Meg Hamlett Photography

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2011-01-15T21:35:00.003-06:00

My poor blog has been so neglected this past year. Between working with so many great people, to making MegHamlettPhtoography.com bigger and better, to keeping up with my fan site; my blog has suffered. To keep up with my latest and greatest, please join me and become a fan of www.facebook.com/MegHamlettPhotography

I hope to see you there!

Love,
Meg

Lopez Family

2010-03-02T20:26:00.002-06:00

SSRD ~ Banked Track Construction Slideshow

2010-02-11T10:07:00.001-06:00

South Side Roller Derby
Banked Track Construction in Progress
Texas City, Texas

Abigail Lauren

2010-02-09T13:57:00.003-06:00

SSRD ~ Mardi Gras Parade Sk8 Slideshow

2010-02-09T13:41:00.002-06:00

South Side Roller Derby
Mardi Gras Parade Sk8

SSRD ~ 2009 Derby Ball Slideshow

2010-02-05T18:20:00.002-06:00

South Side Roller Derby
2009 Derby Ball

SSRD ~ 2009 Championships Slideshow

2010-02-04T22:44:00.005-06:00

South Side Roller Derby
2009 Championships
MobStars vs Las Muertas
The MobStars are the 2009 Champions!

H A P P Y H O L I D A Y S !!!

2009-12-07T14:42:00.004-06:00

As you can imagine, this time of year is extremely busy with the hustle and bussel of the season! It is hard to keep up with the daily postings of all the great events and people I have been so fortunate to work with. I will try to post a few more favorites soon, but until then I wish you all a wonderful holiday season in which ever way you choose to celebrate it.

It's not to late to order your Christmas or New Year cards, or even to book a Christmas sitting. Call or send me a quick message to schedule your sitting. Limited space is available.

Gift Certificates are also available!

Aaron & Erin

2009-12-07T14:31:00.003-06:00

South Side Roller Derby

2009-09-03T12:56:00.002-05:00

Go check out South Side Roller Derby Offical Site!
www.southsiderollerderby.com/

South Side Roller Derby

2009-08-07T22:36:00.001-05:00

Kalyn + Billy

2009-07-03T11:06:00.016-05:00

Introducing Jace!!!

2009-05-29T10:14:00.003-05:00

Jace is such a sweet baby! For being only three weeks old in these pictures, he was awake almost the entire time I was with him.

Cecilia, Angelica & Mark

2009-05-21T15:28:00.000-05:00

Cecilia is ONE!!

2009-05-19T14:19:00.003-05:00

A Prayer for Andrea's Battle

2009-05-08T09:21:00.005-05:00

When a person touches your life in a positive way, they leave a mark on your heart forever. Andrea was brought into my life when I was recovering from my own serious health issues. I also, was in the uncertainty that I would not be back in the hospital after two major surgeries within a six month period. Andrea was fighting her own battle, but was in remission from Leukemia and still going through several surgeries to hopefully restore her version that had left her almost blind from the Leukemia. When we first met, you would never of known her inner battles. She was excited for her upcoming wedding to J. We seemed to talk for ever about all of her dreams about the big day. It was not till close to the end of the meeting that she told me of her battle. Learning of what I had been going through at the same time, Andrea and Kathy(her mom) knew I was the perfect match for her wedding. I think it was comforting for both of us to have someone understand the battles we were going through even though they were two total different issues. Andrea was such a stunning bride when she married J on July 28th 2007. Shortly after Andrea wed, she had to start a new battle and was readmitted to MD Anderson. Recently she released from MD Anderson after an 81 day stay. At her one week check up, she was readmitted and the next night to ICU. Please pray for Andrea that she will leave ICU and the hospital soon. Kathy has been a true inspiration to everyone as she looks for the positive through this trying times. She is by Andrea's side through all of this. Kathy keeps everyone updated on Andrea's through her blog, http://www.weloveyouandrea.com/ .

To view Andrea and J's beautiful wedding at Second Baptist church and Paraiso Maravilla, http://meghamlett.blogspot.com/2008/01/andrea-and-j.html

Amber + Guy

2009-04-30T21:48:00.006-05:00

Holy Convenant United Methodist Church

Events in Bloom

Pine Forest Country Club

Bradie!

2009-04-17T22:09:00.001-05:00

Thank you!!

