Family Time

Paul and I took Joaquin and Lila on a walk around the arboretum today after I made French toast and we opened presents from our wonderful families. Sounds peaceful, right? It was, if you don't count the periodic tantrums caused by removing from Joaquin's almost-two-year-old grasp the following, in no particular order: the dog's tail, a butter knife, the entire Sunday New York Times (all sections), and a red Sharpie pen with a missing cap. Ah, toddlerhood! I was talking to my friend Laurelyn yesterday and she I agreed that the best training for being a parent is being a waitress. It's very stressful and fast-paced, you have to carry lots of things that are heavy and awkward and fragile, and the customers are very demanding.

It was so nice to have a few days off this week, but I have to admit that it's very hard for me not to take any photos...

Karla + Mark

I thought it might be fun to show the "warm" photos of Karla after featuring her beautiful cold-toned face in her bridal portrait below. Her wedding November 3 was absolutely gorgeous -- Mark cried throughout her entire walk down the aisle with her dad, and they were married in the same church where Karla's parents tied the knot. The party was under a clear tent decorated with lanterns, twinkly lights, and gorgeous table arrangements. No mere wedding music for them -- their band was The Tams! That's her sister-in-law giving her a kiss just before she walked down the aisle.

Collins' Bridal Portrait

We had so much fun shooting Collins back in August. Her wedding was the one featured below that took place in Cashiers. She and her wonderful mom Marlene drove all the way down to Greensboro, and we made a day of it. Hair, makeup, lunch and Collins glamming us out with this amazing dress and her 0" waist. Gorgeous!

Baby Lila rocking her cuteness

Katie + Jason

Last weekend our own Katie Klein tied the knot with her longtime love, Jason Wood. She wore the most beautiful vintage-inspired dress, and in true Katie fashion wore a veil from a vintage hat and her grandmother's gloves and fur stole. The service was at dusk in Center City Park in Greensboro, and they wrote their own vows, which were beautiful! Tons of friends and family came from far and wide, and even though it got a little chilly as the sun set, nobody seemed to mind. The party commenced down the street at The Press, a cool wine bar in Southside. It was a great day, and we're so happy for you guys!

"Real Simple Weddings" Book

Two of our weddings were just chosen for the premiere issue of Real Simple Weddings (a special publication from the editors of Real Simple). It will appear sometime in January and be on newsstands nationally for a year. Below are some images from one of the weddings, shot by Matthew. The bride is Rhiannon Giddens, an amazingly talented musician and singer, who is in numerous bands, including The Carolina Chocolate Drops. She and her band were recently guests on Garrison Keillor's "A Prairie Home Companion". Her husband, Michael Laffan, is also a talented musician, and they met at a recording studio in France. Their wedding was very unique and intimate, held at a local dance hall where the dinner was a potluck and the celebration was a contra dance. A complete slideshow is below, with music by Jay Ungar and Molly Mason. Coincidentally, the song you'll hear ("The Lover's Waltz")is what Rhiannon and Mike chose for their first dance song, and also happens to be the music I have used on my site for the past year or so.







Rhiannon and Michael, photos by Matthew Spencer

Collins + Jared

Here is one of my favorite series from a lovely wedding that Matthew and I shot together in Cashiers a few weeks ago. Such an interesting and fun couple, and we fell in love with both their families, too. These shots were taken just a few moments after they tied the knot. Collins' smile says it all!

Lucy & Andrew

I've been photographing Lucy and Andrew since they were both infants. Their parents, Anne and Dave, have moved to D.C. but I was lucky enough to see the family when they came to Greensboro for David & Seoyoung's wedding in July. Lucy and Andrew even got to play with Joaquin a little bit, and he sat still long enough for me to get him in one of the shots.

Lila Mae and Daddy

Finally!

I just figured out how to load our images nice and big. This has driven me crazy for months now, which is why I never post. Duh, I guess I could have asked someone. The answer is Photobucket. So get ready for some HUGE photos soon.

Karla's Bridal Shoot

McAuley

We had the pleasure of photographing this darling baby this morning -- what a cutie!

New Studio!

We are so thrilled to finally be settled in to our new studio at the historic Revolution Mill Studios. Above are the before and after photos, the first taken in March, with Abigail (and Lila Mae) standing in what is now our reception/meeting area. We love it here -- come visit us soon!

"Go Triad" Cover Story

We were very honored to be featured in a recent piece in local arts & entertainment section of the newspaper. Katie did Abigail's makeup for the cover shot, which was taken at our new studio.



Read the article here:
Go Triad Article

Andrea + Matt

Abigail shot this lovely wedding at Fearrington in June, and took this portrait of Andrea in the bridal suite just before the ceremony.

Lila Mae Lois, born 4/18/07

Joaquin's little sister arrived at the sensible hour of 2:36 p.m. on April 18, 2007 (which explains why this blog hasn't been updated in awhile...), and weighed 7lbs 4oz. She's already 12 lbs and is keeping us company at the studio. Joaquin calls her "La La."

Baby on Board

Here's Abigail shooting Amelia and Andrew's wedding in March 2007, the last wedding of her pregnancy (see above....)

Wyndee and Dave's daughter Emmaleigh

What a cutie! Katie took these adorable photographs of Emmaleigh Claire -- Emmaleigh and Lila Mae are only a week apart in age, and we are about to shoot Emmaleigh's three-month photos in a few weeks.

Katie + Brian

Katie managed to capture one of the most unique bouquet toss photos we've seen in awhile!

Best of The Knot Weddings 2007

We are very honored to have been voted one of the best photographers by readers of The Knot magazine for 2007. Thank you!!!

Erin + Jonathan

Some great shots that Matthew took at China Grove Plantation in May -- what a gorgeous wedding!

Joaquin on Collages.net

We are just loving Collages.net these days! This week they have updated their home page, and one of the photos in rotation is of my little one, Joaquin. Awww...

Rachel and Matthew in The Knot

Another of our favorite weddings is currently featured in The Knot. Rachel and Matthew were married last December at the Crest Center in Asheville -- the rehearsal dinner was hosted at the Barn at the Biltmore, complete with a cozy bonfire and s'mores for the bundled guests. They are a wonderful couple!

Great Catch!

This sweet girl caught the bouquet at Lauren & Paul’s wedding in November, and her expression says it all.

Katie Klein, Associate Photographer

After shooting more than 40 weddings as a senior photographer, Katie is now shooting as an associate photographer. Her lovely work and steady, calm persona have been a great addition to our weddings for the past two years. Congrats, Katie!
Here are a few of Katie's images:

Website of the Week!

Our online partner, collages.net , has chosen us to be featured as Website of the Week! To see the wedding, go to:
Lauren and Paul's Wedding