Gerome Ogeris Photography: Blog

Titi's Passion | Florida Fashion | Siesta Keys, FL

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 20:08:25 GMT

What happens when you get a fashion blogger in front of your camera in one of the most gorgeous places you've seen? You create some memorable moments. I'm far from a fashion photographer, but working with Titi at both The Ringling in Sarasota and the beachfront in Siesta Key's was amazing. She's is truly a natural in front of the camera and makes working with her a blast. If you are into fashion and just a colorful lovely photos, you should definitely be following her on Instagram. She's amazing at what she does. Also big Thank You to her husband Fola of FotosByFola for recommending me for the shoot.

Enjoy the photos and remember to like, comment and share the blog!

Kelly + Tavaghn | It's a SURPRISE! | Woodward Academy | College Park, GA

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 19:21:12 GMT

Kelly + Tavaghn planned a wedding, told you everyone it was an engagement party and surprised them all. You can find the back story to their engagement, the wedding plans and how I met these AMAZING people here!

Enjoy the photos and don't forget to like, share and leave a comment on the post!

Courtney + Brandon | The Reason I Smile! | Midtown | Atlanta, GA

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 00:33:51 GMT

Sometimes luck and faith are in my favor and with Courtney and Brando it definitely was one of those very few times. I met Courtney in Tallahassee during my senior year at FSU through some mutual friends. How exactly we met is still a blur to the both of us, but somehow we met. After we graduated and adulthood started giving use both a run for our money, we lost contact with one another and seven years later I get a random call from a frantic bride to be at the airport wanting to book me for her wedding after her initially photographer backed out. Safe to say it was a welcomed surprise to me during our initial conversation when she said, "I went to FAMU and I feel like I know you." That's the short version of the long story.

These two are literally the perfect fit for each other. Their personalities and goofiness perfectly mesh with each other. They are like the missing piece to each other's puzzle. Taking their very last minute engagement/save the date pictures was a task in itself, but a very enjoyable one.

Enjoy the photos and don't forget to like, share and leave a comment on the post!

Amber + Brandon | Forever! | Atlantic Station | Atlanta, GA

Sat, 04 Apr 2020 23:31:42 GMT

It was such a pleasure working with Amber + Brandon. There session wasn't an engagement session or an anniversary session, just a couple that wanted some updated photos to celebrate their forever love! They brought so much personality to their session and I could literally feel the love radiating from them.

Don't forget to like, share and leave a comment on the post. Enjoy the photos!

Merline + Pete | It's Our Anniversary | Winter Park, FL

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 21:27:59 GMT

Since Corona got us all locked in the house for at least the next month or so, I've decided that April of 2020 will the month I play catch up with some of my favorite couples and sessions from 2019. I've really been neglecting this section of website, but I have nothing but time right now so we are going to rectify this issue.

It's their anniversary! Well it was their anniversary month when we took these photos. I've known Merline since our undergraduate days at FSU, so running on almost 8 years of friendship now. And if you're new to the blog section on my site you can see the last session I had with these two when Merline graduate with her master degree here! Two things I know for sure about this little lady here is that she loves her some Owen (their dog) and Pete. Since this session they now engaged and I can't wait for their 2021 wedding. This session was a warmup for their engagement session coming later in 2020.

Don't forget to like, share and leave a comment on the post. In the meantime, enjoy a few of the photos from their session.

Kelly + Tavaghn | An Atlanta Love Tale | Atlanta Beltline

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 18:44:55 GMT

Kelly and Tavaghn were AMAZING to work with, their chemistry and love for one another was like nothing I’ve ever seen. They were referred to me by my good friend Sophy of Sophia Barrett Studios (She's also the GOAT of maternity sessions) and when I first met with them, I was a little worried. During their initial consultation they told me that everything they were doing was going to be a surprise to their friends and families. Except for the ones that really needed to know. These two literally planned a surprise engagement session and wedding. So this post is clearly coming after both the engagement session and wedding, but just know that these two were one of my favorite couples in 2019. What you see in these pictures are literally them and I absolutely love their chemistry and personalities. Enjoy the pictures and leave a comment and share!

