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December 13, 2024

Savannah Georgia Family Session in Forsyth Park

November 9, 2024

A Family Session in Forsyth Park

November 9, 2024

A Family Session In Forsyth Park

November 9, 2024

A Forsyth Park Engagement Session

November 9, 2024

A Forsyth Park Savannah, Georgia Proposal

November 9, 2024

An Anniversary Photoshoot On River Street in Savannah Georgia

October 22, 2024

Telephoto Shoot With the Talbot Family In Michigan

I absolutely love doing these distance shoots with the Talbot family (who live in Michigan while I’m in Georgia). Distance shoots are a collaborative effort and make taking photos so much easier on kiddos without the intimidation of a big c

June 17, 2024

Welcome Noah!

May 28, 2024

Bri And David in Washington

March 25, 2024

the taylor family

December 10, 2023

The Stroud Family in Huntsville, Al.

I love that Jessica let her kids dress themselves for this intimate and fun session in their home. I imagined Mia-matched outfits, but instead I got a TRex and Princess!

November 9, 2023

Alexa, Desmond and Susannah in Michigan Telephoto Distance Photoshoot

I love doing these distance sessions. They take a lot of creativity and co-creation between myself and the person holding the camera as well as the people in front of the camera. I love being able to connect over long distances with clients

November 9, 2023

The Pendleys In Decatur Alabama

I absolutely loved getting to spend time with [Kim Humphries Pendley](https://www.facebook.com/kim.h.humphries?__cft__[0]=AZWExwmEL9EUmASghf1I_7-XALO6jcvSjlHZpoYS7t6uNIHbjCOpHDq6sOMgJ5cey4IWw06Hc-4Ag4t4gr7Fl1lFkIXEbdUiBLQ0rIT03asnVw76DZi_Kj

October 17, 2023

The Park Family In Decatur, Alabama

I’ve known Judith since 2007 when we did “ A High School Musical” play together in Decatur, Alabama. All these years later and we’ve both ended up back in this place as we’ve gotten older. Now Judith is an amazing director of plays here in

October 16, 2023

Taryn and Jackson In Nashville

September 25, 2023

The Niemitz Family Grows In Huntsville Alabama

I'm incredibly thankful for this wonderful family. Not only are they cherished friends and beautiful people, but they've also been my photography subjects for the past decade. Recently, I had a heartwarming conversation with Sarah and Ben,

September 25, 2023

Sarah and Kadence in Decatur Alabama

Sarah and I grew up together and both relocated back to Decatur around the same time. I feel so grateful for her friendship and for the time I get to spend with her and Kadence. They bring such joy to my life. I loved working with them for

September 3, 2023

Davie's Garden Telephoto Virtual Session in Oregon

July 3, 2023

Alexa and Desmond Remote Photography Session in Michigan

July 3, 2023

Flintknapping in Huntsville Alabama

Have you ever heard of the art form called flintknapping? I hadn’t either until I met Garrett! Flintknapping is one of the oldest forms of craftmanship, making arrowheads out of flint and other strong and beautiful rocks. I had the pleasure

July 3, 2023

The Clark Family at Mobile Bay

June 29, 2023

Elena Embraces Autism in this Virtual Distance Photoshoot

“ I was not aware that April was autism awareness month, but now I am going to make everyone aware that I was diagnosed with autism. Confetti falls from the ceiling. It took me 23 years to get diagnosed. 23 years of feeling like an alien or

June 29, 2023

Margaux in Pennsylvania Distant Photography Session

The [Kintsugi Chronicles](https://meghanhill.co/the-kintsugi-chronicles-photographic-stories-of-the-golden-art-of-healing)is a project I have been dreaming of executing for YEARS. Initially, I had the idea that I would visit Ehlers-Danlos S

June 29, 2023

Taryns Virtual Portrait Session

A little bit ago I had the privaledge of working with my sister through a Telepohto Session. It was such a fun and beautiful experience. I saw her be free in her body, and feel empowered in how she looks and feels. She loved being able to s

June 29, 2023

Terah and her Littles : A Remote Photography Session

June 29, 2023

The Mays-Sutor Kiddos Distance Photography Session in Portland, Maine

It is amazing to me that my friend Sarah lives in Portland, Maine and I live in Decatur, Alabama and I was able to capture these images of her two little ones along with her help! The process of this kind of photography is so much fun, so i

July 30, 2020

Yeah Field Trip 2018

Found some photos I took back at yeah Field Trip in 2018. My eyes fell in love with my craft all over again, admiring myself almost as a by-standard who is noticing a new artist’s work for the first time. I love how I’ve grown, and how I ha

June 22, 2020

Brandon and Lindsey McCaghren in Decatur, Alabama

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May 27, 2020

Acro Yoga in Decatur Alabama

What if we thought of these bodies as not our own? Yes, our souls inhabit these earth ships to teach and transform us individually, to open us to our array of gifts..but, I see that our bodies are also our own gift to the world. They are wh

February 17, 2020

Orchard Life with The Perry Family

I am going to write more about Daley and Weston and Maggie and Roo on my personal blog and how beautifully they entered my life (or I entered theirs) this past August.. but for the sake of this space I want to show you photographs that tell

February 12, 2020

Let me introduce you to my cousin, Jason

February 12, 2020

Mollie And Beamer in The Downtown Arts District Los Angeles

I can’t believe I took these photos almost 3 years ago and I never published them here on this space. In those past three years, Mollie has become one of my best friends and I am just so grateful that we connected through Yeah Field Trip. M

October 10, 2019

Emma and Daniel at Forsyth Park Inn

October 10, 2019

Isaac and Shay's Pre-Wedding Hang at Forsyth Park

October 10, 2019

Lauren and Pedro at Wormsloe Plantation in Savannah, Georgia

October 10, 2019

Meggie and Chris at the Whitman in Savannah, Georgia

October 10, 2019

Miles O'Sullivan in Beaufort, North Carolina

I am going back on several levels to this time last year. Lots of beautiful photographs I am excited to share that I was unable to share through the chaos of this past year. Missing these southern waters, taking photos with my camera under

October 10, 2019

Shay and Isaac on the Georgia Queen

Shay and Isaac are two of the sweetest souls, and I loved the intimacy and simplicity of their wedding on the Georgia Queen river cruise ship. The sunset in Savannah didn’t disappoint, and the fall weather gave them the perfect wedding day.

November 28, 2018

Jess and Nick Visit Savannah

Jessica found me through Flytographer, and told me that she’d rather have photos that captured the darker, edgier parts of Savannah. I love that she did, too, because their images depict a part of Savannah most couples don’t want to venture

November 20, 2018

Lauren and Tim Visit Savannah!

If you remember, Lauren and Tim got married last year at a beautiful inn in Hot SPrings, North Carolina. After their wedding they quickly jumped back into the grind of NYC life, waiting until this summer to take their three month long honey

November 14, 2018

Merideth and Nicholas With A Little Behind The Scenes!

Had the opportunity to shoot Merideth and Nicholas (they met in Auburn!) as they celebrated their engagement last month. My talented friend Miles tagged along for some behind-the-scenes shooting action that will be fun to see as you look at

November 12, 2018

Creepin in on my friends with my camera

most of these photos are taken in the chaos and beauty of every day life, as the seasons have been changing so have all of our hearts and our creativity is being awakened. it’s beautiful to watch.

September 27, 2018

Up In The Woods

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September 14, 2018

Jeff and Kerrie's Forsyth Park Engagement

Jeff and Kerri do things differently. Like becoming best friend before they started dating (which I think is awesome), moving in together, going back to school for a masters, buying a house.. and THEN they decided to get married. They are t

August 16, 2018

A Bonaventure Elopement With Elope To Savannah

August 16, 2018

Bill and Ashley's Tybee Elopement with Elope To Savannah

July 24, 2018

Taryn and Jackson are ENGAGED! Huntsville Alabama Engagement Session

It's not every day that your only sister finds the man she wants to spend the rest of her life with and says YES to that ring! Taryn and Jackson actually found each other almost ten years ago, when they were freshman and Lipscomb University

June 26, 2018

Savannah Georgia Maternity Photographer | Ellie, Anthony and Benno

June 22, 2018

For The Interim Time

**For the Interim Time** When near the end of day, life has drained Out of light, and it is too soon For the mind of night to have darkened things, No place looks like itself, loss of outline Makes everything look strangely in-between, Uns

June 9, 2018

Savannah Anniversary Photographer | Leda and Chris Visit Savannah

June 9, 2018

Savannah Family Photographer | The Harris Family Visits Savannah

June 9, 2018

Savannah Portrait Photographer | Jamses' Pub portraits

June 6, 2018

Savannah Anniversary Photographer | Art and Angela in Downtown Savannah

June 6, 2018

Savannah Anniversary Photographer | Erica and Daniel's Pre-Honeymoon

June 6, 2018

Savannah Portrait Photographer | Crystal's 35th Birthday in Downtown Savannah

June 6, 2018

Savannah Traveling Family Photographer | Happy Birthday Tripp!

