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When Caitlyn and Zach contacted me about shooting their wedding, I was giddy. I didn’t know either of them, but through all of the many emails/ text I felt like I did. When Caitlyn mentioned Herb Parsons Lake as a location for her engagements, I was thrilled for two reasons:

1. because I had never even heard of it, and I totally geek out over new locations

2. because Caitlyn had informed me earlier that this is where Zach proposed to her a few short months ago (you know how I am about revisiting special places)

We decided on an early morning session, I’m talking like 7am because we wanted the etherial fog with the soft morning light. However, when we arrived it was still dark. Ha, we tried to be so prepared and it was just a little too dark for our taste. Luckily we had time to talk to Caitlyn and Zach, and really got to know them. I had seen one picture of Caitlyn and Zach near a tree, and he was down on one knee so I assumed the tree was close by, little did I know it wasn’t BUT it was TOTALLY worth it. We got to hear the entire proposal story as we walked to ‘the tree’. I’m all about a good story, so I was all ears. After we visited their sweet spot, we decided to head out on the lake, which I loved. I was a little nervous because my wobbly self was actually in the boat with them, but they were great and extremely comfortable with me as they snuggled close in the tiny little boat. Caitlyn, like me has a love for little tiny vintage treasures. I LOVED that about her. Caitlyn, and her sister Jessica are quite the little artists. They both make some pretty sweet stuff, you’ll see what I’m talking about.

Zach was so sweet to Caitlyn the entire time. He told us about his large family that lives in Florida, where he’s from. John and I kept calling him Ted Mosby, because he was SO nice and hilarious. Caitlyn kept giggling at his jokes, they were so natural together and I CANNOT wait to document their big day in May.

Caitlyn and Zach, we hope you enjoy these!

I love the movement in the picture, she giggled the entire time.

How sweet is it that Zach carved “will you marry me” in the tree. That’s a total Ted Mosby move, I love it.

Tears.

such beautiful subjects.

quite possibly my favorite

you don’t even understand how excited I was that Caitlyn too, has a love for vintage lanterns!

before we were finished I asked C&Z if I got everything they were wanting, Caitlyn said ‘yes!’ and Zach said ‘I can think of one’, swooped her right off of her feet before she even had time to think! I LOVE that.

C&Z I cannot WAIT to capture all of your wonderful memories in May, congrats you two!

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I’ve been SO eager to post Loye and Brian’s ballroom wedding. As I wrap up my degree in art, I’ve become seriously attached to these photos. Every free second I got I would get in a my hypothetical corner and edit, edit, edit- I think about them all the time, they even haunt me a little (in a beautiful way) in my sleep. Needless to say, the time has come to share!

I met Loye four years ago on bid day at the University of Memphis. She and one of her maid of honors, Claire, were immediately everyone’s favorite, with good reason. They’re both all kinds of amazing. Little did I know what good friends we would become. When Loye contacted me about shooting her wedding, I had no words, only smiles. I remember the first time I saw a photograph of Loye and Brian. I hadn’t met him, but I specifically remember thinking, “Look how happy Loye looks!” Well Brian must have been doing something right, because Loye was all smiles, and shined with glitter and gleam the entire day.

The venue that Loye and Brian chose was perfect for their urban style. The Balinese Ballroom on North Main had so many great features: twinkly lights, bare brick walls, lots (and I mean LOTS) of great light, I couldn’t have asked for a better place!

Something I really admired, and have to mention is Loye and Brian’s relationship, not only with each other, but also with the Lord. Loye and Brian have both done mission work, and our extremely selfless. Their wedding ceremony was so sweet and centered on the Lord, everyone in the room could feel the passion. They are definitely people John and I strive to be like, and I know that’s a huge reason why Loye & Brian are so well liked by ALL people. You will only hear good things when either of their names are mentioned. I feel blessed to call them friends.

And I need to give recognition to Loye and Brian’s bridal party. Talk about a complete package, from the lovely bridesmaids to the handsome, hilarious groomsmen, it’s safe to say I’ve yet to laugh that hard at a wedding. John and I both were bent over, a good percentage of the time. From the Anthropologie bridesmaid’s dresses, to the vintage bow ties, this bridal party was trendy, classic, charming, and down right good looking, which made our job so easy!

Without further adieu- Mr. & Mrs. Ellsworth, Enjoy!

Loye told me her good friend Ali made this for her, using quotes and verses that both Loye and Brian love. Ali, I will be contacting you about this, because it is amazing!

Shout out to Gretchen Campbell for doing some AMAZING hair

&&& then there was a dance party between the bride, bridesmaids, and MOB. The wobble was necessary.

Loye let each of her bridesmaids pick out their own necklace to show off their individual styles. I loved this idea, and they ALL had such nice ones!

Loye’s bridesmaids gave THE best reaction to seeing her in her dress for the first time.

Loye, you were the definition of bridal bliss. Stunning

This was truly precious. Brian met Loye halfway down the aisle to symbolize Christ coming back for his bride. -tears

So glad I caught this shot, sweet Brian was wiping one of Loye’s tears as she read her vows.

Loye and Brian, we were thrilled to capture these happy moments!