Nyeda + Malcom | Tears of Joy! | Bella Collina | Montverde, FL

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 04:45:00 GMT

Nyeda and Malcom had the most beautiful wedding at Bella Collina in Montverde, Fl. They cried, their friends cried, their families and cried and they celebrated, partied a little and cried some more. It was a such an emotional wedding and thankfully I had the pleasure of capturing it all for these two love birds.

Their chemistry and love for one another is nothing shy of amazing and these two are a perfect fit. I was under the impression that I saw their best during their engagement session, but little did I know that that was only the tip of the iceberg. They brought even more energy and personality to their wedding day and their friends and family made sure it was a night they would never forget.

Don't forget to like, share and leave a comment on the post and as alway enjoy the photos!

April + Erik | Forever Love | Atlanta, GA

Mon, 13 May 2019 02:28:25 GMT

April and Erik were a joy to work with. They came down from Charlotte to take some last minute engagement pictures after a referral from a former bride. Their chemistry was amazing and it shows in every single one of their pictures.

ENJOY!

Rolanda + Daniel | Milander Center | Miami, FL

Mon, 22 Apr 2019 16:17:14 GMT

Where do I start with these two love birds?!? Met Daniel through some very good friends casually before I decided to pick up a camera, little did I know that few years later I would be photographing his proposal, engagement (HERE) and now wedding.

These two were such a joy to work with and the support system they have in both their family and friends is amazing.
Here are a few favorites from their wedding day, hope you enjoy.

Anna-Marie + Carrington | West Palm Beach, FL

Fri, 19 Apr 2019 01:14:49 GMT

When the universe lines up and the chemistry between two people align, it shows in everything that they do.
Honestly that was exactly how this session with Anna-Marie and Carrington went. Everything about their personality was on one accord. Enjoy a few photos from their session!

Lauren + Martin | Piedmont Park | Atlanta, GA

Mon, 08 Apr 2019 03:06:28 GMT

Lauren and Martin! Since the our very first consultation I knew that these were special and that working with them would be amazing and I was right. I got to see who they really were during their engagement session (HERE) and on their wedding day, I got to witness their support system and meet the people that are behind these two amazing individuals.

Here are some of the images from their wedding! Lots of tears, laughter and love, enjoy!

Nyeda + Malcom | Sweetest Love | Downtown Orlando!

Sun, 07 Apr 2019 19:48:45 GMT

At the time of their engagement session, I have known Nyeda and Malcom for about 6-7 years. I met them during different stages of their lives and the universe has away of working things out. When Nyeda contacted me about photographing both their engagement session and wedding I had no either that her fiancé was Malcom, proving that the world is a very small place.

Keep in mind that at the time of this blog post, I have already photographed their wedding so stay tune to the blog for that post. In the meantime, enjoy some of the images from their engagement session. Complete! Soon two will become one! POISED!

Fallon + Kenndy : Old School Love!

Sun, 07 Apr 2019 00:15:16 GMT

So about this blog thing! I've been slacking really really bad.

No point bringing up the past, just have to do better going forward and I don't know a better couple to start with then Fallon and Kennedy (KG) aka The Granted Ones. I have had the pleasure of knowing KG since my undergraduate days at The Florida State University and meet his then girlfriend Fallon after I moved to Atlanta in 2015. At this point (currently 2019) I've photographed their engagement, wedding, maternity and family photos. So they are the prime example of friends, turned clients and are now family.

Being that I have been slacking on the blog, this one is going to be jammed packed, so enjoy these photos!

Damaris + Kersaint : It's Love!

Thu, 07 Jun 2018 04:19:12 GMT

In November I went down to Miami to photograph these two love birds and on Friday (June 8th, 2018) I get to watch them say I do.
This wedding is special to me because Didi (Damaris) is like a little sister to me, I met her during her freshman year at Florida State and something about her spirit draws you to her. Didi is one of the sweetest souls that I have had the opportunity to meet so far in my life, so it came as no surprise to me that when I finally met Kersaint, that he was pretty much an amazing guy as well. They are literally the perfect match and their personalities were on full display during their session. We started their session in Miami Gardens and ended up at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens!

Looking forward to this flight down to Ft. Lauderdale to watch these two become one in front of family and friends. Their wedding will be a mini reunion for all the friends from college and I'm excited.

Santana + Chris : Love in St. Augustine!

Mon, 07 May 2018 00:16:34 GMT

Drove down to St. Augustine, Florida to work with these two amazing people and it was AMAZING.

