His love is never ending, His grace is abounding, His mercy is eternal. 

"Give thanks to the LORD because he is good, because his faithful love endures forever."

To be loved so fervently despite our failures and shortcomings is a gift.

"Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins."

Pressing Pause.

That's exactly what photography does for my clients...my friends.  I can press pause on a moment in time for them that means something. 

It's not about the posed smile, the matching outfits, or the props.

It could be meeting their new baby for the first time, a walk down the aisle, or a game of chase in a tree farm.

Whatever the moment, I'm grateful to capture it.

What could be more fun than twirling, eating cake, laughing, and balloons!?!?

Tiny fingers, tiny toes, big brother's kisses, and lots of bows!

We chased crickets, climbed stairs, ran around open fields, took a short break to sit down, and repeated the entire thing!  It was SO.MUCH.FUN!

It is always fun to see how these babies will react to their first birthday cake - will they love it, devour it, not touch it, get really excited...?!  Capturing their expressions as they take those first bites makes me giggle every time.

Hopefully we are past the HOT, HOT days and starting to cruise into cooler evenings that are actually enjoyable enough to spend time outside!  That's what I loved about this session, as the sun started to set, the smiles got sweeter, the laughs were louder, and it was the perfect time to try to catch a fish...or two!

Okay, so tears definitely flowed as I watched my "little" brother propose to his beautiful girlfriend! 

When he first asked me to capture this moment for them, I was so stunned I couldn't speak...you see, I've been waiting for him to pop this oh, so important question for quite some time!!!  A little white lie had Megan convinced that I needed her help scouting new locations at her beloved Alma Mater.  But, this "regular session" turned into so much more than she imagined :)

To be there and witness the moment when she was so surprised just brought tears to my eyes (and even fogged my camera up a little haha)!

Congratulations Jonathan and Megan - I love you both so dearly!

This sweet boy is already growing up so fast.  His big brother and sister think the world of him and it's easy to see why!  Too much cuteness!

What an absolute treat this was to photograph a Grandmother and her Granddaughter as a surprise for the Mom!  Between twirls, finding flowers, reading books, and laughing it wasn't like a session at all - it was just a day they spent outside having fun! 

Just a relaxing stroll around the park capturing this wonderful family and celebrating as their little girl turns ONE!  Each milestone is so special and I adore being able to save these memories for the family. 

Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.  JAMES 1:17

How sweet is this smile?!  One funny look from Daddy or a goofy phrase from Mommy and this little beauty would grin ear to ear.  It is so much fun to see their pure innocence at this age when they are beginning to explore the world around them.

I traveled from Newberry to Columbia and back to Williamston to spend the day with this family.  We celebrated an engagement with their daughter and a first birthday with their grandson.

They sure do love their dogs :)

When family members live states away, it's always a great time having them come visit.  For these six cousins, it was a fun evening spent hanging out at the park, loving on the sweet baby, and telling some funny secrets :)

Mother's Day is quickly approaching and I'm so thankful for my own Mother.  She's caring, passionate, beautiful, and such a tremendous help with my son.

So to all you Mothers - Happy Mother's Day!!!!

This session was a special Mommy + Me time where she was able to capture some special moments with her two sons.

"A friend like you is hard to find
A gift that's truly rare,
You held your arms out wide to me
And took up all my cares,

Then carried them along with me
As if they were your own,
You really are the kindest person
I have ever known.

Why was it when I turned around
I saw you stand and stay,
When one by one I watched as all
The others walked away?

Your steadfast faithfulness has surely
Stood the test of time,
And I'm so thankful just to know
A man like you is mine.

So often I have smiled at you and
Sometimes I can see,
The love of Jesus in your face
Smile gently back at me.

If I stayed down upon my knees
From dawn to setting sun,
How could I ever thank the Lord
For everything you've done?

If hearts had words to speak aloud
Of all that they held true,
My heart would shout, "I've found a
Soulmate, husband, friend in you!" "

 A dear friend wanted to surprise her husband with the news that he is soon going to be a daddy.  He was under the impression that they'd won a free photo shoot.

I handed them each a chalkboard and marker and told them to write three things they love about one another.

It was news he was beyond excited to get.  Congratulations Cody and Haley!!

I absolutely adore seeing these babies every few months and watching them grow!  Capturing new milestones, birthdays, and seeing their smiling faces is such a rewarding opportunity.