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A Sad Day Indeed


Today we said goodbye to a beloved member of our family. My family’s dog Lacy was put to sleep after struggling with cancer for several weeks. I can still remember the day we brought her home. I was 16 years … Continue reading


  • Bonnie Hunnicutt, 04.30.09:
    Bonnie Hunnicutt : Aww man, I'm so sorry to hear that, guys. Lacy was so beautiful and you can tell she had a gentle spirit and amazing personality. You gave her a wonderful life while she was here, and I know she loved you all very much. You will be in my thoughts during this rough time. ;)
  • Jen harvey, 04.30.09:
    Jen harvey : aw melanie, i'm so sorry! Lacy was a beautiful girl, and the words you used to describe her memory brought tears to my eyes! nothing worse than losing the most loyal friend! i'm sorry you have to go through this today! :(
  • adrian hitt, 04.30.09:
    adrian hitt : oh sweet, mel, i am so sorry for your loss. dogs are some of the greatest gifts in our lives and leave the biggest holes. i hope she will get to chase squirrels forever in peace. thanks for sharing about her beautiful life.
  • Kathryn Brown, 04.30.09:
    Kathryn Brown : Mel, that is so sweet! We have a black lab and that is exactly how the kids feel about her- they LOVE her and she LOVES them just as much. What a blessing in life it is to have a great dog! Give your mom and the family our best! Love ya!
  • Susan Hanson, 05.01.09:
    Susan Hanson : Ohhh Mel, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family...Lacy was a blessing to you all as all our furry babies are and it's a shame they have just a short time with us..We too have silly songs for our "kids"... I know Lacy was dearly loved and she dearly loved you too and that is the most special precious thing you can have in life...to love and be loved unconditionally...((hugs))
  • oeil, 05.01.09:
    oeil : Awww.. so sorry for your loss! I can't imagine what it must feel like, especially since you grew up with her. Those photos are a true treasure, RIP
  • ohana photographers, 05.01.09:
    ohana photographers : ok first off thanks for starting my aloha friday with tears *ahem manly moisture* first off as i was reading i thought it said lucy and i instantly said, oh no! then realized it was lacy and it was equally as sad. we're SO sorry to hear about your family doggie, we've had doggies growing up and still do and every single time we lose one the pain is equally as heartbreaking as the next. i'm going to stop now. she was a beautiful dog. *sniff sniff*
  • Audrey, 05.01.09:
    Audrey : So sad. She looks like a great and sweet puppy. I'm sorry you had to let her go. *hugs*
  • Melanie, 05.01.09:
    Melanie : Thank you all so much, from the bottom of my heart. Its amazing how these sweet little creatures can become such a huge part of our lives. I know she is a much happier girl now and I'm so thankful I took the time to snap these photos back in December. Dogs are such wonderful creatures and examples of how to love unconditionally and for no reason other than to simply love. Hopefully I can be a little more like my sweet LayBay and learn to love and be happy no matter what the circumstance.
  • Scarlett Lillian, 06.03.09:
    Scarlett Lillian : I'm catching up on your blog right now and just saw this post. So sorry about your loss!! What a cutie pie Lacy was though!

Jen & Matt’s New Smyrna Beach Wedding | Florida Wedding Photographers


Just days after moving to Florida from her home in Iowa, Jen met a handsome boy that caught her eye instantly.  It must have been fate that led her to the same party that he was at.  Mutual friends introduced … Continue reading


  • Gwendolyn Tundermann : Love the dress detail and the ring shot! The formal poses are cute and quirky. Looks like you had a very fun group to work with!
  • Christina Grimsley, 04.29.09:
    Christina Grimsley : I love the colors and all the detail shots! Looks like another beautiful job well done :)
  • Jen Harvey, 04.29.09:
    Jen Harvey : YOU are AMAZING! thank you for these beautiful memories! BEST EVER!
  • Krysta Sherrill, Ed.S., 04.29.09:
    Krysta Sherrill, Ed.S. : Man, Bradford & Melanie, this is awesome! Seriously, I look at your pictures and you can feel the love between the couple. You two are blessed and soooo talented!! Plus, the colors in this wedding are phenomenal!
  • Jen Harvey, 04.29.09:
    Jen Harvey : by the way... nice touch with the song that i walked down the aisle to!!!! LOVE IT!
  • Kathryn Brown, 04.29.09:
    Kathryn Brown : love the shots of the wedding party...sooo fun!
  • Corinna Hoffman, 04.29.09:
    Corinna Hoffman : Looove the rock shot! :) Great detail shots too!
  • Erica K Larson, 04.30.09:
    Erica K Larson : Your work is always so awesome! It's just so full of life & each images is it's own work of art. Great job!
  • ohana photographers - david & kimi : crotchel shot = epic!! love the bridal party one too and hello gorgeous couple!
  • Bradford, 05.01.09:
    Bradford : Man I really love the crotch shot!! It never gets old.
  • Star, 05.02.09:
    Star : Love this wedding, everyone looks like they had a blast. I really love the song on the slideshow!

