Carpenter Photography and Design Blog http://carpenterpd.com/blog/ Carpenter Photography and Design Blog en-us Adam and Jaleigh...married http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=99 http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=99 Mon, 17 Nov 2008 22:10:49 -0800 I know a lot of you have been anxious to see this wedding and my apologies for the delay. I had hoped to get it up earlier today, but 1) I had a crazy time narrowing down the pictures I was going to post and 2) thanks to technology it didn't happen...thanks for being patient with me.

It was a beautiful fall day in Southern Indiana making the day perfect for Adam and Jaleigh. The love they have for each other is so sweet and real. We had so much fun with the two of them and their family and friends. There were lots of laughs to be shared and many moments of celebration. We were honored to celebrate with the two of you...we truly have the best jobs in the world.





















Jaleigh was absolutely beautiful...





I fell in love with the dresses and flowers...I'm such a girl.















The groomsmen took Adam for a little trip before their pictures started. ;)











A sweet moment between Jaleigh and her niece...



Best friends forever... :)







I love this shot with Jaleigh and her mom...











Jaleigh was walked down the aisle by her twin brother.











I love all of these pictures of Adam and Jaleigh...I guess you could say I had a hard time choosing. ;)





























Okay...if you remember I said that there was a lot of laughter. Well, I asked Jaleigh to hold out her veil while she walked so that it wouldn't blow in her face and...



...this is what Adam did. ;)











Some funny speeches...



and a rather surprising speech. ;) Gotta love it!













**..**]]> A few more... http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=97 http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=97 Thu, 13 Nov 2008 10:07:45 -0800 I normally do not do two posts for a family session, but this situation was a bit different. When we were going to the location for their family pictures we drove by this random field with orange wild flowers. If you know me, you know that I love fields with flowers in them and I wanted to check it out. The plan was to go there to finish up their family session. Well, the dark clouds rolled in and took away the light before we could get over there. So, I asked Lesleigh if I could do some shots for future reference with the girls on another day. Of course, she didn't mind and I had a bit more fun than i should have...meaning I took too many pictures....managed to get some cute ones of Gabe and Claire that I will share at some point as well. :) Anyway, I had to share. If you are interested in doing some field shots here next year just let me know when you book your session. As long as a housing addition doesn't move in it should be good to go. ;)

These are all favorites...love, love them. I don't think the girls could be any more adorable.

























**..**]]> Joy in the little things... http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=96 http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=96 Thu, 13 Nov 2008 08:54:59 -0800 My guess is that Brent and Lesleigh take joy in the little things...their little things...their sweet little blessings. You may remember this family from days gone by. They hold a special place in our hearts and always will. We have known them for what seems like forever and are thankful that friendships can continue regardless of how much time is spent together. Brent just opened a dental office in the Fishers area (if you need one you should go to him- Moore Dentistry -he offers free whitening for life) and we have our business...making life extremely busy and sometimes insane..especially when trying to find time to get together. All in good time...we love you guys and enjoy the moments we do get to be together.



I love this shot of the girls.







This takes talent...the others from this series are rather hilarious.





This was a one shot wonder...there were some break-downs immediately after. ;)

















**..**]]> Julia turns one... http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=95 http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=95 Wed, 12 Nov 2008 09:48:29 -0800 Julia has been a true delight to capture this year. Every session has been full of such sweet smiles. She came into our "Grow with Me" plan a little late, so you will continue to see her and I can't wait. Enjoy her sweet expressions...they will melt your heart.





Yay for Julia!!!









Loving this one...





What???





I guess you could say that she was loving this...









**..**]]> Taylor turns 4... http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=94 http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=94 Mon, 10 Nov 2008 06:19:44 -0800 I can't believe Taylor is a 4 year old. It just seems like yesterday that we started taking her pictures...and here we are today. Well, Taylor is a bubbly, energetic, loves people, sweet, adorable 4 year old...making her session loads of fun. Gabe and Taylor have become best buds over the past couple of years...it is so much fun to watch little ones grow and become little people. Happy #4 Taylor!







My dad is so silly...





The things my dad will do to me...





One of my favorite leaf throwing shots ever...





