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Sydney and I first met at a Starbucks inside Barnes and Noble. I couldn’t help but notice her adorable brown doe eyes. Basically the best and most accurate way to describe Sydney or ‘squid’ as her friends and Chris call her, is simply adorable. She really is.

We actually happened to know a lot of the same people, even though we didn’t know each other. When she hired me and told me they booked the Cadre, a Memphis favorite, I was a bit nervous because the Cadre is its OWN kind of beast. I loved it though, and I’m eager to shoot a few more of my upcoming weddings there in the future.

I met Sydney at her hair salon the morning of, and she was as cool as a cucumber. It turned out that her hair stylist, the one she did her hair trial with was sick. Where a normal bride would have either fainted, turned into bridezilla, or sobbed, Sydney shrugged her shoulders and just rolled with the punches. I love that about her.

For those of you who don’t know, the Cadre is in downtown Memphis and the architecture is just lovely. I actually wish I knew more about it, I must call Ted Mosby from ‘How I Met Your Mother’ and ask him.

I’ll let these pictures do the talking =]

Enjoy.

I love Sydney’s expression.

Sydney wrote Chris a note, and gave him Lucky 7 scratch off cards since they got married on June 7th!

Sydney’s yellow canary diamond was pure perfection.

I wanted to snag that coral vintage suitcase, it was too perfect!

Holiday Flowers did SUCH a great job with the flowers and Holly Burris of South Holly Road did an incredible job bringing Sydney’s vision to life. http://southhollyroad.com/

I wish I would have had enough courage to rock a birdcage veil on my wedding day. Sydney, you are fierce!

The bridesmaid on the right is named Cricket. That’s her real name. The cutest name I’ve ever heard.

Sydney is a doe eyed beauty!

I love grooms/groomsmen with personalities

Apparently John and Chris BOTH share a love for penguins!

Sydney warned me ahead of time that she and her dad were silly together. She said it only made sense that they walk down to the bridal march remix. Needless to say the crowd got really involved.

Chris couldn’t help but laugh at Sydney breakdancing down the aisle.

I get to shoot these cutie’s wedding in October of next year!

Congrats Mr. and Mrs. Gully!

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  • July 10, 2013 - 3:31 am

    Kari Kennedy - This is absolutely perfect! Great job capturing our best friend’s special day!!! Please send these to me…we enjoyed having y’all there!ReplyCancel

  • July 11, 2013 - 8:30 pm

    Sydney - Haha I love them you did an awesome job you were way more than just the photographer that day! I felt like you were a bridesmaid practically and I appreciate everything y’all did!ReplyCancel

  • July 15, 2014 - 11:35 pm

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I am so excited to finally be posting Amy and Greg’s romantic wedding. After having five weddings in May, and four in June, on top of a minor (not so minor) surgery, and moving into a new home, I can honestly say I am ready for normal routines to come on back in my life. Shoot, edit, post. (I sleep, eat, and laugh somewhere in between those.)

Do you remember Amy and Greg?

How could you forget those cuties? https://kellyginnphotography.com/amygreg-a-spring-meadow-engagement/

I’ll be honest, I looked at the weather probably 20 times the week of their wedding and was TERRIFIED by what I saw. I kept my fingers crossed and said my prayers, but it still wasn’t looking too good. I sent Amy a couple of texts on the morning of her wedding just telling her that I was excited about her day, and that I’d see her soon. She replied “Please pray for no rain.” Amy is A LOT of things, a lot: adorable, fun, loud, stunning, brave, fearless, tiny, smart, I could go on and on.. but when I think of Amy the first word that comes to mind is faithful.

When John and I arrived at Amy’s church she greeted us with a hug. You could tell she was holding back tears, but stayed so calm and strong. I probably saw her and her family/bridesmaids pray and hug three or four different times. Each and every time after, Amy would have even more pep in her step. NOTHING can keep this girl from smiling and laughing. I can honestly say I have never met anyone as naturally happy as she. You will notice throughout this post that she laughs more than anyone you know, even as she was walking down the aisle. Happy girls are the prettiest girls.

