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Columbia SC Portrait Photographer – Fun Headshots!

Stephanie — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:06:05 +0000

This girl is amazingly beautiful. Her blue eyes are so clear and vibrant! It was so much fun hanging out with her, and taking her promo shots for her upcoming event! Thank so you much! I hope you enjoy!

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SC Child Photographer – Kingston!

Stephanie — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 15:00:27 +0000

I had such a good time photographing Kingston! This little guy has such an amazing, energetic, fun personality, which is PERFECT for me as a photographer! We listened to his favorite songs from Kidz Bop, and had tons of fun laughing, singing along with the songs, and chasing each other around the studio. It was so much fun!

Seriously – this guy is so handsome!!!!

I just have to say, those eyelashes are not fair.

Such a funny little jokester. Love it!

I love how animated he is!

Campbell Family Portraits – Greer SC Photographer

Stephanie — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 12:59:05 +0000

Every year since their kids have been born, Kim and Chad hire me to take their family photos. Every year, I look forward to spending a dedicated hour photographing this awesome family! You can see some of their other sessions here, here and here.

Kim and I have been BFFs since we were 15 years old, and she and Chad have the most adorable children! Michael is such a sensitive, funny, sweet little guy. Ellie, with those giant blue eyes and teeny little mouth, is a fierce little firecracker! She just looks at you with a daring stare, and you can tell she is trying to figure you out.

I had such a great time in Greer, SC hanging out with the family and photographing everyone. Love you guys! I actually took these photos several weeks ago, but wasn’t able to post them until after Christmas! Kim and Chad gave these portraits out as Christmas gifts. That is such a wonderful compliment, and I LOVE knowing that portraits I created with this beautiful family are hanging in the homes of people throughout the country. It just feels great.

I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas! I only wish the utmost happiness, joy and beauty in your life for the upcoming year.

The kids had tons of fun doing laps around the fountain.

It looks like Michael is flying through the air in the photo below. I love the joy on his face.

Such a handsome little guy.

This is so cute – Ellie thought it was hilarious when Michael tried to give her a kiss!

Ladies… he’s not even five yet.

The look on Ellie’s face here is priceless. You can just see that she is plotting something naughty. Her parents must have a hard time disciplining her – that face just makes your heart melt.

One day, they’ll look at the photo below at realize how small they were.

Hello, gorgeous.

I love this next series:

This is what happens when you tell big brother to make sure little sister doesn’t play on the stairs.

You think they like each other?

Ellie started dancing!

Little family of models:

I love the life, expressions, and movement in this photo:

This is what happens when you use candy as bribery to get the kids to sit still during photos:

LOL

I am in love with this next series, too. If they had been on a beach, I could have made this a perfume ad or something.

They were watching the kids run around on a sugar high, so for fun I told them to pose like superheroes.

I told Michael to give me his “serious” face. GQ, anyone?

This picture is so Kim.

Refreshment after a hard day’s work.

SC Portrait Photographer – Allie

Stephanie — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 16:08:00 +0000

My new friend Allie recently had a birthday, and decided to get some headshots of herself to celebrate! I had a ton of fun photographing her. It took a minute to get that big smile out of her, because she doesn’t know how adorable her dimples are!!! Happy Birthday, Allie!

SC Family Photographer – MY Family! :)

Stephanie — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 20:57:10 +0000

It’s the curse of all photographers – as much as we care about memories, and preserving special moments, and sharing beautiful images with the world, we are rarely in photographs. At least that’s the case with me. I’m always behind the camera. Well, this weekend I invited my mom, dad and sister over to the house to take some family photos. The four of us haven’t had a family photo together in a really long time. So long, in fact, that the memory I have of that day is fragmented and faded. It was time. My husband showed up at the end to grab some shots, but for pretty much the entire shoot, it was me, my camera, my flash, and the tripod.