June 4, 2018

Savannah Elopement Photography : Ali and Jared's Midway Church Wedding

June 4, 2018

Savannah Elopement Photography : Lauren and Mike's Savannah Station Wedding

June 4, 2018

Savannah Elopement Photography : Savannah and Nick

June 4, 2018

Savannah Same-Sex Elopement Photographer : Nick and Liam's Forsyth Park Engagement Session

May 18, 2018

Savannah Engagement Photography : Ali and Jake's St. Patrick's Day Engagement

May 18, 2018

Savannah Elopement Photography : Amanda and Matt's Wormsloe Plantation Savannah Elopement

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February 13, 2018

Amanda and Evan's At Home + Wormsloe Maternity Session

February 13, 2018

Savannah Intimate Wedding Photography : Iggy and Yesenia's Georgia State Railroad Muesum Wedding

February 12, 2018

Adam and Tansy's Lake Guntersville Wedding

February 12, 2018

Jase and Victoria's Douglasville, Georgia Hometown Wedding

February 12, 2018

Savannah Intimate Wedding Photography : Lauren and Tim's Hot Springs Inn North Carolina Wedding

February 12, 2018

Maddie and Devin's Raleigh, North Carolina Farm Wedding

Maddie and Devin got married on a rainy day in April in Raleigh at [Chapel in The woods](http://chapel-in-the-woods.com) . Nothing makes me happier than looking through their images and being around the love these two high school sweetheart

February 12, 2018

The Coffee Family's Snowy Missouri Session

February 12, 2018

The Hughes Family at Lowe Mill Arts

January 8, 2018

Hillary and Ryan's Brice Hotel Savannah Wedding

In working with Hillary and Ryan, did I not only make friends with two of my favorite people, but their wedding was a blast. They have been friends since before high school, and it was so beautiful to see them with their community of friend

January 8, 2018

Jared and Allie's Midway Church Savannah Wedding

Jared and Allie tied the knot on a hot and rainy spring day in Savannah. Their ceremony took place where their mom and dad got married, and was attended by so many members of their community. I loved getting to know Allie and her friends du

December 6, 2017

Max and Sara's St. Simons Island Military Wedding

Sara describes Max as her "prince charming", and she continually re-iterates how thankful she is that she waited fourty years to find the man of her dreams. Since they met, their lives have been a whirlwind of long distance phone calls, pla

December 6, 2017

Molly and Martin's Romantic Downtown Savannah Wedding

Molly and Martin love to take photos together on all of their adventures. They have remodeled a beautiful house in midtown Savannah and have the cutest puppy and sweetest set of friends. It was such a joy to be able to capture their downtow

December 6, 2017

The Briemle Family's Morning Routine

One of my dear friends lives all the way across the country in California. Thanks to the internet, we are able to stay connected while we are a nation away! She is a photographer and teacher AND an amazing mom to her three boys. While I was

June 5, 2017

Cocktails and Details

I met Terrica the day I turned 29, while I was taking photos at [Matt and Kadi's](/kadi-and-matt) wedding on Jekyll Island. As a small business owner who takes a lot of pride in my business, I was immediately impressed with Terrica when she

June 3, 2017

Outward and Inward

In February I was parked outside a laundry mat in California waiting for my clothes to dry while I ate a bowl of cereal and simultaneously checked the e mail on my phone. The sweetest e mail was waiting in my inbox from a girl named Alexa w

May 25, 2017

50 Alternatives To A Sparkler Exit at Your Wedding

Ah, the good-ole sparkler exit.. brides love it and wedding vendors cringe when they hear it.. is it worth the one good photo you get from all of the work?

May 25, 2017

Savannah Vendor Profile: Justin Peay Productions

I was lucky enough to work alongside Justin at[Erin and Sebastian's wedding on Jekyll Island.](http://www.justinpeay.com/portfolio/2017/2/16/sebastian-erin) Justin is kind, caring, unobtrusive and a real delight and joy to work alongside. N

May 24, 2017

Savannah Vendor Profile: Mea Flowers

Meagan was one of the first people I met when I moved down to Savannah. Since meeting her she's had two little ones and has started a floral arrangement business that I cannot recommend enough! I've been able to see two weddings she has cra

May 18, 2017

A Photographer's Five Favorite Engagement Photo Locations In Savannah, Georgia

It is no secret that Savannah, Georgia is one of the south's most iconically romantic cities. Her cobble stone streets lined with spanish moss covered live oaks are enough to make even a cynic swoon. It's no surprise, then, that couples fro

May 17, 2017

5 Questions To Ask Your Wedding Shoes Before You Buy

Your wedding shoes are a much bigger deal than your making them. Sure you want them to look awesome with your dress (who wouldn't?!), but do your shoes have what it takes to keep you on your feet all-wedding-day-long. I've listened to bride

March 27, 2017

Courtney and Adam's Georgia Railroad Museum Wedding

forever grateful I was able to be apart of Courtney and Adam's wedding day, AND I got to know them and their story so well as I shot their engagement session.

March 25, 2017

Kate and Evan's Downtown Savannah Wedding

Erin (of [Sebastian and Erin](/new-gallery-91) ) went to Savannah College of Art and Design with Kate. When Kate and Evan decided they were going to get married in Savannah, Erin gave her my information and the rest is history!

March 24, 2017

Emily and David's Daufuskie Island Christmas Wedding

Emily's family have been visiting Daufuskie Island since Emily was a little girl. Since then her parents have a vacation home on the island so the family gathers there throughout the year. David, of course, has visited the island since he h

March 22, 2017

Kristin and Peter's Piedmont Park Wedding

I was talking with Kristin a few days ago, and realized that in the crazy shuffle of the past 6 months, I hadn't shared their wedding day photos with you guys on my site/blog. WHAAA?!

March 22, 2017

Sebastian and Erin's Scottish Jekyll Island Wedding

When Erin booked me almost two years ago for her Jekyll Island Wedding, I had no idea what was in store for me except I knew I couldn't wait to get to know Erin and Sebastian better.

March 21, 2017

Kellie and Tyler's Mid Century Modern Wedding at The Durham Hotel

When Kellie and Tyler booked me to shoot their wedding over a hear ago in Durham, NC, I had no idea what an impact their wedding would have on my life.

February 20, 2017

Duck Duck Goose with The Browns

I got to meet these two redheads when they were only 3 years old, and not near as talkative as they are now!

February 8, 2017

Perfecting The Art of Failing

> ***“In art, either as creators or participators, we are helped to remember some of the glorious things we have forgotten, and some of the terrible things we were asked to endure...” ***

January 29, 2017

Dewayne and Cara's Huntsville, Alabama Booths Lumber Yard Wedding

As a visual story teller, I feel that Cara's story is too important and beautiful to not add a few words to accompany the photos of her and Dewayne's wedding day.

January 20, 2017

The Neimitz Family at Home in 2016

Continuing the family session trend I've been having (can you tell I visited friends in Huntsville in November?!), I wanted to share this sweet morning session with you all.

January 19, 2017

The Hughes Family in Huntsville Alabama. November, 2017

I'd say one of my favorite things about being a photographer is getting to watch families grow up. Because I am decent with a camera, I get the invitation to visit with families year after year as they expand and grow. It's a profound gift

January 5, 2017

Expecting Eleanor

How is Alice almost three AND how are these guys already having another baby in their home?! I'm so thankful I was passing through Huntsville in time to catch little Eleanor while she was still in Andrea's belly. This sweet family means eve

December 24, 2016

What's Better Than Getting Married?

Book your wedding date with us before JANUARY 1st, 2017 and get $500 off your entire wedding package!

