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The first time I met Amy was in a Starbucks with her sweet mom. I knew instantly I liked her. She was so polite and simply southern, or so she seemed. She later told John and I that she’s actually from North Carolina, but she fits in beautifully down here in Tennessee. Amy told us that her fiance, Greg, lived out in Covington, so I of course pictured lots of farm land, and that’s about it. When we drove up to his property, it was was SO much more than I expected.

1st of all, Greg and Amy both invited us in with open arms, and even offered us a drink. They are just as charming as Greg’s amazing house, let me tell you- it is stunning. He basically built the entire thing, from the tree trunk mantel to the rustic looking farm house table, this house had me drooling, but really, I’ve told everyone I know about it. Amy told us that she and Greg have been together for almost two years, and that the first time she ever came over to his place to spend time with him she knew she needed to get to know him better. Greg was so sweet to Amy, he often had to pick her up to carry her from place to place. He did it with a smile each time (it could have been because Amy is TINY and weighs nothing.)

We decided to look around his property, John and I were going to jump in our car and follow them, but Greg said “No, yall ride with us, where we’re going your car won’t make it.” I knew then we were in for a fun adventure. When went over to Greg’s dad’s barn, his dad happened to pull up. He rolled down the window and said “Sometimes, ya just live long enough, you’ve seen everything.” He chimed in with the most perfect, hilarious words!

Amy and Greg are getting married this June, and John and I are SO stoked to be shooting their romantic day. We hope you enjoy these as much as we do!

This tall grass was beautiful, and every outfit Amy and Greg wore complimented each others so nicely!

i.love.this

Greg’s dog General was a crazy happy pup, who kept us all laughing.

How perfect does Amy just fit right into this gorgeous ‘queen’s throne?’ She played the part so well!

Perfection

This rustic white barn is on Greg’s father’s property, next door. I was obsessed.

This is actually the site where Amy and Greg’s reception will be held, it’s darling.

General took Amy’s flower and posed. We all laughed!

Amy is a doll, a doll I tell you.

We had SUCH a blast at this dreamy session! XOXO

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  • April 9, 2013 - 9:23 pm

    Mary Ann Ruff - Hi Kelly,
    These are such great pictures! YOu have captured them so well. It made me tear up! I love how you tell the story both in words and pictures! I look forward to the wedding!ReplyCancel

  • April 10, 2013 - 1:32 pm

    Bri Samuels - These are gorgeous! Can’t wait for our session!ReplyCancel

You may remember Courtney and Will from another extremely colorful session: https://kellyginnphotography.com/courtneywill-a-colorful-powdered-dust-session/

Yes, I had the pleasure of shooting with this fun family again. You can’t keep the Kassners away from a fun colorful spot, and there are  LOTS of those in midtown. We met Courtney and Will around 7:30 on a Saturday morning. The weather was still a little cool, and the sun kept hiding behind clouds, but luckily both Courtney and Will wore bright enough clothes (and that beautiful bright mural) that we didn’t need it anyways.

Midtown Memphis really is such a great place. I’m already planning another engagement session there, everyone loves the new mural, I was thrilled when Courtney said that’s where they’d like to have their 3 year anniversary. Not only are Courtney and Will some of the greatest people you’ll ever meet, they also just announced that they are going to be parents! Baby K will be making his/her arrival later this year. Baby K, I have news for you, if you are half as artistic and beautiful as your mom, and half as knowledgable and funny as your dad, you are going to be one awesome kid, and John and I cannot wait to meet you!

I think it was SUPER important that Courtney and Will had their last anniversary documented before their family grows. (PS. You can barely tell Courtney is even pregnant, other than that natural happy glow she has, she’s a tiny thing isn’t she?) I feel honored to be documenting Courtney’s pregnancy with maternity photos later on this year. Baby K is already so loved by so many.

After we finished their session, Courtney and Will were nice enough to treat John and I to breakfast at the famous Arcade in downtown Memphis. It was delish, and I definitely recommend it to ALL.

C&W/baby K, I hope you enjoy these. Happy 3 year anniversary!

I love Courtney’s foot tattoo, she’s a ‘doodler’ like me

We don’t normally see it from this angle, but I love that his ring is in focus

I loved this fun wall

This Midtown is Memphis marquee light is amazing, I can’t wait to see it at night

Will is ALWAYS making Courtney laugh

Will has been needing a new profile pic, here ya go!

Isn’t she the cutest?

Congrats on all of the wonderful things that are happing in both of your lives! May God continue to bless you!

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Remember Loye & Brian? How could you not, they are a stunning couple. In case your forgot https://kellyginnphotography.com/loyebrian-a-tennessee-ballroom-wedding/

In lieu of Loye’s bridal session she purchased, she decided that more pictures of her and Brian would be a better idea. I’m SO glad she decided to do this day after session, because they turned out great!  What girl doesn’t want to put their wedding dress BACK on and parade around in front of the camera?! Although some of these images look bright and warm, they are deceiving because it was 36 degrees outside, overcast (for the most part) and windy.

Doesn’t Loye look fabulous in her dress? Let me let you in on a secret. Loye is wearing her JEANS under her dress. She’s so fit and slim, her dress just zipped RIGHT up with her jeans on under, which was great because it was BRUTAL out there. Loye and Brian didn’t let that bother them, they were both still so happy and it shows.

Loye & Brian, you’ve been married for almost two months now. My how time flies.

ENJOY!

I loved this.

This is such a whimsical portrait. Loye looks completely swept away

A little behind the scenes action. That’s Loye’s cute scarf keeping Brian’s ears warm!

I love that Loye’s earrings are in focus, like a little hidden treasure

The light decided to come out, I, naturally rushed them over to a golden spot.

so sweet!

love the way he kept looking at her!

would you look at those eyes?

It just wouldn’t be complete without a classic jump pose! You guys are the best!

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As John and I celebrated our 6th Christmas together, (2nd married Christmas) we had LOTS to be thankful for. My whole family was in town: My mom and dad who live here, my little BIG brother Brent, who also lives here, and my sister Jennifer, and brother-in-law Walter, who came in from Durham, NC.

Traditionally we wake up pretty early and rush through our presents because my dad usually has to go to work later in the day. Not this year, my dad actually worked until about 2pm, so we eagerly waited like kindergarteners. Our wide eyed gazes and drooling mouths all waited on the edge of our seats, once my dad came home we were ready to go.

Here’s a little peek of Christmas at the Smith home.

This is my stocking, yes both. The Vera Bradley one is FULL of chap-stick only, my addiction. The red stocking was specially made for my brother, sister and I. My mom fills ALL of our stockings to the top, it’s ALWAYS my favorite part.

Tebow’s favorite day

Nolah, Jennifer and Walter’s dog.

Nolah and Jennifer.

My little BIG brother, Brent

She makes this face…. a lot.

This is always one of my favorite things to watch. Nolah loves to get inside her stocking to open her presents

the aftermath

John LOVED all of his gifts

Tebow didn’t get anything for Christmas……..

It’s safe to say, we LOVE our dog!

my present to my mom and dad! They loved it!

Christmas 2012, Smith, Ginn, and Whitworth style… CHECK!

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