Santana was pretty laid and wanted nothing more than to have a great time with her family and friends on her wedding day and Chris just wanted to make sure Santana kept a smile on her face the whole day. They brought the chemistry, great friends and a great time. And not to outshine their parents, their kids were pretty amazing as well, stealing hearts with both charm and dance moves.

Here's to Santana and Chris!

SPOILER: I actually never met with nor spoke to these two until the day of their wedding so literally I was praying and hoping that our personalities would match and it really did.

MJ Mastered It!

Thu, 03 May 2018 00:45:06 GMT

In honor of graduations taking place all over the country this week, I wanted to flashback to the last graduation session I shot almost a year ago.

Enjoy these select images!

Lauren + Martin : Georgia Love!

Fri, 27 Apr 2018 02:11:41 GMT

When Lauren reached out to me about her wedding, I was pretty blow away. She reached out to me about photographing one of her most special day without seeing a single wedding photograph taken by me. A year before she reached out to me, I took graduation pictures for one of her friends at UGA (HERE) and after seeing those pictures she decided to email me about her wedding. Crazy right?

After meeting with Lauren and her mother and getting a feel for who she was behind the emails I immediately knew I was going to photograph her wedding. She was my ideal client, laid back, fun, very much in love and excited about the journey to her wedding day.

Here are a few favorites from their engagement session!

Rolanda + Daniel : When A Seminole Loves a Gator!

Thu, 26 Apr 2018 01:54:36 GMT

So I went to DC!

I had the opportunity to take my talents to the nation's capital to capture the love between Rolanda and Daniel. Prior to their engagement session, I had the opportunity to accompany these two on a hot air ballon ride on the outskirts of D.C. and capture Daniel proposing to Rolanda the day before this session. Shooting around D.C. with these two was a pretty amazing experience especially since they had an entourage with them, both had family and close friends fly in to celebrate with them.

Back story on these two and how I ended up in DC with them. Daniel happens to be an alumni of the greatest university ever, The Florida State University (FSU), home of the Seminoles and a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. and Rolanda happens to be an alumni of the University of Florida and member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Daniel and I attended FSU at around the same time, but never officially met, he was graduating while I was starting my undergraduate career. During the course of my undergraduate studies, my circle of friends somehow ended up being his circle of friends and we ended becoming friends ourselves. Throughout our friendship, he has seen my work and little did I know became a fan and five years later I'm in DC capturing his love story.

Here are some of my favorite from their engagement session and as alway GO SEMINOLES!

Marsha + Paul : Love Meant to Be!

Mon, 23 Apr 2018 19:41:21 GMT

So I have a thing for warm weather and sunny beaches, so when Suze reached out to me about shooting her cousin's wedding on Miami Beach it was like God answering my hearts deepest prayers. Marsha and Paul said I do in front of family and friends and a few hundred strangers on the beach, followed by a lovely reception where they danced and celebrated their love.

This wedding was filled with good times, laughter and emotions and after hearing the back story that lead to them choosing love it all makes sense. There were a few times I had to catch my composure and remember that I'm suppose to capture it all. At the first touch, when Paul first saw Marsha coming down the aisle and during the speeches.

Between laughter, tears, good food and lots of kompa it's safe to say that Marsha and Paul had a wedding for the ages.
Enjoy a few from their lovely wedding day.

Fallon + Kennedy : Atlanta Love!

Sat, 21 Apr 2018 18:46:48 GMT

Kennedy and Fallon A.K.A. the #GrantedOnes.

Had an absolute blast working with these two on their engagement photos, a couple outgoing individuals that just fit. Laid back couples are always pleasure to work with because they make the hard part of the job easy. I brought the camera and they brought the personality and everything else.

Enjoy a few from their session at Atlantic Station and Buckhead in Atlanta, GA.

Chedelie + Chazjuan : Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox of Greater Orlando Wedding

Fri, 16 Mar 2018 03:13:48 GMT

Chedelie and Chazjuan said, "I Do" in Orlando, FL and decided to have me capture it all.
I've known Chazjuan since Middle School so to have the opportunity to photograph his wedding almost 15 years later was definitely an honor.

Enjoy these select images from their wedding day!

