Moore Family -- Golden Hour Lifestyle Photography, Madison AL

In the photography world, "Golden Hour" is a term used to denote that most magical of moments, about 30 minutes before sunset or after sunrise.  No, it's not, strictly speaking, a full hour, but that's beside the point.  The point is how beautiful and golden it is at this time.  Skin tones are peachy and warm, eyes dance with light, the air around us takes on a hazy, almost other-worldly feel.  It's the most beautiful time of day.

Now add in something even more magical: the bonds of family and lifetime love and deep, lasting commitment -- and do you know what you have?  You have the True Golden Hour.  This is the most wonderful thing.  And when I'm able to capture all of it -- the light, the love, the pure, sparkling joy -- through the lens of my camera, I swear it's like I've died and gone to heaven.  It's lifestyle photography at it's very best, showcasing the most sublime of human bonds.  Pure happiness, I tell you.

Abby, Class of 2016 -- Scottsboro AL Senior Photographer in Madison AL

Abby and I met at sunrise for her Senior portrait session, at a small park in Madison, Alabama.  Upon meeting her for the first time, it was clear:  Abby is gorgeous -- but more importantly, she exudes grace and beauty from the inside out.  From her first polite "yes ma'am" I knew I was in the presence of a true golden girl.  With her honey-tinged eyes and aspirations of attending a college that will ensure her dreams of mission work in the Dominican Republic, this young lady is so full of promise even the sun can't outshine her.  The graduating class of 2016 holds so much goodness!  I couldn't be more excited for our future.

Travers Family - Lifestyle & Portrait Photographer, Huntsville Alabama

This family is one of my all time, most favorite (FAVORITE) families ever!  Not only are they blissfully full of love for one another, they're fun.  And listen, when I say fun -- I mean FUN!  There's never dull moment with the Travers family.  So of course, when Brandy asked me (again!) to be her family photographer and capture the magic and bliss that is her fabulous family, I jumped at the chance!  Laughter, snuggles, and all things wonderful, this family photography session is simply pure joy.  Here are a few of my favorites from their down home, country-inspired, barn and tractor photography session!

This little man is my new best friend.  What a charmer!

The bond between this mother and daughter -- it's a beautiful thing!

Brandy is such an amazing mom.  She loves her kids fiercely and raises them so well!

I always have such fun with my teenaged clients.  ;)

Mother & Daughter -- Huntsville, AL lifestyle family photographer

Jenni is a dear -- dear! -- friend of mine.  Over the last year and a half we've gone from "nice to meet you" to working as business partners on weddings as Tulip & Thistle Wedding Photography.  She's an amazing photographer who has allowed me to sit-in and absorb her editing techniques, shared photography tips, and don't even get me started on the amount of cheerleading she's supplied me with.  She's pretty much just an amazing woman -- clever, witty, honest, and down-to-earth.  I thank my lucky stars to have stumbled into our friendship.

Of course I was more than happy to do a few head shots for her!  I even invited her beautiful daughter along for a few Mommy & Me captures, just outside Huntsville in the heart of Madison, Alabama.  It was definitely one of the highlights of my summer photography experiences.  Gorgeous sunlight, wildflowers, that earthy Secret Garden vibe -- and two beauties for the price of one!