Holly Hill Manor Talking Rock, GA

 2020 was a rough year for weddings.  Brides faced having to downsize their weddings by half or more, and many venues were forced to cancel them altogether.  While I think we all hoped that 2021 would be 'normal' again, I think with it being July now and many cities still placing restrictions on gatherings or guests feeling uncomfortable with large groups, we can joyfully look forward to 2022.

...Which brings me to Holly Hill Manor.  As a wedding photographer in a small town, many of the venues that I've been at, while beautiful and fantastically managed, they just don't accommodate large events well.  200 people in a barn with one renta-potty isn't ideal amIright? For some brides, the option to host that big wedding where she can invite all of her friends and family into one BIG celebration for her most important day, is a major need.

Holly Hill Manor is a venue that I was invited to check out by a friend of mine that helps plan and coordinate weddings and as soon as I saw the photos of the construction and finished spaces, I was all on board.  This venue is breath-taking and the owners clearly invested well into what they knew a bride with a large guest list would need.  Between the farmhouse style solid wood tables, the massive amount of chairs for both ceremony and reception on site, and the amazing chandeliers, what more could you need for a canvas!?

Holly Hill Manor is an all-in-one venue with space for caterers to prepare your plated, or buffet meals to your guests.  Both Bride and Groom have spaces to prepare and get ready.  The grounds are well maintained and offer stunning views of the rolling hills and wood lines.  The building itself serves as a perfect backdrop for those large family photos that require everyone to be included.

And did I mention those chandeliers?

Holly Hill is an all indoor-venue which means rain or shine, you know you are covered.  The windows lining each wall provide a perfect amount of romantic lighting and just enough 'natural' to help a bride feel like her day is both safe from the elements, and connected to them.

If you are looking for something new, something different, something uniquely different from the same ol' venue that we've seen time and time again on the pages of Pinterest, come check out Holly Hill.

Holly Hill Manor  |  Talking Rock, GA

I am BACK

9 years ago I became a stay at home mom and began to hone in on my photography skills.  At that point life was rough.  3 pregnancies back to back to back, three young kids at home.

And then we decided, "Hey, let's move across state lines and become self employed!" 

So we did it.  Since that time, we've changed jobs a few times, and I let photography become a side gig.  I still shot weddings and sessions, but my full attention wasn't on it.  I hope I never let any of my clients down, but I had to re-think my focus.

I'm now back at it.  I'm 100% fully invested in making this little business of mine work.  I have always loved being a photographer.  Capturing memories for my clients, freezing a moment in time and making it even more magical than it was in reality.  Taking a split second and extending it through eternity.  Making a mom cry because she doesn't think that I'll get a decent photo of her crazy chaotic kids, and proving her wrong.

Photography isn't just a job.  It's how I live life.

With so many cell phone and our "over-photographed' lives as they are...It makes me sad to see this dying art become something of the past.  Either people assume their smartphone is enough, or anybody who picks up a "fancy" camera, will take your $50 and give you 300 digital files to sort through.

I am a Photographer; an artist.  I have a creative view, and I guarantee that I will deliver.  Try me.

The Ochsners Copper and Kings Louisville, KY

I was connected to these two...by fate.  Since the day I met them and booked their wedding I was so excited to document this day!  You guys were calm, fun, and included me as both your photographer and friend in your day.  I was absolutely honored to  photograph you guys, and every other photographer should be jealous.

I should also mention, WOWZA this event space!!  Copper and Kings did NOT disappoint and was such a fun space for this summer wedding.

You guys know how to throw a party!  SO without further ado...let's get to what you all came here for...