded that night ...

a first dance shot ...

and the dip :)

an overall shot during dinner ...

the cake ... their monogram was EVERYWHERE!

This shot makes me laugh - right after they cut the cake ... Matt had to lick the knife (a kid at heart)!!

a few speeches ...

first was Matt's brother ...

Laura's sister ...

and Maid of Honor #2 ...

A dance with her father ...

a dance with his mother ...

and a few quick 'fun dance shots' to end our photo post ..

Sorry, Gail, I had to ...

but just to even things up ... I got Matt's dad too ;)

Laura and Matt, congratulations on a beautiful wedding! I wish you both a lifetime of happiness!

I enjoyed every minute of your big day!!!

A huge thank you to Barb who helped out in a big way and got some great shots for the couple!

SLIDESHOW