2009-03-26T18:31:00.002-05:00

OMG! Meg, you are one talent chick!! these are absolutely wonderful! So meaningful AND sensitive!! We are blessed by your talent and friendship! I can't wait to show my friends....you KNOW I dont care how old one might be...you still want to go na-na-na-na-na looky at what i got!!! LOL! I LOVE YOU! Teresa

This is why I LOVE being able to photograph the special times in some one's life. Whether it be a new baby, families growing or a wedding. Thank you! Lots of LOVE, Meg!!

Kenny/Durbin PASSWORD has changed!!!

2009-03-26T18:03:00.002-05:00

Please contact me to get the new password, or if you take the last word off the original, that is the new password.

Bradie~ One HOT Momma To Be!!

2009-03-25T16:06:00.004-05:00

Lauren+Steven ~ Wedding

2009-03-16T17:25:00.003-05:00

The Woodlands, Texas

My Eleven Year Anniversary!

2009-03-07T12:49:00.003-06:00

I enjoy spending most weekends with new friends and old in celebrating their wedding day together. This weekend I am taking time to enjoy it with my husband and celebrate our 11 year anniversary. I wish the bestest husband in the world, my Hubby-bubby, a Happy 11th year Anniversary!!!!

Ms Molly Shea!!!

2009-03-02T18:42:00.004-06:00

Look at those sweet little lips!

Just for Dad...

One last smile....

...and then she is done!

Keeping Pooh tradition alive and of course Auntie loves me!

I may be a little bias, but isn't Ms Molly Shae just the cutest!!! Nothing better than taking photos of my sweet little niece!Molly was three months at this shoot and 10.5 pounds. So cute!! Looks just like mom on this day.

Lauren+Steven~

2009-02-28T10:26:00.003-06:00

Today is Lauren & Steven's wedding day! I wanted to share a few of their images that they chose for their sign in book! Congratulations guys!

Candi+JD

2009-01-20T14:34:00.003-06:00

2009 is already off and running with so many new and exciting events coming. On the same note, the last few months have been so packed it has been hard to keep up with posting the latest and great images from everything I was blessed to be involved in. I am going to try to post as much as possible of some of my favorites from the end of the year while keeping up with the new year.

Candi + JD did their E session awhile back and chose their favs for an 8x8 coffee style album. We had a blast around downtown starting out at Cabo, so JD could relax a little after work. They are getting married in July of 09 way up North and by the fun we had at their engagements, they are going to have a blast at their wedding!

Merry Christmas!

2008-12-25T22:51:00.000-06:00

Wendy + Paul

2008-11-08T12:16:00.004-06:00

Ceremony~ University Of Houston Chapel
Reception~ Indian Summer Lodge

I love this!

Everyone so excited to see Wendy & Paul getting married.

Wendy's beautiful daughter, Sadie.

A little Australian dancing

HAPPY HALLOWEEN

2008-10-31T14:44:00.000-05:00

Emily Marie

2008-10-28T09:04:00.004-05:00

Emily is such a sweet baby and a great joy to work with. She slept most of the visit, but gave us a few wonderful smiles that couldn't help but make you smile too! Here she is only a few weeks old.

Mark+Brian~ Engagement

2008-10-24T09:18:00.004-05:00

This has been a whirl wind of a wedding season and with Hurricane Ike running through it has not slowed it down any. This has been one of my busiest years in the last eight great years I have had so far. In saying that, I have not been able to update as much as I would like to. There is no better job in the world than being able to photograph some of the happiest days of a couple's life, expect of course being a mom to my great kids. I love every minute of what I do and when I am have a day off and have a chance, I like to shoot with some other great photographers. Earlier this month I was able to work with Edward Charles and a wonderful couple, Rachel and Mark. They were married in Beaumont and there will be more on that soon. First, I traveled with Edward to College Station a couple of weeks prior to their wedding to photograph their engagement pictures. We started out at Texas A&M, Bottle Cap Alley and finished at Research Park. These are a few of my favorite images I took.

Michael Draven

2008-10-14T10:38:00.005-05:00

I love how Michael is striking a pose! He already has this modeling thing down.

I photographed Heidi and Carlos's wedding a couple of years back at the Texas Renaissance Festival and I was so excited to be able to take Michael's first pictures. Here Michael is just a couple of weeks old. Isn't he just so cute ?!