December 19, 2016

Forsyth Park Savannah Georgia Engagement Session

Victoria and Jase are high school sweet hearts who have "basically grown up together". They are both from a small town in Georgia, and have supported one another through the growing pains of high school all the way up to Physicians Assistan

December 18, 2016

Tybee Island High School Senior Session

December 16, 2016

A Day After Wedding Session in the Lowcountry with Ashley and Greg

Ashley and Greg visit her mom in the low country every summer, so they chose to get married on a sand bar outside of her cottage. As it happened, the first "hurricane" came through the area on the day they were to elope! The community aroun

December 15, 2016

A Downtown Savannah Georgia Engagement Sessions : Amanda and Evan

September 29, 2016

The Hartline Family

September 29, 2016

The Laansma's Visit to Savannah

September 7, 2016

Day 1 - 15 of my #100dayproject

**I've been super inspired recently by**[@alliepal](http://mnewsomphotography.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=073782f1b1af274e2570ceae4&id=a05cfba692&e=fe75b68680)** (who took 100 days to paint) and**[@fridamkahlo](http://mnewsomphotograp

August 20, 2016

A Farm Wedding in Mitchell, Indiana

August 2, 2016

Savannah Georgia Elopement at Forsyth Park and Local 11 Ten

So honored to share this dreamy coastal shoot sweet Nic of Ivory and Beau and I put on a couple of months ago. We had so many amazing vendors that helped us out with this one! Take a chance to check them out:

July 7, 2016

Central Park New York City Engagement Session

July 6, 2016

Tybee Island Engagement Session

July 5, 2016

Skidaway Oceanographic Institute Engagement Session

July 4, 2016

A Rainy Downtown Savannah Engagement

July 3, 2016

Kirk and Jason in Boston

"sitting next to you is like taking a sip of eternity, the sun, the stars, the sky, never tasted so good."

July 2, 2016

Downtown Savannah Destination Wedding

July 2, 2016

Kadi and Matt on Jekyll Island

July 2, 2016

New York City and Boston Mass on Film

Film isn't perfect and maybe that's what I love so much about it. Just got two out of three rolls back from my time in Boston and NYC and wanted to share them here. I think my favorite thing to see on these rolls was 1. the type of film I u

June 19, 2016

My First Two Rolls of Film

This month has been crazy. My little sister came down from Nashville to visit for a long weekend, we went to Columbus to visit Allie and Adam, came home for a few days and David went to the Lake House in Tennessee, I had two weddings back-to-back, and now I'm in Boston and New York. whew.

June 11, 2016

Don't Give Up

I have a thing for nostalgia.. boxes filled with old photographs (all labeled and placed in specific places depending on type), journals filled to the brim with stories and dreams of my past, video tapes from my old camcorder all packed and

April 11, 2016

Sebastian and Erin's Rainy Downtown Savannah Engagement

These two. Erin went to SCAD, moved to NYC and met Sebastian who moved there from the UK. They've been there together for two years and are about to embark on a whole new adventure together in Savannah! They are ready to slow down a bit and

April 8, 2016

Woven Studios in Savannah Georgia

I love how social media (this time Snap Chat) connects people. [Amanda](http://wovenstudios.com) was introduced to me by her best friend [Alicia](http://www.aliciawhitephoto.com) after I told Alicia we lived in Savannah. Amanda and her swee

April 7, 2016

#newsomadventures takes on the Florida Keys

We are always up for an adventure, especially when it involves places we haven't been or explored yet. I hope you enjoy some of these photos and a glimpse at the beauty of the Florida Keys! ps- Some of these photos are going to be available

March 19, 2016

Nick and Taylor's Tybee Island Engagement Session

not much i could say can add to the sweetness and beauty of these photos and these people. nick and taylor are already married legally, but they are planning a wedding with their friends and family in october in north alabama (where i'm fro

March 18, 2016

Hillary and Ryan's Lowcountry Savannah Engagement Session

These two call Nashville home while Ryan (who was on the Voice) goes to law school to become a lawyer for the entertainment industry. They knew one another in high school, separated for college (where Hillary went to SCAD and fell in love w

March 10, 2016

Our Little Otto Mountain Getaway

We needed the mountains. Airbnb gave us a reason to escape. This awesome cabin was only FIFTY bucks a night and was the perfect place for us to recharge and reconnect.

March 9, 2016

We bought a House!

It's official. I'm a grown up and we are officially settling down in Savannah.. which makes my heart happy. There's a LONG LONG story and journey behind this house, and I still have some bitterness and sadness associated with it.. but for t

January 23, 2016

Cale and Morgan's Downtown Savannah Engagement Session

It was such a foggy and dreary day in Savannah when these two showed up it was dreary without much sun.. but they were so sweet and so wonderful to be around. I had a blast getting to hear their stories and learn more about them!

January 23, 2016

Keli Brown of Ave Nocturna Photography

Keli Brown. This girl has been such a force and blessing of a friendship in my life for the past several months. She contacted me over e mail. We had coffee at Foxy Loxy , and the rest is history. She teaches me so much about life, relation

December 18, 2015

Meghan and Bennett's Romantic Statesboro Engagement

At the end of summer, Meghan contacted me about their engagement photos. She went to school in Statesboro, and her finance's family owned a lot of land in Statesboro and they wanted to have photos taken there to commemorate all of the memor

December 5, 2015

A Fun Statesboro Georgia Garden Wedding

If you've been along for a while, you'll notice Chelsea and Taylor from their[Engagement Session we took this summer](/blog)! I had a blast shooting their wedding in Statesboro, and loved getting to know these two during the whole process.

December 4, 2015

A Foggy Tybee Island Engagement Session

I had the pleasure of meeting and hanging out with these two fellow North Alabamians in early November. Their sessions was smashed in between two weddings, so I'm just now able to share them with you guys! Hope you love these.

December 3, 2015

The Arnold Family in Nashville, Tennessee

Several years ago my best friend (in the previous blog post) was able to take care of sweet Beth while she was working on the oncology floor at St. Thomas Hospital. Beth had stage 4 breast cancer, and was at her worst when Kami came into he

December 2, 2015

Nashville in November

I was lucky enough to have some space in my schedule to head up to Nashville for a week to be with my best friend and her daughter. I couldn't resist bringing out my new camera to catch some of the great fall light they had while I was arou

November 25, 2015

A Rustic and Romantic Nashville Tennessee Wedding

I feel like I could write a novel about Sarah and Pat's Wren's Nest wedding and how much I loved working with these two amazing souls. So many talented people were brought together to make their day perfect. First off, [The Wren's Nest](htt

November 24, 2015

A Perfect Forsyth Park Engagement Session

Everything always becomes more romantic in the fall afternoon light and around the old homes and moss-lined trees in Savannah, Georgia.

November 19, 2015

Tybee Island Engagement with Kristin and Peter

When Peter and Kristin booked me to shoot their wedding I didn't know them much at all, but was able to stalk Kristin through Instagram (where she found me!). I knew she was a beauty, and that he had flaming red hair.. but that's about it.

October 26, 2015

A Farmhouse Boho Wedding in North Alabama

What a special surprise and treat it was for me to be able to be with one of my best friends on her wedding day! We had initially thought my wedding photography work schedule would conflict with Chelsea's beautiful day, but things changed a

October 7, 2015

The Sweetest Savannah Engagement Session

Alex and Chase are in Savannah (Pooler to be exact) while Chase is in the military. Alex moved all the way here from California to be with him and their two pups. I so loved exploring the woods of pooler with them and learning more about th

September 21, 2015

A Kickstarter Project: A photography studio on wheels

Simply click on the image below of the backing you would like to provide, and you will be taken to the kickstarter website!!

September 16, 2015

A Family Session in North Alabama

I got to photograph amber and Jeffrey's wedding, I got to plan our 10 year reunion with Amber, was able to photograph Coleton when he was 3 months old, and now when he's 6 months old.

September 11, 2015

Skid away Island + Downtown Savannah Engagement Session with Chelsea & Taylor

It was SO HOT the saturday Chelsea and Taylor and I met up on Skidaway Island to shoot their engagement session. The humidity was so thick I could have cut it with a knife. But, you could never tell by how put together and sweet these two w

September 10, 2015

Kim and Chris' Romantic Napa Valley Wedding

My first time in California, my first time to see grape vines, my first time to meet my dear friend [Bettina Crawford Photography](http://bettinacrawfordphoto.com) , and my first time to witness such a romantic and beautiful wedding.

August 13, 2015

The Laasma Family

In this instance, these photos are really worth a thousand words.

