The Girl and The Boy...

I have been lucky enough to watch Freya and Seamus, my friend Kirsten's kids, grow into amazing little people over the past few years. I photographed them almost exactly two years ago.

They are both beautiful, have great imaginations, and loved immensely. 

 

 Freya's long blond braids and Seamus's strawberry locks are to die for.  

And, ever a lover of stuffed animals, I mustn't forget to include Lovies the bunny, and Frog and Bear. 

Amazingly, Lovie, Frog and Bear, have managed to hang on since our first shoot two years ago!

Look at how new Bear looked! And Lovie...wasn't quite as loved yet.

 

My favorite thing about photographing kids is capturing true, unbridled joy.

I can't help but smile too when I look at these:   

Looking forward to witnessing these little ones as they continue on their own adventures...

Awaiting Baby Grace...

If you were to look up strong, bad ass, rockin', cool as all get out, yoga mama, 

you would would find this very picture:

Followed, most likely, by this photo:

 

I mean, you can practically see the outline of the baby in there!

This beautiful mama to be is Sarah, one of the owners of the super cool yoga joint, 

Charleston Power Yoga.  

Judging by her glow and amazing aura, this is the spot to be!

She and her husband met me out on Sullivan's Island to to a few shots this past week.  

It was an absolutely beautiful morning, with a gentle breeze fighting off the looming summer heat.

The light played of the patterns in the sand, and the tips of the grasses blowing in the wind.  

This spot never gets old.

 Sarah mentioned wanting some photos for a wall in Grace's nursery.  

Judging by the love and excitement shared between this couple, baby Grace is going to 

come into this world surrounded by all the love she can soak up.

 

Congrats you two! You are going to make one fine mama and papa team:)

A Few Of My Favorite Things...Charleston Edition

I must say, that I just love Charleston, and most everything about it.  If I have a day off, or some down time, I try to include at least one of the following things.  If I can get two in, it's going to be a day for the ages!  These are all iPhone shots,  moments in my every day life...

Rice and Bean Bowl from Dellz Deli.  Cruising on my New Belgium Breweries Wonder Bike. 

Gerber daisies on my front steps.    Relaxing with my husband at the beach.  

  

Coming home into the sunset over the Cooper River Bridge. Jasmine blooming on my fence.

 

Shrimp boats at Shem Creek.  Getting my sweat on at Charleston RIDE.  

Charleston Cornices.  The dock at Longborough.  

Riding bikes to the battery with the best of friends.  The new park at Shem Creek.

Kirbi + Russell

When I first laid eyes on Kirbi's veil, I knew it was going to be a good day.  Then, as I started getting to know Kirbi and Russ, and their friends and family, I knew it was going to be an awesome day.  The colorful array of DIY personal touches mixed in with vibrant flowers, and amazing bright yellow bridesmaids dresses made for a very fun palate.  Despite a little rain, everyone pulled together for a beautiful ceremony showcasing a great young couple with a lifetime together ahead of them.  Kirbi and Russ, it was a joy capturing your wedding! Best wishes!