Olivia | Lifestyle Newborn Portrait Session

It’s no secret that I love weddings BUT reconnecting with a DMP couple to photograph their newest little addition is definitely high on the list too. ⁣Amanda & Lance said 'I Do' five years ago in Demopolis, Alabama. And just welcomed a sweet baby girl into their family. 🎀⁣⁣

I absolutely loved catching up with them in their sweet home to photograph their growing family. I am so thankful that they've trusted me to capture their biggest life moments thus far.

Oh hey there sweet baby girl!

Lucy was very protective over her little sister & of course had to make sure I was treating her well. But also wanted a few close ups of her own!

Every little detail in Olivia’s nursery was adorable, wouldn’t you agree?

Welcome Olivia! We’re so glad that you are here & cannot wait to watch you grow up.

Proud Parents: Amanda & Lance

Abbie & Jacob | Mobile Bay Engagement Portrait Session

It’s no secret that I love the Gulf Coast. And it’s no secret that I have the absolute best clients.

Abbie & Jacob made my dreams come true when they asked me to capture their love story. Abbie was born & raised in Birmingham, Alabama & Jacob from Cincinnati, Ohio. The University of Mobile brought them together & after just three dates, Jacob knew he had found his future wife.

A year later, Jacob was down on one knee on the Bluff in Fairhope, Alabama asking for Abbie’s hand in marriage. He had the ring & planned to wait for a weekend when all of their friends were in town, but he couldn’t wait.

I am pretty sure I screamed like a little girl when I found out this beautiful girl was engaged. From bible studies to coffee chats, I have grown to adore Abbie & her friendship. And now I get to celebrate her in this exciting season of life.

Aren’t they absolutely adorable?! Also shout-out to Jacob for looking dapper in his sports-coat in 90+ degrees.

After our time in downtown Mobile, we headed across the bay to catch the sunset. And let me just tell you, it was worth it.

See that bench in the background? That’s the spot where Jacob asked Abbie to be his wife!

Seriously cannot wait to kick off 2020 with these two!

Styled Shoot | Farmer Florist Birmingham, Alabama

Styled shoots weren’t much of a thing when this Alabama Wedding Photographer got her start. Maybe they were, I just wasn’t in “the know”.

Doesn’t matter because now I am hooked on all things styled shoots! Here are three reasons why:

1. I had the chance to release my creativity. There’s no pressure to get the perfect shot. You are simply encouraged to be the artist that you are. A nice little breathe of fresh air.

2. I mingled with the best of the best. On this Farmer Florist Styled Shoot in particular, I got to reconnect with some photographer friends & meet new ones. I got to meet some of the vendors & personally thank them for gifting us with their talents for us to photograph. I also encouraged real brides as they plan out their very own wedding days.

3. And if those two reasons weren’t enough, I got some really gorgeous images from the day. Ones that I can share with all vendors & ones that will be great for my portfolio!

Now for the real reason you are here - scroll through for all the prettiness that made this Farmer Florist Styled Shoot amazing!

This Build-A-Bride gown & Preslie were a match made in heaven! Gorgeous!

Deyvon was the absolute sweetest & wore a beautiful piece from Made in the Deep South jewelry. Wouldn’t you agree?

Madison & Tristan are a real life couple! Aren’t they adorable?! Tristan was such a good sport & absolutely adores his girl. Cannot wait to see portraits from their wedding next summer.

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Huge shout out to Meagan of Alabama Eden Flowers for putting together this amazing styled shoot. She had a vision & ran with it. She chose to support local Alabama farmers to create all the bouquets & arrangements - which I absolutely loved! So naturally I had to take a few fun behind the scenes shots. All vendors are tagged below. Cannot wait to work with some of these incredibly talented people again soon!

Farmer Florist Styled Shoot 2019 Vendors:

PLANNING & FLORALS - Alabama Eden

RIBBONS - Honey Silks & Co.

GOWNS - Felicia Lane, Build-A-Bride

INVITATIONS - The Invitation Loft

SHOES - Bella Belle Shoes

JEWELRY - Made in the Deep South

TABLEWARE - Tea & Old Roses

HANDLETTERING - Jessica White Hand Lettering

RENTALS - The Mayo’s Homestead & Something Borrowed Two

MENSWARE - Jos. A. Bank

RINGBOX - The Velvet Garden Ring Box

VOW BOOK - Wedding Story Writer

CAKE - Sugar & Stems

LINENS - Nuage Designs

CATERING - Local Joe’s Catering

DRINKS - Alabama Sweet Tea

HAMU - Ashlyn, Beloved Beauty by Britt & Jordan Molock

MODELS - Devyne Mayo, Madison M. Barron, Preslie Gifford & Tristan Kirk

FARMERS - Deep Roots Flower Farm, Bel Air Farm, Magic City Flower Market & Sanctuary Farms

Kayla & Garrett | Avondale Park Engagement Portrait Session

Being a photographer who is new to Birmingham, Alabama I love exploring all the different locations we have at our disposal for portrait sessions. Avondale Park was next on my list & Kayla & Garrett were on board for an adventure. To which I am so glad!

We started their Birmingham engagement portrait session in Avondale Park. From the stone amphitheater to the little creek, treasures were everywhere. It’s like we jumped across the pond to somewhere over in England, you know the cute little towns where epic love stories are written.

Kayla & Garrett have been dating for 6 years. They met through mutual friends & after just three dates she knew. Garrett was soon to follow, “I love how she loves me for me. She doesn’t try to change me.”

^ Adding this portrait to my all time favorite black & white portraits.

We stumbled upon this little sunflower garden & had to stop. Garrett used a bouquet of 24 sunflowers, her favorite, and one rose to propose.

Thanks for spending your afternoon roaming around Avondale with me! I cannot wait for your fall wedding in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Venues: Avondale Park & Avondale Brewing Company

Lauren | University of Alabama at Birmingham Senior

Mini marathon mixed with many vibrant colors is how I would describe this downtown Birmingham, Alabama senior portrait session. Lauren is a small town girl who came to the big city of Birmingham for college & completely fell in love. So much so that she has plans to stay.

Lauren came with me with this idea of including several of Birmingham’s murals in her college senior portraits & then let me run with the route. *Literally. We started out at Railroad Park for a view of the city including the Regions building where she will soon take her first job out of college with a Bachelor’s in Accounting from UAB.

We made stops at the Color Tunnel & the Rotary Trail, before jumping for joy at John’s City Diner with the popular “It’s nice to have you in Birmingham” mural. Scroll through & let us know which stop is your favorite!

LOVE this Friends reference! *Also, decorating your caps wasn’t a thing when I graduated but I think it’s super cute to add a little personality.

Congrats Lauren! Thanks for allowing DMP to celebrate this exciting season with you!

Olivia | Summertime Birthday Portrait Session

My how fast a year goes by! Olivia turned ONE & brought along her parents to celebrate.

You might recognize her parents as one of my DMP couples. Two years ago, the Roberts danced the night away on the boardwalk of the Five Rivers - Alabama Delta Resource Center. And a year ago, we snuck away to Dauphin Island for their maternity portrait session before their baby girl’s arrival.

Olivia just so happens to be my niece & it has been so much fun to watch her personality develop over the year. Excited to see her grow up!

Ruffle butts are hands down the cutest thing ever! Add little thigh rolls & you’re golden!

You know I had to sneak just one couple photo in their family session.

Happy One Year Olivia! Excited to watch you grow up!