August 12, 2015

Jessie and Miles at Nashville Farmers Market In Germantown

Nashville is hot. the south is hot. every session i've shot this summer (and by summer I mean since April), i've been dripping sweat, wearing my hair up because it gets so sweaty... but my clients always look amazing. Can you even tell thes

August 11, 2015

Sisters Of Nature Block Party with The Farmers Florist

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August 10, 2015

The Jackson Tribe

SO many words I could say about these people. Chelsea of [Hazel and Scout](http://www.hazelandscout.com) has taught me so much and has given me so much in the short amount of time I've known her. Her little tribe means so much to me, and Lo

July 28, 2015

Alice Takes On Her First Year

This family means everything to me. Andrea allowed me to capture her maternity photos, alice's new born photos, her 6 month photos and now her one year photos. I have never felt so appreciated, and supported than I do by these guys. I can't

July 12, 2015

Our First Week In Savannah

We have lived in Savannah, Georgia now for about two weeks. While we've been there we had amazing family and friends who came down and helped us move and get settled. Since things have been so crazy, I only pulled out my camera one day for

July 9, 2015

A Storm on Tybee Island, Georgia

June 29, 2015

Alice in ONEderland

Normally I don't post parties I shoot, but I had to make an exception for Alice's one-year-old WONDERLAND party! Alice's mamma did an amazing job making the party whimsical and beautiful, and it was so sweet to see their entire family celeb

June 29, 2015

Lakin's Senior Portraits

There's nothing as beautiful as family. Immediate and extended family make are lives complete. I had the opportunity to take my beautiful second cousin's senior photos up on Green Mountain a couple of weeks ago during our crazy heat wave. W

June 29, 2015

Little Indian Princesses

My husband and I are unable to have children because of my health, so we do everything we can to love and cherish our friend's children that are in our lives. These two little girls met a month ago because their mammas are two of my best fr

June 15, 2015

The D'Herde Family's Horse Adventure

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June 13, 2015

The Niemitz family welcomes little Harper

This family has been such a bright light in my life. I was honored to be able to be around them in the first few weeks of little Harper's life and to capture the beauty and love they all have for one another. Riley is the most magical big s

June 12, 2015

Desert Sunset Collection with Simon and Ruby

**SEVERAL WEEKS AGO** I was lucky enough to work with Simon and Ruby on visual identity for her new [Desert Sunset Collection!](http://www.simonandruby.com)The amazing thing about this entire shoot and process was being able to work with an

May 30, 2015

Colton's Three Month Old Photos an Ember Session

May 30, 2015

Huntsville Alabama Monte Sano Mothers Day Mini Sessions with Hazel and Scout

The Friday before Mother's Day, I had the opportunity to work with my sweet friend Chelsea from Hazel and Scout to give mothers in Huntsville Alabama an opportunity to experience some precious photos of them with their babes.

May 30, 2015

Lake House Retreat with My Nephews

May 29, 2015

Downtown Southern Style With Sincerely Quinley

May 29, 2015

Learning to Weave with Hazel and Scout On Monte Sano Mountain

Recently my friend Chelsea, her little girl Lorelai and a bunch of yarn made our way down to a dreamy waterfall and creek on Monte Sano here in Huntsville, Alabama. There she taught me how to weave wall hangings and I've been in love with d

May 29, 2015

Wild Hearts Can't be Broken

When I was little I would watch "Wild Hearts Can't Be Broken" over and over and over again with my little sister. She was in love with horses. She had posters of them on her walls, figurines of horses were scattered throughout her room, and

May 19, 2015

Ehlers-Danlos Resources

After my diagnosis with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, I was so overwhelmed by the life-long chronic issue of all of my diseases that I couldn’t start reading or researching or really doing anything for it until the following year. I was doing eve

May 18, 2015

CW Drawings Product Photos

I absolutely love working with other talented creatives, and I love how Insta Gram brings so many talented people together! I recently came across Corrie's amazing pencil drawings from a friend tagging me to one of her InstaGram photos:). N

May 15, 2015

Living With Chronic Pain: My Journey With Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

My name is Meghan Newsom and I own a little photography business in North Alabama named M.Newsom Photography. I am an artist, a believer, a wife, a doggy mamma, an adventurer, and a survivor. Over the course of my 28 year old life, I have h

May 14, 2015

5 Reasons Why Square Space Dominates Wordpress

I have been on the internet for the past three years, first as a blogger working through Google's Blogger platform, then as a professional photographer working on Wordpress's Premium platform. While I applaud Google and Wordpress for offeri

May 13, 2015

The Past 4 Days..

The past four days have been a blur of shooting some amazing babies, women, kids and products here in Huntsville.. and a bit of lounging around a pool:). Wanted to share a few quick images with you guys. Can't wait to show you the rest of t

May 11, 2015

Ember Sessions in Huntsville Alabama with Hazel and Scout

Chelsea Tubbs of Hazel and Scout and I have teamed up to bring something beautiful and inspiring to the women of North Alabama.. and hopefully eventually to most of the big cities in the U.S!

May 9, 2015

Ballet Senior Photos at The Greenery in Huntsville Alabama

I'm sharing part 2 of Lydia's senior photos with you today and they are quite possibly some of the most beautiful images I've ever been able to capture. Lydia's talent combined with her beautiful spirit, striking looks, a greenhouse full of

May 8, 2015

Lydias Senior Ballet Session at Hayes Nature Preserve

Last year I was lucky enough to get to photograph Lydia's older brother, Noah's senior photos on Monte Sano Mountain. THIS year Lydia is graduating, and I was honored to be able to take her photos!

May 7, 2015

The Hughes Family on Green Mountain in North Alabama

The green mountain a-frame and covered bridge are definitely favorites of my clients (if you haven't been able to tell yet!). I love the light it casts, love LOVE the dark a-frame beams, and love how all of these images have the same color

May 6, 2015

Huntsville Alabama Ember Session With Onyx Model Management

Chelsea and I needed to have some promo photos to use to help promote our Ember Sessions, and we were more than lucky to get to work with Patt from Onyx Model Magement! This was the first time I've ever gotten to work with a professional mo

May 6, 2015

The Red Headed Twins on Green Mountain Alabama

I am so lucky to be able to watch families grow up. I took photos of these fiery red-headed twins this time last year, and was lucky enough to get to hang out with them again this year and catch these two crazies during this year of their l

April 13, 2015

Living Wild And Free With The Olivers On Whidby Island

This family will forever hold a special place in my heart. Grafton was in Katie's belly when we said our vows, we lived beside them in Colorado and they've supported my photography journey by always letting me put them in front of my camera

March 15, 2015

Ember Sessions: Allie

One of the most beautiful humans I've ever known. Allie's images always blow me away.

March 15, 2015

Ember Sessions: Chelsea West

This curly haired beauty was one of my very first ember sessions. We took her photos at our family's lake house, so we were able to get some great shots indoors as well as outdoors with the greenery and water.

March 14, 2015

Ember Session: Brittany Jones

Sometimes, being seen is terrifying; having others look at me, really look at me as I am. Being visible, open and vulnerable are not comfortable ways of interacting with the world. Especially for me as a woman. That’s why exploring what it

February 18, 2015

Chelsea and Chris on Cannon Beach, Oregon

I don't really have enough words to talk about this Cannon Beach, Oregon anniversary Session. ITS JANUARY! in Oregon, which usually means the sky is overcast and it's misty.. but not this day. We had the PERFECT sunshine and sunset for phot

February 12, 2015

Ehlers Danlos Syndrome

Two years ago I was finally diagnosed with a genetic disease that has been effecting me my entire life: Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. From my first knee surgery in 7th grade, to my hysterectmony this past August, EDS has taken a toll on my body a

January 29, 2015

Portland: Day 2

Shooting people tomorrow, Friday we are heading to the beach, Saturday shooting some sessions AND heading to the waterfalls, Sunday some hiking, Monday another fun shoot, and Tuesday and Wednesday possibly Washington to see some close frien

January 29, 2015

Portland: Day One

Oh, guess what? I'm in Portland! My sweet friend Chelsea is letting me use her laptop while I am here to keep up with editing sessions as I am in the area. I'm using a new software and some new presets, so it's going to be a lot of fun play

January 25, 2015

A Perfect Kind of Family

You know, families rarely look like you think they will.. and the most amazing thing about that, is they always turn out much more amazing than you could have ever imagined. This is our family we have chosen.. a best friend who has become a

January 21, 2015

Intimate Portrait Marathon in Portland Oregon

Hey guys! In less than a week I will be heading up to the PNW to visit some friends! While I am there I will be hosting a portrait marathon on Saturday January 31st and I'd love for you to join!

January 8, 2015

The Dynamic Duo of The Wonder Jam in Columbus Ohio

Over the past year Allie has become my dearest and best friend. We have found ourselves saying "me too" more times than we can count, and being around her feels like her and I have been together since we were lift. Such comfort in friendshi

January 7, 2015

The Lehman's House | Columbus, Ohio

Between Thanksgiving and Christmas my dear friends moved to a new townhouse in Columbus, and I was lucky enough to help them decorate their new space. I introduced them to places like TJ Maxx Home Goods and we visited a nursery down the roa

December 23, 2014

Christmas in Alabama with the Oliver Family

This family. I have been honored to share in Andrea and Michael's first year as parents as I've photographed their maternity session and Alice's sweet face when she was a few weeks old. Now, here they are and little Alice is already 6 month

December 18, 2014

Our Thanksgiving Lake House Retreat

I think I've mentioned on this space how much we love retreating to the Lake House in Tennessee. Winter time at the lake isn't as fun as the summer, but that never stops us from going up there, hunkering down and going on daily walks to the

December 17, 2014

Sisters of Nature Boutique | Nashville, Tn.

ast week I was in Nashville helping Kimberly set up the final touches to her new Brick and Mortar shop in East Nashville. Her minty mobile boutique has grown so much in the last year that she decided to open up shop behind Barista Parlor to

December 16, 2014

Destined For Adventure | Summit Fanning

There are few things I love more then my friends children.. except maybe photographing those children too!! Rachel and Byron welcomed their first little man into their lives a little over two months ago and he is PRECIOUS.

