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Michelle & Keegan :: Nashville Wedding Photography

Mark — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:06:51 +0000

She said she was going to wear a silver dress and red shoes. I had no idea what to expect. I’d never seen a bride in silver and red. Oh well. She did tell me that this would be a bit non-traditional. But when Michelle stepped out of the car at Sevier Park in Nashville, TN, I immediately thought to myself, “Why don’t all brides wear silver and red?” She was as lovely and elegant as I have ever seen.

My camera smiled…because it was going to be a good day!

We had an absolute blast photographing their wedding. I kinda wish they were getting married again so we could do it all over. (Hey! A photographer can wish!!!) Ooooor! maybe one of her lovely sisters or sister in law? Hmmmm!. Anyway, The Franceson and Brown family are wonderful people and its such a privilege to be forever a part of their lives.

Thanks Michelle, Keegan and Judy for trusting me with this awesome responsibility.

Big thanks to Sionnie LaFollette for capturing some great shots also!

Tale of the bridesmaids - Nashville Wedding Photographer

Groomsmen - Nashville Wedding Photographer

Apple Blossom Time in Iowa

Mark — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 23:12:52 +0000

“When I wake up in the morning and I feel the gentle breeze.
And there’s apple blossoms blooming everywhere
I hear the birds singing to each other in the trees
And I smell the pretty fragrance in the air

When it’s apple blossom time in Iowa,
And the grass is sprinkled with morning dew,
When it’s apple blossom time in Iowa
I’ll know the sweetest blossom, dear, is you.”
– from Apple Blossom Time In Iowa

I loved my stay in Davenport, Iowa. It was not near long enough. It’s charm, its beauty, the people and its promise draws you in. I could get use to it. I hope to be able to return someday but in the meantime I have the memories.

A view of downtown Davenport, IA from within the Skywalk.

Michelle & Keegan Sneak Peek | Nashville Wedding Photography

Mark — Sun, 11 Oct 2009 19:59:48 +0000

Stay tuned for more from this wedding. This is going to be GOOD!

Michelle & Keegan - Sevier Park, Nashville, TN

The Adventures of Rachel and Baby | Nashville Family Photography

Mark — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 07:09:00 +0000

Meet Rachel and Baby (as Rachel calls her) Sharron and I were in the other room when we were interrupted by Rachel’s scream. Its hard to get what actually happened. You see, Rachel’s not saying anything, but the best I can gather is that Baby was not eating her food. Actually its Rachel’s food, but we are teaching her to share so I can’t complain too much. We tried explaining that Baby was not hungry but Rachel would not have it.

Baby was going to eat this food!!!!

The Giggler and the Cowboy | Destination Wedding Photography

Mark — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:00:57 +0000

Chelsey is the giggler and Kurt is the cowboy. A great combination! and they make it work well. I photographed Chelsey and Kurt in beautiful Davenport, IA and we had a great time. Its easy to see that they love each other which makes photographing any couple easy. Take a peak at the images and you’ll see for yourself.

Can’t wait for this wedding!

Enough is Enough!

Mark — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 03:53:30 +0000

Okay, I’VE HAD IT!!!!

I’m tired of blogging and disappearing for what seems to be “blog years” What’s with that!?!?. I get emails from people who say they came across my blog and they just love my work and I’m thinking “What, that old stuff?”

It’s embarrassing.

It makes me look like I just don’t care. Well, I do care. Quite a lot, actually. Truthfully have quite a bit of work I’ve not blogged yet and a few new things coming up. So, my apologies to all who view my blog. I’ve committed myself to blogging more often. I actually have some great ideas for a new motivational blog as well. You’ll have to check back to see what the fuss is about.

Mark

Nashville Photographer :: Introducing our New Gallery Canvas Collections!

Mark — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 02:05:58 +0000

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Nashville Children Photography :: From 0 to 1 in 12 months.

Mark — Fri, 01 May 2009 00:13:16 +0000

She made it or Sharron and I made it (however you might look at it.) Rachel is 1 yr old today. Nothing big scheduled. She had her party last week. She’s been so much fun to get to know and I know year two will be no less exciting. Just wanted to share a few from the first year. Each image was taken for every month she’s been with us. (First image is Day 1)

Nashville Wedding Photographer :: Rainbow Makers

Mark — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 09:33:22 +0000

Sometimes I worry that I’ll never witness another wedding that tops the wedding I just shot. Tina and Marcus quickly put those concerns to rest. They are rainbow makers.

That’s just what they do.

Warm and sincere, beautiful and cool, friendly, fun and inviting, they paint a rainbow over every person they meet. You see I had not met Tina and Marcus prior to their rehearsal but you would not have known it by how I was welcomed. They both are very genuine people and you get a real sense that they never meet a stranger. Their love for each other was equally apparent. Incredible, beautiful and favored is how Marcus described Tina at the end of rehearsal. He gathered everyone around and thanked us all for being there…for being a part of their special day. He spoke of the obstacles they had to overcome and how God had blessed them tremendously. As his words became labored and emotion began to take over, there was Tina with her arms around him. Holding him together. One heartbeat at a time.

At their wedding at the beautiful Gaylord Opyrland in Nashville, Marcus sang a beautiful song titled Rainbow Maker as Tina waited at the entrance and you could feel the love and emotion. It was coming from a secret place that, until then, was only known to Tina and Marcus. On this day, he let everyone know. He loved her!

As the day ended and the guests were leaving, Tina thanked me for being a part of their wedding. I thought to myself, “It’s not often I’m blessed to be in the presence of two people endowed with such beautiful spirits- to be surrounded and enveloped in their array of love, happiness, devotion and unity.”

Thank YOU Tina and Marcus for having ME.

You are rainbow makers. That’s just what you do. So I hope and pray these images paint a rainbow of beautiful memories…for you.

Nashville Children Photography :: She’s not so small in my hands anymore :-(

Mark — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 08:03:20 +0000

My little girl will be 1 yr old in a few weeks. There is so much about Rachel that I just don’t want to change. Yet when I look back over the year, there is so much that has changed already.

She’s crawling (at record speeds)
She’s standing on her own.
She’s exploring.
She’s laughing.
She’s very independent.
She’s know’s what she wants and screams when she’s denied.

I suppose you can look at those things and say “those are good things.” Perhaps. I just know that I’m going to miss her crawling onto my chest and falling asleep. I’m going to miss hearing her giggling as I toss her into the air. I’m going to miss marching around the house with her in my arms singing “The Grand ole Duke of York” I’m going to miss her going into Sharron’s drawers and pulling everything out onto the floor and then crawl away (That is funny!!) Right under my nose she has grown. There is a knot in my stomach that wants things to slow down just a bit. Let me enjoy the little Rachel that I’ve known. Yea its great to see her develop and experience new things and its fun to witness the development of her personality-getting a glimpse into what kind of young lady she might be. All those things are great to see and I’m excited about the endless possibilities for her except it just reminds me…

She’s not so small in my hands anymore