We are Family - Murray

Home is wherever my bunch of crazies are ....

This blog is a little more personal and close to my heart because Cori and Ayden are an extension of my heart! Some of the best moments of my life have been shared with these two crazies!

Cori and I are best friends, soul mates and call each other wifey. Why? Because we can. We are the MurrayCain family and trust me when I say, WE WILL ROCK IT LIKE A MURRAYCAIN! This happens to be one of my most favorite sessions with Ayden and Cori to date. Because of our friendship I have grown to be a better photographer with each shoot. You can see in these photos what happens when you are completely comfortable with your photographer. You can see both their personalities in each photo!

Most people focus too much on what the photographer is capturing and are worried about posing and if the image is just like all your favorite Pinterest ideas you have pinned for the last month. One thing you need to remember is this: You hired a PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER and you must TRUST their work. Forget they are even there and enjoy the moment. Have fun and with a little guidance from the professional you will have better photos!

Lifestyle sessions are fun and energetic and those images need to tell your story without captions. They should make you laugh, be in awe, smile, cry and/or just bring you happiness and joy. Those moments captured are going to be treasured for a lifetime and will be shared with so many people. The stories, the laughs, the moment ... everything in life is worth remembering.

Cori & Ayden, thank you for allowing me to share so many moments with you both. Leah and I wouldn't know what to do without the both of you. We love you to the moon and back. <3

Baby Vershure coming Spring 2015

We made a wish and YOU came true ....

I must say that when Sarah and Jonathan first told me they were expecting a baby I did a little happy dance and even squealed a little out of happiness. These two are such amazing an amazing couple and I know they will be the most fantastic parents to their new addition!

Baby Vershure was announced over Thanksgiving to friends and family members and trust me when I say keeping these images a secret has been tough. The photos were taken on the Greenway in Alpharetta, GA.

To Sarah and Jonathan, enjoy all these little moments during pregnancy. Cherish every move, flutter and hiccup. I am excited to watch your family grow and can't wait to meet Baby Vershure! Congratulations to you both!

We are Family - Riggan

“You are my sun, my moon and all of my stars.”

— E.E. Cummings

What a beautiful day for photos! The location we chose is the Sailors Farm in Jefferson, GA. The leaves were bright, beautiful and the weather was perfect for this family portrait session. Marie and Michael along with their daughter MJ are awaiting the arrival of their new baby boy, Matthew, this Winter.

You all know that I am very fortunate to be able to say I have the best family on the planet, from my Jeep Family, Off Road Family, Client Family, Close Friends and a few others. I truly find happiness capturing these precious moments of each of my family members. It is a gift to be a part of so many lives and be able to watch everyone succeed and share happiness.

I first met the Riggan Family on a spur of the moment Jeep Shoot I wanted to do for fun just to keep my creative juices flowing in August. Marie and Michael are fun, caring and sweet. I am so happy to have met you both and can't wait to meet Matthew!

We are Family - Wingard

"I adore his smile, I cherish his hugs, I admire his heart but most of all... I love that he is my son!"

-Unknown

Children are placed in our lives for us to care for, cherish, love and teach but most importantly show us how to live and enjoy our lives. They are the most rewarding gifts given to men and women. If you are a parent you know exactly how quick we can go from one emotion to the next by just a little look or phrase that our children say or do. I know as a parent of a 4 year old daughter I have been taught more lessons thus far than any other time in my life. Everything, and I mean every little smile, laugh, tear, hug, fit, sassy remark or inch they grow changes your life and opens your heart and mind to understand what real love actually means.

I can tell you when I met the Wingard boys my heart was smiling! They all are so much fun and full of personality and charm. The happiness and admiration these three guys share will surely melt your heart. It is a photographers dream to have clients that jump out of their jeep and are enthusiastic about taking photos and the moment my camera went up they were themselves. I got the opportunity to capture the real faces, smiles and fun these three guys share with each other. Thank you Tom, Nathan & Gavin for sharing a few moments of your time with me! I can't wait to see you guys again for more photos and for goodness sake - LET'S GET YOUR DAD'S JEEP DIRTY!!!

See you on the trails boys! <3

To view the entire Wingard Family Gallery please visit this link.

Let them be Little Series - Cooper

Meet Cooper! He had grown quite a lot since our last photo session! He is one of my favorite little boys to shoot because he is such an inspiration and joy!

You may remember Cooper last year when we did a session on the Campus of UGA in Athens, GA. He was the cutest Bulldog fan! Ladies, lock those little girls up because this little guy will be stealing hearts when he gets older. He has one of the best mom's on the planet as well, Mrs. Susan and I have known each other since the day we were born. The both of us even share the same birthday!

To be a part of the Let them be Little Series please contact us at jennifer@southernbellegroup.com to book your session. Remember we have photographers all over the United States so please keep us in mind no matter where you are located!

We love to travel and see new places and meet new people!

Chestatee Wildlife Preserve & Zoo

You know it is going to be a great day when you hear the word ZOO!

What better way to kick off the 4th of July holiday than with a trip to the ZOO?!?! Our pick was the Chestatee Wildlife Preserve & Zoo in Dahlonega, Georgia. This is quite the little place to take your family and friends. You get to see animals that have been rescued and taken care of in their new homes. They have lions, turtles, elk, alligators, bears, wolves, zebras, exotic birds, and so much more! Live animals encounters are available as well as group rates for schools and other organizations. This is a must see if you are in Northeast Georgia!

Take a look at all the fun our group had during our experience!

You can also make donations on our website to help out this organization!

Gone Fishin'

Little boys, like Parker, love to fish and do other boy-ish things with their Dad and his buddies when they are younger. I got the chance to photograph this experience with Parker and Alex just the other day. Parents teach their children so much with every activity and conversation. Children are sponges and soak up all things around them daily. Important lessons are taught from the smallest of activities and conversations with children.

Parker is 3 years old and loves Brantley Gilbert, Zombies, Fishing, playing with his cars and is always fun to play a little golf with or even bake a cake! He is such an amazing little guy that has so much happiness to share with the world! Check out what he, his dad Alex and Ryan caught when they went fishin'!

To book your lifestyle session please contact me at jennifer@southernbellegroup.com for rates and information. No matter where you are, near or far, we can accomodate your request with our professionals!