Although the ground was wet from an earlier storm, I never once saw it rain on Amy and Greg’s special day. The sun even poked out for a minute. We were limited as to where we could stand because of the wet and soggy ground, but Amy and Greg couldn’t have cared less. They both knew that wasn’t what their day was about, and I love that about them.

This was a VERY emotional wedding. I saw almost everyone shed a tear or two at one point throughout the day, but hey, it’s a wedding! Amy’s sweet sweet mom, Mrs. Mary Ann, was so precious and supportive. I once saw she and Amy praying alone together in the corner. They didn’t let the chance of showers get them down.

Before I get TOO wordy, I will let these gorgeous images speak for themselves.

Amy and Greg, you guys are beautiful, charming, and your love for each other radiates for everyone to see. You two deserve each other, and we are thankful that we got to spend the entire day with you!

Enjoy!

We all need a friend to fan us on our wedding day, Bethany is that friend.

One minute she laughs, the other she cries.

I wish I could make first looks mandatory, haha. I’m SO contradicting, because I didn’t even see John before, but it gives the bride and groom a moment alone. It’s a precious memory they will never forget.

Amy could hardly contain herself.

So, Greg threatened to ‘de-friend’ me on Facebook if I posted any emotional images of him. Although Amy encouraged me to do so, Greg I will have to take my chances, because these images are the sweetest ones I have ever seen, You just won the heart of EVERY single person who looks at this post. You’re their hero =]

The talented John Ginn shot this, and many others throughout this post!

Greg, every bride wishes their groom would act like this, promise!

Now I am crying all over again.

Amy, geeze. Just stop. You are hauntingly beautiful, and that is a serious compliment.

Quite possibly my favorite.

I love when my brides cheer and chant on their wedding day.

I posted this on Facebook yesterday with a caption that said “I look for children like this during wedding ceremonies, because once upon a time, I use to be that exact child.” One of my families oldest friends commented on it and said “Once upon a time?” haha, she called me out for sure!

Amy was able to have her dad walk her down the aisle, and marry her. That is just precious.

And she laid one on him!

After the ceremony, and before the reception, we got to take a detour to Greg’s barn for some casual photos!

John took this. I feel so blessed to have him get creative wedding photos while I’m getting the safe, must have ones. We’re a good team!

This vintage window from an old church was the PERFECT backdrop for their cake.

This was truly stunning.

When party lights fall, the inner cheerleader inside you comes out. I am surprised I even was able to pull it together and take a picture because I was bent over laughing.

Congrats Mr. and Mrs. Williams!

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  • July 4, 2013 - 4:12 am

    Lydia Bors-Koefoed - Loved the pictures! Thank you for sharing!!!ReplyCancel

  • July 4, 2013 - 3:25 pm

    Sue Smith - Oh Girlfriend–how fabulous this was! What a joy to see these photos–I feel blessed to see your family love. I know you’re exhausted but it was SO WORTH IT! Love you, Sue

    What a gorgeous bride.ReplyCancel

  • September 18, 2013 - 5:58 pm

    Melissa Roberts - These honestly are some of the best wedding photos I have ever seen. They tell the story so well with an emphasis on the emotion of the union. Amy you were a radiant bride and John your joy was palatable. I pray the joy you felt that day will stay in your hearts for all your future years together.ReplyCancel

If you follow me on Instagram (and if you don’t, please do, @KellyGinn22) you may have seen this:

I received at least 6 or 7 texts, and several comments saying, “YALL BOUGHT A HOUSE?”

So I’ll clear the air for all.

John and I are so SO excited to announce that we are MOVING. No, we aren’t moving to a tropical island, or even to a different state, but we are moving into our OWN little house. After living in two different one bedroom apartments for almost two years, we were literally bursting at the seams. We had WAY too much stuff, and not enough room. When Tebow (our golden retriever) would walk from the living room to the bedroom, he would almost ALWAYS knock something over with his tail, not to mention the living room kinda became my office, and there is always a trail of ‘Kelly Ginn Photography’ on the couch, floor, and table.