Jonathan+Mandy ~ Jennings, LA

2008-10-13T18:43:00.014-05:00

Location ~ Jennings, Louisiana

Ceremony/Reception ~ Grand Marais Courtyard

The beautiful bride!

Wow, look at that wedding party!

I love the look on Jonathan's face of pure happiness!

Being a part of Jonathan & Mandy's wedding was such a delight and honor. After I picked my favorite images from their wedding, I noticed the majority of them were of the couple. Every time Jonathan & Mandy were around each other, you could see the love in their eyes for each other and how extremely happy they were to be getting married. Saying that, this entry is a little different. I added a few detail shots, but these are my favorite images of Jonathan & Mandy.

William Machupa

2008-10-08T17:13:00.004-05:00

Billy is a former groom and friend that recently needed to update his model card. We needed to focus on close up headshots. Here are some of my favorites. I can't wait to see Billy's new card soon!

If you are interested in booking Billy, here is more information!

Billy Machupa

Model~ Fitness/Athletic

Actor ~ Commercial/TV

Neal Hamil Agency, Houston

Hurriane Ike!

2008-09-11T11:15:00.007-05:00

HI EVERYONE!!

Due to Hurricane Ike, I am being evacuated from where I live since I am close to the gulf coast. I am going out to my parents house and my phone service does not work out there. If you need to reach me please drop me an email and I will try to get back with you (electricity allowing). I have some great events about to be on-line, Monday they will be posted. I am sorry for any inconvenience! Hope you stays dry and safe! Talk to everyone when I return!

Meg

Brian+Martha ~ The After Shoot

2008-08-18T21:51:00.003-05:00

Martha and Brian hunted around for the perfect place to take their post pictures before their big day. How great were these trains?! I also played around with some textures, since this was such a rustic place.

Brian+Martha - Galveston

2008-08-13T14:15:00.006-05:00

Another great wedding! I never get tired of shooting weddings. After almost nine years photographing, I always look forward to the next. Martha and Brian had a such a fun E Session at the end of June, I knew there wedding would not disappoint. Edward Charles and I arrived early at The Galvez in Galveston. I stayed the majority of the morning with the girls in there hotel room while Edward hung out with the guys. Martha and Brian made sure every detail really be a little part of them from their converses down to the Dr Pepper toast. We had a great time doing some different shots than the norm. After the wedding, we made our way down to the old railroad yard to take some shots of Martha and Brian by themselves. They will be posted soon, so check back. They will not disappoint!

Jen+Tim Wedding- Hotel Derek

2008-08-02T22:37:00.019-05:00

After going with Edward Charles to Jennifer and Tim's engagement sitting, I took July 12th off to beable to tag along with Edward to their wedding also. I started the day by meeting Jen and one of her close friends at Aqua Salon and Spa while Jen got her hair and make-up done. Then it was off to join Edward to St Vincent de Paul Catholic Church where the ceremony was of course beautiful! Afterwards, Hotel Derek hosted a wild dance off with plenty of laughter and enduring tears during the toast.

Jason + Jennifer

2008-07-18T14:55:00.019-05:00

Jennifer and Jason are the sweetest couple! Jennifer is the youngest of three girls and the last to get married. Their wedding was at St Michael's Catholic Church and the reception was down the street at Ouisie's Table.

This little guy was only six weeks old and already had to get a passport to make it to the wedding.
Taking a peek in the church.
Aren't they just adorable?! They had five flower girls and a junior bridesmaid. I could show a zillion pictures of the girls, but I contained myself to only a few.

How could I not love the hot pink shoes!

So cute!

Look at those feet!

Bailey Connor + Mary Schnurr + Paraiso Maravilla

2008-07-16T19:34:00.003-05:00

Last week was a busy one with two weddings over the weekend, but first we participated in Bailey Connor Catering and Mary Schnurr's (Wedding & Special Event Consultant) Christmas in July Open House at Paraiso Maravilla on Wednesday. It was a time to get together with some of the most sought out vendors in Houston and show some of our work to future brides and commercial event planners. It was a big success and I am looking forward to talking to many of you in the near future.

Martha + Brian Engagement

2008-07-05T00:20:00.017-05:00

Edward Charles asked if I wanted to come a long take a few shots in Galveston. Of course, I was game. I knew it was going to be a great shoot when Martha and Brian walked up in there black and white converse. I love my shoe shots! I am only posting a few, but there were so many great shots to choose from. Martha and Brian did their engagement pictures in Galveston were they spend most of there time.

