Spending the week taking a little spring break! Thankfully, when you are married to a teacher, it makes it easier to take a siesta here & there. That is one of the perks of running a small business- you can set your hours and such! So this week I’ve been stepping away from the computer and camera to refill my cup and find new inspiration. Anyone else on spring break this week? 
Lots of sweet newborn sessions this week! Loved my time in the studio with the Neal family today. These cute yellow & gold tones are so lively and perfect for spring! 
It's the first day of spring and I could not be more excited! I'm headed to photograph a wedding today with my photography friend @AbbyByrdPhotography and it could not be a more perfect day to start off the spring season with! Just a little bit excited!! 
Happy St. Patricks Day! While I do realize, this is a Scottish Highlander Cow (and not an Irish cow) I still find it pretty close to being the most "Irish" photograph that I have in my American repertoire. So, just go with it! Below is one of my favorite quotes from St. Patrick - always a good reminder - especially this year as the world has become more and more unsettling. I can at least hold on to these truths! "Christ beside me, Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ within me, Christ beneath me, Christ above me." - St. Patrick . . . . Venue: @prospectfarms Photography: @audreygracephoto Event and Creative director: @kimhymesphotography 
3 of my favorite things (wedding photographer edition): 1. Brand new memory cards! Something about a new memory card just feels fresh and like everything is right in the world. I will often "retire" memory cards that are older than 3 years because of how frequently I shoot on them - a corrupt card is never good news! Especially when it comes to someone's wedding day memories! 2. Little black dresses. My closet probably has at least 15 variations of black dresses. I will often stop myself looking at black dresses at a store and push myself to look at something with color to wear for everyday life. Hence, this yellow dress I am wearing in this photo. If you ever need a little black dress...I'm your girl! 3. Liquid IV drink mix. These can be huge life savers on wedding days! Just add to water and you have an instant gatorade type of drink. I've also learned that carrying around a good quality water bottle is key (there is nothing worse than a warm plastic water bottle in the middle of a summer wedding) Hydration is your friend! Photo by @katietillerphotography 
There is beauty in simplicity! 
I truly believe that most of the fun of something is in the anticipation and planning! I am one of those people who probably find more joy in planning a trip than the actual trip itself. Isn't that weird how that works! I guess it is more-so the idea of giving yourself permission to dream big (as Bob Goff might say) So while others might say to just keep your expectations at bay - I say "scratch that" and go ahead and dream up something extravagant! Venue @ProspectFarms Model Hannah Kerr @hannahkerr Makeup @GabyDoesMakeup Hair @Bonniejeanbeauty Veil @bridalsbymadison Jewelry @blushinggoldbrides Event and Creative director @kimhymesphotography 
I loved everyone feedback in my stories yesterday about canvas vs framed prints. The winner was, HANDS DOWN, framed prints! Now, I love each one for various reasons! It was so interesting to see your vote on which you love more. Here are my thoughts... . . . Canvas - super easy to hang and clean! Very durable and lightweight for moving! A cost effective way to print your photographs. Super versatile in clients homes and are glare free - so if you get a lot of sunlight - this can work really well in your space! Framed Prints - classic & timeless! Scratch resistant and mostly water resistant. You can easily switch out and update your photographs over the years. Framed prints are more of an investment, but I think overall....will last longer. And there's just something about framed prints that remind me of high-end artwork, which can look very polished! Either way - printed photographs always win! If you didn't get to vote yesterday, leave a comment below of which one is your favorite! And if you did vote...I'd love to hear why you love your pick the best! 
"Coming together is the beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success." - Henry Ford Venue: @ProspectFarms Models: @trinityjoyy, @Bradley_howell Dress: @Bridalsbymadison Florals: @yourbestguest Table setting: @theprissyplatecompany Chairs: @unlimitedpartyrental Cake: @Goodiesandgrace Cookies: @Pastryshells Videographer: @frykmanphotography Hair and Makeup: @_bonniejeanbeauty Menswear: @BlackTieFW Vow Book: @weddingstorywriter Jewelry: @blushinggoldbrides Strings/music: @etudeentertainment Event and Creative director: @kimhymesphotography