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  • December 5, 2012 - 10:51 pm

    Lauren Gay - Kelly Ginn you are wonderful. Looking through these photos I can absolutely feel the excitement and love all over again! You did such an amazing job capturing every happy, goofy and emotional moment of this day. I would reccomend you to anyone and everyone!ReplyCancel

  • December 6, 2012 - 2:32 am

    Holland Hudspeth - Kelly this is amazing! I completely agree with Lauren! Looking at these photos makes me feel like it’s happening all over again! You did GREAT!ReplyCancel

  • December 7, 2012 - 8:29 pm

    Kelly Pietkiewicz - Beautiful as always Kelly. God has blessed you with such talent. Love you 🙂ReplyCancel

Courtney and Will are such a fun couple. If the ‘powdered paint in the face’ doesn’t give it away, let me elaborate.

I’ve known Courtney since middle school, having that said you would think I would say “and we’ve been best friends ever since.” WRONG, Although I’ve known this great girl for that long, our friendship is new. We ran in different circles in middle and high school, I was probably obnoxious, and had the typical “cheerleader” rep, where sweet Courtney played soccer and was extremely intelligent (still is =])

However, Courtney married Will almost three years ago and I feel that we related more to each other after I got married last October. There isn’t too many young married couples around here, and Courtney and I are both really artistic so you tend to associate with people with your same interests. Courtney has also been EXTREMELY supportive of my new found love and passion photography so I was THRILLED, ecstatic even when she asked ME to shoot this amazingly colorful, fun session.

If you love color, you will love this. Courtney and Will were so playful and funny the entire time. There love for each other is as colorful as this session, and I love that about them. The color run looks like so much fun, so Courtney ordered paint from INDIA. Yes, India. It took almost a month to get here but it was SO worth it. This session was so funny, it had John and I both bent over laughing.

Courtney started a blog called “Exodus 31:3” and I feel that is a perfect verse that really reflects Courtney, it reads:

“and I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, with understanding, with knowledge in all kinds of crafts- to make artistic designs.”

Courtney and Will I hope you guys enjoy these, because it sure was fun spending time with you and the pups!

I’ve never had so much fun during a session. You guys are lovely.

xoxo

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There are TWO things you need to know about Megan and Cody before I begin.

1. They are adorable

&

2. They are freaking ADORABLE!

WOWZA, Can I just say, I get some amazingly STUNNING clients, and they make me look good! Megan resembles Reese Witherspoon, with her adorable bubbly personality and little flipped out nose, and Cody, I mean isn’t it obvious, ADAM LEVINE?!?!? This ‘celebrity’ couple was a BLAST to spend our saturday evening with. Not only are Cody and Megan beautiful, they are also super smart and sophisticated, (beauty and brains). They met at UT Med here in Memphis. The two love birds are thinking sometime later in 2013 to say “I do” but either way I am SO happy for you guys and very thankful I got to meet you two! I hope you enjoy these!

Megan and Cody, I wish you the BEST in life and in love. You two are one happy, smitten couple and I can’t wait to see what adventures your marriage takes you on!

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Before I begin this post, I would like to educate you all about my beautiful friend Charli. Charli and I went to high school together and when I think of Charli, I think of horses. I remember her love and compassion for animals. After high school Charli got married. December will be three years since she said “I do” with her husband Derek.

Derek is a marine, and shortly after the two love birds wedded they both moved to Okinawa, Japan. I know, crazy right? When I found out I remember thinking “How brave is she to just up and leave with her hubby?” I don’t know that I am THAT brave. Little did I know that I would find out exactly how BRAVE Charli really is.

Over the past 8-9 months I have been writing “Charli Hengst” on my prayer list at church every Sunday. Charli was diagnosed with Renal Cell Carcinoma while she was in Japan.  Renal Cell Carcinoma is a kidney cancer that originates in the lining of the proximal convoluted tubule, the very small tubes in the kidney that filter the blood and remove waste products. RCC is the most common type of kidney cancer in adults, responsible for approximately 80% of cases. It is EXTREMELY rare for a 23 year old to be diagnosed with such a violent type of cancer.

Before I go on about such a special couple, I would like to quote Charli from her blog…

“I have cancer, cancer does not have me.”

Charli is currently doing really well, some of the spots have shrunk which means the chemo is working. She will get her new scans around September 10th, so I need everyone to pray for Charli. Matthew 18:20 reads “When two or more gather in my name, I am there among them.” Pray for Charli to stay strong and positive. She is taking chemo pills along with actual chemo sessions, these make her nauseous and extremely tired.

You can stay updated on Charli, become more educated on Kidney Cancer, and donate at

www.prayforcharli.com

Charli and Derek, I hope you enjoy these. Stay strong and keep the faith alive.

I said “Derek, you are such a sweet husband to come take pictures with Charli on this hot day.” Charli interrupted and said ” This is the least he does, he makes all of my meals, he goes to all of my treatments, he does all of the cleaning, he helps with the dogs, and everything in between.” I am so glad that these two found each other, “in sickness and in health.”

I was honored to spend the afternoon with you guys. Thanks for letting me tell your story!

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  • August 31, 2012 - 3:33 am

    jenny - Love my little brother and my very beautiful sis in lawReplyCancel

  • February 5, 2014 - 2:57 pm

    Cindy Graves - May I have you permission to share this .These are wonderful and brings out who they are and what they meantt to one another. I was a chemo patient and Charlie and I became friends.Thank you for your consideration…..oh by the eay…She OWNED the chemo room…hahaReplyCancel