This has to be one of my favorite shoe shots ever!
Love it!

I LOVE this ring shot!
I could not decide between these two. They both are great in their own way. Another favorite!

Happy 4th of July!

2008-07-04T12:16:00.003-05:00

I wish everyone a safe and happy 4th of July! Hopefully the rain goes away so everyone can see great fireworks tonight!

Jaren + Missy's Wedding

2008-07-03T12:04:00.016-05:00

When we arrived to the Houstonian, we were told to go to the room with Justin Timberlake's picture on it, the Cedar Room. The groomsmen decorated Jaren's room with various pictures of Justin.

The poker tournament during the day kept most of the men busy.
Jaren's winning chips.
Poker face or at least trying
Mmm... Cigars and Doritos!
Getting a little help

What a lucky girl Missy is! Love those teeth! Poor Jaren had knee surgery the week before the wedding. Some of the groomsmen got Jaren a motorized wheelchair to sport around. They even decorated it with Justin Timberlake pictures.
Beautiful bride and her dad.
Mr and Mrs Jaren Glass! The happy couple!
Kenneth and Fred, Jaren's dad.

With almost nine years of photographing weddings, I have never seen the groomsmen watching movies during cocktail hour. I guess they wanted a little break before partying the night away.
The unbelievable ice bar during cocktail hour. Everything was made of or on ice.
Stunning!
The groom's cake! Everything was made of cake and icing.
The first dance
It was difficult, but Jaren made it through it with his banged up knee.
Missy and her step-dad
The toast. The chair came in handy!
The bride and me
The Hamletts. We clean up good!
As always, the self portrait
Kenneth and Jaren's step dad, Randy
Kenneth and Robert (The Coordinator)'s assistant

Jaren + Missy

2008-06-23T12:54:00.004-05:00

I recently had the honor of attending a wedding instead of working it. Jaren & Missy got married June 14th at the Houstonian. The Houstonian never looked so beautiful. My husband was in the wedding, but I could not resist from still taking some pictures. I bought a point and shoot camera for the wedding, but of course I had to bring out my big camera some! I soon will be posting a few fun shots I took.

If you would like to see more of my photos, shoot me a quick email and I will tell you how to get to them.

Jaren was our best man over ten years ago at our wedding. My how they have changed over the years. They look like such babies back then, but man their hot now! I know I am a little bias.

Darin + Mandy in Plantersville

2008-06-07T20:19:00.028-05:00

Mandy and Darin got married on a beautiful day in Plantersville Texas at St Mary's Catholic Church. The church was built in 1917 and recently was restored. As they were cleaning the walls to repaint, they found original paintings that had been painted over through the years, which they kept. There were so many great details that I had a hard time narrowing down what to show. It is always great to go to different locations than the norm, so I was happy to shoot a few a long with Edward Charles.

The walk to the church. What a beautiful day!

Sepia is always classic looking.
Once again I had a hard time picking between two beautiful pictures in their own way. On the left side is a sepia picture with slight color. On the right side is a brilliant and vivid color picture. It's a hard decision! One last pep talk before Mandy went down the aisle by one of her brothers.

An unbelievable church! Just stunning!
These great cutouts were in the balcony railing.
I always like to see someone else's perspective where it be a photographer or videography.

The picture on the right side has to be one of my favorite of the day even though there are several close favorites.
I had a hard time choosing the color or black and white, so I am showing both. They both give a different mood than the other.

They had so many great extra party favors from the M&M's, Hersey bars and matches with their names on them. I love the detail shots. Every one's wedding is unique in its own way.

You can see it in Darin's eyes..... this is about to get messy!

The aftermath on Darin and the table.
I love this dad and daughter dance picture!

Mandy and Darin had 'The Posse' play the last half of the reception. It is always fun to have a band. Everyone enjoys them and I love taking pictures of them. The stage lights gave some great effects to these picture.

This little guy danced all night.
They left nice and comfy for the bird seed departure.
I loved this little house on the grounds of the church where the priest resides. LOVE the red door!!

Mandy + Jonathan

2008-06-02T21:42:00.007-05:00

Lake Charles had some great locations to shoot Mandy and Jonathan's engagement pictures. We started out at a local country club. I love these shots around their new Cadillac CTS! SO HOT!!