Kimberly + Justin : The Addison at Boca Raton Wedding

Tue, 06 Mar 2018 21:28:17 GMT

Whenever I receive inquires from good friends to photograph their wedding, my heart smiles. Photographing friends always does something special to my spirit and continues to show me that I made the right decision in choosing this career path.

Long story short, met Kimberly in during my undergraduate years at FSU and we kept in touch since meeting and little did I know she had her eyes on my work since then. I had to pleasure of capturing her engagement pictures (HERE) and during that session I knew that these two would be a pleasure to work with.

So enjoy this small glimpse into their lovely wedding at The Addison in beautiful Boca Raton, FL.

Barbara + Willems : Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando Wedding

Tue, 06 Mar 2018 02:29:30 GMT

I had the pleasure of working with Barbara and Willem's on their engagement photos (HERE) and now we fast forward to the big day.

Please enjoy these select images from their wedding in Orlando, FL.

Haynes Family at Holden Park!

Sat, 04 Feb 2017 16:09:47 GMT

There isn't much more that I can say about the Haynes Family, they started as clients become friends and now I consider them family.
It is always a pleasure photographing them and watching Calix grow up and this session was no different, well just a little. Calix was not feeling all that well, but still managed to get some great shot from the session.

Special thanks to Cheryl Collins Tillman (IG:CheryMarrie) for doing an amazing job on the makeup. Check her out and make sure to book her for you next session!

As always thanks for checking out the blog and don't forget to leave a comment and subscribe!

Surprise Birthday Rooftop Proposal | Dee-Lee + Brittany

Tue, 31 Jan 2017 19:20:25 GMT

When your friend decides that it's time to pop the question to his girlfriend, you show up and do you best against the mob.
Congratulations on deciding on forever!

Marcus + Destiny : An Afternoon at Holden Park

Tue, 31 Jan 2017 17:48:34 GMT

Marcus has been a friend of the family for a few years now and has wanted to work with me for a while to capture some pictures of him and his girlfriend. During my last visit to Orlando we finally had opportunity to do just that at one of my favorite locations, Holden Park.

Enjoy these images from their session.

Morikami Japanese Museum Maternity Session | Jeff + Yola

Sun, 08 Jan 2017 22:57:33 GMT

While in Orlando for the holidays, I took a trip down to South Florida to spend some time with Jeff and Yola.
I met Jeff during our college days since he was the DJ at most of the parties I attended. Fast forward five years, I run into him at two weddings where he was the DJ and I was the photographer. We exchanged information for networking purposes and little did I know a few months later I would be taking pictures of him and his wife as they expect their newest bundle of joy. We started at Morikami Museum in Boca Raton and ended in a lovely neighborhood in Boca.

Hope you enjoy these pictures as much as I did capturing them.

Brianna Graduates From The University of Georgia

Sun, 08 Jan 2017 21:24:57 GMT

Thanks to some very good friends I had to pleasure of meeting and capturing this special moment for Bianca and her family.
Now she's off into the working world to leave her mark and make a change.

Barbara + Willems : Leu Gardens Engagement

Tue, 20 Dec 2016 19:49:35 GMT

Barbara is the eldest sister of one of my closest friend, so when they selected me to be their photographer for their pre-wedding and wedding I truly felt honored.
These two met at their church where Willems caught the Barbara's eye will playing the bass in the church's band. Since their initial date, Willems has been serenading Barbara with both his musical talent and love.
We started their session at Harry P Leu Gardens in Winter Park where I let them just be them and finished up in lovely Downtown Orlando.

Fall Minis: The Middlebrooks

Wed, 14 Dec 2016 05:41:43 GMT

The Middlebrooks are always a joy to work with.
I've had to pleasure of being part of their wedding and few family session over the years and the personality of this family never disappoints.

We can say that Allen has his hands full with this bunch!

Mary Katrine + Ty : Georgia Freight Depot Love Tale

Wed, 19 Oct 2016 12:00:00 GMT

Earlier this year Mary Katrine and Ty tied the knot and I got invited!
Ty is in a band and Mary Katrine at the time was sorority girl at The University of Georgia and the two appeared to be complete opposites, but as the saying goes, "Opposites Attract". The two met after a mutual friend set them up on Memorial Day five years ago and after a bumpy start and four years of long distance dating, faith would have it that five years later we bare witness to them becoming husband and wife.

