Emma - Sneak Peek - Raleigh, NC
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The First Days
/Needless to say, we've had our hands full around here! We are looking forward to sharing some of our recent shoots very soon! With Grant being born in early July and our moving day soon after, it feels like the last few weeks have been a blur! That being said, we have been beyond blessed in how smooth everything went with Grant's arrival and the moving process - thank you to all of our friends and family who chipped in! Here's a few shots from Mr. Grant's first few days! -Teran
Wofford Family - Wake Forest, NC
/Newborn sessions are always a lot of fun, but when you get to combine that with a fun loving brother and sister and awesome parents it makes for a great session! We had so much fun with Kristen, Jonathan and their three adorable kiddos Eli, Katie, and Liza. Liza was a week and a half old when we did their session and you could just see the love and excitement her brother and sister already had for her. We met the Wofford's at their beautiful home in Wake Forest. Seriously, guys, we love your home! Plenty of natural light and super cute decor - a photographer's happy place! We can't wait to catch up with the Wofford's again a little ways down the road to document the way this family will grow!
A Family Reunion – Hilton Head Island, SC
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It's been a few weeks now since we got back from Hilton Head Island, SC for a family reunion celebrating our grandparents 65th wedding anniversary! We had a great time bike riding, golfing, and relaxing by the pool and on the beach. Most of all, we were grateful to spend time with our family that we don't get to see as often as we'd like.
As I've said before, HHI is one of my favorite places and when you combine one of your favorite places with family, it always makes for a great week! We had 4 generations under one roof - cooking, eating, laughing, and simply enjoying time together!
Of all things, we were grateful to spend the week celebrating our amazing grandparents! It's rare these days to see marriages last 50+ years, let alone 65! It's been a blessing to watch my grandparents share life together - to be raised within a family that honors and celebrates commitment, love & loyalty. Our grandparents are a true example of what it means to love and laugh together - through the good and bad times. What a legacy they have left for all of us.
Leanna's Bridal Shower - Raleigh, NC
/One thing Paige and I love about photography is being able to capture special moments and memories for people. When Erin, an old friend of ours, contacted us about doing photography and videography at a bridal shower for her future sister-in-law, Leanna, we were really excited. Erin is such a fun, loving, and hilarious person and we knew that the shower would reflect all those things. The shower was hosted at Erin's house by her and her mother. From the cozy environment to the personal details - the house was decorated with care. It was evident that everyone, especially Leanna, really enjoyed the time together. It is always a privilege to document celebrations like Leanna's shower - joyful gatherings of friends and family - to capture the details and moments and allow those involved to sit back and enjoy. If you have a shower, birthday party, anniversary, or graduation event coming up, let us know! We would love to be a part of it!
Bridal Shower from fifthofjune on Vimeo.
Driver Family - Wake Forest, NC
/A few weeks ago Teran and I had the great pleasure of meeting up with the Driver family in Wake Forest. For months we've been discussing getting together to capture some photos of their growing family. Billy is a pastor at our church and I have had the privilege to serve along side of him for years in our college and young adults ministry. From the day I met him and Sonia, their heart for service was evident and that attitude carries over when you see them around their family. You might think a family of 8 would keep our hands full, but it truly was one of the most laid back and enjoyable sessions we have had!
Weekend Backpacking Trip
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A few weeks ago I enjoyed a weekend trip to the Tennessee/North Carolina border for a 2-day hike with a group of friends from Raleigh. This was my first experience camping along the trail and it was one I won't soon forget. Beyond the fact that the area is beautiful, there is something quite enjoyable about being away from the rush of it all. Without cell service and modern conveniences, time on the trail meant good conversation and time to truly enjoy the people next to you and the beauty around you. So here's a run down of what I took away from this trip: 1. Anyone who hikes the AT, or even a significant portion of it, has my full respect and admiration.
2. If you enjoy not sleeping, go hiking. (This probably doesn't apply to everyone, oh well.)
3. If you are having trouble being thankful and you have a bed and restroom, well... there's a good starting point.
4. The scenic views of WNC and Tennessee are a natural masterpiece.
5. I am blessed to have friends that are kind, selfless, and a true joy to be around.
So here's a few shots from our weekend. Most are from my iPhone as it was pretty damp for most of our hike and the less weight I could carry in my hands the better off I was. We hiked around Roan Mountain. We began our trip at Carver's Gap and hiked to Overmountain Shelter. If you like uphill climbs, steps, mild exhaustion and being in the woods, be sure to check it out. All joking aside, it was beautiful and we had a great time.
Down at the Docks - Hilton Head, SC
/Meg has been a friend of ours for years and her little boy, Cameron, is about one of the cutest kids I know (outside my nephew of course!). I'm pretty sure it is impossible to take a bad shot of them, but we had a lot of fun spending the day together nevertheless.
Hilton Head Island - An Instagram Take
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Our good friend Ashley has lived on Hilton Head Island for a while now and it has become a favorite getaway for us. This year marked our 2nd annual girl's weekend. Once a year we get together to catch up, relax, and invest in friendships that have persevered over many seasons of life. Over the weekend we enjoyed a boat ride along the coast, some time down at the docks and some beautiful beach sunsets. Here's a few shots all taken with an iPhone5.
Strawberry Picking - Raleigh, NC
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We are that family. You know, the ones that are always on the go. When the parentals come to town, Teran, typically has a day by day agenda planned out weeks in advance. On one of their recent trips that meant a trip to the Strawberry farm to pick fresh strawberries. We went out for the afternoon and Aiden got a taste of his first strawberries.
Where it Began
/I remember Meghan calling me. "Listen, I'd like you to photograph my wedding." she said.
Stunned silence.
"What?" I replied. "Meghan, I don't know how to do that, I've never photographed anything."
"Sure you have!" she answered. "You'll be fine. I believe in you. Plus, if you don't do it then no one will. So you'll do it, right?"
So began my photography journey and though I didn't know it at the time, saying yes was the first step that would lead me to this day. It's funny to look back at the pictures now. To remember that day and the weeks leading up to it. I scoured every blog, book and article I could get my hands on up until her wedding day when I pulled out my old Rebel T1i and a rented lens and made the best of the day that I could. I've learned a lot since then but it's fun to look back at those pictures and remember where it all began.