December 15, 2014

The Mitchell Family at Ellington Agricultural Center in Nashville, Tennessee

I cannot believe I haven't had my precious nephew in front of my camera since his brother was in his mamma's belly! While we were in Nashville, Tennessee visiting David's family over Thanksgiving I got these cuties (and I'm talking about al

December 10, 2014

Amy and Jake's A-Frame Engagement Huntsville, Alabama

Amy and Jake know my husband from mountain bike riding with him up on Monte Sano Mountain. After they got engaged they remembered David talking about "his wife who took pictures.".. SO, they contacted me and we all hit it off immediately! I

December 9, 2014

Hill House Window Treatments Decatur, Alabama

I am so excited that I am finally able to share some photos I took for my mom a few months ago! We have been working on getting her an online presence, and we are starting with her website! It is now up and running at [www.hillhouseworkroom

December 8, 2014

Designing on a Budget | Kami's Germantown apartment

Since I was a kid, my family has moved at least 20 times.. that's twenty different rooms I've gotten to decorate in my childhood.. 20 different houses I have watched my parents design and decorate. So, naturally I love decorating. One of my

December 5, 2014

The Niemitz Family on Green Mountain

As a creative person, my mind is always thinking of ideas for shoots, for home decoration, for paintings.. and this is one of those ideas that has been floating around in my head for years. Give me the sweetest family + a cozy fireplace + a

December 4, 2014

Amy and Justin's Avondale Brewery Wedding, Birmingham Alabama

When Amy first called me to ask me about shooting her wedding I was ecstatic. I love opportunities to walk beside old (high school!) friends on their wedding day. And since I had heard about how awesome Justin was and how great they were to

November 10, 2014

Riley Turns One | Huntsville, Alabama children's photographer

I have been lucky enough to watch little Riley grow during his first year of life. From his [mamma's belly,](http://www.mnewsomphotography.com/blog/expecting-riley-huntsville-al-maternity-photographer?rq=megan) to his [6 month photos](http:

October 31, 2014

The Casiano Family Does Fall Right

A slow Saturday morning's breakfast and a walk in the woods makes for the perfect way to ease into fall. Fall leaves had started to change on the land trust in Huntsville, alabama so we made sure our super hero was able to take flight in th

October 25, 2014

First Signs of Fall

This past week the weather started cooling off and a few leaves started falling. We found ourselves with some time and energy on our hands so we drove up to Green Mountain to check out the Madison County Nature trail.. complete with a beaut

October 2, 2014

Welcome Waverly!

A little over a month ago I had hysterectomy surgery due to lots and lots of complications going on with my body. I am ever so slowly (and trying to patiently) recover from it all.. emotionally and physically. During the recovery process my

October 1, 2014

Amy & Justin's Birmingham Engagement

If there ever were two people that belong together, it is Justin and Amy. Both are adventurous, funny, sarcastic, playful, quirky and passionate about what they do in life. Amy is a good friend from high school who has always been someone I

September 30, 2014

Luke and Liz's Rustic Wedding in Mitchell, Indiana | Ceremony

In July I was honored to be able to stand alongside one of my favorite people and capture her wedding day with my camera. I shared the first part of their wedding day with you last week ( [HERE](http://www.mnewsomphotography.com/blog/) ) ,

September 25, 2014

Liz and Luke's Intimate Rustic Wedding in Mitchell, In | PORTRAITS

So much to say about this day. Fourth of July weekend in Indiana was magical, mainly because Liz an Luke said their vows over a beautiful view on her grandfather's farm.. with their closest friends and family nearby. And I was lucky enough

September 24, 2014

Introducing Intimate Portraits

There is something that has been on my heart and mind for almost a year. I wasn't sure how to approach this.. but my heart has continued to nudge me closer and closer to what I want to bring to the world as a photographer. Beauty, yes.. but

September 20, 2014

Cava, Billy and Ulee in Charleston, SC

Last month we took a trip to Asheville and then headed over to Charleston for the remainder of our vacation. We booked a place through AirBnB with Cava and Billy Compton and were so blessed by them and their precious family.

September 19, 2014

Ross Senior 2014

I was so honored to be able to hang out with this awesome guy to take his senior photos. Ross is a local senior who is not only super smart, but he re-built the "trail to the cross" up on Monte Sano Mountain for his final Eagle Scout projec

September 19, 2014

How To Make A Wedding Survival Kit

Lets face it, even though you plan for months for your wedding day with every detail perfect, there is always something that will go wrong during a wedding. I've seen this first hand so many times! The seams may come out of the groom's tux,

September 10, 2014

Blair and Jessica turn 30 (Part 2)

These girls. I love how their unique personalities are captured in this session.. AND that we found wild blackberries while we were roaming around Shelby Bottoms Greenway in Nashville, Tn!

September 9, 2014

Asheville 2014

A few weeks ago we were able to visit Asheville and Charleston! Asheville has been one of our favorite get-away spots for the past several years, and we are beyond thrilled that we are relocating there at the beginning of the new year!

September 3, 2014

Blair and Jessica Turn 30

One of my favorite people to have in front of my camera is my beautiful friend Blair. So when she said her mom was looking to have photos of her and her twin sister Jess taken for their 30th birthday I was over-the-moon excited.

September 1, 2014

Expecting Baby Fanning

I love these people, and know I will love their little one just as much. Can't wait to meet him Rachel and Byron!

August 21, 2014

Welcome To The New Face of m.newsom Photography

August 13, 2014

Blue ridge mountains-Iphone photos

Some photos taken with my I phone camera while we are away on vacation in the blue ridge mountains. I am so excited to be able to say that I am going to call this place home in a few short months!!

July 25, 2014

Sisters of Nature Boutique

I cannot believe that I am lucky enough to call Kimberly of Sisters of Nature Boutique in Nashville, Tennessee one of my dearest friends. When she told me we needed to do shots of her boutique I basically jumped up and down because I was ju

July 17, 2014

7 Tips When Dressing For Your Photography Session

One of the questions I get asked most frequently by my clients is, "what should we wear to our session with you?". I honestly LOVE advising you guys on how to dress for your session. I love it when you bring half of your wardrobe with you t

July 16, 2014

Welcome Alice!

How could you forget Andrea and Michael's GORGEOUS newborn photos? Well, meet little Alice! The sweet little babe that was hiding out in Andrea's belly during those photos. We planned our session perfectly around her nap time, but she was j

July 15, 2014

Welcome Clayton!

Two of our best friends got together three years ago and got married. And then ten months ago we found out they had made a little human! It was pretty awesome when they decided to tie the knot, but when they got preggers it was super exciti

July 12, 2014

Sarah and Billy's Sweet Southern Wedding at windchester Manor Alabama

Neither words or pictures are able to do Sarah and Billy's beautiful and special day justice. They were the last wedding to take place at Windchester Manor Alabama before the beautiful venue changed ownership.. and I'd say they did it RIGHT

July 10, 2014

This Sacred Space

Over the past couple of weeks I have been able to hang out with and take photos of some of my sweet and dear friends. Last last night/ early this morning I was sitting in front of my computer, with my pup at my side, shedding tears as I was

July 9, 2014

Welcome To The Family Lilah Ray!

My life long best friend officially adopted her precious girl, Lilah Ray this past week!! I am beyond excited for her and her husband , Brian.. and am just amazed at how quickly God answered prayers in their lives for this precious girl. Ju

June 30, 2014

Lori + Barney's Ten Year Anniversary at Shelby Bottoms Greenway

Part two of Lori and Barney's sweet ten year anniversary photos were taken at the Shelby Bottoms Greenway in East Nashville! We weren't the only ones around for these photos.. lots of bucks (about 10!) decided to join us during the session.