Then they changed their clothes for a few casual shots. What an unbelievable sunset! It was so gorgeous on the water.
Then they changed into the outfits they were wearing when Jonathan proposed to Mandy on Valentines Day. We took a few in the fabulous L'Auberge du Lac Casino. Another fav!!
Stunning!
Look at this great boutique at the hotel.

A Special Thank You !!

2008-05-30T14:22:00.003-05:00

Over the Memorial Day weekend I had the honor of taking Mandy and Jonathan's engagement pictures in Lake Charles, Louisiana. This is where Mandy resides and insisted that I stayed with her while I was there. This special thank you goes to you, Mandy. I arrived after only five and half hours on Friday, since I was stuck in lovely I-10 construction for three hours! It should of taken me two. Mandy was the best hostess ever! Laying on my bed was this ever so thoughtful gift basket welcoming me to Lake Charles. Then the morning of the all day engagement affair, Mandy made me the best breakfast I have had in forever! Which I could not resist to take a picture of: an omelet, bacon, pancakes, rolls and I even had a coke!! There went my diet, but who cares it was sooooo good! And well worth it!!

Thank you, Mandy!!

I will be posting the engagement pictures soon!

Lindsey + David at Minute Maid

2008-05-28T13:06:00.025-05:00

Lindsey and David are HUGE Astros fans and thought it was only right to do their engagement pictures at two special locations. First, Minute Maid Park were they spend a lot of their time during the season. Even after the shoot they enjoyed a game. Below is their wedding date on the manual scoreboard.

I love it!

Then we made our way to Herman Park were they had their first date.

You can also enjoy these images and a few more in the slide show. Enjoy!

Mary + Jeff's Wedding

2008-05-20T19:43:00.059-05:00

Mary + Jeff had a beautiful ceremony at Christ Church United Methodist in the Woodlands. Mary was so relaxed and enjoyed every part of her day. I stayed with Mary and the other girls, while Edward Charles started with the boys pictures. As a surprise, Mary's sister rented the happy bride and groom an old rolls royce to ride to the Woodlands Waterway Marriott where they celebrated the night away.

Congrats Mary + Jeff !!

I have the best clients!

2008-05-18T13:23:00.007-05:00

I have the best clients! Look at these ultra-cute flip flops that Mandy sent me! You will see me sporting these everywhere.

You can get your own personalized at Tiff and Mandy's Rhinestone Glam. You can get personalized flip-flops, bags, key chains, dog collars, leashes and etc. Just give them a call at 713-677-4633.

Trey + Julia's Wedding

2008-05-04T11:37:00.006-05:00

Trey + Julia had their ceremony and later a huge party at the Magnolia Hotel to celebrate their marriage. Since I was able to shoot a few with Edward Charles at their engagement, I was looking foward to shoot with Edward for their big day. There were so many great images it was hard to decide which ones to share. You can truly see the love that Trey + Julia had for each other in every picture of them together.

If you would like to see more images from Trey + Julia's wedding, enjoy the slide show.

Jen + Tim's Engagement Album

2008-04-21T20:52:00.012-05:00

This is an 8x8 coffee table engagement album. The album has 12 spreads and 24 pages. This is a great album to have out at your reception or for your home.

Enjoy!

Here are the individual pages.

Julia + Trey....just a tease

2008-04-15T21:13:00.003-05:00

I know this is such a tease. I was sitting here editing the pictures I took with Edward Charles at their totally awesome wedding. I could not help but at least post this picture. Does she look unbelievable and Trey look totally handsome?!! I will post more soon!!! Probably way to many, but what's new? What can I say.... I love what I do!

Ginger + Chris

2008-04-09T15:52:00.036-05:00

As in the words of Boston Legal last night...... Ginger and Chris were a 'hoot!' They enjoyed every minute of their wedding from the start of the day until they were whisked away with bubbles at the end of the night. Chris embraced his heritage with a traditional Scottish wedding. Everyone was dressed to the nines. Ginger and her dad entered the ceremony in the back room of Paraiso Maravilla with bagpipes.

I love dress shots. It never gets old.. Every dress has it's own special flare.

A little start to the beginning of the night with the ladies.

And the result.....

The modern bride. Antique pearls and her blackberry!

The many faces of the beautiful bride, Ginger.

The handsome groom, Chris.

Ginger and Chris could not keep from laughing too long all day. They truly enjoyed their wedding to the fullest! I love the romantic lighting on the cake!

