Dan and Michelle: The Georgian, Athens, Georgia

Dan and Michelle have been an absolute joy to get to know and work with. Not only did these two recently graduate with their Doctorate degrees from the University of Georgia (Congratulations Dr. and Dr. Buhr!!) They also tied the knot in their favorite city—Athens. Their day took place at the Georgian where we photographed Michelle’s details and she and Dan shared a sweet first look! Then we all piled in a shuttle to head over to North Campus for their portraits.

We hung out on North Campus which is gorgeous ANY time of year—and made sure to get some photos at the iconic chapel bell and arch before shuttling back over to the Georgian to prep for the ceremony.

Their ceremony was elegant and sweet and they exchanged vows in front of their closest family and friends—many of whom traveled all the way from Alaska and Michigan for the occasion! At the reception, they were introduced to cheers before sharing their first dance as husband and wife. Then Michelle’s brother twirled her around the dance floor and Dan danced with his mother.

They cut their cake, and soon after had a VERY special and surprise visit from the UGA mascot, Hairy Dawg!! The guests cheered as he made his entrance and y’all—that was one of the most exciting and fun receptions we’ve had the chance to photograph!

Dan and Michelle, we were so privileged to capture this special time for you—congratulations and GO DAWGS!!!

Venue: The Georgian, Athens, Georgia

Planner/Coordinator: Jackson and June Events

Photographer: Audrey Herron Photography

Second Photographer: Kristal Whitley

Hair and Makeup: Style On Site

Florist: Arazia Florals

Videographer: Scott Belager Films

DJ: Kris Plummer, Sound In Sight Pro

Zack and Mandy: Avonlea Hill and Heart Spring Hill, Monroe, Georgia

I loved having Zack, Mandy and Mandy’s mom out for their beautiful fall engagement session! Cloudy days can be perfect because you hav nice, even light and it made for a gorgeous session for these two as we explored the pastures and pond. I am so excited to work with this sweet couple and can’t wait to capture their day in the spring!! Congratulations, y’all!

Cole and Allie: Aberdeen, Statham Georgia

Cole and Allie are one of the sweetest, most genuine couples I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with! I absolutely loved them as soon as I met them—and the way they put God first in their relationship is truly inspiring. The weather was not ideal for their day—it was cold and we dealt with a steady drizzle most of the day—but they didn’t let it steal their joy.

Allie was an absolutely stunning and classic bride—her gown was beautiful with lace appliqués and her blue and white palette was the perfect touch for an elegant southern wedding.

After some photos with her girls, Cole and Allie shared a sweet first look where they read private vows to one another. We worked around the drizzle and rain for some beautiful couples photos before we prepped for the ceremony. Although I know Allie had to be disappointed that the weather prevented her from her first choice of her ceremony location, the view across the lake and the chapel reflecting in the water behind them was perfectly reflective of their relationship and how they have laid their foundation on God—and in the end, their day was perfect and couldn’t have been more beautiful!

We photographed some quick “Just married” photos before Cole and Allie were introduced into their reception where guests enjoyed dinner, dessert and dancing to the live band (and also enjoyed the Georgia game on in the background).

Cole and Allie, your relationship is truly inspiring and it was such a privilege to capture this special time for you! I pray God’s blessing on your marriage as you begin your lives together! Congratulations!

Venue: Aberdeen Estate

Coordinator: Gilly Francis

Photographer: Audrey Herron Photography

Second Photographers: Kristal Whitley and Alaina Thompson

Florist: Thistle and Bloom

Hair and Makeup: Classic City Make Up

Catering: Epting Events

Stooksbury Family: Avonlea Hill and Heart Spring Hill, Monroe, Georgia

Brandon and Kaylynn will always be one of my most memorable couples—because they were the last wedding I photographed before Covid hit. I have had the privilege of capturing every special milestone in their lives all the way back to their engagement session! I just LOVE this sweet family—over the years they have become friends and I’m so thankful for the opportunity to continue to photograph them! They came out to our little farm and we started their photos there before heading across the street to my neighbor’s farm to finish! Love these fall family photos!