The two celebrated their union at the Georgia Railroad Freight Depot on the perfect day. The weather held up beautifully, family and friends started making their way to the venue and the two were filled with excitement. Only thing that was left them to do was to walk down the aisle and say, "I Do!"

Emilia + Shayeon Celebrate Love in Puerto Rico!

Mon, 10 Oct 2016 20:33:59 GMT

On our final day (Links to Day 1 + Day 2) of our Puerto Rico getaway, the weather God's had mercy on us. It was the ideal weather to capture the beauty found in Old San Juan. The day started with us walking through the city, then headed to Castillo San Felipe del Morro (El Morro) and ended back in the streets of Old San Juan. A wonderful ending to an amazing trip with an amazing couple.

Emilia and Shayeon were a joy to work with, they had a vision and trusted in my abilities to achieve that vision. Looking forward to the Five Year Anniversary!

Seeing Old San Juan With The Hawkins!

Mon, 10 Oct 2016 20:33:43 GMT

Day #2 with Emilia and Shayeon was spent doing a little sight seeing around Old San Juan with the occasional stop for photo opp.
The day started off with brunch at Carthage Express, which I must say is one of coolest restaurants I've been to in while. If you are ever in Old San Juan, HIGHLY recommend you stop by.
From the restaurant we walked to see some of the more popular spots around town and got to meet a few amazing folks.

Enjoy!

Exploring El Yunque With The Hawkins!

Mon, 10 Oct 2016 19:05:35 GMT

A few months ago I was blessed to get an invite to Puerto Rico to photograph The Hawkins as they celebrated their first wedding anniversary and it was a trip like no other.
Our first day on this adventure started with a very adventurous drive up the mountain to get to El Yunque, Puerto Rico's tropical rainforest. Once we reached our destination we took quick hike down to one of the many waterfalls in the rainforest.
Hiking through the rainforest was a first for me and was definitely worth it, the views were breathtaking and a little exercise never hurts.

Ojette Graduates From The University of Central Florida

Mon, 10 Oct 2016 15:14:44 GMT

I've had the pleasure of working with Ms. Bonhomme in the past and as before it was a pleasure to work with her again for this amazing achievement.
Hopeful these pictures show how much fun we had with this session. Let's just say that she doesn't let a cloudy day bring down her personality.
A little late getting it up on the blog, but better late than never.

Congratulations again OJ!

Isaiah Floyd Downtown Orlando Professional Session

Mon, 10 Oct 2016 14:25:07 GMT

It's always a pleasure to shoot friends and have them return and trust you with their vision.
I have know Mr. Floyd since our undergraduate time at Florida State University and have been blessed to capture some important moments in his journey. When he found out I was visiting Orlando and reached out to me to capture some shots of him in Downtown Orlando it was a no brainer for me.

Looking forward to seeing what's next for you my friend.

Orlando Maternity Session | Molly + Alex

Wed, 29 Jun 2016 17:40:39 GMT

Today we take a trip down memory lane back to last year for Molly and Alex's maternity session in Orlando, FL to celebrate baby Calix's first birthday.
This weekend still goes down as the busiest of my career, I shot her baby shower, wedding and maternity in the same same weekend that also happened to be Mother's Day Weekend.

Divya + Tesh : Indian Wedding Downtown OKC

Wed, 15 Jun 2016 18:28:52 GMT

The day following Divya and Hitesh's Haldi Ceremony I had the opportunity to photograph my first Indian Wedding and let's just say it was amazing. Friends and family traveled from all over the world to be in attendance for the lovely couple and after hearing a few of the speeches I understand why, Divya and Tesh are pretty awesome people.
I could talk about this wedding and couple all day, but I think these images will give you a good idea of what the day was like. The day started in Downtown Oklahoma City at the Sheraton, followed by a limo ride to the Mosque, then a drive back to Tesh's houses and back to the Sheraton to party the night away.

Thank you again Victor for the experience and for allowing me the opportunity to assist you on this amazing wedding!