After searching for a small house to buy we realized a couple of things:

#1. We didn’t want to buy something JUST because we could afford it, because then we would either outgrow it quick, or be stuck in something we ‘settled’ for.

#2. Being a small business owner means being patient and being able to show the bank a minimum of 2-3 years of experience before they will count your income (in terms of your income being counted when you go get pre-approved for a loan.)

With that being said we found a happy medium, a rental house! We get lots of room without having to commit 100% like what we would have to do if we purchased a home.

So are we home owners? No, not technically, but this is a VERY exciting adventure for both of us. We finally have more than one bedroom to decorate, try THREE. One of which gets to be my first ever office, and that is exciting in itself! Tebow finally has room to stretch out and play, AND a backyard. We finally can grill out, something we have not ever been able to do (although I just recently read that grilling meat gives you cancer, but what doesn’t these days.)

Here are a few images of John and I embracing our new home, that we love SO much. Documenting our early years is super important to us both, so I truly cherish these. As we move in and get rooms decorated I’m sure I will update you all, those who are interested anyways.

So from our HOME to yours, enjoy!

So what’s up with the balloons? Well, funny story, I have loved balloons since I was very little. My mom loves to tell anyone about  the O’Charley’s story. When I was little, we often went to dinner at O’Charley’s. They used to give green and purple balloons to children as they left. This was literally the highlight of my life. I could barely finish my chicken fingers and fries because every couple of minutes I would say “Can I have it now?”

When we would leave the restaurant my sister and brother liked letting their balloons go and watch them “float up to heaven.” Although to this day I still love watching balloons float up in the sky and disappear, I didn’t so much then. Mom says I had a meltdown every single time. As soon as I’d let it go I would start bawling uncontrollably and be devastated for the rest of the night. It would get to the point that when we would visit that restaurant my mom and dad refused to let me have a balloon, because they didn’t want to deal with my meltdowns. Lets just say not letting me have a balloon ended in a meltdown as well. So I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate our new home, then with tons of gorgeous balloons.

I just love the quietness of this.

Poor John, always prepared to be attacked.

My husband is down right handsome.

And needless to say, I did NOT have a meltdown over our balloon release, although it did cross my mind.

John, home is when ever I’m with you! I can’t wait for this new chapter in our silly lives =]

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  • July 1, 2013 - 5:08 pm

    Molly - Yay! Congratulations! I am so excited for y’all. We didn’t take any pictures while we were moving into our current house, and I am still sad about it. Next go around, we are definitely putting it on the list. Y’all are adorable =)ReplyCancel

  • July 2, 2013 - 7:43 am

    Kevin - You two siting in the corner is my favorite! Was some photos taking with the telephoto lens? Cod LAN party!! Lol. I’m so happy for you guys. I wished this happened two years ago.ReplyCancel

Let me back up to the very first time I ever met Jessica and Daniel. It was November, 2012 at a wedding I was shooting. They were both in the wedding party, and although I did not know them or even their names, John and I immediately fell in love with both of them. Daniel has one of the most unique, hilarious personalities I’ve ever met, on top of being extremely talented. Daniel is a worship/song leader at his church, which is where he and Jessica’s story began. Jessica is the definition of exquisite, she is so prim and proper, shy even, but you can’t help but notice how lovely and polite she always is.

I remember wondering if this adorable couple, and I do mean absolutely adorable, were close to getting engaged. When I found out Daniel proposed, my heart couldn’t help but flutter. When they asked me to shoot their wedding, well, I jumped for joy, John too.

The proposal story is just the sweetest. Jessica just recently graduated from UT Knoxville, smart AND beautiful, she’s a catch. She came home to celebrate with her family. When Daniel wasn’t on time to her celebration, she called him and he informed her the church he works for had been broken into, so he was a little caught up. (She now knows this story was all part of the plan.) Daniel and Jessica had already planned on going to the park later that afternoon, so once Daniel finally got to Jessica’s, they headed out to the park.