Bush Family: Avonlea Hill, Monroe, Georgia

Caitlin is a sweet friend and colleague! She owns and runs the Posh Cakery out of Monroe, Georgia and we often work weddings together. My girls LOVE her cupcakes! I absolutely loved having her beautiful family out to our farm for some fall family photos! Love her dress and colors!!

Michael and Crystal: 9 Oaks Farm, Monroe, Georgia

Michael and Crystal had a gorgeous fall wedding at 9 Oaks Farm! They planned their wedding from out west where Crystal was in medical school, and their day finally came together in a beautiful celebration with family and friends!

Crystal’s fall colors were just beautiful and her lace detailed gown and gorgeous train made her every inch the classic bride! Their sweet pups, Mika and Moxie were even included—much to Michael’s surprise! After a surprise first look with them, Crystal made her appearance for her first look with Michael—and we captured some sweet portraits.

Pumpkins and fall colored goblets adorned the reception hall and when it came time for the ceremony, Michael couldn’t help but shed a few tears as he watched his beautiful bride walking toward him.

They celebrated with their family and friends at the reception and were sent off with a sparkler exit. We are so thrilled for them and it was truly a pleasure to work with them and capture this special time! Congratulations, Michael and Crystal!

Venue: 9 Oaks Farm

Coordinator: Jacki Garrison

Photographer: Audrey Herron Photography

Second Photographers: Kristal Whitley and Alaina Thompson

Videographer: Scott Belanger Films

Whitworth Family: Avonlea Hill, Monroe, Georgia

Adria and I go WAY back….all the way back to when we used to carpool from Winder to Norcross when I taught there and she was the media specialist! I have loved seeing her family grow over the years and was so excited to see them again when they came out for photos at our little farm! The fall colors were just perfect!!!

Riley and Abby: Danielsville, Georgia

Riley and Abby are just the SWEETEST couple—I have so enjoyed getting to know them over the past year as we photographed their engagement session, talked about their wedding, and finally photographed their gorgeous October wedding!

Abby’s colors were just perfect for fall—and she looked every inch the beautiful boho bride with her handmade in Mexico shoes, her pampas grass accents and lace gown.

Riley and Abby exchanged vows in front of the old fireplace ruins at her parent’s farm. After they were pronounced “husband and wife”, we photographed their portraits with the beautiful fall leaves and lake in the background. Riley is a firefighter so we made sure to include his crew and his hat in the photos!

When it was time for the reception, Riley’s Dad made his appearance dressed as Harry Potter—and later he told a story of how for Riley’s 6th birthday party, (which was Harry Potter) Abby was the only girl he wanted to invite.

It was truly a gorgeous, sweet, intimate day and I am so thrilled for this special couple! Congratulations, Riley and Abby!!

CJ and Allison: Monroe, Georgia

I LOVED getting to hang out with this sweet couple for their engagement session! They are just so genuine and laid back and they were up for anything I suggested! CJ and Allison have been together for several years and they are so excited to be tying the knot in April at Magnolia Oaks Farm in Madison. I’m so glad I get to capture this special time for them and I can’t wait to photograph their spring wedding!! Congratulations, y’all—I hope you enjoy this sweet season of being engaged!

Fulcher Family, Heart Spring Hill, Monroe, Georgia

The Fulcher Family is really special—Bryce used to coach with my husband at Norcross and I used to sit with Beckie in the stands. I LOVED getting to see them again and capture some sweet family memories for them!

Chupp Family and Cassie's Graduation: UGA North Campus Athens, GA

Y’all—I just adore this sweet family!! Cassie and Parker were one of my couples from several years ago—and this gorgeous lady is getting ready to graduate from the University of Georgia with her doctorate degree in epidemiology! I am SO proud of her! We combined her graduation photos with some sweet family photos—Cassie’s sister, Lillie, is a colleague of mine and coordinates weddings with Jackson and June, and her parents are just the sweetest. I absolutely loved getting to see them and hang out up at UGA for these special photos!