Chris had everyone laughing so hard during the toast. He started out telling everyone how he adores Ginger. How wonderful and how she is the most beautiful woman ever. Then he tells a little story about how they were trying to decide where to go on their honeymoon. Ginger expressed to Chris that she wanted to go somewhere that she had never been before. Chris thought hard about it for a second, then said how about the kitchen then!

For those women out there like me, I understood completely! The kitchen is not my favorite place, but I sure love my food though!

Trey & Julia

2008-04-06T15:52:00.016-05:00

Trey and Julia had such a beautiful and completely fun wedding last night. I have been so busy lately that I have not been able to post everything as quickly as I would like. Here are a few of their engagement sitting until I get their wedding pictures posted. Everyone had so much fun that the family kept the DJ and bar open well past the end of the wedding, since no one was ready to go home yet. They had so many great fun pictures and I will post them in the near future. I hope you enjoy these until then!!

Anton & Vijayta's Big Day

2008-04-02T14:45:00.043-05:00

Anton and Vijayta had a traditional Hindi ceremony at Paraiso Maravilla in the morning and a traditional American reception at the Omni later that evening. There are so many important elements of the ceremony. Here are a few of my favorites, but there are far more pictures taken.

Isn't he the cutest?!

Anton's friends came all the way from Australia to be a part of the wedding.

Every girl loves her Jimmy Choo shoes!!

The exchange of rings.

It is custom to hug when the ceremony is done instead of a kiss to seal the marriage.

The beautiful bride

The happy couple had a couple hour break before they began the night festivities at the Omni. Meanwhile I put together a slide show of the ceremony to show their 500 guests at the reception. It looked amazing on the huge screen they projected it on during dinner.

Anton & Vijayta

2008-03-27T18:29:00.018-05:00

What do you get when an Australian and a New Yorker fall in love? Absolutely stunning, beautiful, ravishing...... shall I go on?

Happy Easter

2008-03-25T22:44:00.002-05:00

I hope everyone enjoyed being with those who mean the most to them, friends and family. Happy Easter!

Back from Vegas....

2008-03-25T16:49:00.023-05:00

When you are at a convention with thousands of photographers, there is always someone around to take a picture.

An absolute gourgeous hotel!! Inside and out.

Stunning.

I love this couch! Couldn't resist a picture on it.

Last night in Vegas.

Paris hotel was the home of the huge trade show.

Bally's was the home of most of the classes and where we stayed.The whole time we never saw anyone in the entertainment industry until the flight back. Tommie Lee was on our flight back from DFW to Houston. He later played that night at the Meridian.

See you next year WPPI!

VEGAS!!!!

2008-03-16T06:50:00.007-05:00

Vegas, Baby!!! My husband and I are leaving for the airport very soon to attend probably the best Wedding Photography convention around (WPPI). Over 10,000 photographers attended last year. I can only imagine how many tired but excited photographers will be making their way there soon themselves. I personally worked an extraordinary wedding last night that kept me busy for 14 and a half hours with little rest. But more on that soon to come. Saying that, I haven't made it to be bed and it doesn't look like I will see mine anytime soon. If this is what I have to look forward to in Vegas this week, having little sleep.... I can't wait! I look forward to being inspired, seeing old friends and meeting some of the best in the industry. I hope to still post pictures throughout our week, so check back!!! VEGAS, BABY!!!!

The biggest Aero's fans!

2008-03-12T13:22:00.018-05:00

It's not everyday that you get access to the Toyota Center. Audrey and Will are just about the biggest Aeros fans I have ever met. I was so excited to get them on the ice for a little fun. Tonight is the last home game for the Aeros. Good luck guys!

WOW.....10 years ago today

2008-03-07T20:14:00.007-06:00

Wow, just ten short years ago my husband and I walked down the aisle! It seems a life time ago and a zillion different wedding looks have come and gone. Strapless dresses weren't even thought of back then. Vest were popular for the guys. I even wore gloves! Who even thinks about wearing gloves these days. Everything was in purple and violet. I think that was the last time I even bought another purple item. Traditions come and go, our family has grown and we still look like and have the bodies like the two young twenty-somethings we did back then. Ok....maybe not looking like we are in our early twenty-somethings, but close enough. It will interesting to see the styles and traditions that the next ten years will show.

Anniversary in four years.....

