Taylor & Anthony

I love Sundays. As much as I like Saturdays there's just something special about Sundays.  Sunday is the day I rest, relax and rejuvenate. I love the renewed focus that I get after an energizing and uplifting service at Lifepoint. I love the quality of the time I get to spend with those I love because Sundays are the days you can let go of whats going on at work and just enjoy. I love that Sunday is the one day that the rush, rush, rush of life feels just a little bit slower. 

This past Sunday was an even greater treat as we spent it with my best friend Taylor and her 

boyfriend Anthony in downtown Fredericksburg. A nice lunch at Capital Ale House, an hour or so 

exploring all the offerings in the antique and vintage stores, and (less enjoyable) a few rain showers. 

No rain can stop me from pulling out the camera though! We were lucky enough that the showers paused for a bit a gave us a nice window to get some great shots of the two together.  

Prepare yourself for cute, cuddly, kisses, and just plain out lovey-doveyness! 

{to a Sunday kind of love}

-jbw-

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Portrait Session - Barbara

A few weeks ago I posted a sneak peek of Barbara's portrait session at UVA.  Barbara was in need of head shots that captured her personality.  While I had the equipment to capture the shots, she has ALL the personality (as you will see!) I'm excited to share more shots from her session today.

While photographing, I was able to spend time getting to know Barbara more (a wonderful benefit of my job is that I spend time hearing people's stories).  She's done some really neat things in her life, including having a modeling portfolio shot by a photographer in NYC! (No pressure, right?!) If there's one thing I took away from the session, it was a deep respect of Barbara's enthusiasm and joy in life.  JOY is more than being happy; happy is based on momentary enjoyment. Joy is being content, excited about and grateful for life regardless of what it throws your way.  Barbara's got joy and I hope that like her,  I can be ever-joyful too.

Also, I'd love to experience some of the awesome things she's done...except I'd rather be the photographer instead of the model in NYC!

{to having the joy, joy, joy down in your heart}

-jbw-

Beautiful Barbara

Just a little sneak peek of my shoot with Barbara today.  We found a beautiful little spot on UVA "grounds" (NOT campus, I stand corrected!)

Barbara described herself perfectly - "genuine".   She hit the nail right on the head.  Her smile says it all.

{to being you, to being true, to being genuine}

-jbw-

Richmond and a spring day

What's another season without an update on my lovely model Taylor? 

We had a great time a few weeks ago on an unseasonably warm, spring like day.  I am absolutely in love with the downtown Richmond train depot! Out next spot was a nice, beautifully lit area on the river walk. 

Taylor - thanks so much for always being willing to be in front of the lens (and looking good while you're at it)! Without you, I might not know just how much I love photography.  Thanks for helping me find my strengths! Also, thank you for the dancing.  That's always a plus!

{to friends and photos}

-jbw-

Jenny & Kyle - Wedding

A beautiful, unseasonably warm December day. Abundant sunshine and saturated blue skies. The buzz of anticipation in the air. The warm love of friends and family radiating from every corner. Could you ask for anything more? 

Jenny and Kyle's wedding day was just perfect.  I am beyond honored and grateful they allowed me to be a part of it. 

{to a life of love}

-jbw-

In love with the warm sunny light of the Ingleside Baptist Church Sanctuary. 

If you've seen Jenny and Kyle's engagement session post, you already know that Kyle proposed under a Magnolia tree.  How perfect is it to have a shot under on on their wedding day?!

There is something so special about the first moments when a father sees his daughter-bride. Can you tell I am a Daddy's girl?  The ring tied to Jenny's bouquet belonged to her late grandfather. So sweet. 

Jenny had a pair of socks embroidered with their wedding date as a gift for Kyle. Too cute!

I love how Kyle and Jenny involved their family during the ceremony with a blessing of the rings.  Such a touching moment seeing each person pray their marriage blessings as the rings were passed. 

The reception was held at the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame in downtown Macon, Georgia.  Dinner was served in the Georgia Room while toasts and dancing took place in the main hall. Guests were able to enjoy and explore the games and exhibits of the hall for a unique way to have fun & celebrate!

With their wedding only 8 days before Christmas, what better way to commemorate than with personalized ornaments as favors? An engagement photo of the couple was enclosed in tiny glass hearts. Adorable!

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