The Salley Family: Avonlea Hill, Monroe, Georgia

The Salley Family

Y'all--I ADORE this precious family!! I've known them for years and I've had the pleasure of photographing them all the way back to their engagement and even before that to Jillian's sister's wedding! Jillian's dad has been an amazing prayer warrior for my dad as he's battled cancer and often messages me to check in and see how my dad is doing. I LOVED having them out to our little farm at Avonlea Hill for some fun family photos--and sweet Elayna loved the swing!

Fernando and Natasha: 2425 Warehouse, Monroe Georgia

Fernando and Natasha had a GORGEOUS fall wedding at 2425 Warehouse in Monroe, Georgia! These two truly compliment one another and were just SO sweet to work with—Fernando was the epitome of a southern gentleman and always saying “yes ma’am”, offering to help carry things and was so attentive to his beautiful bride. Natasha’s gown sparkled and y’all—her train was just stunning! She was every inch the fairy tale bride and she chose her sweet mother to stand beside her as her matron of honor.

She had Fernando’s ring custom made with the Lord’s Prayer—their faith is very important to them, and that was displayed throughout their day and in their ceremony.

They shared a sweet first look followed by portraits and exchanged their vows in underneath the beautiful tree canopy at 2425 Warehouse. After sealing their vows with a kiss, Fernando kicked up his heels as he kissed his bride on the way back down the aisle and everyone laughed and enjoyed sharing that joyful moment!

At the reception, they danced the night away with friends (and had the UGA game live on the patio) before they were sent off to begin their lives together with a gorgeous fireworks send off! It was the perfect day to celebrate these two and such a JOY for us to capture this special time for them!! Congratulations!!

Corey and Cassi: Chapman Hills, Jefferson, Georgia

I have had the pleasure of knowing the Childs family ever since I photographed Corey’s twin brother’s wedding a few years ago. When Cassi reached out to let me know she was engaged to Corey, I was absolutely thrilled to have the chance to work with this sweet family again! Cassi and Corey are just an incredibly sweet, incredibly genuine couple! Their relationship is firmly ground in their faith and that was clearly reflected in their wedding through the several times they prayed throughout their day, their ceremony and their private vows.

Cassi wasn’t afraid of color—she embraced it and her color palette was vibrant, cheery and absolutely gorgeous!! The colors made her summer wedding.

Corey and Cassi shared a sweet first look followed by private vows that they read to one another. After capturing some portraits of them, we brought out the bridal party. Despite the August heat, the bridal party was amazing and we worked quickly to get their photos captured so they could sneak back into the air conditioning and cool off!

I think everyone was relieved when at ceremony time, clouds covered the sky and gave us a welcome respite from the heat. Cassi’s father walked her down the aisle and she and Corey exchanged vows, rings and served one another communion. After their families came forward to pray over them, they were pronounced husband and wife and Corey eagerly kissed his stunning bride.

After a quick break to cool off, we stepped back outside where the wind was picking up to finish their bride and groom portraits before Corey and Cassi were introduced into their wedding reception and enjoyed celebrating the rest of the evening with their closest friends and family.

At the end of the evening, they shared a final private dance before being sent off with sparklers to begin their new lives together. Corey and Cassi—it was an a absolute privilege for me to capture this special time for y’all! May God bless you abundantly as you embark on this new journey! Congratulations!

Venue: Capman Hills, Jefferson GA

Coordinator: Megan Stevens

Photographer: Audrey Herron Photography

Second Photographers: Kristal Whitley and Alaina Thompson

Florist: Bloom & Ivy

Hair and Makeup: Kayla Walters Hair and Makeup

Videographer: Russ Feltman Films

Amelia: Senior Session, Monroe

This gorgeous girl is my neighbor and she’s enjoying her senior year at George Walton Academy. I had so much fun capturing some special memories for her with her ponies, Fame, Toby and Penny and her Corgi, Comet. Amelia hopes to attend Brenau College and pursue an eventual career in law. Amelia, I hope you enjoy your senior year! Congratulations, sweet girl!