For those of you interested in the technical aspect of the shoot, I set my camera up with my 24-70mm lens fully zoomed to 70mm. I wanted to make sure we were all in focus, and since I wasn’t going to be behind the camera to compensate for movement, I set the f-stop to between f7.1 and f8. That gave plenty of room for if we took any small steps forward or backward. I also took several test shots of my mom, dad and sister to adjust the shutter speed and set up my fill flash on remote before I tried to get in the picture.

Once all that was set up, I set the timer to approximately 10 seconds to give me enough time to join my family and smile, and pressed the shutter. The photos below are the result of that. I’m so happy with how they came out! I love my family.

My dad brought his camera with him, too, and got a few shots of me preparing the camera:

And of course, there was some playing around:

I love this shot below:

This shot is so cute! We were standing beside my mom, then all of a sudden we stepped behind her in a line – she didn’t know where we had gone!

I love this photo, except for the coats! LOL. It was super cold, and especially windy, so any time I was setting up another shot, the coats went back on. In the shots without the coats on, they are on the grass just outside of the frame. We decided our next shoot will be in the spring.

Otman arrived late, but I still had my tripod set up for a sweet shot of the both of us.

My sister took the one below with my dad’s camera:

I had to take some individual shots of us, too! I think these are so cute with the sunlight behind us. The pictures just seem so them. I love them.

Thanks for taking my photo, Dad!

Until next time…. I think my New Year’s Resolution will be to be in more photos myself.

SC Newborn Photographer – Little Baby Grady

Stephanie — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 12:36:43 +0000

I stopped over to meet handsome Baby Grady on a brisk Saturday morning at his home in Columbia, SC. You may remember his parents when I shot Mom’s maternity portraits a few months ago.

Grady and I hit it off famously. I know I couldn’t stop staring at his adorable little face, and his bright blue eyes, and his little perfect nose, and his squishy little baby lips…. etc.

He flashed me a few smiles from the safety of Mom’s arms to let me know he was ready for his closeup. What struck me about Grady is that only at 7 weeks old, he is SO aware! He focused on everything I did, made eye contact with me the whole time, and really worked it for the camera! His proud dad calls it “situational awareness.” Love it!!!

Why, hello there, handsome!!!!

How precious is this little guy?

I couldn’t stop staring at him, either.

He LOVES his dad. It was so much fun watching them make the same faces together.
Look at how comfortable and happy he is with his mommy – such a beautiful sight.

Look at those eyes! Future Heartbreaker!

Look at how he focuses on his dad’s face!

Some closeup details of this little guy: Perfect thick, long eyelashes.

Itty Bitty Ear:

Look at those smushy lips! They melted my heart!

He was born with this FULL head of auburn hair.

I love baby footsies!

Look at that little face! So hilarious! Grady – you’ve got my heart already.

When Grady gets older, he is going to treasure these photos together with his parents holding him. You can see the love and adoration in their eyes. I can feel their love through the photo!

I think the picture below is my favorite :

Grady’s nursery was GORGEOUS. I love the mix of soft green and yellow. It was so peaceful and serene in there!

I thought the photo below was such a cute little outtake:

SC Boudoir Photographer – Rebecca

Stephanie — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 23:37:29 +0000

The minute she opened the door to her hotel room, Rebecca’s vibrance and vitality hit me.

When you first meet Rebecca, you immediately notice her gorgeous hazel eyes. Then you immediately notice, after talking to her for 10 seconds or less, that she is bursting with love. Love for her life. Love for her son. Love for her amazing fiancé . Love for me, even though we had just met. Rebecca is someone that inspires you to live – and love – a little more fiercely than you did before you met her.

She found me and booked her session all the way from Afghanistan, while she was serving her country and risking her life to protect mine. As we talked, she told me about some of her experiences, and her eyes turned green during some of the sad parts, then lit up to a sparkling deep gold the minute we started talking of her son and fiancé. She is a woman who is extremely generous, and in love with the possibilities the future holds.

Rebecca, I can’t think you enough for allowing me to be a part of your welcome home. I only hope these photos do a small justice to your beauty and the friendship we began that day. I’m looking forward to shooting your amazing wedding in Puerto Rico in the summer!

