BEN-Fairfield Union Senior photography

Here are a few photos from Ben's senior session--which will be continued another day. We had fun with the studio photos--love the hat and suspenders! When we headed outside for some more photos, the lovely Ohio weather put a damper on them. Rain has made me crazy the last few weeks--reschedule, reschedule, reschedule. Oh well, we should have some fall color going for the rest of his outdoor photos. I am looking forward to the pretty fall leaves--just not the winter that follows!

HALEY-Senior Photos Lancaster, Oh

Here's a sneak peek at the first of Haley's senior sessions(finally). It's been a very hectic few weeks around here--and I'm finally getting around to getting some things posted. Haley is nothing short of gorgeous. We had a great time running around town to get some awesome photos. She is the sister of another of my seniors from a few years back--and we did family photos not too long ago. All I can say is Haley(and her sister) are a photographer's dream to photograph. She was comfortable in front of the camera, has a ton of great expressions and "looks" and looks great! Even more importantly--she had fun(and so did I)--and it shows--and makes for great photos! She'll be featured in my booth at the Fairfield County Fair--you'll have to check it out!

KALA--Teays Valley Senior

Here is the first look at Kala's senior photo session. I had a great time working with her and her mom--not to mention she's so-o-o photogenic. We split her session into two days, so she could get in two different hair looks--and bring her dog to be in a few photos. They were afraid Stanley was going to be too crazy to be in photos--but I think we got some really cute ones! Kala's an oudoorsy kind of girl--so we did the majority of her photos outdoors, which is fine with me --especially since we've had such perfect weather for being outside. It's been the perfect end of summer--almost fall--and perfect for photography! Enjoy the first look--there are lots more to come!

BRIE and KIRK-New Albany Wedding

Here is a sneak peek from Brie and Kirk's wedding. They have the most fabulous, exciting love story and their wedding day just made it that much better. The wedding and reception were held at the gorgeous home of Brie's parents. Brie and Kirk met when they both had taken off to explore the world and both ended up working together in New Zealand. They hit it off instantly, and the rest is history. Kirk is from England, and he came back to the United States with Brie and they began planning their life together.

The ceremony was by the pond--which was absolutely beautiful. From there, they moved to the back of the house for the tented reception, with wonderful food catered by none other than Brie's mother. Brie and Kirk and the guests danced the afternoon and evening away with a special song list provided by Brie and Kirk including lots of music from Kirk's homeland--to the delight of all of his family who had made the trek from England to share in the big day. The evening wrapped up with a gorgeous sunset. I'm sure this is just the beginning of a wonderful life full of adventure for the two of them!

KRISTY and BRIAN-Piqua Ohio Wedding

Kristy and Brian had one of the most beautiful, intimate weddings that I have had the honor to photograph. Ironically, it was nothing like the wedding that they had planned. A family health emergency caused a change of locations--from the original site in Hide-A-Way Hills, to the bride's hometown of Piqua. The new location was absolutely beautiful. It was a restored polo barn at a private residence that would rival some of the most unique wedding locations that we have seen anywhere. Best of all, it was close to home, and had a meaningful history to the bride and her family.

Kristy and Brian had their ceremony right at sunset following dinner with their guests. A bit of a reverse from the typical wedding day--but no grumpy guests waiting for dinner after the ceremony! Their dog Maggie did a great job as ringbearer. Following the ceremony we took off for some romantic, sunset photos. Then it was time to cut the cake and they spent the rest of the evening visiting with friends and family and sitting by the fire. Kristy did get in a dance with Brian's grandpa--which was a dance that had been promised long before the wedding day. Kristy and Brian's ability to roll with the changes and adapt their plans says a lot for their solid relationship--and their ability to place a priority on what really matters. They understood that it's not about the wedding--it's about the marriage--and the joining together of the families and friends. Their wedding day wasn't what they had originally planned--but may just have ended up even better! All in all, a perfect wedding day!