Ashley + Martin = Married! Tears To You Two!

I was totally blown away at this gorgeous wedding, but even more so with the edits. When I was going through them for the first time on the computer, I found my self struck with tears. Good Tears. Tears of watching Love, tears to two families united with a bond so tight you just know Ashley and Martin will be together, through this life and beyond. Tears to good friends, the bridal party. Tears of good emotions, tears of a Father, so proud of his baby girl. Tears of a Mother, loving her sweet child....All good tears.....God Bless Ashley and Martin!

Victoria + Travis = Engaged!

I am always smitten to couples in love, but I have to say, there is just something special about Travis and Victoria. Photographing these two, I felt like I knew them for a long time. Especially Victoria. Something about the way she looked into the camera, her appreciation to art and photography. These two are young, but I just know they are going to take their talents and aspire to be big! So many creative ideas they have, I can't wait to see how they blossom, and I know it will be together, through life! Meet Victoria and Travis......I love the way they love each other.........

















Video/Slide show can be found here. If it stops on you, pause it, let the grey line run completely through and start it again! Enjoy! I love this! :)

Melt's My Heart......

4 weeks ago, we had puppies. Well, we are from the groom's side of the family, and the neighbor has the bride, Bella. Bella and Reese. And look what they made. I so want to keep one! The video is sure to melt anyone's heart.....It does mine....Puppy Love......

Happy Birthday WV!

HAPPY 147th BIRTHDAY WEST VIRGINIA!

COME AND CELEBRATE FROM 11-2 TODAY at The Court House Plaza, in Clarksburg! Many Vendors and FUN FUN FUN!

TO COMMERATE YOUR DAY and to ALL WONDERFUL AND WILD WEST VIRGINA FOLKS I WILL BE DOING A DRAWING ON JUNE 20, 2010 for one only $150 for photography services! Regrets it does not apply to weddings but is for FUN FILLED SPONTANEOUS, NATURAL, and LIFESTYLED PORTRAITURE!
Babies, Children, High School Seniors, and Families!

First of all, the $150 session/prints will take place in Clarksburg, WV only. So if you do not live in Clarksburg, or can not make it to Clarksburg, WV for the receiving of the prize, please, DO NOT ENTER!

TO ENTER, YOU MUST DO ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:

Become or Be a Photos By Design Fan on Facebook by visiting the blog at and make a special “nice” birthday comment to the State of West Virginia! All fans must be received by 11:59 p.m. June 19, 2010 to be included in drawing.

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Make a “very nice” and sweet comment to any photos on my blog at
And give a big “I Love WV” after your comment! All comments must be received my 11:59 p.m. June 19, 2010.

Make sure to all of the above I can get a hold of you with your name, phone number, facebook account or email address. All Names will go into a hat On the “Official” State Birthday for a drawing. Any Inappropriate comments determined by Photos By Design will be deleted and not qualify.

My Wedding Today...Meet the Wedding Party!

First of all, I am love with the location, Morgantown Church of Christ and then Lakeview. I LOVE LAKEVIEW! Then, I'm in the church and watching things unfold, the bridal party having so much fun, then I get SOOOOOOO SOOOO EXCITED TOO! I love weddings with no restrictions, and just having fun. Being Creative, and doing my thing. Being the Eyes of the Bride and Groom. That is what I have tomorrow, and I AM SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO SOOOOOOOOOOOOO BLESSED! Here are the bridal party! Can't wait till tomorrow!

Meet Maddex!

I am completely blown away at babies with personality! Meet Mr. Maddex, I think the pictures speak the words...LOVE HIM, WANT TO SQUEEZE HIM, TICKLE HIS TOES, MAKE HIM SMILE! Love these Pictures!

Meet Miss Caroline!

A precious bundle of joy is sure to bring a smile to anyone's face, and Miss Caroline has one beautiful smile and personality! I love all her pictures so I am posting a few so everyone can enjoy! She is a sweetheart!

Meet Clare!

Well, first of all, I am taken. Taken by the name Clare, and then, I meet her....She is Clare, as the name states....She is clear and bright, determined and soooooooo Soooooooooo sweet, so kind, loves animals and nature....She truly is......Clare....Here are a few of my favs!









More Highlights and Slideshow can be found below. Love, Love these!

Cassidi + Ben = Engaged!

What a beautiful couple inside and out, Cassidi and Ben are truly made for each other. I loved photographing these two. Watching how Ben looks into Cassidi and just gets lost in her. And how Cassidi just gleams with sparkle being with Ben.







Cassidi and Ben have a little one that is absolutely adorable, and we just had to get him in a few shots!





Click below to see more highlights of my favorites + video! You guys are the best, Cassidi & Ben!

Family

There is nothing more important than family. One's stronghold, a place where you can be you and all is ok. Safety, Security and being with the ones you love. What a great way to remember all and pass down to generations.....