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Engagement Portraits in the Snow - Arkansas Photographer
I really do have some of the greatest clients. I'm always telling myself how thankful I am that I've been blessed with awesome clients that love my style of photography and match my easy going personality. Last Saturday I was scheduled to shoot Danielle & Jordan's engagement photos, little did we know at the time of planning, that Arkansas weather would have other plans in mind. The snow, sleet, and icy roads didn't stop us though. Jordan & Danielle may have needed just a little bit of convincing and I did have to pick them up because they couldn't get out of there driveway. But I know that once we made it out, they were very happy that we stayed with our decision to shoot on Saturday. The snowy white scenery made for a super unique setting. It was very cold, don't get me wrong, but we may not get another snow day like this here and I knew I couldn't pass up this opportunity. My back-up plan if Danielle and Jordan wanted to re-schedule, was to brave the weather anyways and shoot some portraits of Leslie & I, but when I was telling Danielle this, she reminded me that she was no stranger to cameras. You see Danielle & Jordan both have backgrounds in production and photography,
Tuesdays with Eli - My Goals for 2010
It's a new year and I have some big things planned. First, I want to start blogging more. I hope you will all stick around and enjoy the ride with me. I've decided to start a "Tuesdays with Eli" blog. My plan is to release a new blog every Tuesday, that lets you get to know me a little better. Some with pretty pictures, some with just boring ol' words. Most of the time I will probably talk about what I did that week, new movies I see, family stuff, planning for my wedding with Les, or whatever is on my heart. I want to encourage my readers to give me some feedback if you feel like it. I really enjoy when you guys leave me some love, offer suggestions, or ask any questions. : )
Lauren & Ryan Vintage Wedding- Arkansas Wedding Photographer
I'm very excited to say that I am blogging my first wedding of 2010. I have a really great feeling about this year! Lauren and Ryan picked the super great wedding planner Jessica Kersey to make sure that their wedding was something to remember. The reception and catering were at Next Level Events, and I can testify, the food was very great! I was happy to have my good friend Geoff Duncan as a second shooter along side me. All in all this was an incredible wedding to start the new year with. I was honored to be a part of such an important event to begin with, but at the end of the day Lauren's mom welcomed to be a part of her extended family. I had such a great time at Ryan & Lauren's wedding. I hope you guys enjoy some of the photos!
My Proposal Story....(the way I remember it)
This blog is just a bit overdue. I proposed to Leslie Harding, my girlfriend of three years on December 16, 2009. Here is our story. I guess before I take you right to the proposal night, I'll give you a little history of about us. December 16th 2006, I was hired to shoot Brad & Rachel Bate's wedding. I had zero connections with Rachel before I met her, after that night, things changed. Rachel and Brad are both from Arkansas, however not all of their wedding party was. They both attended Harding University in Searcy where Rachel met and became suite-mates with Leslie. Leslie was born in Texas, raised in Nashville Tennessee and only choose Harding because of the name. Just kidding. I think she decided to go to Harding because it's a great school, either way...I'm sure glad that she did, because if she had gone anywhere else we may have never met each other. Leslie and Rachel were suite-mates for one year, and I guess they hit it off pretty good because when Rachel decided to get married in December, she asked Leslie if she would be a brides maid in her wedding. The story gets better I promise, and like I said I'm sure glad certain things happened the way they did.
So, December 16, 2006 my best friend and I were gearing up for what I thought was just another wedding. The day started off fairly normal, bridal prep, ceremony, formal pictures, and then the reception... this is when the night got a little different for me. Now when Leslie tells you the story, it started with the rehearsal. She spotted me the day before and in her words "had her eye on me". Not to say that I didn't even see her, but I wasn't exactly there to pick up chicks. Haha. Those who know my fiance' know she is a go-getter, and once again. I'm sure glad she is, because if she didn't take the initiative that night to let me know she was interested, then I may have not written this blog post. Long story short, as the reception went on, Leslie and I talked in between shots. I gave her my number and it went from there. We dated long distance for two and a half years. While she lived in Nashville, then Memphis, and now here in Little Rock.
Bride & Groom First Look-Sneak Peek
During my first meeting with Lauren & Ryan they were both opposed to seeing each other before the Ceremony. After a few more meetings and some careful planning with their wonderful wedding planner Jessica Kersey, they were now both convinced that a "first look" would be best for their wedding, and I am so glad that they did. This was one of the most beautiful moments of their wedding. Lauren was glowing with excitement to see Ryan and her expression certainly said so. Ryan just about came to tears. I'm not going to say that every couple should do a "first look" for their wedding, but I really like the idea. It gives the bride and groom a chance to soak up the moment.
Lauren's Bridal Portraits Downtown Little Rock
Saturday was Lauren and Ryan's wedding day. I cannot wait to show off some of their wedding photos on the blog. Since Ryan has seen his bride and I don't have to hide the Bridal Portraits anymore...here you go. Enjoy! Don't forget to check back soon for the photos from the wedding.