The 3 Amigas Graduate From The University of Georgia

Wed, 15 Jun 2016 17:44:45 GMT

So I have some pretty amazing friends and it just so happens that they have amazing friends as well.
I've know Jelessa since our undergraduate career at Florida State University so when it came time for her to graduate with her Master's in Social Work I had to make the trip to Athens, GA to capture her portraits. During her session I also got to meet two of her girlfriends/best-friends, Marissa and Chere. I had such a blast working with these ladies and these pictures truly exemplifies their personalities.

Congratulations Ladies! Now go and make the world a better place for our future generations.

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Alexandria Wilkins Florida State University Graduation Session

Mon, 13 Jun 2016 20:50:45 GMT

While visiting Tallahassee in back April, I met Alexandria and her mother during a group session of her and her graduating line sisters of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. Her mom had such a warm and loving personality about her so we naturally starting talking about life and before you know I was being hired to photograph Alexandria's graduation portraits.

Congratulations Ms. Alexandria Wilkins! I know you will succeed in all that you, especially with the support system that you have backing you up.
Looking forward to hearing of all the great things that Dr. Wilkins is doing in the world.

Keep on smiling and dabbing on 'em while overcoming all the obstacles placed in front of you.

Divya + Hitesh : Downtown Sheraton OKC Haldi Ceremony

Mon, 13 Jun 2016 00:35:19 GMT

In April I had the pleasure of assisting my fellow photographer Victor Zerga of Victor Zerga Photography with a tradition Indian Wedding in Downtown Oklahoma City.
I was there for two of the three days of the festivities and those two days almost got the best of me and my camera, but every single minute of it was truly worth it.

Here are some of my favorite images from the Haldi, a ceremony in which a paste of Haldi is applied on the bride and the groom’s body before their wedding.
Hope these images give you a small representation of how entertaining this celebration was.

Part II with the wedding day pictures coming up soon!

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Kimberly + Justin A Tallahassee Love Tale

Mon, 06 Jun 2016 15:51:55 GMT

Kim and I have known each other for a couple years now through some mutual friends and she has been a huge supporter of my photography, but surprisingly this trip to Tallahassee, FL was the first time we actually got to work together. We've had multiple chances to work together, but timing was always an issue. We started their session on the campus of Florida State University, but decided to go to downtown Tallahassee for a more scenic location.

A little back story on the couple, Kim attended Florida State University and Justin Florida A&M University and met through a mutual Facebook friend that believe they were the perfect match. After talking for a while on Facebook, they decided to go on their first date and have been inseparable since. When asked how would you explain your relationship, Kim responded, "Joy, PURE JOY." Kim and Justin will be tying the knot in a couple moths in Boca Raton, FL and it was a pleasure to capture their engagement pictures a couple months before their big day.

ENJOY!

Destination Aruba

Thu, 02 Jun 2016 19:24:59 GMT

In April I had the opportunity to travel to Aruba to assist my friend Keith Cephus of Keith Cephus Photography on a destination wedding.
Jazz and Chris were a blast to work with and Aruba itself is an amazing island, there were beaches, historic hotels, lots of culture and many great memories made. I took this opportunity to bring my drone out and get some amazing aerial footage as well. This is a sample of the trip, from the day before shoot to the actual wedding itself. Looking forward to my trip back to Aruba, it was a hard place to leave.

Enjoy #ChrisGetJazzy!

Yvette + Oron A College Love Story

Thu, 02 Jun 2016 04:31:34 GMT

Oron and I are brothers of the same organization from college, so when he called me to let me know that he wanted me to be his wedding photographer, I was honored because it is always a blessing to be part of my friends special days. With their fast approaching wedding date, I was not sure I was going to have a chance to shoot their engagement pictures. The plan was to fly to D.C. to capture their love story, but as all photographers know, plans are made to be changed. April was an incredibly business month for me. I was blessed to shoot two destination weddings, three local weddings and a million graduation sessions (at least it felt like a million) so I really didn't have room in my schedule to fly DC that month. Luckily, Oron and I are friends on Facebook so when he caught wind that I would be in Tallahassee, FL the weekend that he would be in Jacksonville, FL he and Yvette decided they would catch me there and I'm super excited that they did. At first I was not too thrilled about shooting their session on FSU's campus, but once I found out that that is where they first met and where their love story started I decided to make the most of it. I'm super excited to capture their wedding in St. Augustine, FL in a couple months.

Enjoy the images created with these two love birds!

