House of Crosses

I had a day out shooting for fun with my friend Tricia - she lives in Prattville and there are so many cool places to photograph around there, so we started with a church, grabbed some lunch and kept going to battle mosquitos in the 'bamboo forest' and finished at the landmark House of Crosses. I'm not from around here, so this was all new to me... I don't know the entire story regarding the House of Crosses, but apparently the man who started this passed away about 4 years ago. He put out a cross supposedly everyday his wife survived cancer from the day of her diagnosis. But there may be other stories, so don't quote me! 

This place is very interesting - to me it was peaceful yet unnerving. Hard to describe...there are hundreds of decaying crosses and messages constructed on old appliances, car parts, anything you can think of. Something you'll have to see for yourself, but here's a few images I captured on our adventure.

Thank you, Tricia, for the tour and hangin with me! And of course, being my mosquito repellant! :)

last week's roadtrip - INDIANA!

John & I went to my hometown of North Judson, Indiana last week - it was a whirlwind trip to see my Grandma, who is doing great. It was John's first time meeting her. While we were there, we caught a drive-in movie in Plymouth. Very cool - and to add to the whole nostalgia of the evening, we were in John's mom's T-bird, so of course we got a view of the movie and the stars! The b/w shot of the field of sunflowers was also near NJ. Growing up, I only thought sunflower fields were in Kansas, so it was a photo op for me as opposed to the corn ;)

Catrina & Corey

What a great couple! I finally got to meet Catrina and Corey the day of their wedding this past Saturday. Catrina is one of those gals that you know is a sweetheart from the first conversation on the phone. They came back from Texas to get married in Catrina's hometown of Montgomery. Here's a small sample from the evening wedding - can't wait to hear about the remaining party hours, this crowd was getting down with the very first dance!

It was great meeting you two! Stay in touch!

the 'R' family

I've been traveling a bit...so I am behind on a few posts! While I was in Atlanta last week for the 'I Shoot People' seminar, I was able to meet up with a wonderful couple, Robin and 'Reca' and their two adorable kids, Rebecca and Roman (aka 'Noodle'). We had a lot of fun shooting and catching up in my vacant condo which served as a nice background for a simple family session. Miss you guys! Thanx again, Robin!

Haylin turns 1

I had the privilege of meeting little Haylin who just turned 1 year this past weekend. Her mom and big sister came to the shoot - my first kid at my studio! We had a good time keeping Haylin contained and entertained. Which doesn't take much at age one. She is the cutest thing in her little pink tutu, don't you think?

My cousin's new baby...

My cousin Melody and her husband just had a little boy a few weeks ago...I just got to meet him for a few hours this past Saturday...just a few images...

Heather & Joe Engagement

Heather and Joe were my first clients at the new studio! We started there, but ended up catching a few shots down by the river before dark. They are such a cute couple (sorry, had to throw cute in there!) If you know Joe, see if you recognize him...without the hair. Thanx for such a fun time you two - I'll bring more Raisinettes next time!

Valerie & Brad

Valerie & Brad tied the knot a few weeks ago (I'm a week behind on the blog!), but I know their beautiful wedding was just the beginning of many years to come of fun, crazy times. It was my first time meeting Brad - I love grooms that I can get to do about anything for the camera :) Congratulations to you both, here are a select few of the Columbus, Georgia wedding...