Ashley and Austin, Dancing the night away in Eureka Springs, Arkansas

As a photographer, I always look forward to shooting the next wedding. Having done this for awhile you could say I am somewhat "seasoned", but that doesn't stop me from studying and learning new things. This wedding was one I had looked forward to for awhile and I knew I had some time to give it during shooting that would allow me to practice new techniques. Thank you, Austin and Ashley for scheduling in that extra hour of shooting... for that we have some keepers.

Austin Freeman and Ashley Mildfelt were married on Saturday, November 12 at Thorncrown Chapel in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Their reception was held at The Space in downtown Eureka Springs. I didn't know before hand that in addition to being a very smart and sweet couple, Austin and Ashley can dance up a storm.... and so could most of their guests. Dinner was great, the location was great and the dance floor never cooled off.. not for a minute.

These are just a few of my favorite shots from our afternoon and evening together.

The green spots on the next photo are from the lazor lights.  Kudos to our great DJ, Sean from Music in Motion.

Alex Halper Eureka Springs Arkansas Senior

Meet my new friend, Alex. He's a senior this year at Eureka Springs High School. I don't often get an opportunity to photograph high school seniors, but I have a good time at it when I do. Alex is pretty easy going and patiently endured our long photo session last weekend. We kicked it off shooting with his father's beautiful red GTO (see below) for an hour or two and then took off to get some shots here and there around this amazing town. These are only a few of the many great shots we got that day. Check 'em out, Alex... there will be lots more real soon.

Amy and Evan's Engagement Buffalo National River Photographer

The wedding date is set in June for Amy and Evan, but they chose to have engagement photographs taken among the beauty of the fall foliage. The setting is our beautiful Buffalo National River in the northwest Arkansas Ozarks. Natural beauty abounds here so it is the perfect spot to capture a glimpse of the love these two share.  Here's just a little peek at only a few of the images we captured late yesterday.

Adam and Gerri are married

Flash back:

This was Adam and Gerri last May enjoying an engagement photo session on the

 Buffalo National River . If you follow my blog you will remember them. 

Adam and Gerri were married on October 8, 2011 in Holiday Island, Arkansas.

I've been a little slow with blogging lately, but I wanted to be sure to post a few photos from their beautiful fall wedding at the Holiday Island Baptist Church and reception at "The Barn". 

Gerri chose a sweet little dress to wear out and about for photographs before the ceremony, then switched out to her mother's wedding gown that had been altered and updated for Gerri's wedding.

A family member provided the 1957 Oldsmobile for photos.

Adam and Gerri are all about their families and it showed on their wedding day. I was blessed to be there and share in this special event.

Below is my parting shot of the night. A visitor wandered by drawn by the scent of BBQ Brisket.

The Kresse Family (Northwest Arkansas Family Photographer)

I recently had the privilege to spend a few hours photographing my wonderful friends, the Kresse family. I've known them for over 25 years and have watched these beautiful sisters grow into women.  We met at their property out on the Kings River in northwest Arkansas and got these (and many other) shots in before a huge storm blew in. Gust front is apparent in their blowing hair!

The opportunities for this family to all be together only occur a few times a year so this is a special capture.

Dad and Mom, Greg and Julie are just the best, what can I say...

Daughter Jessica and her husband Masumi  

Daughter Sarah, master mind behind the photo shoot

Thanks guys for letting me catch these images for you. Hope we can do it again soon.

Kayla and Michael are married ( Eureka Springs Wedding Photographer)

A few days ago I photographed this beautiful wedding for Kayla and Michael. Despite the searing heat, we managed to sweat our way through the photo sessions. The pre-wedding session that was planned for the outdoor gardens at the Historic Crescent Hotel, had to be moved inside. Outside the temps ranged from 107 to 112 degrees depending on where you were standing.  I was able to stay on top of my game plan and pull out all the stops for some of my best shots yet.  

Here's your sneak peek Kayla and Michael. Hope your honeymoon was the best!