June 29, 2014

Flower Girls and Flower Crowns

A couple of weekends ago I was lucky enough to shoot a beautiful wedding alongside Lauren Tomesella Photography. I admire her work so much, and always learn so much from her when I shoot with her! This particular wedding had the most beauti

June 27, 2014

Lori + Barney's Urban East Nashville Ten Year Anniversary Session

Lori is another sweet friend I have had the pleasure of getting to know through online connections. She has such a precious and kind spirit about her, and when you put her and Barney together they are just too sweet! I got to meet Lori face

June 26, 2014

A Spring Wedding at Burritt on The Mountain

Ciarra and Corey are just perfect for one another. They met at UAH and are both engineers, and just so precious. I loved getting to spend the day with them (not only that, but getting to know Ciarra through the planning process) and getting

June 25, 2014

Asheville North Carolina Product and Editorial Photographer

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June 25, 2014

Meghan v. Allison Shoot Off

I have "known" Allison for a while through the blogosphere. Her and I are both gluten intolerant/ Celiac so we have had that in common and have shared our stories on each other's blogs. We are also pretty weird and quirky, which makes us a

June 24, 2014

Recent Work + A Peek Inside My Workflow

These past couple of months have been insanely busy with work.. and I am beyond grateful for that! But it has left me with little time or energy to keep you guys updated on this space with what's been going on! When I started into this indu

June 14, 2014

Petra in the Summer Rain

I have been taking photos of this little beauty since she was about 6 months old. I have learned how to photograph with her as my little model. First she was all screams, then she turned into a little one who wouldn't smile or leave her mam

June 13, 2014

Lush Mommy and Me Session | Huntsville Alabama

I so love how these images turned out! Monte Sano Mountain couldn't have been a more perfect location for this sweet mamma and her babe. Jasmine's husband is in Iraq, and they have never had pictures taken of their little one since he's bee

June 13, 2014

Sarah + Billy Sneak Peek | Huntsville, Alabama

I just finished editing all of Sarah and Billy's photos from their precious and perfect wedding day, and HAD to share a little peek with you guys of their sweetness! Here's a few frames to hold you over until I can blog the entire wedding!!

June 10, 2014

Adrienne + Brandon | Nashville, Tn.

Adrienne and Brandon got married and a perfectly sunny day in late April. It might have been the hottest day we've had in the south so far this season! They got married at the beautiful venue of Five Sense Farms in Murfreesboro, Tn. and wer

June 2, 2014

Expecting Alice (Part 2) | Guntersville Alabama

Sweet Alice is due any day now, so I thought I should get the rest of her photos up in her mommy's tummy before she makes her appearance! I'm incredibly in love with these photos.. from the first part of the session and these as well. Andre

May 24, 2014

Expecting Alice Part One | Guntersville Alabama

What can I say to do these photos justice? Words are failing me as I sit down to write this post. Several months ago Andrea contacted me looking for a maternity + newborn photographer. She said she had been looking over north Alabama for so

May 21, 2014

A Summer Picnic with Shattered Magazine

I am so excited to finally get to share these images with you guys! The creative team at [Shattered Magazine](http://shatteredmagazine.net) did an amazing job bringing this whole thing together! These ladies pictured are quarterly food and

May 20, 2014

Riley Is 6 Months Old! Huntsville Alabama lifestyle photography

I don't know if you remember Megan and Kevin's swoon-worthy maternity photos. ( You can find them here:: http://mnewsomphotography.com/expecting-riley-huntsville-al-maternity-photographer/)) It seems like just yesterday we were wiping the s

May 15, 2014

The Brown Family

I loved getting to spend time with this precious family a few weeks ago at Hayes Nature Preserve in Huntsville Alabama. When I was first contacted by Taryn I new immediately that I would love her because she shares the same name as my siste

May 2, 2014

The Goins Family Triplets

What is cuter than one two year old little girl? THREE two year old little girls that are sisters! These little ones are SO unique. I loved watching them interact together, by themselves and with their parents. You can see in all of the pho

April 22, 2014

Get Outside And Do Something

" Get outside and do something you will remember"

April 16, 2014

Family Traditions

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April 15, 2014

A Downtown Huntsville Bridal Session

Have you ever been surprised by something? I'm sure you have, and for me one of the biggest surprises I've had lately was how amazing these photos turned out. I was pretty nervous when this pretty red haired girl wanted to take her photos d

April 10, 2014

The Casiano Family

This sweet family, the green chair, the spring air and the growing grass.. everything was just perfect for this session. We played in a field in Research Park in Madison with quilts and of course the green chair. Little Will was having a ha

April 7, 2014

Austin Texas 2014

Two weeks ago I had a big adventure!! I drove up to Nashville, then headed to Texas for the Hope Spoken conference in Dallas. My sweet and fun friend Bailey (who I'd never met before, only through the internet and letters!!) lives in Austin

March 20, 2014

The Giggles || Huntsville Al Family Photography

I am so lucky that people welcome me into their homes, let me get to know their families and let me tickle and love on their kiddos while we are taking photos. It was no exception with this sweet family. Transplants from the New York, they

March 19, 2014

The Moody Kiddos | Huntsville Alabama Children Photographer

Words fail me when I try to think about what to say about these photos. They are simply precious. The love between siblings, the sweetness of a little girl with a big bow in her hair, and the beauty of a 150 year old baptismal gown handed d

March 12, 2014

Winter Woodland Bridal Shoot

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February 26, 2014

Winter Woodland Wedding Sneak Peak

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February 19, 2014

Sarah + Billy's Snowy Engagement Session

I just can't get enough of these two. They are beyond precious together. We had a big snow last week here in Alabama, so naturally we had to take some pictures in the beauty it brought here! Not only were these guys troopers in the snow, bu

February 18, 2014

Anna + Brian's Adoption Announcement // part two

I had to separate these posts into two different postings because of how different each of our locations were, and what they envoke in me when I see the photos from the field and these more "styled" photos we did for Anna and Brian's announ

February 17, 2014

Anna + Brian's Adoption Announcement Photos // part one

From Anna:: "First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes a baby carriage.." You know the song. You've heard it since you were young. But what if that baby carriage doesn't come? What if years go by and still no baby? MY plan consisted

February 11, 2014

Updated Packaging

One of my favorite things to do with my business is put together the packages to send you guys with all of your fun items from your session. Your package will always have your custom album from Artifact Uprising, and lots of goodies to help

January 14, 2014

Emily + Chris || A Southern Plantation Wedding

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January 6, 2014

A New Year// A New Office

Just a little glimpse into m.newsom photography's new office space! I'm so in love with it I just can't stay away from it. A peak into where I do all my editing and back end work from your sessions and weddings:) http://static.squarespace.c

December 29, 2013

Best of 2013

It seems like just yesterday we were ringing in the new year with friends in Nashville.. unsure of what 2013 would hold. We had no idea what kind of a wild ride we were in for. At the start of 2013 I was nannying and working on this busines

December 20, 2013

Lipscomb's Elam Dorm RA's Do Donut Den

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December 19, 2013

Noah's Senior Portraits | Huntsville Alabama Senior Photographer

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December 3, 2013

Custom Pet Portraits

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December 2, 2013

A Thanksgiving at the Gulf

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November 29, 2013

Black Friday Special!

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November 26, 2013

Judith + Brantley's Fall Vintage Inspired Backyard Wedding

Judith and Brantley are perfect for one another, and I was beyond honored to be able to share their wedding day with them. Judith has the sweetest spirit, the dearest friends and one of the most beautiful hearts I've ever known. Their weddi

November 12, 2013

Give Them The Gift That Keeps Giving

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November 11, 2013

Wild And Precious Life // Nashville Tn Family Photographer

Remember that time David and Blair and Magnolia rocked their maternity session?? [Here](/blog/she-him-maternity-photos)and [Here.](/blog/expecting-henry-part-1-nashville-tn-lifestyle-photographer). and that time you got to see pictures of H

November 9, 2013

Amber+ Jeffrey's Enchanting Lake Martin Wedding

I really can't begin to describe what an honor it was to be able to capture Amber and Jeffrey's wedding day. I went to middle school and high school with Amber, and when she told me she wanted me to photograph her wedding I was beyond honor

November 8, 2013

hey hey henry! (( Alabama Newborn Photographer))

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November 6, 2013

Amber + Jeffrey Sneak Peak

I haven't had time to put up an adequate post of these guys' beautiful wedding day.. but I wanted to give you all a sneak peak to hold you over until I had time to sit down and size all of the images!! Here are a few of their bridal shots f

October 17, 2013

Expecting Riley/ Huntsville Al Maternity Photographer

When Megan contacted me earlier this summer to take their maternity photos I was beyond excited. Megan and I have been friends since Middle School, and she has always been such a bright light in my life. To have the opportunity to spend sev

October 16, 2013

The Jantz Family // Chattanooga, Tn. family photography

A few years ago God brought some amazing people into our lives through a small group community at our church in Nashville. Two of those people were John and Caroline. They were in Nashville so John could go to Pharmacy school at Lipscomb. W