Let’s back it up one more time before I finish re-telling the proposal. Jessica and Daniel tried once before to make a chalkboard out of an old window using chalkboard paint. Jessica said they failed miserably and it didn’t turn out like they had planned. She kinda just put that away and planned on maybe going back to it some other time. Little did she know that Daniel had other plans.

As they were walking, Jessica noticed a couple of signs, one of which said “I finished our chalkboard.” Jessica, still confused at this point looked around and saw this:

And…. I am officially melting.

(See what I mean about Daniel’s personality…’it’s about time.’)

Needless to say, Jessica said YES, and this happy couple will be saying their vows on October 5th, my birthday! I can’t think of a better way to celebrate it, as I document two amazing people’s first chapter.

Jessica and Daniel wanted a natural/nature-y engagement session. I received a text from Jessica that said:

“Would it be awkward if I bring a couch?” I geekishly responded in all caps “UM NO, A COUCH IS A MUST.”

J&D are quite the trendy dressers. They were dressed to kill, I mean they look like Anthropologie models, both so adorable. Daniel’s bow tie and suspenders so greatly complimented Jessica’s high waisted polka dot skirt and vintage mint wedges. Not to mention the FABULOUS props she brought along: the yellow nightstand, the vintage typewriter, the guitar, the aqua mason jar (yes, she took loves them) and the old books, I loved all of it.

J&D I hope you enjoy these as much as we did!

Hey Jessica, you are stunning.

My mouth is watering, all I want is a pair of mint wedges.

And to think Jessica said she is shy and awkward in front of the camera, yeah right!

I can always so easily relate to a girl that twirls. This makes my heart happy.

At both weddings I have shot that Daniel and Jessica have been a part of, Daniel has sang and played guitar during both ceremonies. This was definitely something worth documenting.

It wouldn’t be Jessica and Daniel’s engagement session without a silly photo.

Can’t wait for October!

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  • June 28, 2013 - 3:18 pm

    Jessica Looney - These are absolutely precious! You captured their personalities perfectly! I just love these two and you are an amazing photographer! Beautiful!!

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When Caitlyn signed up for a mandatory elective, and not so fun class at the University of Memphis, she had NO idea that her future soul mate would also be in that same class. Although Caitlyn recalls Landforms being ‘the worst class ever’ and I can only agree with her, because I once suffered through that same class, she doesn’t regret taking it, why? Because her new hubby Zach was also in the class. Caitlyn said “Apart from Zach being in there, it was pretty miserable.” One day after a test, Zach asked Caitlyn how she did on it. Although I am sure Zach truly was interested, only because I feel confident when I say Zach is one of the most genuine human beings I’ve ever met, I have a feeling his motives may have been just a little more than to find out how sweet, adorable Caitlyn did on it. After making small talk a couple of times, Zach and Caitlyn decided to go to a local concert together, and you know the rest of this story, kiddos.

BOY, am I glad they had that class together because they are just the cutest, silliest, most fun couple you ever did see. I couldn’t help but smile on their entire day. Everything about their day was unique. Remember Caitlyn and Zach’s lake engagement session? https://kellyginnphotography.com/caitlynzach-an-herb-parsons-lake-engagement/ I was prepared for a detailed, personalized, casual while classy wedding, and boy was I right. Spring Creek Ranch is ABSOLUTELY gorgeous, I mean it is simply stunning. They have a very modern styled clubhouse while the outside remains very rustic and ranch like. The actual course had SEVERAL interesting nooks that allowed for C&Z to have a bit of variety for their portraits.

When John and I arrived, sweet little Caitlyn was all smiles getting her makeup on and eating a wrap. (I love a girl who eats on her wedding day. I may have eaten two or three carrots on my wedding day, lame.) When Zach pulled up he greeted John and I with a hug and a slap happy smile, and said “I’m so ready.”

Caitlyn and Zach are quite the nature lovers AND hopeless romantics. I mean, he carved “Will you marry me” in a tree, hello? I knew there would be LOTS of tears involved, so I came prepared with tissues in my pockets. There were ALL types of tears, and I loved it. I saw what is quite possibly one of the sweetest father-daughter first looks in existence. And just when I thought it couldn’t get any sweeter, Caitlyn did a first look with her brother as well. Brother tears are the sweetest.