Shanquita + James Southern Love Engagement at Millennium Gate in Atlanta, GA

Mon, 30 May 2016 18:50:26 GMT

Although I did not have the pleasure of meeting James and Shanquita until a few minutes before the morning of their engagement session in Atlanta, they were are joy to work with. During their session, I had the pleasure of hearing the back story behind their love and let's just say that Shanquita stole James' heart at first site. According to James all it took was Shanquita to walk into his class of his very first day at Tuskegee University with her southern charm to steal his heart.

Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to be part of this special moment of your life.

The Ladies of Kappa Epsilon Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Graduate

Mon, 30 May 2016 17:00:35 GMT

When I received the call from these lovely ladies about capturing their Chapter Graduates for Fall 2016, I was truly honored because I love these ladies.
These ladies were amazing to work with, their individual personalities were definitely welcomed and made this session amazing. Although these ladies are individuals in their own special way, I also got a glimpse into the bond that makes them sisters.
These ladies were full of life and had such an amazing attitude throughout the session, a photographer's dream.

Ladies it was truly an honor and pleasure to be selected to capture this moment for you. Congratulations on graduating and I'm looking forward to seeing the impact you make in the world.

FAMU Graduation Session: Taylor Harris

Mon, 23 May 2016 14:00:00 GMT

Congratulations Ms. Taylor Harris on graduating from The Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University with your Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy!
Ms. Harris is a member of the Beta Alpha Chapter of Kappa Alpa Kappa, Sorority Inc. as well as a member of SISTUHS, Inc. and radio personality.
She will be returning to FAMU to pursue her Master's.

Short story behind this unplanned graduation session; I reached out to Taylor because there is a particular shot I've always wanted to capture on the campus of FAMU around sunset and I knew that she would be game for my adventures, after all she is my sister.
As luck would have it I did not get the shot I was looking for because the sky was clear, but I was able to capture some great shots for her to help her commemorate this special moment.

Thank you for being a good friend and playing along with my crazy adventures.
We will do it again in a couple years.

Joi Dukes Florida State University Graduation Session

Thu, 19 May 2016 15:33:51 GMT

Congratulations Joi! Photographing fraternity and sorority members is always a joy because it is always a group of close friends sharing a special moment with one another.
Joi is a member of the Kappa Epsilon Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, Sorority Incorporated at my alma mater, The Florida State University. Joi brought along a few of her line sisters to her session and they were a joy to work with. Joi graduated with her Bachelors of Arts Degree in Communication Media Studies and looks forward to moving to Georgia as she pursue a career in journalism. Wishing you success in all your future ventures and I'm looking forward to seeing you on my favorite news channel soon.

Hope you enjoy these image just as much as I did creating them.

Annielle Timmons FAMU Graduation Session

Thu, 19 May 2016 05:18:37 GMT

It is always a pleasure to photograph people during graduation because it is a time filled with joy and excitement, but it is always an honor to photograph friends.
Congratulations are in order for all of the Spring 2016 Graduates and a special congratulation to this young lady Annielle Timmons!
Full of joy and life, I knew that her session will be one to enjoy.

As you embark on your new life journeys while attending Nursing School in Jacksonville, FL I wish you nothing but success in all that you do.
Thanks again for allowing me the opportunity to be apart of this special moment in your life. Looking forward to seeing what God has planned of you.

Haynes Family at Cypress Grove Park

Sat, 23 Jan 2016 16:00:00 GMT

Another fun session with one of my favorite families to photograph. From the biggest member all the way down to Baby Calix, there is personality in every single member of the Haynes Clan!

The Haynes have been supporting me and my business venture since day one and I could not ask for better clients. Over the course of our relationship, I have had the opportunity to shoot their baby shower, maternity pictures, wedding and now their first family picture. As you go through the different galleries on my website, I can almost guarantee that they are somewhere in that gallery. Throughout that time they have grown to be more than clients to me, they are family and I treat them as such.

Thank You Again for always having my back and supporting my dreams!

SHAN + GERREN "VALENTINE LOVE" AT PONCE CITY MARKET

Fri, 08 Jan 2016 05:59:59 GMT

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!

