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Oh this engagement session is still giving me goose bumps! So so beautiful on so many different levels. Beautiful weather, beautiful lake, beautiful boat, and beautiful couple! How They Met It was senior year of college for Chelsea as she walked through the bar making sure everything was in check and running smoothly. Noah walked […]

This wedding was such a fun and sweet way to bring in the Spring season. It was a noon ceremony with lovely pink accents in a gorgeous chapel, filled with some of the sweetest, most laidback people you’ll ever meet. Hayden and Blake met in 2017 through mutual friends. Blake immediately felt a connection to […]

“They’re perfect for each other”, “They were made for each other”, “They bring out the best in each other”. These were just a few of the phrases constantly repeated during the toasts at their Live Wire reception in Downtown Athens. Laughter and “awes” echoed through the crowded brick room as each guest got a glimpse […]

It was cold… like really cold. It was supposed to snow! If you’re from Georgia you’ll understand why 35 degree weather is a BIG deal. If you’re not from Georgia, and you’re wondering why its a big deal, the main reason is that we aren used to it! Its laughable really, but if we even […]

“Alright, Logan. You can turn around!”, I said as we watched him turn towards his bride for their first look. I had talked with Logan a couple times once we arrived to the venue. He was trying to keep himself busy, but nothing could hide the anticipation he felt as he waited for the moment […]

Sniffles and quiet amens could be heard echoing through the tall arched ceilings in the stained glass church, as she read her vows to them. So carefully thought out, including every honest detail and desire she could express to them. The boys listened with obvious love and admiration as Amanda promised to love them and […]

It was cocktail hour, and the clouds began to gather off to the right of us. I began to grow anxious as what was supposed to be a clear day started looking more and more concerning. It was after the ceremony, but we still had plans for more photos during sunset. Then I saw it. […]

Another amazing wedding at Beautiful Beginnings! The sun was high, the sky was clear. It was the perfect beginning for a perfect day. I feel like too many of my blogs have started out this way this year, but sadly there have been sooo many brides affected my throws of COVID. Dawn and Stephen’s wedding […]

Emily reached out to me about the possibility of doing engagement photos while her and Daniel were still in Athens. They are quickly preparing for their February wedding which will be at, get this, Disney!! I was like “PLEASE TAKE ME WITH YOU!!”, but sadly Disney is very strict and picky… Alas, I was still […]

Engagement sessions are near and dear to me. The main reason is that they allow a perfect time to get to know my couples in person, and to help my Bides and Grooms learn what to expect from me on their wedding day. Theres always laughter and story telling. They really are one of my […]