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Joyce+Quentin-Wedding / Memphis

February 25, 2016

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Remember these little love birds?!

Can you believe that they were married almost exactly a year ago?!? And hoooorayyyy for finally having time to blog this gorgeous wedding, better late than never, right?

Despite the gorgeous blooms on the trees reminding us Spring was upon us, it actually SNOWED on Joyce and Quentin’s wedding day. Yes, SNOWED. I sat there wondering how the HECK I was going to be able to convince Joyce to bare the cold with me for portraits, but sweet Joyce needed NO convincing. She is just the best. I actually don’t even remember hearing Joyce complain about the temperature EVER. Like, ever ever. I’m sure she remembers me saying I was cold though, because I’m never NOT cold, take that double negative, grammar freaks!

One of my favorite memories from the day was Joyce and Quentin’s first look. It was so quiet and intimate. The way they love each other really is special. They respect each other and are both so very considerate of each other’s needs. I do remember hearing Quentin ask a few different times if Joyce wanted his jacket. I don’t blame her for not wanting to cover up her gorgeous gown from The Barefoot Bride.

The day ran so smoothly thanks to the very best WED Memphis, which makes a photographer’s job basically effortless! We got to shoot along side our favorites VMWeddings Studio, and gawk at the stunning florals done by none other than Deedra Stone Designs. The Brooks Museum really is a perfect wedding venue, I’d shoot their 1,000 times if I could. And don’t even get me started on Joyce’s makeup…. You already know, Kasey Acuff always delivers!

OK, OK, enough from chatty Cathy! Enjoy reminiscing, #QandLiu. And thank you so much, Joyce and Quentin for giving us the honor to document such a special event! We feel thankful and honored!

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Wesley+Eli-Engaged / Memphis

February 19, 2016

I can only guess that your response to me blogging finally is “OMG, she IS alive.” Haha, yes, I’m alive and finally ready to get caught back up on all of my awesome 2016 couples (and let’s not forget all of the awesome people from 2015 too.)

I wanted to start the year off right with this dynamite couple.

Everyone meet Wesley (girl) and Eli.

I’ll never forget the first inquiry I got from Wesley, I assumed SHE was a HE so her email had me baffled in all kind of ways. She was polite and thorough, so I did what all wedding vendors do, I looked ‘Wesley’ up on Facebook. (Your wedding vendors are lying if they say they don’t creep up on you.) To my surprise, Wesley is a GIRL, a gorgeous, well put together, Kate Spade-esque looking poster child. Then it all clicked.

I was so excited to have them over at our house in Memphis before we moved. She was as prim and proper as I imagined, and there I sat with a messy bun. Or maybe my hair was done and I was wearing yoga pants. Either way, I looked homeless compared to Wesley. But then we all got to talking, and Eli had us in stitches. Now, I’ll admit, I’m proud to tell people her in San Francisco that I’m from the South. I’d say about 90% of our Uber drivers here tell me that I have an accent. Most ask if I’m from Texas, I guess it’s the frequent “yall’s” I refuse to give up. But you haven’t HEARD an accent till you hear Eli talk. It makes me smile, and want to drink sweet tea on a front porch in a mason jar through a straw. (How’s that for descriptive?!)

Together, I’m confident Wesley and Eli could rule the world. I mean, Wesley is TOTALLY first lady material, and I feel I speak for MOST when I say these two are far better options than the alternative. (Let’s reel it back in, Kel. )

Wesley and Eli are getting married this March at their church and having their reception at the beautiful Dixon Gallery + Gardens.

John and I are simply thrilled they’ve allowed us to be a part of such a special time in their lives.

Now, go enjoy the future Mr. and Mrs. President.

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2015 Year in Review

December 21, 2015

This year has been one for the books. We shot more weddings than we ever have, John got his masters in Finance, and we moved across the freaking country WITH a dog.

It dawned on me that I haven’t blogged one single wedding from 2015. In fact, I still have 2014 weddings that need to be blogged. I guess when your first priority is getting the images back to your couples, blogging kind of becomes an afterthought.

2015 was amazing. I feel like we worked harder this year than we ever have. There were times we were so exhausted, we couldn’t even have told you what day it was, but as they say “You can sleep when you’re dead.”

We photographed family sessions, maternity sessions, engagements, live births, weddings, proposals, and so much more. We had cameras in our hands more times than we didn’t, and that lifestyle is A-OK with us. We collect memories, and when we look back at them, we can’t help but feel nostalgic. Also, honored. When you break it down, it’s actually an insane thought. People invite us to spend the most intimate day of their lives with them. They trust us with their memories. They trust us in capturing what they see, and even what they don’t see. And at the end of the night, they hug us and say thank you. They treat us like family and include us in their most special day. We still shake our heads over that concept.

Less talky more walky.

Here is our 2015 year in review [in no particular order]

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Jason+Claire-Downtown Memphis Wedding

November 1, 2015

The first word that comes to mind when I think of Jason and Claire is intentional. Everything about them is intentional. Their relationship with Christ, their love for one another, their passion for their careers, the investment they put into their friendships, and the way they so generously help others, all very intentional. It’s my very favorite quality about them (among many.)

I am writing this blog post exactly one year after Jason and Claire’s wedding day. Better late than never, right?

I remember so much about their precious day, but what stands out in my mind the most profoundly, is how gentle both Jason and Claire are in all that they do. They are both so kind, so considerate, so humble, and so loving. I sound like a broken record when I say this, but John and I felt beyond honored to have been their capturing such sweet memories for these two. You may remember their thoughtful proposal story, here. We knew their whole wedding day would be just as well thought out as the proposal, which goes back to the whole “intentional” thing. They make moments count. Go big or go home, right?

I’m working hard to say less, and show more (in terms of images) so I’ll try to wrap it up here. Jason and Claire, happy anniversary from the Ginns. You are so very loved, and both John and I feel so blessed to call you friends!

Now enjoying seeing #JandCmakeawesome!

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November 4, 2015 - 5:52 pm

Jessie Knox - Dear John and Kelly,

Depending on how you read this email, it may or may not sound a bit creepy. However, I’m nineteen, but I’ve been looking at these amazing photos since I was about sixteen (I love weddings, and I’m training to be a wedding planner). I live in Orange County, California, and I hope to God that you two will photograph my wedding someday. I have absolutely fallen in love with your works. I love the fact that you both seek Jesus in your work and give the glory to Him in every project. Each time I look at your photos I’m a ball of tears, which is good! Thank you both for all that you do! It is truly TRULY beautiful.

Sincerely,
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Katie+Brian-Engaged

September 10, 2015

Meet our soul couple, Brian and Katie.

From the first initial email, Katie had me HOOKED. She mentioned they wanted an intimate wedding ceremony with a few of their closest friends and their family. She mentioned a Kinfolk inspired reception with family style dinner afterwards, and she also mentioned her marriage to Brian was more important to her then her wedding day. Yes, I may have cried a little.

Katie and I have a super similar style, as well as an eye for vintage furniture. Katie is a graphic designer and anything she touches turns to pure gold.

Katie and Brian got married this past April, and I CANNOT wait to share their wedding with you!

We decided to do these engagement photos near the Levitt Shell and Overton Park. I feel like Katie and Brian absolutely rocked these, and played their parts so well. They were dressed to the nines, in fact, both John and I want to trade Katie and Brian’s wardrobe. The weather was a little overcast, but I feel like it worked in their favor, love the mood of these images!

Enjoy!

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