2015 was an amazing year for me. It was a year full of opportunity, growth and changes.
One of the biggest change that occurred for me in 2015 was my decision to relocate to Atlanta (technically Marietta), GA, to become a full time photographer. This transition had to, by far, be one of the hardest and most challenging things I've had to do in my 25 years of life. I woke up one morning and decided it was time to take a leap of faith and break out of my comfort zone. So I left my well paying and stable career position with the State of Florida and decided to follow my dreams. This transition has been filled with its ups and downs, but thankfully there has been more ups than downs and four months into it, I wouldn't have it any other way.

I want thank all my clients that supported me in 2015 and thank you in advance to all the support that will come in the future years.

Now for the reason you visited today, MY FIRST BLOG POST OF 2016.
This year, I will make it my mission to blog and post A LOT more than I did in 2015.

I was granted the opportunity to tag-team this engagement session with one of my new found Atlanta colleagues Tiffany Powell of Tiffany Powell Photography at Ponce City Market and I must say we knocked this session out of the park. Shan and Gerren were an amazing couple to work with, very laid back and full of love. Not only are they very photogenic, but they were a photographers dream couple. Even with Gerren needing a little extra incentive from his wife-to-be.

Can't wait to help capture their Valentine's Day Wedding in a few weeks.

Chasity + Rhone in Thomasville

Sat, 20 Jun 2015 03:45:06 GMT

Rhone and Chasity's engagement session was one for the ages. With a Polar Express themed wedding it was only right that we took the clock back a few decades for their session. Although we had a few unforeseen things take place during their session, they rolled with the lemons and we came out with lemonade. We started the day at The Sweet and Savory Sisters Restaurant for some vintage shots and from there headed to the Rose Garden and Cherokee Lake Park to wrap up the session. Enjoy and I can't wait to shoot their wedding in January.
#FrancisWedding1916

Bride's Dream Team
Hair Stylist: Shayna Drayton (Next Level Full Service Salon)
Makeup Artist: Radiant Jones (Always Radiant Makeup Artistry)
Fashion Stylist: Eartha Butler
Fashion Stylist Assistant: Claretta Domingos
Nails: Nailport Salon

Groom's Dream Team
Barber: Jeff Allen (Fade Professional Barbershop)
Fashion Stylist: Donal McCloud Jr
Fashion Sylist Assistant: Vernon Barber

Special Thanks to The Sweet and Savory Sisters for allowing us to shoot majority of this session at the restaurant and for being very accommodating to our needs on a busy Saturday!

Molly + Alex Get Hitched on a Lake

Wed, 20 May 2015 20:41:28 GMT

Alex & Molly's wedding was one of the three events that I had the honor of photographing for them on Mother's Day Weekend. In addition to the wedding, I had the honor and pleasure of photographing their baby shower as well as their maternity session. Although this weekend was long and tiring, I would not have changed a thing about it, I met some amazing people and got a chance to witness the power of love.

The wedding was took place at Paradise Cove at Buena Vista Watersports in Orlando, FL on Mother's Day 2015. This is a very small and private wedding, but the emotions and personalities in attendance to celebrate this union were big.

Venue: Paradise Cove at Buena Vista Watersports in Orlando, FL
Make-Up: Cheryl Tillman (@CherylMarie)
Music: Jade Jones (@Jade_Sangs)

Enjoy and CONGRATS #HitchedHaynes51015

Nicole + Eli'Sha's Intimate Lakefront Wedding

Tue, 19 May 2015 12:28:37 GMT

What is more stressful than photographing a wedding? Photographing the wedding of really amazing friends. I have shot my fair share of weddings and in the past and I can honestly say that nerves were to the max with this one. Eli'Sha & Nicole's wedding took place at the Lake Mary Events Center in beautiful Lake Mary, FL. Weather was perfect, scenery was lovely and the couple full of joy and ready to put on a show for family and friends.

Day started in Altamonte Springs at the Hampton Inn & Suites for hair and make up and from there the convoy left for Lake Mary. Bride and Bridesmaids got dressed and did the last minute touch up on location and then it was show time.

Weather was lovely that Sunday afternoon, friends and family were looking great and full of excitement to see this lovely day unfold.

Enjoy!

LILY

Sat, 11 Apr 2015 07:35:08 GMT

Lily's Six Month Session

Had the opportunity to assist my good friend on one of her six month session during Easter weekend.
This adorable angel is Lily and she was a joy to work with. Can't wait til her nine month session.