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Lisa & Shane married | Jacksonville wedding photographer

Wishing Well Photography — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:50:48 +0000

At my initial consultation with Lisa and Shane, they told me they loved a natural setting–which was one of the things that had attracted them to my style of photography–and that they were getting married at the Keeler property, a beautiful wedding venue with rustic barns, ponds, and geese. Anyone who knows me knows I also love this type of location, so I was very excited to help them capture their day in such a rich setting.

Lisa and Shane met in graduate school for pharmacy, and it’s easy to see how well they fit together as a couple. There’s a quiet happiness when they’re together that’s almost palpable–that special ease that couples have when they know each other so well and trust each other completely. Lisa and Shane, thanks for letting me record these wedding memories for you, and for just being you. I wish you many, many years of happiness together!

And now for the pictures. To start off, here are some of Lisa and Shane as a newly married couple. The light before sunset is usually gorgeous, and that evening the trees picked up such lush golden colors.

This barn is so simple, and yet so elegant, too. It was the perfect spot for their ceremony. The Keeler property is filled with so many details that helped create a mood for the wedding. And I personally always have a soft spot for ducks and geese.

I loved how Shane’s face lit up when he saw Lisa coming down the aisle.

Wedding Article | Jacksonville wedding photographer

Wishing Well Photography — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:39:43 +0000

I photographed Rebekah & Chris’ wedding back in August of last year, and the Times Union wrote an article about in in their Entertainment section. The article came out in November , but I thought I’d still share the article link (I meant to blog about this sooner! ): here.

One year | Jacksonville family photographer

Wishing Well Photography — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 01:00:55 +0000

I was scanning through some of my recent posts and realized I haven’t yet blogged Miss P’s one-year portraits from before the new year. I couldn’t let this cute baby face slip by, so here are the pictures. It’s always a pleasure working with the C family and watching P grow.

I love this traditional Indian outfit she’s wearing. Isn’t it gorgeous?

They brought their dog this time, and she’s so sweet. It’s easy to tell she’s a dog that’s good with babies.

The wonder of cake…

Baby goodness | Jacksonville newborn photographer

Wishing Well Photography — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:03:42 +0000

Little R is such tiny perfection. He slept beautifully, and it was easy to see how much joy he has brought to his parents.

Oh for the days when our babies’ sweet faces fit in the palm of our hands…

Baby Blue | Saint Augustine child photographer

Wishing Well Photography — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:00:13 +0000

The grandmother of this baby boy hired me to take portraits as a surprise gift for her daughter and son-in-law. When I arrived, little C had just woken up from a nap and I could see right away he is an adorable and good-natured little baby. The plan had been to do some indoor portraits, but we ended up keeping almost all of the portraits indoors because it was a particularly dreary and cold day outside. The home was so lovely and inviting (and festive for the holidays!) that it was easy to find many perfect nooks for portraits.

Look at those gorgeous baby blues.

This beautiful antique chair has been in the family a long time and has special meaning for them.

Their home overlooked the ocean, so even though it was very gray outside, we had to at least venture out for a few beach portraits before all the light was gone (and I was able to coax out some pretty colors during editing ).

Morning fun | Jacksonville family photographer

Wishing Well Photography — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 15:24:29 +0000

I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday and New Year! I’m catching up on blogging a few sessions from before the holidays. This family is so sweet and and full of happy energy. I photographed little P for his newborn portraits, and it was fun to see how much he’s grown. He’s quite the little boy now.

This was a mini session, but we were able to squeeze in a couple pictures of miss A at the end. Look at those beautiful eyes and smile!

One | Jacksonville family photographer

Wishing Well Photography — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 02:26:03 +0000

I photographed little M for his newborn portraits (and before that, maternity pictures), and I couldn’t believe it was already time for his one-year portraits. The year has gone by so fast. Our first attempt at the session was thwarted by fierce winds, but it was a gorgeous day when we successfully met up at the beach in Ponte Vedra. The T family is always a lot of fun, and I had a great time with them. M is such a cute little boy and already full of personality.

I love the light here, and how he’s so interested in the starfish. The world is such a magical place at this age.

These are the kinds of moments to look back on and smile.

Before moving to this area, I didn’t really think much about the beach amazingly enough. But now that I’ve lived here for so many years, I realize how lucky we are. This picture is what living near the beach is all about.

Two and Three | Saint Augustine children photographer

Wishing Well Photography — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 02:08:53 +0000

I met these adorable boys, just two and three years old, in Saint Augustine for their portraits. Saint Augustine has so many nooks to choose from for an urban session. I loved the hats their mom brought, and I enjoyed exploring the area with them.

It’s easy to tell A and E have fun together as brothers.

He’s already quite the little man.

Look at those heartbreaker eyes in training.

Beach | Saint Augustine family photographer

Wishing Well Photography — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 17:08:29 +0000

It may be chilly today, but it was a beautiful, warm day when I met the T family for their portrait session. Little G is such a happy little boy and loved playing at the beach.

G had a great time throwing sand. I love how joyful he looks here with the sand in action.

G pretended to be a bird, jumping and flapping his arms. The birds are a little small, but you can see them flying over the ocean on the right-hand side.

Baby at 6 months | Jacksonville family photographer

Wishing Well Photography — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 16:15:08 +0000

I photographed sweet Miss S as a newborn, and it was a pleasure to see how much she’s grown for her 6-month portraits. We were rained out of the session right after we finished the family pictures, but when we met on a different day to finish the individual portraits of S, the weather was perfect. N family, it was great seeing you all again!

I love the dreamy light in this one, and S is so serene.

Look at those lovely eyes.

S’s mom knows just the game to make her little one laugh.

Her tongue is so adorable!