XOXO,

Stephanie

What a beautiful smile!

We loved that green chair!

We HAD to do a shot of her in her military jacket! So HOT!

As you can tell, we had so much fun!

Work it girl!

RAWR, Rebecca. RAWR.

Columbia SC Family Photographer – The Austins

Stephanie — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:46:42 +0000

I had a wonderful time photographing the Austin family at their gorgeous home in Columbia, SC! The boys are such fun to be around, and gave me a run for my money! This whole family is so sweet and welcoming, and it was a pleasure photographing them and their sweet dogs! I can’t wait to do it again!

SC Fashion Photographer – Wensi

Stephanie — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:35:31 +0000

A few months ago, one of my best friends came to visit from California, and we had some fun taking a few headshots/fashion shots in the studio.

Sneak Peek

Stephanie — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 13:09:46 +0000

Here is a little peek at the shoot from yesterday. As you can tell, it was a blast and we had so much fun!

Saturday was Fun!

Stephanie — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 20:33:50 +0000

I had a great Saturday! I woke up Saturday morning and met up with some friends at Gold’s Gym for BodyPump! If you haven’t tried it, it’s addictive and awesome! Then, I met up with my parents who came into town, and we went to the shooting range. It was the very first time I had ever shot a gun, so I was a little apprehensive. I was having so much fun by the end though, and I’ve got pretty good aim, if I do say so myself….. at least at close range!

Here are a few shots from my iPhone:

We ate a nice lunch, went home and relaxed with a few movies (I recommend The Adjustment Bureau and Unknown!), and then my husband and I went out to see a friend’s band play at The House downtown in Five Points.

Here are a few shots of Clay, the bass player, in his new band Finding Solace. It was a fun show!

My friend Valeda also came out to watch the show, and she looked so gorgeous, I had to snap a few shots of her, too!!! Feast your eyes upon this loveliness!

I hope your Saturday was as fun as mine! XOXOXO

Adorable.

Stephanie — Sat, 28 May 2011 21:09:00 +0000

This is Ellie. She is so beautiful. I had to share.

Headshots are Fun! – SC Photographer – Columbia, SC

Stephanie — Sat, 14 May 2011 03:26:37 +0000

I’ve been having tons of fun with my new Pocket Wizards – FlexTT5 for Nikon. I’m loving being able to go anywhere within a 1600 foot radius from my flash to be more creative and versatile with my photography, especially when using off-camera flash! I’ve been studying up and learning as much as possible about off-camera flash lately. Living in South Carolina, you have to be prepared for any lighting situation – it’s not California, where the light and weather are perfect all the time. We have bright sun one minute, clouds the next. “Natural-light” photographers are nice, and I LOVE using natural light in my photography, but I want proficiency in all options so I can be as creative as I want to be – and let me say… it is SO much fun! I want to be the most educated, versatile and prepared photographer you’ve ever met!

Tonight I dragged Otman upstairs to the studio for some lovely headshots! I have such a handsome husband. I love all his different facial expressions! Enjoy!

And here’s one in front of my all-new backdrop! So fun!

SC Family and Child Photographer – Audrey

Stephanie — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 21:33:23 +0000

On a recent trip to Greenville, SC, I photographed Michelle’s adorable baby girl Audrey. I love photographing babies at this age! Audrey is a beautiful baby to photograph, with a smile that takes up her whole face! I can’t get enough of her eyelashes! Enjoy!

SC Boudoir Photographer – Bridget

Stephanie — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 20:28:52 +0000

A few months ago, I posted a link to Bridget’s boudoir session. She was kind enough to give permission for me to feature her, and I realized the other day that I haven’t yet shared some of my favorites from her session!

Thank you again, Bridget, for a fantastic session – you are gorgeous!!! I can’t wait to work with you again!

Bridget has some of the most gorgeous blue eyes I’ve ever seen.

These shoes are so hot!

