Just Because Session ~ Shannon & Mark ~ Charlotte Portrait Photographer

Shannon is such a sweetheart and I just love her bubbly personality. Mark seemed a little skeptical to do the session but he definitely loosened up as we got going and frankly, he’s such a teddy bear. No wonder these two are so in love! And being in love is exactly the reason for this session. They were married almost two years ago and simply wanted to get some hot shots of the two of them together before they “add” to their family.

I also wanted to include some fun facts about the two of them before looking at their photos. Here they are:

SHANNON

Favorite Food: Seafood—I love it all! (I’m from the beach!)
Favorite Color: Pink!
Favorite Song: Sweet home Alabama!
Favorite Hobby: Shopping (ha..this is true)
Biggest Pet Peeve: I hate hate hate when people talk with their mouths slam full of food!


MARK

Favorite Food: Pizza
Favorite Color: Red (Go Pack)
Favorite Song: “Anything” by Jack Johnson
Favorite Hobby: Playing guitar!
Biggest Pet Peeve: Bad drivers!

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WPD Contest! Don’t Forget to Vote!

Hey everyone! If you haven’t done so please visit Wedding Photography Directory’s 2009 contest and vote for my three images. Here are the direct links to each image.

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Wedding Photography ~ Tracie & Thomas ~ Charlotte Wedding Photographer

Tracie & Thomas’ wedding was one of the most fun weddings that I have shot. And the love that Tracie and Thomas have for each other is very apparent. They met in London while Tracie was studying fashion and Thomas was on tour with his crew. Their story of how they fell in love is very endearing and you can learn more about it on their personal website.

Also, for those of you who may be curious about how my pregnancy is coming along. It is going amazing! I REALLY hoped and prayed that I would at least last until AFTER Tracie & Thomas’ wedding because I just didn’t want to miss out on it. I am about 38 weeks along right now and pretty much due any day really. THANKFULLY I had the AMAZING Cheyenne Schultz with me on Saturday to help out “just in case”. ALSO, my most wonderful husband in the world was also there (as he is for every wedding) to help me out with everything I needed. He is the most amazing man in the world and am so grateful to have him in my life. Without him, I would not be where I am or who I am today in the photography world. Thank you, baby!

**NOTE** These images are copyrighted. If you would like to use these images on your Facebook, MySpace, personal blog (etc…) then you may copy them as long as you leave the watermark on the photos and provide a link back to this blog post. THANK YOU for your cooperation!!!

Trace’s dress was designed by Austin Scarlett who was a Season One Project Runway contestant and now works for Kenneth Pool’s Amsale wedding dress line. Seriously, is this not one of the most gorgeous dresses you have ever seen???
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How adorable are these hot pink slingbacks by Christian Louboutin?
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Some shots of the beautiful jewelry she wore.
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The girls hangin’ out while everyone was gettin’ their hair did.
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One of my favorite shots of the day. It just cracked me up.
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Tracie pulling up in her classic Bentley.
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I LOVE the way Tracie is looking at her father here. So precious.
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Everyone hanging out before the ceremony started.
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Thomas watching Tracie coming down the aisle.
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Their said their vows at the beautiful First Baptist Church West.
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Thomas is quite the jokester.
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Jumping the broom.
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Showing off his bride.
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Happily Married!
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The GORGEOUS bridal party.
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Don’t you just love the pink?
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How cool is this groom’s cake???
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A funny speech by Miss Tracie’s father.
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Their first dance.
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Thomas with one of the flower girls.
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Digging for gold.
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Thomas performs for a living. Why not make a music video at his own reception? They were cracking me up!
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Stealing a moment together.
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By far one of the funniest things I have ever seen. What a way to end the night.
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