Cole and Madison: Little River Farms

I’ve known the Hanna family for years—their daughter, Sydney, was in my British Literature class….their son, Cole, was on the Norcross football team and my husband was one of his coaches…I photographed Sydney’s wedding and then Madison was a student in my husband’s math class! This family is just one of the sweetest—Ty and Stephanie still volunteer for the NHS football program even though their kids have graduated and are starting families of their own. They are just all amazing people, and for us to get to capture this special day of them was just a joy!

Their beautiful wedding day took place at Little River Farms in Alpharetta. It was sunny and hot so we bounced back and forth from outside to inside for photos to keep them cool! After a sweet first look, Madison and Cole exchanged private vows. Their ceremony had a chance of rain, and despite the thunder that rumbled in the distance, and the darkening skies, not a drop fell until we were back inside after bride and groom portraits!

Their ceremony was God-centered and sweet with both Madison and Cole’s siblings reading a special verse and telling a story, and the flower girl being driven down the aisle in a remote controlled car. After exchanging rings, they sealed their vow with a kiss and Cole dipped Madison again as they walked down the aisle as husband and wife.

Cole and Madison were troopers as we hurried to get in their bride and groom portraits before the storm hit—and we finished with family portraits inside by the beautiful fireplace before the reception began.

They had an absolutely gorgeous celebration surrounded by their closest family and friends and then enjoyed dancing the night away! Cole and Madison—y’all are just the sweetest—we wish you all the blessings and happiness as you embark on this journey of marriage! Congratulations!!

Venue: Little River Farms

Coordinator: Paige Postal Clark

Photographer: Audrey Herron Phogography

Second Photographers: Alaina Thompson and Heath Herron

Hair: Milly Wilson

Makeup: Bombshell Creations, Paige Buffalino

Florist: Millbrook Farm Flowers

DJ: Alex Ward

Cole and Allie: Little Mulberry Park Engagement

Cole and Allie are so excited to be planning their November wedding! These two are just the sweetest, and I loved getting to know them at their engagement session at Little Mulberry Park! Allie recently graduated from UGA and Cole is excited to head into student ministry—and they couldn’t be happier to do life together! They were so full of joy and it was evident they truly loved being together—so they made my job easy capturing some sweet memories for them. I am so excited to celebrate with them and capture their upcoming fall wedding! Congratulations Cole and Allie—may God bless this sweet chapter in your lives!

Kip and Blakelee: The Engine Room, Monroe, Georgia

Kip and Blakelee are just the sweetest couple—Blakelee is from my hometown of Loganville, Georgia and is a teacher at LHS, my alma mater. From the moment I met her, she just had the sweetest spirit about her—she and Kip both did. Their wedding took place at the Engine Room in Monroe, Georgia and it couldn’t have been a more beautiful day!

Jacki Garrison did a fantastic job pulling all of the details together, and keeping everyone on schedule—and the florals by JL Designs were STUNNING as always. Y’all—the dessert table was pretty spectacular—The Posh Cakery did a fabulous job and guests were hanging out around it all evening!

Blakelee and her dad love coke—so after a first look with her dad, Blakelee shared a coke with him—a unique and meaningful moment just for the two of them.

Blakelee’s sweet bridesmaids had the most gorgeous color for their gowns—a soft fog blue. After doing some photos on the patio, Blakelee and Kip shared a first touch, read letters to one another and prayed.

Their ceremony was God-centered and sweet, and not only did Blakelee’s mother lay white roses in empty chairs to remember those special family members who passed on, but their families surrounded them in the middle of the ceremony to pray.

After they were pronounced husband and wife, Kip kissed his beautiful bride and we went out for more photos while the guests enjoyed cocktails on the patio.

At the reception, guests enjoyed pizza from Monroe’s favorite Italian restaurant, Amici’s, and then danced the evening away before Kip and Blakelee were sent off with cheers and sparklers.