2008-03-05T21:37:00.009-06:00

I had the pleasure photographing a wedding on leap day of a wonderful couple, Will and Audrey*. I will be adding their pictures soon for everyone to check out. First though, I came across on their ewedding website a wonderful letter to my surprise addressed to me. And here it goes......

Numero uno thanks goes to...
Meg! Holy cow Meg- we just could NOT have gotten this done without you! You have been an unfaltering rock since this all started and we have been able to count on you without fail since day one. Countless emails and text message and phone calls and plan changes (on our part) and possible sheer harrassment (on our part again-sorry!) where anyone else might have cracked- but you held strong and always smiled and assured us we were fine and not to worry about a thing. Our pictures are flawless and fabulous and of the utmost highest quality and we are *ecstatic* about the results. Had it not been for you- we know that the wedding would not have gone as well as it did! You showed up and knew what to do and when to do it and took the reins so that we didn't have to worry about the schedule or the events or if we were doing it right or what comes next- we were able to just enjoy being together and able to have fun at our wedding. So many things fell through and fell apart and were complete disasters all the way up until the wedding started- and even through the next day- but you were always there, always great, and always a friendly and professional face that we could count on. At every turn when we felt like the whole world had conspired against us to ruin our event- we'd always say, "Hey! At least Meg hasn't let us down! She's been fantastic!" You really did help us keep our sanity and made the entire day possible. Thank you so much, Meg, for all your hard work and seeing it through with us- we are forever in your debt and you are definitely the key player that made of wedding memorable. We're going to tell our grandkids about you!

.......There is nothing more rewarding, but to know as a photographer that I have touched peoples lives so much. Also, that my number one goal besides giving them great pictures, is that the bride and groom have the most special day they can have with little or no conflict from anyone. This can't always be achieved on others accounts, but I try to spoil the couple as much as possible.

If anyone has truly stepped back and watched Audrey* and Will together, they can see what love and compassion they have for one another and for Meagan. My one wedding wish for them is that no one stands in their way of having the best lives together till the end of time.

CONGRATS, AUDREY* & WILL
(& Meagan)!!!!

Jen & Tim

2008-01-29T12:53:00.001-06:00

I love my job! It is always fun to go with another photographer to a shoot. Edward Charles and I spent the day with such a great couple, Jennifer and Tim. There are so many great photos, so here are only a few of my favorites. First, we started out Downtown. Their outfits were important to them, since this was what they were wearing when Tim proposed to Jennifer.

Then we made our way to the sculpture gardens.

Tim wanted to show us his dance moves.

They had us all laughing the whole day!

Then we went to this great graffeti wall.

Our final destination was Galveston. Jennifer was such a great sport. It was nice during the day, but the winds off of the gulf gave us some blistering cold winds.

Audrey* 's Bridal Sitting

2008-01-24T12:04:00.000-06:00

I know, I know I can't show you the bridal shoot until Audrey* walks down the aisle in February, but here are a few pictures of all the help. There was nothing but laughing and having fun from the peanut gallery, which always made Audrey* laugh! Thanks to Diane', one of the bridesmaids, for her behind the scenes pictures. Can't wait until your wedding!

Audrey* and her personal driver

Me upon their arrival to the studio.

Diane' and Charity

Here's a picture of all the support for the day. There is still no chance of seeing the dress, Will! Thank you for all the help. See you at the wedding!

Kim & Dietrich

2008-01-23T15:05:00.000-06:00

I love dress shots!
Not for who think......

Isn't she the cutest little flower girl ? I think I say that about all of them, but they are all so cute!

Rebel...... best dressed dog around!

The girls!

Events in Bloom always does such a great job on the flowers!!

I love this shot! I was setting up my camera for the altar shots and I got a little unexpected 'Peace' from the Reverend.

The beautiful cake at The Courtyard on St James.

What a great groom's cake!

Keeping an eye on things!

Isn't she adorable!

I think they might be Aggies! What do you think?

I love seeing Kim in these shots! She is trying so hard to get Dietrich to shake it!

Andrea and J

2008-01-08T21:27:00.000-06:00

Here's the newest coffee table album that I have finished! Andrea and J were such a great couple to work with! They were surrounded by so much love from their family and friends. Andrea and J's wedding started off at the beautiful Second Baptist and they ended their night at the romantic Paraiso Marivillo. Everyone had such a great time. Enjoy!