October 15, 2013

The Baby and Kids Expo (BAKE)

The BAKE expo was a huge success. I think overall we had about 700 people (not including children) attend, and had tons of awesome vendors! I'm pretty sure my favorite part of the event was learning about the infant swimming resource (where

October 14, 2013

Anthropologie Fashion Show

A couple of months ago my friend Meghan organized a fashion show at our local Anthropologie. I was honored that she asked me to shoot it! It was my first time to shoot a fashion show (not many of those going on around these parts), and I ha

October 10, 2013

The Walters Family // Cliffs Cove Huntsville

This session is a little more "posed" than my normal sessions, but for a good reason! The Walters are going to be the first family to grace the cover of the Cliff's Cove Magazine here in Huntsville, Al. They rocked their session up on Rainb

October 9, 2013

The Mays Family

I seriously can't get enough of this little girl. Even on cranky days, she is so stinking cute. I can't wait to see how sweet she is to her new baby sister (a little Christmas present for everyone). So blessed by Whitney and Michael, and am

October 7, 2013

A Fall Chattanooga Getaway

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September 24, 2013

Judith + Brantley || Huntsville Al engagement photographer

These two. They are precious. When I first met Judith several years ago during a community theatre production of High School Musical I knew she had something special in her. And I knew it would take someone so special to make her complete.

September 23, 2013

Victoria + Ryatt || Huntsville Al Maternity Photographer

Words really can't express how much I love these two. My sister-in-law and my sweet nephew Ryatt. Victoria found out she was having another sweet baby boy while we were at the beach together last week, and we juts had to document the amazin

September 9, 2013

She + Him Maternity Photos | Nashville Tn Maternity Photographer

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September 8, 2013

Expecting Henry Part 1 | Nashville Tn lifestyle Photographer

When my sweet friend Lori told me that she had seen that Blair was in in Nashville and was looking for someone to take maternity photos of them I jumped on the opportunity. Not only was I excited to connect with another blogger who lived in

September 7, 2013

Petra Turns Two! | Huntsville Al Children Photographer

For the first time in two years I was actually able to catch this little booger smiling on the camera! She usually just stares at me until we are done, and then runs around smiling and laughing AFTER we take othe photos. I love that she's l

September 6, 2013

Welcoming Amelie | Newborn Photography Huntsville alabama

Do you remember [Stefanie and Pierre's maternity photos](/blog/stefanie-and-pierre-expecting-nashville-tn) I posted several months ago? Well, this is the little girl that came from those photos! Meet Amelie, a precious little bundle of cudd

September 4, 2013

Kim Parker:: Sisters of Nature

Kim is one of my all time favorite people. If I was on a desert island and I had to pick 4 people to come with me, she'd be one of them. She makes me laugh and is one of the only people in the world I can relate to on a deep deep level. We'

August 31, 2013

Chris & Chelsea's Sun River Weekend Wedding

It's not every day that two of the coolest people you know get married. And it's not every day that those cool people throw a weekend party for their closest friends and family.. in Oregon. Chris and Chelsea and some of the most creative an

August 30, 2013

Travel | Portland, OR. & Oak Harbor, WA

Earlier this summer I was blessed to be able to spend two weeks out in the Pacific North West with friends. My sweet friend got married and I was able to be with her before, during, and after the wedding festivities! After the wedding I tra

August 28, 2013

Say Yes To The Dress || Huntsville Alabama Wedding Photographers

Pampering is no longer just for your wedding day. White Dresses Boutique of Huntsville, AL. has revolutionized the buying experience for southern brides. A bride can have a Pure White appointment, where they are dolled up with makeup and an

August 27, 2013

Sarah Senior c/o 2014 {part 2}

Remember that pretty little girl in pink you saw the other day? Well, today I'm showing you Sarah's true colors. She's a hiker, a climber and a mountain biker. She was awesome to work with and was totally down with any crazy idea I had. I l

August 24, 2013

Sarah Senior c/o 2014 {part 1}

This girl. Goodness, she's inspiring to me! As a senior in high school, she's already certain of who she is and who she wants to be. She's a huge outdoors enthusiast (some awesome photos of her climbing and riding her mountain bike coming u

August 21, 2013

Bonnie

I have heard it argued that the internet is messing things up. And I agree with what some people say.. to an extent. But the internet can also give life, and inspiration and community and friendships. Bonnie is proof of that. She authors th

August 20, 2013

Freedom Farm

I really don't have words to express how awesome this family is. They all radiate with joy, even in the difficult times. They have been on freedom farm for almost a year, and are finding their routine and their purpose in the land. It is su

August 13, 2013

Trevor's Senior Portraits c/o 2014

For some odd reason, boys never love having their photos taken. Senior portraits are a HUGE deal for girls, but most of the time my clients who are dudes take portraits to make their moms happy. Trevor was one of these guys, but despite tha

August 8, 2013

Back To School SALE!!!!

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August 6, 2013

Matt + Katie

Today's the last installment of the Oliver's family photos. After the kids went down for bed, we sneaked outside and took some photos of Matt and Katie alone. They haven't had any photos of just them in a very long time (especially ones tha

August 2, 2013

The Oliver Family {part 2}

Today I am sharing part two of the Oliver's session with you guys. Believe me, your going to be thankful that I divided these up into three segments! There are so many beautiful images from their session (I mean, how can they NOT be beautif

August 1, 2013

The Oliver Family { Part 1}

As I sit down to write and compose this post, words seem to leave me. I have an overwhelming sense of love and devotion to this little family of four. Katie (the mamma) has been one of my dearest friends since our freshman year in college.

July 31, 2013

A Rustic Session with Mollie

It's my opinion that beauty can be found in anything. A rusted doorframe, an old abandoned building.. and an old gas station in the middle of no where. This station has me mesmerized and I couldn't wait to bring someone out here and take pi

July 20, 2013

Mollie's Dreamy Senior Session

I cannot believe that this beautiful girl is already a senior in High School. I remember watching her as a little tot winning hearts over at church functions. She has grown up into such a poised, graceful and inspiring young lady and I was

June 27, 2013

Debbie+ Carl

I was so honored to be able to be apart of Debbie and Carl's wedding. These two were as giddy as school kids meeting their crush on the playground. I loved it! It was such a special day for them. They were able to bring their families toget

June 13, 2013

The Inspiring Johnson Family

These guys. All 5 of them are just wonderful. Sweet [Mary Beth](http://www.annapolisandcompany.com)and I connected several weeks ago via blog world. She writes a beautiful blog, [Annapolis and Company,](http://www.annapolisandcompany.com) a

June 11, 2013

The Adkins Family

I can't tell you how much I loved spending the afternoon with the Adkins. I nannied for these kiddos earlier this year, so it was such a blessing to be surrounded by their fun and adventurous spirits again! I hand't really been able to spen

June 5, 2013

m.newsom photography is coming to you!

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June 3, 2013

Matt + Christiana

After spending the majority of my life in Northern Alabama, I had never been to Wheeler Wildlife Refuge in Rodgersville near the Wheeler Dam. Matt and Christiana tied the knot (officially) in front of their friends and family on a humid May

May 25, 2013

m.newsom photography featured in Artful Blogging!

I wanted to pop in today before I head off to shoot a wedding to share some exciting news with you all! M.newsom photography was featured in the latest issue of Artful Blogging! The magazine is in newsstands nationwide, and you can pick up

May 24, 2013

Ashley's Dreamy Senior Session | Huntsville, Alabama

Several weeks ago I ran an add on facebook giving away a free senior session to one lucky winner. Ashley's friend Mallory won the session, but she had already had her photos made so she passed it along to Ashley. After reading Ashley's ques

May 21, 2013

Anna + William | Huntsville, Alabama Wedding Photographer

Anna and William story is so sweet. They grew up going to the same church, were in the same nursery class.. but didn't meet until Anna came home from college one summer. They both went to Auburn, but were brought together by the church they

May 21, 2013

Stefanie and Pierre Expecting | Nashville, Tn.

My eyes are getting a bit wattery as I sit down and write out this post. Stefanie and Pierre are some of the dearest friends my husband and I have. We met them at a marriage thing at Midtown 12th south when we first moved back to Nashville

May 20, 2013

Spring Mini Sessions::Sweet Little Anne Kaiser

When I was told that we would be photographing a 7 day old baby for our mini sessions I jumped up and down for joy! I haven't had the opportunity to photograph a newborn yet, and was honestly a bit nervous about the experience. She was wond

May 17, 2013

Spring Mini Sessions:: Little Charlee

When Tiffany contacted me to book a mini session with [Marc](http://www.veraandharper.com) and I was was too excited! She and I were the best of friends when we were little, and I couldn't wait to get my hands on her little Charlee. I loved

May 16, 2013

Spring Mini Sessions:: Engaged!