A 4 year old with attitude... :)









**..**]]> Newborn sweetness... http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=93 http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=93 Thu, 06 Nov 2008 20:10:12 -0800 I can't believe it has been almost 4 years since we shot Erin and Blayne's wedding and here they are celebrating the birth of their first child. Over the past 4 years we have gotten to know them and Erin's family on a more personal level. I love the friendships that develop through getting to know our clients. Anyway, you are going to love these pictures. There were some very sweet moments...as you are about to see. Congratulations you two! We can't wait to see her again. Love to you both...





This is Wrigley, the older brother. ;)



















I love this one...



Yes, she was laying on a tree branch, but dad was holding her...







I love how Wrigley looks like he is watching over the new addition.









Please remember the beauty of this moment. They change way too fast...



Kinsley's daddy was an Eagle Scout...this was all his idea. I love it!





I'm pretty sure that she was ready to be done at this point... ;)

**..**]]> Sam and Kristie...married http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=92 http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=92 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 07:51:29 -0800 Where do I begin? Sam and Kristie are as beautiful on the inside as they are on the outside. Everything about their day was filled with emotion and sentiment. You could tell that they poured their heart and soul into every detail. We had so much fun celebrating with them and their family and friends. Congratulations you two and may God bless you...

























This shot makes me smile. I'm pretty sure that Sam is pleased with his catch. ;)



A special moment between Kristie and her dad.









A very sweet moment after lighting the unity candle.



We did it!



Sam and Kristie built time into their day for their pictures. The light couldn't have been better.











Favorite!



Beautiful...











Checking out his Mrs...









This blue french horn was a gift to Sam from Kristie. If you watch reality tv, you have probably seen it. :)





One of my favorite moments...



**..**]]> Morgan...a senior http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=91 http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=91 Mon, 03 Nov 2008 06:56:37 -0800 Every time I begin editing a session I am reminded how the weather we have had this fall has been just spectacular. Last year I remember having to reschedule sessions 3-4 times due to rain, wind, or some other lovely Indiana surprise. :) However, this year has been perfect.

Morgan was an absolute delight to be around. Her older sister, Ashley, has been participating in our "Grow with Me" plan for little ones and sent Morgan our way...and I am so glad she did. She will be graduating in the spring and heading off to college. I wish you the best as you finish out one chapter and begin another...Blessings to you!

Favorite...

























Morgan requested a few shots with her niece...you will be seeing her again soon. ;) I love this one!



**..**]]> Happy Halloween... http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=90 http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=90 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 17:28:54 -0700 from Spiderman and a little butterfly. ;)

We hope you all had a wonderful day...the weather couldn't have been more beautiful.



**..**]]> Fun at the Pumpkin Patch... http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=89 http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=89 Wed, 29 Oct 2008 09:06:49 -0700 How adorable is this set of siblings?!? I had so much fun with the two of them and fell in love with their sweetness. I was honored when their mom contacted me and said that she would be willing to drive from southern Indiana up to have their pictures taken...about a 2 hour drive. All I can say is that it was well worth the drive...they did so well. I truly enjoyed getting to know them and hope that our paths cross again in the future. Many blessings to you...



This is one of my favorites...I love it!





So stinkin' cute!







I've got you...



She knew how to work the camera.









Peek-a-boo Grandpa! Grandpa was inside the barn looking at him...too cute.







I love his little expression in this one...





While Anna (their mom) and I were communicating back and forth about their session, she introduced me to a wonderful forum for moms and photographers called click-in-moms. This forum is for anyone who enjoys taking pictures of little ones...regardless of your experience. Maybe you are wanting to learn how to document your own better or you are an experienced photographer who wants to meet other photographers and moms. You have to check it out! I have fallen in love with the forum and look forward to exploring it more.

**..**]]> Hailey...a senior http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=88 http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=88 Mon, 27 Oct 2008 07:06:20 -0700 Oh, the memories of being a senior...senior pictures, choosing a college to attend, filling out applications, the anxious feelings of being done and starting something new...I could go on and on. Well, I love that Hailey chose us to celebrate this part of her senior year. She had such a sweet, outgoing personality-making it fun for all of us...there were lots of laughs shared. :) We wish you the best as you finish out your senior year, Hailey! It is going to fly by...



