Michelle & Jamaal’s Wedding Sneak Peek | Jacksonville Wedding Photographers


Last Saturday, high school sweethearts Michelle & Jamaal finally tied the knot and we were there to capture every beautiful moment!  They were married overlooking the ocean from the courtyard of The Lodge & Club at Ponte Vedra.  It was … Continue reading


  • katie johnson, 04.28.09:
    katie johnson : WOW! You guys did an awesome job shooting this wedding. The images are stunning. Plus, african american skin tones can be so hard to capture (trust me, working at a pro lab I see horrible jobs done all the time) - there's something about the dark skin tone with the white dress that causes many photographers to stumble... but these are absolute perfection! Congrats!
  • Tara, 04.28.09:
    Tara : I dig! Can't wait to see more! Gorgeous bride.
  • Heather Canada. ABC™ : They are just so SEXY! I can't wait to see more!
  • Christina, 04.28.09:
    Christina : B E A U T I F U L!!! I can't wait to see the rest!
  • Jen Harvey, 04.28.09:
    Jen Harvey : i LOVE the kiss shot! you guys rock so hard, its not even funny!
  • Kathryn Brown, 04.28.09:
    Kathryn Brown : Stunning shots- the lighting is just killer and I LOVE the first shot and the b&w!
  • Leslie Roark, 04.28.09:
    Leslie Roark : Great job!!! The bride is absolutely gorgeous and I love the couple shots with the awesome blue sky!!!
  • adrian hitt, 04.28.09:
    adrian hitt : guys, these are fantastic. you should be so P R O U D of yourselves.
  • ohana photographers, 04.28.09:
    ohana photographers : you're the mutha flippin! holy smokes are these two hot or what! more more more!!!
  • janine kaye, 04.29.09:
    janine kaye : these are GORGEOUS!!! you rocked the beautiful skin and bright blue sky! love the ring shot!
  • Melanie, 04.29.09:
    Melanie : Wow thanks you guys. I loved how all the white attire from the wedding popped off the blue sky. This wedding was so much fun... I can't wait to post the full blog. Couple was amazing all the other vendors were incredible... it was such a great day! :) **David (Ohana)... you always make me laugh! We were thinking of changing our names to Mutha Flippin Studios... I think it works.
  • Michelle Fudge, 04.29.09:
    Michelle Fudge : Wowwww Mel & Brad! I never doubted you one bit, especially after the engagement shots but you really out did yourselves on this! I just couldn't wait to see what yall were going to do with these! Now WE WANT MORE! LOL! Thank you for pointing out the white attire against the BLUE sky instead of the DARK skin. I think all brides are beautiful regardless of skin tone or color of dress! We love you Mel and can't wait to see MORE!
  • Michelle, 04.29.09:
    Michelle : WOW!!!! . . . to have such a love that others can feel how true it is through pictures is INCREDIBLE!!!
  • Melanie, 04.29.09:
    Melanie : Aww Michelle... I'm so happy you love the sneak peek! Thank God for the beautiful sky behind you guys since there were people running all over the beach. I did manage to block out a fisherman behind you in one shot... haha. You two are HOT HOT HOT! ;)
  • Amanda Griffen, 04.30.09:
    Amanda Griffen : WOW! I had the honor of being at the wedding and you guys did an awesome job of capturing these moments! I can't wait to see the rest of the pictures! :-) Awesome choice of photographers Michelle! You guys make the most beautiful couple! Again, awesome job on the photos!

Swoon Over It | Modern Calligraphy Studio


Just this past week the beautiful and talented Amanda B. Young aka The Blissful Bride, officially introduced her new calligraphy studio, Swoon Over It,  to the world.  Offering hand addressing, custom maps, t-shirts, and a variety of other custom products … Continue reading


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Chelsea & Matt’s Atlantic Beach Engagement | Jacksonville Wedding Photographers


The day we were supposed to shoot Chelsea and Matt’s engagement session turned out to be a blustery rainy no good rotten kind of day.  With their wedding quickly approaching we had to reschedule asap.  Fortunately the very next day … Continue reading


  • Tabitha, 04.22.09:
    Tabitha : You rocked it!
  • Amanda McMahon, 04.22.09:
    Amanda McMahon : Hot stuff guys!
  • Adrienne Byrd, 04.22.09:
    Adrienne Byrd : these are so great! we just did a senior session at the same location but its so cool to see a different perspective! awesome job!
  • Gwendolyn Tundermann : Beautiful! I like the one of her laying down on the bench. She's very pretty but I think she's even more gorgeous in this one!
  • Suwanee, 04.22.09:
    Suwanee : Oouu la la...... LA DOLCE VITA!!! (O; Me love deese fotographis!!! (o;
  • Star, 04.22.09:
    Star : Great session, digging that swish thing you got going on the 5th one!!
  • Melanie, 04.22.09:
    Melanie : Thanks ladies! Its a great location with so much variety Adrienne... so I can imagine how many different shoots can come out of a few blocks of beach. So where are all the men at?? I see the ladies like the photos but come on... surely guys are diggin' them too right??
  • adrian hitt, 04.23.09:
    adrian hitt : well, i'm not a guy, but i hope i still count :) i love the last b+w. fantastic job you two. and i love her purple dress - so chic!
  • briana elledge, 04.23.09:
    briana elledge : Ok, A. that is not fair, you obviously hired a couple of models, there is no way they are that photogenic rockstars otherwise (jk) fantastic job! I never watch slideshows, (bc usually i get bored, and they all run together, but they were all stunnahs!) looove the lighting, looove the emotions, looove the shoot. thanks, for being awesome.
  • Emily Beaty, 04.24.09:
    Emily Beaty : 3 & 7 are my faves! Great job - love the color & processing.