Ryan H.

Ava W.

Ok, this is not a china doll, she's real. Her name is Ava and she loves cookies. She is absolutely adorable. We started our photo session with fun toys and a singing dog. It seemed to capture Ava's attention for a little while. Once she lost interest in the toys I served her Christmas cookies on a silver platter. That was the SECRET. She sat at the table and tasted everyone of them, even the fake ones. She did wonderful!!!
After the session she got a chance to run around in the dance room across the hall. I captured a few close ups and her dancing around smiling in front of the mirrors. She was such an joy and hopefully we didn't wear her out. Ava and her mom were going shopping right after the shoot. Don't worry I saved myself 2 cookies before my next session. That was lunch. Yum! Yum!
I wish Little Miss Ava and her family a wonderful Holiday Season.

A Present For Grandma and Grandpa

I met Robin last year when I photographed her for the Byres Football Program as the JV Byrnes Cheerleading coach. A year later I'm photographing her little cheerleader and nephew. One of my favorite shots was Jordan looking at the book with Savannah. While trying to pull a smile out of Jordan we did get a few from Savannah. We decided the studio wasn't where this little fellow wanted to be so we went outside to the nearby playground which then put a smile on Logans face. He was in a much happier place climbing on the bars and sliding.
After chatting with Logan parents I realized that my father in-law had taught his mom. It's a small world. It was great meeting these two families and hopefully we captured some fun shots for Grandma and Grandpa.

The Phelps Family " 5 Sweet Blesings"

I was invited to take photographs of these sweet families for Christmas. With a beautiful country setting as the backdrop we managed to get everyone smiling for a Big group photo, (well almost everyone!:)
All of the children were dressed in their finest. After capturing all of the family shots the children changed into their Christmas jammies. We went from opening presents under the Christmas tree to playing in the leaves, which was a hit. What fun to pile up a bunch of leaves and play. Even the grandparents were caught sitting in the leaf pile. The kids were a joy to photograph even if they weren't thrilled I was there taking their pictures. Thanks to Reid for being the big brother and cousin and helping with the little ones.
For Carla and Bill, I know Christmas will be fun at their house. Merry Christmas to a beautiful Family! It was fun getting to know the clan.

The Durham Family

The Durham family met me at my studio in the Big town of Reidville. After meeting them for the first time I new we had a lot in common. They live on a small farm and raise beef and show cattle. With that I new the Reidville community would be a nice setting for a countryside backdrop. We rode to several locations with old barns and fencing. I believe we captured what this family was all about. Loving the outdoors and being together.
They are a very sweet and close family. I enjoyed meeting and photographing them. The boys Conner and Cameron were great sports. I just wanted to share some of my favorite shots.

Justin Henson Signs for North Greenville

I met Justin and his family back in October when I did his Sr. Portraits. Justin not only is a
fireman and a drag racer, but an awesome athlete. Pitching for Landrum High School they brought home the 2007 State Championship trophy. His mom called me for signing day to come photograph this special event. I must say it was my first, and I was very excited to do so.
I wanted Justin and his family to be able to relax and enjoy the moment and let me worry about the pictures.
Justin will be taking his baseball skills to North Greenville College in 2009. I wish him the best and maybe I'll get over to photograph a game soon.
Congratulations Justin!!!

Sunday fall day with little miss M.

This little model in only 31/2. and was a joy to photograph. As we started the shoot we were having so much fun and I realized my camera didn't warn me there was no flash card. Whoops!
Thankfully I realized it early and we carried on.... After playing games and M. singing her favorite songs we captured lots of fun candid shots. I love seeing kids be kids and bringing out their own personality in their photographs. As her mom and dad looked on she became more comfortable and began smiling and being herself. After about an hour and a leaf fight our shoot ended with a song and a hug. As I left, I went to church and realized I was covered in leaves from head to toe, but that was ok! Thanks for a fun day!

Hannah

Oh My! What a fun, spontaneous and quick shoot. I met Hannah cheering at one of the local schools. After taking her Cheer pictures her mom contacted me to take a picture for the Grandparents\ for Christmas That sounded great, but then wanted it taken with the love of their lives Molly and oddie. Molly was very cooperative as Oddie was a ton of fun. He wanted to be adventurous and explore. I told Hannah to stay posed as mom and dad handled the dogs. Out of many shots we finally captured everyone looking at the camera. Misson accomplished. Being a dog lover I was totally in my element. Thanks for sharing your pooches.

Brooke

Sunday I spent about 3 hours with Brooke. A rising Senior full of fun as her youthful spirit shined through each photograph. With her country wear, we had the perfect setting around the rustic town of Reidville . We spent most of our shoot in the area , then moving on to downtown Duncan and ending up in the studio where we photographed Brooke in her Pageant dress from the Miss Byrnes Class Pageant which she is now serving as Miss Jr Class beauty. Her sweet dog arrived at the studio as we were finishing the shoot so I couldn't let the night end without a photograph of Brooke and the love of her life"Daytona". I had a great time with Brooke and enjoyed out chats in between photographs. She was a natural beauty and easy to capture that natural look. Thanks for a fun Sunday afternoon.