A bit of Hailey's true personality...loving it. :)



**..**]]> Jase and Amber...married http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=87 http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=87 Wed, 22 Oct 2008 12:38:48 -0700

Jase and Amber couldn't have asked for a more beautiful day. The weather was absolutely amazing...especially for an outdoor ceremony during the fall. We had a blast celebrating with them...lots of laughs, lots of good times. The best part was how cute they were together...he loves her and she loves him...doesn't get much better. Congrautulations you two...









Amber didn't have to try too hard to look beautiful...









I love this one...













I'm loving this shot of the guys...













This little one was enjoying my camera being right in front of her... :)















There was a lot of this throughout the day...







This was quite the dollar dance...





Boys and their cigars...



**..**]]> Deron and Kelly...engaged http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=86 http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=86 Tue, 21 Oct 2008 04:47:29 -0700 What a beautiful couple...inside and out. I knew from the moment I met Kelly that we were going to get along just fine...we just talked and talked and talked. :) I am also very aware of the love they have for each other...just take a look at their pictures. Their day in November is going to be nothing short of amazing and we can't wait to celebrate with them.







Kelly is absolutely beautiful...







Lots of favorites here...





















Love this one...it truly sums it all up.



**..**]]> It's that time of year... http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=85 http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=85 Mon, 20 Oct 2008 12:30:05 -0700 I just want to start off by saying how blessed we are. All of our clients, wedding and portrait, are just amazing...all of them--past, present and future. We have been doing a lot of shooting the past couple of weeks and have had the opportunity to capture many moments. Of course, I look forward to sharing them with you, but more than anything right now I just want to say thank you for allowing us to capture these "life" moments for you.

Secondly, this time of year brings a lot of craziness to what we do...family pictures, fall weddings, Christmas cards, gifts, etc. There is a reason why this is such a popular time of year...the weather we are having is incredible and I am so thankful for that. It won't be long before you start seeing post after post. We will be finishing up our two week stretch of non-stop action and things will begin to slow down and not be an every day-several sessions a day...as far as shooting goes. :) So, all of this to say...stay tuned. We have several beautiful weddings to share with you along with some new precious little ones, some in-between ones, a few seniors, engagements, families...you name it--it's happening. As I'm writing this I'm thinking back to all of the wonderful experiences that have taken place...what an honor and pleasure to do what we love. Thank you for your patience and loving us through this busy time. Looking forward to what is to come...XOXO



And, of course, a few pics of Gabe and Claire...these aren't the best, but their camera exposure has been a bit neglected because of all of the other pictures taking place. No worries...their little debut is coming soon. ;)



**..**]]> Chase is here... http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=84 http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=84 Thu, 16 Oct 2008 18:22:52 -0700 You may recall Joe and Kristy's maternity session from several posts back. Well, here they are with their adorable new addition. Lil' Chase had the sweetest temperament and didn't mind me moving him all around. He only needed to take one break and pretty much slept the rest of the time. I love watching new parents interact with their first born and am always amazed how God designed us to be parents naturally. I love it... Chase truly is a little blessing and I am honored to have captured these precious little moments for them. Congratulations to you...



Precious, precious...



I love this daddy moment...



Ten little toes...





Completely zonked...









I've been getting a lot of sweet smiles lately...





**..**]]> Good times together... http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=83 http://carpenterpd.com/blog/index.php?link=83 Mon, 13 Oct 2008 13:09:49 -0700 What a fun session! These dear friends of ours wanted something a bit different for their session...dowtown urbany feel. So, we hopped in the car and stopped here and there. The boys were such a treat and were ready for the camera. This was no surprise since we have documented them for quite some time now. ;) Anyway, enjoy the pictures...we love you guys!

I tend to start out with a favorite...







Not sure what was going on here, but thought it was too funny not to share. ;)





Love, love this one...so cute. This is such an older brother response.













An expression Ty is quite known for.



Ty...what are you doing to your dad?





Who can see the truck? I guess there was more than one... :)



Ready...set...hike! Can you guess where we are now?



Yes, and somewhere in this picture you will see them rooting on the Colts!