~Miss Mina~

Whoa, Mina! A fellow friend and photographer here in the Augusta area totally rocked her shoot! I am posting these with her permission! Mina-seriously-you killed this shoot!

~Christmas Mini's~

Thank you to all of the families that came out! I had such a blast with all of you! I hope your holiday were filled with love and laughter!

~Love Is In The Air~

Thank you Julie & Rob for going with my last minute in-promptu photo session!!! I'm glad you guys finally got in front of the camera so your kids, family and friends can see what an awesome couple you are!!

~Farmer Fall Minis part two~

~Fall Farmer's Market Mini's~

These minis were so much fun to put together and to do! Each kiddo showed their personality and it made the day just amazing! I have to admit, being from Tennessee, these photos with the rich Autumn colors and farmer's fruits and veggies made me a bit homesick.

~October Publication~

Thanks Vogue Italia!

~What's Been Happening?~

~Miss Manor~

~Ingrid!

This shoot was a year in the making.  I've known Ingrid for about a year and a half and I've been trying to convince her to get in front of my camera.  After much brow beating-no seriously-she finally agreed a couple of months ago.  One of my goals with my photography is to show people how I see them.  Nevermind the costumes and props, it is the personalities and actions that come through.  This is one strong woman-facing adversaries daily and still continues to not only strive-but grow stronger.  

 This was probably the most important shot of the session.  As stated above, so much crap is thrown this woman's way-professionally speaking-and yet she stays above water.  She keeps reaching for the end goal that is within sight and she meets it.  Powerful, formidable, and steadfast all comes to mind when thinking of this woman.

I think one of the things that make women the most beautiful is a humble spirit.  Ingrid is the epitome of this.  She has no idea-or perhaps no concern- of how others see her..the true her.

Ingrid, it was truly a privilege and honour to finally be able to shoot you and share all the laughs that were shared.  It was a much needed experience.  I hope by looking at these, you see my personal admiration and respect and that one day you can look upon yourself with kind eyes!

Thank you to the team, Theresa and Shamar!! xoxoxox

~Chelsea~

~Emma's Emporium~

I had so much fun researching and designing this set for a special little girl's third birthday.  We wanted something beautiful, girly, timeless and fun.  Prop by prop, it came together but it was important to add personal touches to mark this special time in her life.  Her mother brought over her grandmother's vase and lantern.  Emma brought her favorite stuffed pig animal she lovingly calls, Gump.  And to make it all come together, I wanted a baby picture of her to add next to the sofa.  I couldn't be happier with the results! Emma, as always, did such a wonderful job working the camera and we had tons of fun!

Happy Birthday, Emma! I hope your day is filled with as much love and laughter as you bring to all those around you!

~Desi~

It's not very often you come across a complete natural who has no idea how great they truly are.  Meet Desi.  This young girl had a quiet confidence, a serene natural beauty and I knew I had to shoot her.  Her mom was searching for a photographer to do some portraits for a portfolio for her, and I had a feeling that I needed to shoot this girl.  I met with the family and we discussed the details, came together not once, but twice, to do shoots and each time Desi was such a pleasure to work with! My only regret is that they had to move so soon after meeting them!