I had the huge honor of photographing the AMAZING Cummings fam while out in LA this past trip. It was truly a special treat…the love, energy, and sweet connection this family has with each other was quite beautiful. I know there is really no such thing as the perfect family, but they sure have a good thing going. I believe at the heart of a good family is a husband and wife that truly love each other…and that is very obvious with these guys. Their love for each other pours out of their kids who are not only adorable, but very sweet and full of life.
Just across the street from their home, was this amazing park with stunning views of the mountains (and the ocean way off in the distance). Must be rough living so close to all that eye candy, haha! It really was the perfect setting and the perfect family to go along with it! I also want thank my sweet friend Julie Williams for coming along and helping out…you sure know how to rock a reflector! And of course, thank you cummings family for the amazing shoot….you guys are awesome and I hope to see you again soon.
LOVE all the colors!
I told you they are ADORABLE…pure joy.
One of my FAVE family photos ever.
Or maybe this one is my FAVE!
It was the biggest snowfall ever recorded to grace the east coast. The massive amounts of snow quickly created a conundrum for guests traveling from DC to the heart of VA to share in Nikole and Jared’s destination wedding. Despite the weather challenges, Nikole and Jared’s positive spirits outshined any weather disappointment they encountered, a true testimony to their amazing character. My heart went out to them as I know there were many other people they would’ve loved to share their day with. I applaud them for the grace in which they handled it all.
Throughout the course of the weekend, I heard several people comment, “But your photos will be so beautiful because of the snow.” I certainly felt confident that the winter wonderland provided a beautiful background for their wedding. However, the snow could only enhance that which already existed between these two souls. When I remember the emotion and energy of their day, it’s their deep and genuine love for each other that stands out most. Their heartfelt vows to one another, their tender glances, their confidence in one another’s love. It was as if all of nature celebrated the union of these two special souls. My hope is that for those who couldn’t make it, when you look at these images, this beauty outshines that which mother nature added as a watermark on their day.
Before I get too weepy…please enjoy some photos. Thank you Nikole and Jared for trusting us to capture everything that makes you two so beautiful. We are truly blessed to know you and call you friends.
the beautiful backdrop
her sister, the amazing makeup artist
Nikole, you are STUNNING!
I love this tender “first sight”
they have such a peaceful, confident connection together…beautiful
FAVORITE!
I love these girlies.
Nikole embraced Jared as he teared up during his vowels.
Sometimes the adults laugh more than the kids they are trying to get smile.
Thursday, March 4, 2010 Posted in weddings
He was in 5a and she in 5b. Both on their way out of town for business engagements, neither knowing what other kind of engagement their typical routines would lead to. Love abounds in unexpected places. For them, it was in an airplane.
We had so much fun capturing their quaint wedding. At celebrations such as these, there is always an energy that radiates…and for them it was complete joy. Not only was the joy felt between the new husband and wife, but from all of their wonderful family and friends that came to celebrate their union. It was a truly beautiful evening. Congratulations Rich and Lisa!
The beautiful couple
Siblings always know how to make each other laugh!
Headed to the reception…love how the car gives such a nostalgic warmth.
Nothing sweeter than the love of a father for his daughter.
SURPRISE papa keating…..here’s your beautiful family!!!! Your sweet wife tried really hard to surprise you with this amazing gift. Although we ran into you during the shoot, we hope that you didn’t catch on to our scheming. Well, I’m sure you already know this, but you have one very AMAZING family. These girls quickly stole my heart…their grins, freckles, giggles and joyful spirits were all quite inspiring. And I think Caroline was quite thrilled to have some one on one time with mommy. I honestly could’ve photographed them all day, and if I lived closer I would be sure to sign up for babysitting privileges. We hope you enjoy them….thank you Kimber, Caroline, Alexa and Maddie!!! And also a huge thank you to Ann Lawrence for introducing me to this lovely family. Big hugs you ya’ll.
Sometimes it just hits me. What an absolute joy it is to capture life. To forever freeze a moment in time, one that is here today and gone tomorrow. One that can never be replaced or reproduced. I started photographing Pierce when he was in the womb, and now he is a singing, walking, giggling 3.5 year old boy. As I sat in their home and watched him bounce on the trampoline and pull out book after book (all in his birthday suit of course), I realized what a special connection I have with him and their family. And I felt so blessed. I’ve watched him grow and develop, and have captured the beautiful bond between a mother and a son. It’s such an honor to continually be trusted to document these moments for them…all the while being thankful for the wonderful friendship that has developed along the way. And so begins a new journey, a new life will soon bloom and there will no doubt be so much more to capture. Thank you AL (and fam) for being so wonderful…love you all dearly. I can’t wait to meet the newest addition.
Props to AL for enduring my crazy, middle of the field, middle of a blizzard shots
A little walk down memory lane….. Pierce about three years ago:
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