Nick & Sadie - Prom 2012

Nick is more like part of the family, another child, than a friend of my Nick's. Growing up, the boys were always referred to as Big Nick (pictured here) and Little Nick (my son who is younger). Big Nick was in 4th grade, if I remember right, when we moved in across the street from where he lived at the time. Big Nick has moved to different areas, to different neighborhoods, but somehow he always finds his way back here to visit. One of these days I'll learn to just lock my doors! (kidding Nick, you know I love ya!)

Nick introduced us to Sadie, his girlfriend of over a year, last year. We loved Sadie and very much approved of her. She's not only a beautiful young lady, she's kind, respectful and just a sweet girl to have around.

The morning of Prom, Sadie called asking if I'd take a few pictures of her and Nick. Um of course!! I had to see "my kids" all dressed up!!

We just went to the little field by the house, but it made for a nice little setting to grab a few pictures.

Hard to believe, these kids are just growing up so fast!! I think ... I'm ONLY 24 (smiles), how in the world can this boy I watched grow up be 20 and dating a girl who's graduting next month. It doesn't seem right at all.

Cindy and Russ - Married 4/14/2012

Awe ... the cuteness of the day! A couple so in love.

I've been shooting weddings for a few years now, starting off in 2006 with Amy Carroll. In the years I've been doing this, I can't say that I remember more than 3 wedding parties that were actually READY to go as soon as I walked in the door. The boys were told to be ready at 2 and they were ready at 1:50 when I arrived. Amazing.


Really ... had to throw this is ... how adorable is she?!?

As soon as it was a wrap with the boys ... the beautiful bride was ready to go. I'm sitting here writting this and STILL amazed at how on time we were. That just never happens!!



The ceremony was a beautiful, traditional ceremony.

Cindy and Russ exchanged vows and said "I do." There were tears of joy and love. A beautiful ceremony.



After a few family formals, we made a quick run into downtown Lowell to grab a few images before the start of the reception ... which everyone was looking forward to!


The cutting of the cake ....

All the promises and threats to "be nice."

Um ... well, a pictures worth a thousand words.

In an effort to get people out dancing, the DJ decided on the snowball dance. One rule, "You can't say no if asked to dance." So, when the groom ran out and grabbed me, he reminded me I couldn't say no. I went with it and found that being out on the dance floor, right in the middle gives you a great perspective!

Usually I'd end my little preview with a picture of the bride and groom ... however, I thought this little guy was so stinkin' adorable in his cowboy hat.

Congratulations Cindy and Russ ... the two of you are as adorable as ever!! Loved your day, it was crazy fun. Best wishes to you in the many, many years to come!!

West Michigan Bail Bonds

Meet the girls of West Michigan Bail Bonds.

I got a call a couple weeks ago about doing this photo shoot. I was very much looking forward to it. It is definately different than your average session.

After a couple "loosen up" drinks, we headed out to the field and then into the woods we ventured.


After a few fabulous group shots, each girl grabbed a gun and took their turn in front of the lense.









I hope that no one reading this posts ever has a need to give a bail bonds a call but if you do ... don't sit around ... give these girls a call!