Love in the Rain

One of the best parts of my job is getting to see how an entire family fits together. I first met A when she came with her sister to have pictures taken of her niece (who actually is on of my new MAM's models and will have her portrait on the wall - as soon as I can frame it without injuring myself) - and when she called me the day after she go engaged I found myself just as excited - She and J came for engagement portraits with her parents so I added on even more - Well after shooting this precious couple ...in the rain no less I have to say I CANNOT Wait until their wedding!!!!!
-Laurie

Getting Everything Perfect...

Does this ever happen to you? Not me...I try so hard to get things just so and it never seems to stay that way (I am sure it has nothing to do with the 2 little tornadoes that live in my world) Well I met someone who did!!!! F and B wedding was truly perfect!!!!! Everything from the weather to the church to the beautiful job they did on the Grady Cultural Center to the incredible food, even down to our picture schedule (they were actually ready for picture early). And the most important part was how much they seem perfect for each other. I know they will spend a lifetime realizing what a special blessing they have in each other. We were just so lucky to be part of this extremely fun and happy day!!!!! Thanks guys!!!!!

Becoming man and wife

I love weddings!!! I especially love brides!!!! It seems that I always seem to get the kindest sweetest brides to work with, no bridezillas for me!!!! But what I think I love the most about a wedding day is watching the magical moment when a couple stops being individuals and become one. I can tell you the exact moment I saw it with R and M. With out going into too much detail before the wedding was quite a stressful time for the bride...but she managed beautifully. However after the wedding, in the back room where very few people get to be I saw it. She completely let go and a total peace came over her as she came to understand that any other issues that came that day would be faced with her husband by her side. Of course there were no other stressful moments but it was very clear to me that this couple depends on each other greatly. Thanks you R and M for allowing Steve and I a chance to be part of your day as it was a precious reminder of why we are married as well. We pray that you too will have the love and joy we found as well!!!! And here is a sneak peak...

When did I become a stalker?????

Yes it is true- It is officail - I am a stalker. I have been shamelessly following serveral people lately and it is time I finally came clean. So here it is...Hi, I am Laurie and I am a blog stalker. I love to read blogs!!!!! I am addicited!!!! So much so I even have them sent to my email for ease and speed. Which blogs do I stalk you may ask...mostly photography ones...tips and tutorials...also some other incredible photograhers I have found along the way - usually the ones with the good stories - and the worst part is I will start with one - hyperlink to another and an hour later I yell at myself!!!!! But I will say this I feel like you all benefit as in my own humble opinion my pictures keep getting better - or atleast they are changing. Ok - so the point to all of this rambling is - I know that there are several of you out there who are the same as I am only you are blog stalking here. I know because I finally figured out google analytics and I can see the numbers every day... I will admit they are not huge numbers but we do not live in a huge area - we are a small communtiy so small is fine with me. But here is the thing...I want to know how I can make your addiction worthwhile. I have though of offering some specials available only to those who check the blog or even running a blog contest every so often... but if I am wrong and the stalkers are only my family and my best friend - Hey Tanya - then what's the use? So leve a comment here over the next week or so and let me know you are out there and tell me what other things you would like to see on the blog. Would you like more personal stories - or less stories - more background on the clients and their story - product offereings - giveaways - what is it? Thanks ahead of time... we want to be as good as we can be at what we do... (who knows maybe our firs giveaway will start with this post)



and PS - Mom, Dad - you are not qualified to enter!!!!! Sorry!!



and PSS - a picture is always needed so here is one from me... (my adorable new nephew has already perfected the "I said, 'NO MORE PICTURES" look. Isn't he adorable!!!!!!

Murphey's Law...

Murphey's Law for weddings...

If everything that can go worng does go wrong at your wedding...then your marriage is destined to be wonderful!!! (Well it may not be an exact translation...but it is close.) B and C had planned the most beautiful and special wedding ever. Every detail was hand picked or handmade for this outdoor southern wedding. The flowers were all placed in her grandmother's antique glassware, drinks were served in mason jars with coordinating ribbon, the Mand M's even matched the color sceme, and as a last detail all the water bottles were made to match. So of course something (or even things)had to happen to make this wedding feel equal to all the rest of ours. The best part though...All things work together for good!!! B and C did not let any disater even take away from a single memory. In 10 years they may even laugh about some of it (well maybe 20 years). Here are the highlights...

The sewing of the bride into her dress after the zipper went on an early vacation!

The final result...Stunning

First Moments Together

A single rose was placed in honor of a little one who watched the wedding from above.

The first kiss

We Have Been Published!!!!

How excited are we? The owners of Hype Strype, a wholesale gift company located here in Pelham are featured this quarter in the current issue of Gift Shop Magazine. We were thrilled that customers all over would learn what we already know...their personalized note cards and accessories are as fun as they are practical. Infact, there are several times in your experience with In the Moment Photography and Design that you will receive an item from them. Anyway to make a long story even longer they asked us to shoot a picture to submit for the issue in which they were to be featured. It was selected and as you can see it accompanies the article Monogram Mania. Congratulations to Hype Strype and thanks for including us.

It's about time!!!!!! (part2)

I know D and S are anxious for us to post more pictures - I just have to say I am amazed at some of the new things Steve is working on - My personal favorite is the panoramic view with Ft. Clinche in the background. Anyway thanks again guys it was a true joy!!!!!!

Love ya - Laurie

It's about time!!!!!

OK so I know the blog title is a ltle harsh - but if I used another answer to prayer again I think people would shudder. This couple is so very special to me - the groom and I were high school friend - I have watched him meet many a girl and never felt like he had found "the one" until now. The bride S. is as beautiful on the inside as on the out. She is it. I am so thrilled we got to be there - and no not just because who wouldn't want to be at beach wedding - but what a thill to watch a life begin!!!! Thanks S and D for changing everything around so we could be there - It meant the world to us. (part 2 to follow)