I love this one!

Bridget – you’re gorgeous! Thanks for the great session!

SC Boudoir Photographer – Greenville and Columbia, SC

Stephanie — Thu, 30 Dec 2010 11:27:53 +0000

I LOVE being a boudoir photographer. I take boudoir photos for women across the Southeast, and mostly my clients hire me for boudoir photos in South Carolina and the surrounding areas, such as Greenville and Columbia, SC. There is no wrong time to schedule a boudoir photo shoot for yourself or your loved one. Every woman deserves to feel gorgeous, sexy and pampered, and I feel proud to be able to offer this service.

Emily from Columbia, SC says that her boudoir photography experience with me was “the best confidence-booster ever!”

Bridget from Greenville, SC is already planning her second boudoir photo shoot – “I can’t wait to do it again!”

Click here to read Whittney’s very special thank-you to me (I still treasure your words, Whittney – they mean so much to me!!!). Boudoir photography is not just about sexy pictures. It’s about celebrating your confidence, your curves, and to preserve this time for yourself, and even your children to see in the future. (“Mom – was that really you?!?!?”) I photograph boudoir portraits to help women feel as beautiful as they should, and I am so honored and privileged to be able to do this. Click here to see me featured on the Boudoir Divas’ website!

The samples below are from women who have given permission for me to display their photo on my website and blog – thank you so much for letting me share your gorgeous images! You are so amazingly beautiful!!!

Greenville Family Photographer – The Campbells

Stephanie — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 12:07:43 +0000

I met up with Kim and the family a few weeks ago to get their family portraits taken for Christmas! I can’t think of a better gift to give your loved ones than the gift of lifelong memories! Little Ellie is growing so fast, and getting more beautiful every day! She was pretty chill the whole time. Michael took a minute to warm up to the camera, because his evil parents did the unthinkable – they put him in a BUTTON-UP shirt!!!!!!!! How dare they?!?!? After a little while, though, he got over the trauma and all was right with the world.

Kim, Chad, Michael and Ellie – thank you so much for everything! I love you so much! I hope everyone loved their Christmas presents as much as I loved taking them!

How cute is this???? Every single one of you just smiled, I know it!

Those eyes are going to kill the ladies someday… Ok, fine, I admit it…. they already kill me with their cuteness!

Speaking of eyes…..

Normally this picture would drive me a little crazy because the flower is so close to her head, but in this case, I love it, because it looks like a little flower hairbow!

Columbia Family Photographer – The Toomers

Stephanie — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 12:12:38 +0000

I had the pleasure of photographing the sweetest family a few weeks ago! We started off downtown for some neat, brick backdrops, and then ended up at the Statehouse for some running around and more picture time! I am in love with these kids!

How gorgeous is this gal?

I love the way the light was hitting them in the photos below. Can you believe Nyela’s oldest daughter (on the left) is only 13??? She looks so confident and mature!

Check out this doll baby:

What a cutiepie!

Having fun climbing on Dad’s head…

Meet Mr. Suave:

Such a handsome, charming, little man!

Thank you so much! I had such a great time! I can’t wait to do it again!

SC Newborn Photographer – Audrey

Stephanie — Sun, 26 Dec 2010 21:08:02 +0000

Audrey was born in November, but with the craziness of the holidays, I’m just now getting around to showing you her gorgeous newborn pictures! Enjoy!

I love baby toes!

She looks exactly like her big brother.

Some time with Mommy…

Love that bottom lip sticking out!

Merry Christmas!

Stephanie — Sun, 26 Dec 2010 18:27:06 +0000

Hello, dear friends!

I hope your Christmas was as amazing and awesome as mine was. I am so wonderfully blessed and grateful. I am looking forward to another fantastic year!!!

How could I not feel full of the love of Christmas when I have this sight in front of me?

Now that the hustle and bustle is subsiding, stay tuned for amazing photo shoots, fun features, and silly glimpses of my life! I hope you enjoy! Love you guys!!!