For us, as it is for many people, January is a time for renewal.  The weddings season is winding down for the winter and we get a chance to slow down the pace a bit, recuperate, plan, and most importantly reflect. 

Lately I've been thinking a lot about the camera's ability to capture emotion in a way that no other medium can. The camera has the power to freeze time and emotion, no matter how fleeting. And sometimes the viewer is able to feel something too. That's what first attracted me to the art of photography and is what continues to inspire the work we do today.  I feel so blessed to have this opportunity, to witness insanely beautiful and personal moments.

It was a special honor to get to work with this next couple, Brigitte and Travis.  Their story is one of a couple that knows the value every moment together.  When we first met with Brigitte and her mom Jill, they said this wedding would also be a celebration of Brigitte's survival.  Not only are both Brigitte and Travis in the Marines, but Brigitte is also a recent cancer survivor - emphasis on survivor because in addition to being one of the nicest, most full-of-life people you'll ever meet, Brigitte is definitely one tough marine! 

I just can't say enough what an honor it was to work with Brigitte and Travis.  And their families were also so wonderful and it was such a beautiful celebration. To me, this is what photography is truly made for, capturing the beautiful moments people share.  

So, here are a few of those moments! Enjoy!

That's Brigitte's sister and mom helping with the dress.

My fav of the day!! I can feel their emotions here! 

Isn't she gorgeous?!

Travis

This magical scene is just one of many belonging to Megan and Roan on their beautiful wedding day. Eight or so years ago I would have never imagined that I would one day be photographing Megan Yates' wedding or have the ability to take such a photo in the first place. Megan was probably around 14 years old when we first met and I was photographing her big sister Amanda's track team, dreaming about owning my own business and being a 'real' photographer. It's so crazy and amazing how some dreams really do come true :)

If you've been following us for a while you might remember Megan & Roan's engagement photos, which I believe were the first of many engagement sessions done at our farm. OR, Megan is one of four sisters, we did Amanda's wedding in 2008. 

Megan & Roan's wedding took place in Newland, NC and here are just a few of our favorite images!

AND, da,da,da ----- it's suppose to snow on Thursday!!!!! And if it does, I don't think it's going to be warm enough to melt off the grass before then! I know it's kind of like putting all of your eggs in one basket to say it's going to really snow here, and please don't take this as I want her wedding to get snowed out and I really will feel sorry if she's cold but I mean this. could be. a true. winter wedding!! With real winter wedding pictures!! I'm totally stoked!!!!!