Caitlyn and Zach’s bridal party were dressed to the absolute nines and reflected C&Z’s fun loving personalities perfectly. The yellow gingham bow ties, the leather suspenders, the gorgeous lace mint bridesmaids dresses paired with cowgirl boots were a perfect fit for such a gorgeous ranch wedding. Caitlyn’s white lace gown completely reflected her exuberant personality. She about knocked ALL of us off our feet when she walked down the aisle. Caitlyn and Zach decided to get married on May 25th, 5/25 at 5:25 in the afternoon, how cool is that?

There was laughing, crying, skipping, twirling, and a WHOLE lot of dancing on C&Z’s perfect day, and John and I feel honored to have spent the day capturing these special moments. We hope you enjoy them as much as we did!

(PS. a special thanks to VM Weddings Studio for being such a fantastic group to work with. Visit http://vimeo.com/68337336 to see C&Z’s wedding video)

Tammy may be one of my favorite people in the world.

Since Caitlyn and Zach decided not to see each other, they decided to spend time holding hands and reading love notes from one another around the corner from each other.

My simply amazing and talented husband snapped this beauty. Hello gorgeous!

All of Zach’s brothers are wearing Ninja Turtle socks, and Zach is Super Man, the rest of the groomsmen got to pick their favorite super hero!

And as if they couldn’t get any cuter, the back of the socks had capes, wings, and bandanas.

Ok, so Jessica, was Caitlyn’s MOH, sister, and best friend, and let me tell you, she deserves an award or something because she was an INCREDIBLE MOH. Hats off to you Jessica!

Probably my most favorite.

Get ready to grab some tissues, folks. Caitlyn’s first look with her father was a true tear jerker.

Oh, this just kills me.

See what I mean about how sweet brother tears are?

I could print this and hang it on my own wall.

So this is Zach’s immediate family. When I first saw them I’ll admit I was overwhelmed for two reasons: first of all, there are a TON of them, but more importantly and reason number two- they are some of the most beautiful people I’ve ever seen. I honestly thought they may be related to the Cullen family, and I say that as a compliment. I kept waiting for one of them to glitter in the sun, or predict the future. You people are lovely.

Caitlyn’s dad hand built this beautiful wedding prop. Why get married inside when you can walk through doors outside?

To be able to compose himself, Zach decided to look down until the moment Caitlyn got to him. This was precious.

This is Zach’s giant family. Wow.

Just seconds after the ceremony, C&Z were hidden away until portraits began. It only took seconds for them to start laughing with each other. They had no idea I was even snapping. That’s love.

Get ready for a ton of simply stunning bride and groom portraits.

One of Caitlyn’s request, and one of my favorites. I can only imagine what beautiful babies C&Z will have.

Another JTG original.

This sweet wedding guest deserves a shout out for making my absolute day. She yelled over a crowd, ” ARE YOU KELLY? I’VE SEEN ALL OF YOUR WORK, YOU’RE AMAZING.” Sweet girl, thank you for making a 24 year old blush.

This was one of my colleagues and art friends, Sara and her husband Beau. We can’t forget sweet Lydia in her tummy!

Zach married into a Cardinal loving family, despite his love for the Braves, he was a sport and put it on.

Congrats Mr. and Mrs Kiedis.

(Vendor Credit: Venue: Spring Creek Ranch, Videography: VM Weddings Studio, Florist: Angie Morton Design, Cake: KippCakes, Band: Terry Green and the Undercovers Band)

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  • July 5, 2013 - 8:17 pm

    Jessie Knox - So, when you said “Get ready for tears.” I obeyed right away and grabbed the biggest hankie I could find, and sure enough, the tears could not be stopped. This photography is prime. God truly gave you a gift! I’m sixteen and totally a hopeless romantic and this is just- Ugh. Your pictures totally made my life! I’m following you on insta (I’m mymyjessiejade) but I just wanted to say thank you and GOD BLESS! When I’m old enough to get married, I want you to be the photographer!ReplyCancel