Saying “I do” to a Jewish Persia

Posted on June 18, 2015 by Samantha

We definitely appreciate that our client base in Georgia is growing, and we loved working with this fun couple! The bride’s family is Persian, and the groom’s family is Jewish. It was nice seeing the two cultures blend so seamlessly to make their wedding the best it could be. The Persian side could be seen in the large sofreh at the altar, and also in the honey ceremony. There was a beautiful Jewish chuppah, and of course the groom stomped on the glass at the end of the ceremony. The two wed at the Roswell River Landing with the beautiful Chattahoochee River in the background. There were some comical moments when people floating down the river passed by with their music blaring, but the bride and groom laughed it off. It was a day full of love and laughs.

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New Year Nuptuals

Posted on June 17, 2015 by Samantha

We had the opportunity to photograph a wedding at the end of the year for one of our friends from church. We always see it as an honor when a friend wants us to be a part of their special day. It was a small ceremony where the attendants were the bride’s sister, and the groom’s sons. The love we witnessed that day was evident everywhere we looked. At least we live here in the south so when we went outside to take pictures, it wasn’t too cold. The bride even had a lovely fur shawl to keep her warm.

Love never fails. Love never ends.

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Samantha

Hello! I know it’s been a while since I’ve posted. SHP is under construction, so I’ve been wanting to wait until it’s done. We are almost there! However, this post needed to be pulished.

I was blessed enough to have photographed my grandmother-in-law’s wedding. Yes, my husband’s grandmother got married this past summer. I have never seen such love and joy during a wedding from all those involved. It was a demonstration that love knows no age, no limit.

That being said, the groom passed just a few days ago. So now is the perfect time to showcase their love. It was a small, quaint wedding in the bride’s backyard. The groom arrived on a big green tractor, and that’s also how they left after the ceremony. It was such a lovely afternoon that will forever live in our hearts.

Country Chic Wedding

Posted on February 11, 2012 by Samantha

I was able to photograph a wedding in my hometown in Texas! I knew the groom from middle school, and my brother was in the wedding. It was fun seeing friends and being able to document the day. It was a small ceremony in a chapel restored by the bride’s father and grandfather. The reception was outdoors and full of country charm!

California Wedding Weekend

Posted on October 22, 2011 by Samantha

It’s great being able to photograph your friend’s wedding! It was lovely being able to witness the love between the bride and groom. The wedding took place outside next to a running brook and sequoia trees. There were personalized touches, like hand-made wrapping paper at the rehearsal dinner, and hand-made jewelry for the bridesmaids!

Storming Outside, Love Inside

Posted on April 23, 2011 by Samantha

Even though the ceremony was moved inside due to rain, I loved shooting this wedding because of the details. Detail shots are my favorite and with such cute kids at the wedding it was hard not to get a good shot. The location was great, too, with room inside for a ceremony and reception, as well as a gorgeous courtyard and a beautiful pergola. Check out the Hazlehurst House in McDonough, GA!

Don’t let Rain Dampen your Wedding

Posted on September 25, 2010 by Samantha

Even though the rain came out to play at this beautiful St. Louis wedding, the bride and groom didn’t let it affect their day. We had to be a little more creative in where we did our outdoor pictures, but the whole day was beautiful. The ceremony was in an old church, and no photos were taken during the ceremony.

A Wedding for the Records

Posted on September 19, 2010 by Samantha

I recently had the opportunity to help a friend photograph two weddings in St. Louis. This one was the very first wedding to ever happen in the First Church of Christ, Scientist, Creve Coeur! The reception was held at a golf course where we took some fun pictures. The happy couple only had a mini-moon before the bride had to be back teaching the following week. What a selfless bride!

Gardener Wedding

Posted on July 31, 2010 by Samantha

I was able to shoot a wedding in south Atlanta for a great couple. They actually got married while working for the military in Iraq. Because of that, none of the family was able to attend, so they had a vow renewal in America! It was a night full of fun and love.

Local History Museum Wedding

Posted on April 20, 2010 by Samantha

I helped another local photographer with this wedding. It took place at a small, quaint museum in the greater Atlanta area. Even though it threatened to rain most of the day, it ended up being a lovely event. Best of luck to the lovely couple!