When we booked Vince and Bryn's session, Marc and I were giddy like little girls! Vince secretly told us that he would be proposing to Bryn during the session, and wanted us to be there to share the moment with them, capturing the occasion.

May 16, 2013

Spring Mini Sessions with Vera and Harper

This little cutie had a hard time adjusting to the camera in the beginning of our little session, but as soon as we found the library filled with toys she lit up. She was so much fun to hang out with, and her laughter is almost contagious.

May 16, 2013

The Rodgers Family on The Farm

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May 15, 2013

Lacy Wedding at Monte Sano Lodge

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May 15, 2013

Meghan | Huntsville, Alabama

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May 15, 2013

Spring Mini Sessions:: Sweet Evie

Before you scroll down through these images, let me warn you- they are amazingly precious and cute. You may reach your cuteness overload for the day! Sweet Evie came over with her mamma to our mini sessions out in Franklin a couple of weeke

May 15, 2013

The McCaghren Family| Decatur, Alabama

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May 14, 2013

Spring Mini Sessions::Lacy and Gray

You guys, I am over the moon thrilled with how awesome our mini sessions turned out. The night before Marc (from [Vera and Harper](http://www.veraandharper.com)) had a little freak out because of the weather forecast for our Saturday Sessio

May 2, 2013

Averi at 6 Months | Decatur Alabama

Growing up, it has been one of my greatest pleasures to watch my friends have and raise children. I grew up across the street from Averi's mommy, and we went to elementary and high school together. Her and her husband, Ben are high school s

April 29, 2013

Beautiful Chelsea | Huntsville Alabama

[I really love how these turned out. My dear friend Chelsea let me take some shots of her while we are at the lake this past weekend. It was a cool evening for August in the south. I am in love with how her sweet spirit comes out in these p

April 29, 2013

Elam Christmas Photos|Nashville, Tn.

We had so much fun hanging out with the Elam Resident Assistants for this Christmas Photo Shoot. We teamed up with [Vera and Harper](http://veraandharper.com)who did a fabulous job styling these sessions for us. The girls were great, and ha

April 29, 2013

Huntsville Bridal Collaboration | Huntsville Alabama

Recently, I had the pleasure to work with several bridal vendors in Huntsville Alabama in a collaborative effort to bring more attention to each of our respective creative and industry venues. The shoot took place on a rainy winter Tuesday

April 29, 2013

Katie | Huntsville Alabama

I am so grateful for the opportunity I had to shoot this beautiful snow-filled session with sweet Katie while I was visiting some friends up in Michigan in January. We had a great time finding awesome locations around our friend's little fa

April 29, 2013

Little Gwendolyn is 6 months old! | Huntsville, Alabama

I loved being able to take pictures of sweet little Gwendolyn while I visited my dear friends in Michigan this past January. She is one of the calmest, sweetest little girls I've ever been around. The perfect combination of her mom and dad.

April 29, 2013

The Averitt Family| Decatur, Alabama

The Averitt family wanted to remember their sweet and silly Macklin on his two year old birthday. He is the true essence of a little boy.. scratched up nose, loves to play in the mud and rain.. and already adores his little sister who is so

April 26, 2013

Averi Landers Easter|Decatur, Alabama

There's not much to say about this session except that Little Averi is insanely precious. She's such a little trooper letting us dress her up as a bunny rabbit.. and even volunteered to munch on her carrots. What 8 month old to you know who

April 26, 2013

Calling All Seniors!

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April 26, 2013

Sarah Nutt Bridal Portraits|Chattanooga, Tn.

Every inch of me loves each one of these beautiful photographs of Sarah. She is one of the sweetest, kindest and most genuine spirits I know and I think these images capture the essence of her. Matthew and Sarah got married two years ago, b

April 26, 2013

Taryn's Black and White Portraits|Nashville, Tn.

There's something charming, and beautiful about black and white imagery. It is timeless and won't lose style as it ages. Taryn (my little sister) wanted to have some updated shots of her in black and white, with lots of grain and character.

Journal

Savannah Georgia Family Session in Forsyth Park

A Family Session in Forsyth Park

A Family Session In Forsyth Park

A Forsyth Park Engagement Session

A Forsyth Park Savannah, Georgia Proposal

An Anniversary Photoshoot On River Street in Savannah Georgia

Telephoto Shoot With the Talbot Family In Michigan

Welcome Noah!

Bri And David in Washington

the taylor family

The Stroud Family in Huntsville, Al.

Alexa, Desmond and Susannah in Michigan Telephoto Distance Photoshoot

The Pendleys In Decatur Alabama

The Park Family In Decatur, Alabama

Taryn and Jackson In Nashville

The Niemitz Family Grows In Huntsville Alabama

Sarah and Kadence in Decatur Alabama

Davie's Garden Telephoto Virtual Session in Oregon

Alexa and Desmond Remote Photography Session in Michigan

Flintknapping in Huntsville Alabama

The Clark Family at Mobile Bay

Elena Embraces Autism in this Virtual Distance Photoshoot

Margaux in Pennsylvania Distant Photography Session

Taryns Virtual Portrait Session

Terah and her Littles : A Remote Photography Session

The Mays-Sutor Kiddos Distance Photography Session in Portland, Maine

Yeah Field Trip 2018

Brandon and Lindsey McCaghren in Decatur, Alabama

Acro Yoga in Decatur Alabama

Orchard Life with The Perry Family

Let me introduce you to my cousin, Jason

Mollie And Beamer in The Downtown Arts District Los Angeles

Emma and Daniel at Forsyth Park Inn

Isaac and Shay's Pre-Wedding Hang at Forsyth Park

Lauren and Pedro at Wormsloe Plantation in Savannah, Georgia

Meggie and Chris at the Whitman in Savannah, Georgia

Miles O'Sullivan in Beaufort, North Carolina

Shay and Isaac on the Georgia Queen

Jess and Nick Visit Savannah

Lauren and Tim Visit Savannah!

Merideth and Nicholas *With A Little Behind The Scenes!*

Creepin in on my friends with my camera

Up In The Woods

Jeff and Kerrie's Forsyth Park Engagement

A Bonaventure Elopement With Elope To Savannah

Bill and Ashley's Tybee Elopement with Elope To Savannah

Taryn and Jackson are ENGAGED! Huntsville Alabama Engagement Session

Savannah Georgia Maternity Photographer | Ellie, Anthony and Benno

For The Interim Time

Savannah Anniversary Photographer | Leda and Chris Visit Savannah

Savannah Family Photographer | The Harris Family Visits Savannah

Savannah Portrait Photographer | Jamses' Pub portraits

Savannah Anniversary Photographer | Art and Angela in Downtown Savannah

Savannah Anniversary Photographer | Erica and Daniel's Pre-Honeymoon

Savannah Portrait Photographer | Crystal's 35th Birthday in Downtown Savannah

Savannah Traveling Family Photographer | Happy Birthday Tripp!

Savannah Elopement Photography : Ali and Jared's Midway Church Wedding

Savannah Elopement Photography : Lauren and Mike's Savannah Station Wedding

Savannah Elopement Photography : Savannah and Nick

Savannah Same-Sex Elopement Photographer : Nick and Liam's Forsyth Park Engagement Session

Savannah Engagement Photography : Ali and Jake's St. Patrick's Day Engagement

Savannah Elopement Photography : Amanda and Matt's Wormsloe Plantation Savannah Elopement

Amanda and Evan's At Home + Wormsloe Maternity Session

Savannah Intimate Wedding Photography : Iggy and Yesenia's Georgia State Railroad Muesum Wedding

Adam and Tansy's Lake Guntersville Wedding

Jase and Victoria's Douglasville, Georgia Hometown Wedding

Savannah Intimate Wedding Photography : Lauren and Tim's Hot Springs Inn North Carolina Wedding

Maddie and Devin's Raleigh, North Carolina Farm Wedding

The Coffee Family's Snowy Missouri Session

The Hughes Family at Lowe Mill Arts

Hillary and Ryan's Brice Hotel Savannah Wedding

Jared and Allie's Midway Church Savannah Wedding

Max and Sara's St. Simons Island Military Wedding

Molly and Martin's Romantic Downtown Savannah Wedding

The Briemle Family's Morning Routine

Cocktails and Details

Outward and Inward

50 Alternatives To A Sparkler Exit at Your Wedding

Savannah Vendor Profile: Justin Peay Productions

Merideth and Nicholas With A Little Behind The Scenes!