It was truly a memorable celebration for these two families and this special couple—I wish them every blessing as they begin their new lives together! Congratulations, Kip and Blakelee!

Venue: The Engine Room

Photographer: Audrey Herron Photography

Second Photographers: Kristal Whitley and Alaina Thompson

Coordinator: Jacki Garrison

Florist: JL Designs

Cakes: The Posh Cakery

Catering: Amicis

Kyle and Skylar: Monroe, Georgia Engagement

I first met Kyle when his Mom was an assistant instructor in one of my photography classes and she convinced him to come model for us. It’s so hard to believe he’s getting married!! I LOVED getting to see him again and meet his gorgeous fiancé, Skylar at their engagement session!

Kyle’s dad drove a very special truck over for their session—the truck Kyle’s grandfather ordered out of the Sears and Roebuck catalogue when he was sixteen years old. Kyle’s dad spent hours restoring it, so it’s very special to their family.

Their engagement session took place at my neighbor’s beautiful farm, Heart Spring Hill. The wildflowers were blooming, and it was just a stunning location!

These two are so excited to plan their wedding for early spring—and I can’t wait to capture their day! Congratulations, Kyle and Skylar!!!

Trey and Emily: A Madison Farmhouse and 9 Oaks Farm Wedding

The very first time I met Emily was at Kaylynn’s engagement session. I remember meeting her in the barn apartment, and had no idea then that a few years later, I’d be photographing her wedding in the same location! I saw Emily again when she was a bridesmaid in Kaylynn’s wedding, so when her mother, Ruth, called me to see if I was available, I was thrilled to get to see her again and capture her special day!

Trey and Emily are just so sweet and down to Earth—I loved getting to chat with Trey at their engagement session about his fruit trees. They were engaged in New York, and planned their wedding in only a few short months—but y’all—the outcome was absolutely stunning!

Everything about their day was classic—from her beautiful monogram invitations and napkins, to her lace gown and cathedral length veil, to the soft wedgewood blue colors. Even Emily’s bouquet had a special touch and was wrapped in lace and material from her mother and grandmother’s wedding gowns. Emily, her mother and Chasity Burroughs Events collaborated and came up with the design plans and Gussie’s House of Flowers made the careful plans come to life! Emily was just elegant, and both her father and her brothers enjoyed a first look with her.

Emily let me know the cross on the back patio was a special place for them—so that’s where Trey got to see his beautiful bride for the first time! He couldn’t help but get a little emotional as Emily walked to him, veil blowing in the wind. After enjoying a few private moments, we spent a few minutes on some portraits.

When the ceremony time grew near, the trolley began transporting guests down to the farmhouse lawn where blue and white floral tablecloths draped cocktail tables and a fizzy truck waited to greet them. After selecting their drink of choice, the guests found their way to their seats in front of the gorgeous, sprawling oak that was draped with a blanket of flowers.

Emily’s father escorted her out of their farmhouse and down the aisle to Trey, who waited with a smile. They exchanged vows and rings, and were pronounced husband and wife.

About that time, the wind, which we’d been battling all day, really picked up—so we hurried to get family portraits in and another round of bride/groom portraits before the rain set in and then the bridal party traveled to 9 Oaks Farm for the reception on the trolley.

9 Oaks Farm was sparkling and gorgeous—white sheer curtains and glittering lights framed the reception room. The tables were draped in classic white and floral cloths and the arrangements were soft and beautiful. Trey and Emily and their bridal party were announced, and the celebration began!

Their day was truly a beautiful and memorable event that their families will always remember! Trey and Emily—congratulations! May the Lord abundantly bless your marriage!

Venue: Bearden Family Farm and 9 Oaks Farm

Designer/Planner/Coordinator: Chasity Burroughs Events

Day of Coordinator: Alexa Spathelf

Photographer: Audrey Herron Photography

Second Photographer: Alaina Thompson

Florals: Gussie’s House of Flowers

Caterer: Hallie Jane