I was there when this cutie's big brother came into the world and I was so thrilled to be there after they grew to a family of four (well really five, can't forget about sweet Luna). It's always an honor to be invited into a family's big milestones but it's so special when they're your friends. Emily and Evan decided to wait to find out if they were having a boy or a girl. My vote was always girl as it seemed to be the year of the girl - almost everyone I knew having a baby was having a girl last year! After Davis was born I remember Emily saying, "I didn't know how much I needed a girl until I had her." It's funny how little girls can just melt your heart! Although I think sweet Will is going to be the best, most protective big brother of little Davis and I cannot wait to watch them grow up together! Foster family - we miss you guys! A playdate needs to get on the calendar ASAP! 

Last weekend was a rough one for the Doty household health wise. Food poisoning + mastitis meant I was pretty pitiful. But Ellie and Blair traveled to Atlanta for their engagement session and I was going to shoot it even if it meant they got the full Doty experience.... Morgan AND Mila joined in for their engagement at Piedmont Park! At least the stroller provided some storage for extra shoes. Ha! Blair wanted a skyline shot and Ellie wanted a natural feel. That's the best part about Piedmont! You get the best of both worlds. Although in this time of year, the cold temperature means it's much less crowded and the trees are naked! I had so much fun with these two. I completely forgot I didn't feel great because Ellie and Blair can make you laugh and smile in a heartbeat. The way they can tease each other but still look at each other adoringly truly warms your heart. Which was a good thing because it was about 40 degrees out. Ellie and Blair - thank you for coming up to Atlanta for your session and bearing the cold for these images!! Can't wait for MAY!!! 

It has been the dreariest December that I can remember. This time last year I was facing a snowy wedding day, but last Saturday was just constant rain. Thankfully Venue 92 has a covered outdoor space for the ceremony, but I’m even more thankful that Kristen and Eric didn’t let the forecast phase them one bit. They were even up for a few portraits in the rain! These two met at work and if you were at their reception you could tell they may work hard, but they play harder. Their family and friends didn't want to leave!! Kristen and Eric had such an amazing support system for their wedding day (including two of my favorite past brides!) and it just felt like one big family celebrating together. Everyone definitely got a little closer around the heaters during the ceremony so I think folks felt like family afterwards regardless!

There was a 100% chance of rain for Danielle and Joseph's wedding at Little River Farms all week. I hoped, prayed, and did the best anti-rain dance I could, but Mother Nature decided to throw an extra challenge my way. When I reached out to Danielle the morning of her wedding, reassuring her that her wedding day would be fabulous no matter the weather, she wasn't worried one bit. Danielle and Joseph were both just excited to see all their planning come together and I would say it was definitely worth it! After a beautiful ceremony, Stylish Stems and Affairs to Remember flipped the space and transformed it into a stunning winter wedding reception that was both warm and inviting with cool tones and glamorous linens! Guests enjoyed a fun photobooth, a cannoli bar, delicious cake and dancing to the awesome Atlanta Wedding Band. Rather than a send off, Danielle and Joseph soaked up every last second with their family and friends on the dance floor and gave hugs to everyone there! It was the perfect ending to their wedding. 

I had the honor of photographing Lynne and Jack's wedding at Barnsley Gardens... also known as Lynne-palooza. These two were celebrating a second chance at love after being "matched" without even knowing it. Having a second chance meant they knew what was most important for them on their wedding day - spending time with their family and friends. Apparently having AMAZING decor and floral design was also a priority because their details were flawless! Lynne and Jack started the party by welcoming guests to Barnsley Gardens with a pre-ceremony cocktail hour and cozy blankets for them to wrap up in for the ceremony.  The details Lynne and Jack chose showed they cared about their guests but also about giving back. All of the blankets from their wedding are being donated to the animal shelter! Have I mentioned I adore these two?