Blair's Senior Photo Session

This past Sunday I had the pleasure to take Blair's photos because she is a Senior!!!!! I'm actually good friends with her oldest sister and remember years and years ago going over to her house when Blair was just a little baby! I remember her toddling around trying to keep up with the big kids. Hard to imagine it has been that long and she is a senior now! And I do have to say that I LOVE how these turned out. One of my favorite sessions this year. Could be that I'm getting more comfortable with my camera, could be that all this schooling is setting into my brain some how, or could be that Blair was just gorgeous and just somehow knew what to do. Or all of the above? I don't know but, I'm sure you agree that these are beautiful!

Blair's two sisters joined us for a little portrait fun as well....

 ^^^ Favorite!!!!^^^

Thanks for asking me to do your Senior photos Blair (and Barb too!). Good luck with your senior year and next year at Highland!

Part 2: Curtis and Cassidy are married!

I am going to make this a quick one because I know there are some anxious people out there to see some more of the Kipple wedding. So I didn't make any cool collages to save some time today.

Anywho we ended with Cassidy walking up the stairs minutes before the ceremony began so we will pick right up where we left off....

As soon as Cassidy stepped out of the doors she broke into tears. She later said that she just couldn't keep it together. But who could when the love of your life is at the other end of the isle? =)

And here they are, the new Mr. and Mrs.!

I love bubbles!

And their grand entrance to the reception...

Which quickly turned into their first dance...

Isn't their cake just gorgeous!?

And right after cake cutting, nothing better than some toasts. Which there were lots, but I think that showed how loved they are by all everyone who was there.

And what is a toast at a wedding without a little bit of tears. I have to admit that I was a little teary eyed myself. I guess I just have a girlish heart =).

And this was their get away vehicle. Good job guys! ;)

After the reception they headed off in style to Kansas City for a dinner out in their wedding attire! It was a secret to Cassidy, but after they left we were told they went to a bed and breakfast that evening and then off to their honeymoon in the morning!

And that is it for today, but come back Thursday for the third installment of this grand event!

IT'S CONTEST TIME!

Hello there to all my faithful readers! And if this is your first time stopping by, why hello to you too! It is that time of the year again for my annual Holiday photo contest!

So I like to help people and give back but even more so to those in need. And the Holiday's are a perfect time to do so! For those of you new to this, I basically have anyone and everyone send me a story of why they (or someone they know) deserve a free photo session from me!

Here is a snapshot of last years winner!

So here are the details if you are interested:

1. Starting today you may email me at kristy_sumpter@yahoo.com or send me a message on my facebook.
2. In your email tell me who you are, or the family/person you are nominating is, and story about why you or they are worthy of a free photo session.
3. The contest closes on Sunday, October 24th. So you have over 2 weeks to send me your nominations!
4. After the contest is over I will choose the top 5 entries.
5. Those top 5 entries will then be put in the hands of a panel of judges and the entry with the most vote will win.
6. The winner will be announced by Sunday, October 31st.... Halloween!
7. I will then be in contact with the winner to set up a day/time for their free photo session!

And it is as simple as that! So now I turn you loose to send me those entries! I can't wait to hear all your stories!!!!

Good Luck!

Part I: Curtis and Cassidy are married!!!

Ok guys, so since I have so many photos that I would like to share, the blog posts are going to come in 2 or 3 posts. So I'm just going to start at the beginning on Friday. They asked me to come along to their rehearsal and take a few snap shots here and there. We started the evening off with a prayer....

There are so many weddings (and even my own) where the groom is just hanging back and doesn't really know what is going on. They just wait to do what they are told. It is usually the bride who is on top of every detail and the go to person for decisions. Well Curtis was definitely not one of those guys. He knew exactly what was going on and took part in every detail. Many times when people had a question they would go to him instead of Cassidy!  I was really amazed by how he took charge like the photo below.

And off we went to Cedar Ridge for the dinner. I absolutely love this place. The food is very yummy and I love the atmosphere. Perfect place for a party or rehearsal dinner!

 So here we move to the big day. The ladies got their hair done at Touch of Class in Atchison. I joined them at the salon, but I don't think they were too excited to have a camera there before they were beautified. So I will be nice and not show them to the world. For now anyways.... =)

So here we are at the church, hair all done and ready to go. So whats next other than putting on the dress?

 I couldn't decide which version I liked better so I gave you both. =)

And her first view of herself in her dress. And if I remember her words correctly the first thing she says is, "this is weird".

But it isn't complete without the veil....

 I love her facial expression above!!!

Cassidy is very close to her grandpa and so this would be his first glance at his gorgeous granddaughter! A special moment of course, but I love how they joke together. You can definitely feel the bond the share.

Now don't think I forgot about the boys completely. I did get to sneak some photos of them placing the boutonnieres, hanging out, and praying....

 The whole wedding, and everyone in it, definitely made sure that God was a main part of this day. I was actually very humbled by spending the weekend with Curtis, Cassidy, their family and friends. They make sure that their faith plays a part in their every day. There was such an awesome vibe coming off of everyone because of the way they put God and prayer first. I feel pretty honored just to be a part of it.

(sorry for the distortion on this one... They way it came out on the blog looks really crazy compared to when I put it together....)

And after the prayers, good lucks, and well wishes we head off to start the ceremony.....

...but this is where I will leave you for part I. Stay tuned for more in the next couple days.... ;)