you get a bunch of photographers together? Crazy and creative fun! The girls from The Nine came to my house and we had a “shoot out” for our dear friend, Dana. Dana is due with her baby in March and we are all so excited! We decided to throw her a surprise baby shower too, and I was more than eager to act as hostess. (or at least attempt) I was sad that a 3rd of the nine couldn’t be there, but I had placecards made for them on the table. You were there in spirit girls! The following pics are from our baby shower/maternity session. I had a great time just seeing how we all shoot! Lots of pics to follow.

I made these place cards the night before… And the diaper cake below…

Honour set up this shot with one of my furs I use for kid shoots… very original! Here she is metering her light. f8 at a 30th if I remember correctly.

um… “hey, Honour!”

i got this shot below from the cool rug setup.

in between takes…

and here’s another shot I got of the two of them.

This was such a relaxing wedding! Jill and Andrew decided to come to Asheville and marry… just the two of them. I was thrilled to be a part of their day! I was so excited to serve as a witness as well… I got to sign the wedding certificate…not one of my normal duties. The wedding took place at Homewood. I love shooting there! I hope you both had a wonderful week in our town!

it’s me…. signing the wedding certificate… thanks to Tara for taking the pic.

Okay this pic is too funny… here we all are… the “wedding party”

Sorry Andrew… I had to put this in… love it!

I have so much posting to catch up on… my boys have been sick this week and it’s put me back a bit…First up is the lovely Trish and her fiance’ Blake. I shot their engagement session in downtown Asheville and then we drove out to the UNCA Botanical gardens to finish. I have to say, my favorite part was our time at Sante’ Wine Bar. Thanks for the fun time and I’m so glad the weather was working for us!

I LOVE THESE BOOTS!

This lovely couple are waiting to meet their little one…due the first week in March! I can’t believe they have the patience to wait and find out the sex of the baby until the big day! I just had to know with both of my boys. That said, I’m so excited to find out and meet this little kiddo! Liz, remember to take it easy and enjoy these last few moments with your hubby.

this is too funny! we attempted some pictures with the kitties, but they were not in to it!

I love these kids! It’s been so long since I saw them last. I was thrilled when their mom suggested the Chateau Elan for the session. I’ve always wanted to shoot there. It ended up being a gorgeous day in the 60’s…not bad for February. I want to thank Connor, Parker, and Peyton for the awesome time! Can’t wait to see you this summer.

so much energy! I loved it!

running through the vineyard…

cuddle time with mom.

You are AMAZING!!! These are awesome and I can’t wait to see them all. We did have a fun day and I think it showed:)

Okay, this little guy did not want to sleep! It was really quite humorous… Thanks to the entire Blake family for their extreme patience. I knew he would fall asleep eventually. Also, I can’t believe you guys drove from Tennessee! That is hard to do with a newborn! All my best!

I love this shot above…he was just hanging out…no sleeping. Notice the hairdryer in the background…I always use one when shooting newborns…keeps them so calm and relaxed. Then below..there I am…just waiting on little guy.

I can’t believe little Audrey is two. I feel like I just did her one year pics! She was so full of energy and wanted to dance the entire session! I loved it! Here is a little glimpse…

 I had to lay on the ground for this one….

i loved this shot above… we had to take a snack break and Audrey sat and peeled an entire orange by herself. I love how she just tossed the peels on the floor!

I love it when I receive hand-written thank you cards… It is so thoughtful and shows how sincere some people are… honestly, i wish i was better about writing thank yous.

I just wanted to share one I received today. It made my day.