One Year Anniversary

2008-01-04T19:39:00.000-06:00

Today is my one year anniversary and not what you think. A year ago today I had a gran mal seizure. My first and last ever. Through all the testing, there was no reason that anyone could ever find and was told I should never have another one because of my age. Thanks to my dad, he says, 'see there are a couple of perks of getting old'. Thanks, Dad! This is a big mile stone and I wanted to share it with everyone. I have received many encouraging phone calls and emails seeing how my health is going. I am back to feeling wonderful and in good health. I have turned a 100% around in just a short year ago. It is a tough recovery from such a massive seizure. For anyone that has gone through anything so challenging and made it to the other side, this is a salute to you too! It just showed me that no matter what God test you with, he will not give you more than you can handle.

Thank you for all the continuing support and I hope to be photographing you soon! There is nothing better than having a career that you love and enjoy everyday. I hope my love for being a photographer shows through all I do. To all I know and all I soon will meet, may the next year be the very best you ever had. Don't ever miss a chance to let anyone know what they mean to you. You never know what might be around the corner.

A very HAPPY anniversary!

Sarah & Aaron

2008-01-03T22:53:00.001-06:00

Here it is only the 3rd day of 2008 and I have not slowed down yet. If this is how 2008 is going to be.....bring it on! I am finishing up a couple of flush mount albums and here is one of them.

Enjoy!

Tell me what you think! Leave a comment. I love having input!

Last Wedding of the Year

2008-01-03T09:10:00.000-06:00

I had the honor of being the second photographer with Edward Charles for the last wedding of 2007. Angie and Matt decided fourteen days before their engagement party that they wanted to make it their wedding instead. They had planned a larger wedding in September and decided this was the perfect time instead. They got ready at the Four Seasons Downtown.

Angie always had a great big smile on her face. It was contagious!

Off to The Petroleum Club....

Moments before going down the aisle.

I could not decide on which I liked better, the black and white.....

....or color?

Angie called the Houston skyline her 'New York Skyline', since that is were they reside.

Happy New Year!

2008-01-02T22:57:00.000-06:00

Merry Christmas!!

2007-12-25T21:33:00.000-06:00

Sweet Baby Jack!

2007-12-11T23:08:00.000-06:00

Congratulations Angelica & Mark!

2007-12-10T14:24:00.000-06:00

A special congratulations to Angelica and Mark. I recently sat down with Angelica to give her their wedding album. They had such a great wedding and I wanted to share some of their wedding images from just a few months earlier. Angelica was so proud to tell me that they are expecting their first child on their first year wedding anniversary. I can't wait for many photo shoots to come!

Thanks to my assistant, Kelly Buckner, for this great photo of me trying to get the perfect shot! So much for wearing a white shirt at a wedding!

Lone Star Bike Rally ~

2007-11-07T10:18:00.000-06:00

This was the first year that I made it to the Galveston Lone Srar Bike Rally. The last count I heard, there were about 500,000 people that attended over the three day rally. There was so much going on, but here are a few of the hundreds of pictures I took.

Rain nor shine ~

2007-10-22T13:09:00.001-05:00

No matter rain nor shine, there will be a wedding! It rained all day up to seconds before Jessica walked down the aisle. It just set a romantic mood for the big moment. Jennifer and Rollie had a beautiful ceremony at the Rose Gardens.

Enjoying a good laugh in between photos. Wouldn't you love to know what was so funny?

Then Jennifer and Rollie enjoyed dinner and dancing at the old movie theater, Majestic Metro, in downtown Houston.

Take a second look! That's Jennifer and Rollie in the 'Now Showing' posters. Who knew they were in 'Nacho Libre'.

Expressions on every one's face says a thousand words!

Congratulations Jennifer and Rollie!

'Avant-Garde' ~

2007-10-16T22:58:00.000-05:00

There is nothing more rewarding than a session where the bride enjoys the total day and lets you think outside the box. Gloria Stamper and I both agreed, Raven was such a joy to work with and it shows. Mom wanted as much 'avant-garde photos' as possible, which we could not have asked for a better bride to give them too!

Little man~

2007-10-08T19:46:00.000-05:00

My love for photography keeps me busy documenting the special moments of other's lives. Saying this, I thought it was time to do a series of my kids. Starting with my little man first. My daughter in the days to follow. Even though the rain ended our day sooner than I expected, here are a few of my favorites.

A photographer in training! Ty turned the camera on me. Watch out for him in the future.