I never answer my phone if I don’t recognize the number. I don’t like to be caught off guard. Put me on the spot and I freeze…shut down…run for the nearest exit. It’s not good, people. But for some reason, this time was different. Curiosity got the best of me and I answered. Whew! I’m so glad I did.
Jasmine was in the market for a wedding photographer. Her best friend is a former co-worker of mine and she suggested that Jasmine take a look at my work. We chatted for a few minutes while I shopped the frozen foods in Publix and quickly decided to set up a meeting. We settled on 5:30 in the cafe at Books-a-Million a few days later.
Oh. My. Gahhhh!! My first potential client meeting! I was a big bundle of nerves. If you remember from this post, I’m not the most outgoing when it comes to first meetings, but I needed to put my big girl pants on and GET OVER IT.
I arrived super early so that I could scope out the best table, set up my computer and grab a coffee before she arrived.
We hit if off immediately. Conversation was easy and I loved hearing about all of the details she had planned for the big day. A traditional Catholic ceremony at St. