Category Archives: Portraits

May 14-12

Katie was one of the most elegant brides I've ever worked with. She carries herself with grace and love, and that was particularly true of her on her wedding day this past Saturday. Her personality is so sweet - she loves on everyone she meets! One of my favorite moments from her wedding day was when she saw her two flower girls... each girl evoked such excited reactions from Katie!  She loved on those girls, and their age didn't matter. Everyone is important to Katie.

Christian (who is now Katie's husband), was so enamored with Katie! During their first look, he just kept spinning her and looking at her over and over and over again. It was so sweet to see the two of them - inseparable the rest of the day. You can see from her beautiful bridal session why he just kept spinning her - she is stunning!  Their love for their Lord and one another was so sweet - I cannot wait to share photos from their gorgeous wedding.

 

Comments: 3

  1. Samantha May 14, 2012 9:03 am

    Nancy, These are so pretty! I love her veil!

  2. Liz May 14, 2012 9:16 am

    These are so gorgeous and romantic. Nancy!

  3. Aunt Carmen May 14, 2012 11:23 pm

    Beautiful bride. Beautiful pictures

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May 07-12

Kate, you are stunning. The way you laugh at everything, the way you see the best in others, the way you love to dance (as I saw this past Saturday!), the way you live life, the way you cry when something moves you, the way you love Mike and make him smile - you are truly beautiful from the inside out.  Your style is gorgeous - the dress, the veil, the bouquet, the shoes! I am so excited to share images from your wedding day, just as I have been so excited to share this bridal session.

The Graylyn was the perfect location for Kate's beautiful bridal session. Enjoy these lovely images of Mrs. Kate Dullaghan!

Comments: 11

  1. Samantha May 7, 2012 9:47 am

    These are beautiful, Nancy!!

  2. Liz May 7, 2012 10:15 am

    Just stunning, Nancy!

  3. Em May 7, 2012 11:04 am

    Gorgeous! Love these, and love her dress!

  4. Sarah Der May 7, 2012 12:57 pm

    Nancy, these are so, so beautiful! I love every single one!

  5. Melissa Tuck May 7, 2012 5:35 pm

    LOVE this location! I can only dream to shoot there one day. You did SUCH an incredible job on this shoot! Yay!

  6. Michelle May 7, 2012 7:27 pm

    These are so inspiring and beautiful!

  7. Kristin May 7, 2012 7:37 pm

    So lovely!

  8. Gabby / En Route Photography May 7, 2012 8:01 pm

    JUST WOW! Gorgeous dress and those cherry blossoms… sigh

  9. Stephanie May 9, 2012 9:25 pm

    I adore that dress! Kate, you are stunning.

  10. Lindsay Robertson May 10, 2012 12:54 pm

    Beautiful…as always! Loved each and every one.

  11. Melissa May 13, 2012 7:43 pm

    Nancy! Thank you for capturing my beautiful friend in the most beautiful gown in such a beautiful way :) Cannot wait to see what you got at the wedding and reception – good gracious that wedding was a BLAST! xo

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Apr 17-12

Love these images oh. so. much.

I spent the afternoon with Lara and tiny Gracie the other week, and had such a sweet time! Grace is growing growing growing, and it's amazing to see her little personality shine in her smile, her laughs, her looks, her giggles. She is one happy baby. I loved Lara's idea for the session - portraying all of the many hats that Lara wears! Mom, Business owner, Magazine editor, Consultant... the list goes on and on. What better way than to capture Lara at her desk, with happy Grace in her lap!

Lara, I am so thankful for you. What a role model you are! Wife, Mama, Leader, Inspiration, business owner... always blessings others and infusing power and motivation into the lives of many. You are one beautiful woman, inside and out! Thankful to call you friend. (And thanks, Susan, for snapping this pic!)

 

Comments: 4

  1. Liz April 17, 2012 4:34 pm

    OH my gosh – love all these – especially the first one – what a love!! The images are just all so clean and fresh and uncluttered – love that too.

  2. Gina Palha April 19, 2012 1:27 pm

    As always you did an amazing work! Grace is pure joy and cuteness and Lara Casey is a truly admirable woman!

  3. Kristin April 23, 2012 12:19 pm

    So sweet :)

  4. audra April 24, 2012 4:59 pm

    she is such a beautiful client to have. what cherished photographs she will have to document motherhood. :-)

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Mar 26-12

Congratulations to Michael and Michelle on a beautiful and very exciting wedding this past Saturday!  Michelle - you were stunning. I'm so happy that amidst the storms, you were able to have your sunny outdoor ceremony.  And even though the party ended a little early due to monsoon-like conditions, you two had such a great attitude about it. I know you'll be able to weather any more storms that come your way - together.

Enjoy a glimpse of Michelle's lovely bridal portraits at The Sutherland. And yes, she wore a fabulous pink dress and veil!

 

 

 

Comments: 4

  1. Tiffany Medrano March 26, 2012 10:03 am

    What a lovely bride. And her precious wedding gown is a little bit pink isn’t it? I adore it!

  2. Emily March 26, 2012 10:46 am

    Pretty! And I love her bow shoes!

  3. Asha March 26, 2012 10:58 am

    Love her dress!
    Fabulous photos as always!

  4. Laura Kelly March 26, 2012 1:10 pm

    So lovely! I love your use of the white in the background :) you’re amazing.

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Mar 19-12

If I could describe Brittaney with one word, it would be joyful. She exudes joy in everything she does. In her laughter, in her tears, in her beauty, in the way she simply talks to me, friends, her sweet family, her now-husband... she is so happy to be alive and in love. She is grateful for each day she is given. That's the kind of person she is, and you only have to spend about 5 minutes with her to realize that about her :]

Brittaney, what a privilege it was to capture your beautiful wedding this weekend! You truly are beautiful, inside and out.

 

Comments: 12

  1. Rachel March 19, 2012 1:03 pm

    I think these are perhaps my most favorite bridals of your yet, Nancy. Brittaney, you are lovely!

  2. Amber Swift March 19, 2012 1:15 pm

    Love these Nancy!! You’re so talented! Thankful for you to capture my sister’s big day!

  3. Kitzi Emery March 19, 2012 4:17 pm

    Brittaney is a photographer’s dream, isn’t she? These are gorgeous, sweet, priceless!

  4. Mackenzie March 19, 2012 4:21 pm

    Stunning! Love her bouquet!

  5. Judy Kessinger March 19, 2012 4:27 pm

    One word comes to mind ~ Stunning!

  6. Lynn Swift March 19, 2012 4:59 pm

    Nancy we love you and Will and consider it such an honor to have had this time with both of you. Brittaney and Jeff will cherish this day forever and you have captured the moments so beautifully.You know Brittaney well and it warms my heart to hear your sweet words about my daughter because “joyful” is who she truly is!

  7. Mackenzie Henry March 19, 2012 5:11 pm

    These are gorgeous photos! Brittaney was a stunning bride whose joy shines from the inside. Great photos and cannot wait to see the wedding day photos!

  8. Laura Kelly March 20, 2012 9:21 am

    Nancy these are gorgeous! I really think this is some of your best in terms of bridal portraits, amazing job <3

  9. Cameron Swift March 20, 2012 8:19 pm

    So beautiful! It was great meeting you and Will this weekend!

  10. Lisa Marie Egan March 21, 2012 11:16 pm

    Beautiful Beautiful Bride~Beautiful work Nancy! What a treasure to find someone who captures such precious moments so well!!!!

  11. Brittaney March 29, 2012 10:23 am

    Thank you for your kind words Nancy! Jeff and I were so honored for you and your husband to be a part of our wedding- we are looking forward to more of your pictures :) You are both so talented :)

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