Justin and Hemi

Where do I begin to describe this Senior session. I met and photographed the most amazing guy today. Justin is a pitcher for Landrum high school, a fireman, works on a farm and drag races a 69 dodge dart. How he does it all and goes to school fascinated me. I learned about engines, racing, and got to visit www.HodgeRestoration.com. They restore old Chrysler cars. Next we visited the fire department where Justin is a fireman. I don't think I had ever been that close to a fire truck. I was hoping they would get a call so I could tag along and get some action shots of Justin in his gear putting his skills to work. I got to meet his Greman Shepard named Hemi. She was excited to get her picture made and pose well for the camera. I had a great time and felt like I was on a field trip rather than a photo shoot. It was very educational. I hope to go to one of Justin's races sometime and grab some action shots. Thanks for a great day!

The Parker Triplets

Once again I had a chance to photograph more of Dr. Nease and Higginbotham's patients for an office Poster. These three were fun and full of ideas at Happy Hollow park in Converse Heights. I am including a picture of the cat which was very relaxed and laid back, he didn't mind us at all. I enjoyed getting to know this crew. I have twins and can't imagine having 3 when they were babies. Thanks for a short, but successful photo shoot.

Hannah and Luke's Wedding

Another Knot has been tied, joining Luke and Hannah together as husband and wife. The ceremony was held at Poplar Springs Baptist Church. It was a simple, but elegant setting. The church was filled with friends and family. It was a beautiful service and reception. The two will make their home in Columbia. I am glad I was asked to photograph their wedding. I have known Hannah's family for quite a while. They are true friends and I'm glad to have been able to capture this special day with the people that mean the most to them. Good Luck and many blessings.

Hannah's Bridal Portraits

We finally get to reveal Hannah's Bridal portraits that had to be kept SSSHHH until after the wedding. At the end of our session which was held at Hannah's Grandparent's home we left
with a Grand Idea to finish off the shoot with Luke's BIG TRUCK. Luke had a BIG, TALL,, GIANT truck. He had went home for the weekend and the truck was left sitting in Hannah's yard. With that beautiful white dress Hannah
climbed in the truck for some surprise pictures for Luke. I'm sure these will be some of his favorites. We only managed to get just a couple of spots on the dress which did come out before the wedding. I had a great time.

Smiling "Lowry"

This happy photo shoot made my day. What better way to start a day full of smiles! Little Lowry did just that. I hardly captured a photograph when he wasn't smiling. His first picture was in his dads boots. ( He's already trying to fill his shoes) Katie, Lowry's mom, Suzie his grandmother and myself were laughing so hard we were crying and Lowry was loving every minute of it.
He was beyond a pleasue to photograph. I sure hope he comes back to visit. He certainly brightened my day.
Suzie was a wonderful assistant, sweeping, shaking the lamb, and giving us ideas......
I appreciate all your help. Enjoy your apples and please come back for more.
Thanks for a bright morning!!!!

Chandelle M.

Recently I received a call from Chandelle"s mom about doing her Sr. pictures. Trying to get them done before a yearbook deadline, Chandelle and I took off on our photographing excursion. This girl was amazing...... She was an absolute natural in front of the camera.
She plans to go into radiology after her Sr. year, ( I think she should take up modeling as a second job. :)
She marches with the Byrnes Band and with that doesn't have much time for anything else. She and I had a lot in common with our love for animals. During our session a cat came from nowhere and we stopped everything to give it a hug and make sure he was not a stray. I enjoyed spending time with Chandelle. To top off the day we went to Krispy Kreme for a cold drink and their amazing crushed ice. We were given 2 boxes of "ugly doughuts" for free. So Chandelle not only got her Senior portraits done she got a free box of doughnuts as a bonus.
I truly don't know how she will pick a Senior picture our of all we took. She is so photogenic and was a pleasure to work with.
Chandelle, I'll be looking for you on the field. Have a GREAT Senior year!

Shari and David's Wedding

The setting of David and Shari's wedding was at the foothills of Landrum SC. The Red Horse Inn, tucked away down a long gravel drive surrounded by trees, rolling hills and white fencing. I have decided this is my favorite place to photograph weddings. This family was so kind and made me feel like part of the family from the first time we met at Ihops to the wedding day.
It was a very quaint ceremony with only family and close friends. Between the beauty surrounding us and a few happy tears David and Shari exchanged their vows with sweet words
and emotion. At the reception the kids were running barefoot in the lush green grass enjoying the first day of fall. The reception was a sit down dinner catered by Stone Soup in Landrum.
I appreciate David and Shari inviting me to photograph their special day.
I wish them much happiness and love in their future together.
Best Wishes!

Georgia

Georgia was a patient of Dr. Nease and Higginbotham Orthodontics (www.drnease.com)
She has recently gotten her braces off. Georgia has a beautiful smile and personality. We had fun on our shoot at River Falls and Reidville dodging spiders in the barn, walking through briars, and making a scene as cars rode by. Georgia was a great model. Her picture will be hanging on the wall of Dr. Nease and Higginbotham's new office on hwy. 290.