I’m in Jacksonville for the weekend to do some shoots. I had two wonderful sessions today- a very sexy boudoir session and Ashlee’s maternity session. I’m headed out in the morning to shoot a wedding and then flying back to Colorado on Sunday morning so I thought I’d post a quick sneak peek before things get crazy!
It was great seeing you again, Ashlee. Sending healthy vibes to you and little Lily and hoping you have a smooth delivery. Hugs!
As promised, here is part two of Megan and Eric’s wedding. The ceremony and reception both took place at the historic Casa Marina Hotel in Jacksonville Beach. It was a great location for an outdoor wedding and they easily made modifications for the rainy day.
I love photographing Megan- she is so expressive. Her excitement here makes my heart happy.
Catching a tender moment during the ceremony while the guitarist played “I Will Be Here”.
Mr. and Mrs. Spurling!
Megan was such a classy/elegant bride.
We braved the rain for a short while…
before taking cover inside the hotel to stay dry and snap a few more romantics.
To me, these images feel like they could have come from the viewpoint of another hotel guest.
A delicious brunch reception
Two of my favorite food shots, ever. OMG- the waffles were too good!
As were the cupcakes- probably the BEST I’ve ever had.
I quite like all the laughter and facial expressions going on here
Fave!
One of the best parts of this wedding? Guests who ACTUALLY danced- and boy did they dance. Enjoy.
Thank you Megan and Eric for letting me a part of your beautiful wedding. I wish you two nothing buy happiness in the years to come. Hugs.
Ashley’s maternity session was super special due to the fact that her husband, Brian, is currently overseas serving with the military in Iraq and hasn’t been able to be a part of her pregnancy. I feel fortunate to be able to help them document this special time and to give Brian a glimpse into the beginning of their son’s world.
Ashley requested beach photos and as soon as I read that I knew I wanted to do a sunrise session-thankfully she was up to the challenge!
Baby Nate is due any day now. Keep your fingers crossed that Brian can make it home in time to welcome him into the world!
Thank you, Ashley, for being such a super client-following me from one beach to the next and frolicking around for such a long time!
photo courtesy of Deb Schwedhelm Photography
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“I want to be thoroughly used up when I die, for the harder I work, the more I live. I rejoice in life for its own sake. Life is no ‘brief candle’ to me. It is a sort of splendid torch which I have got hold of for the moment; and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations.” — George Bernard Shaw
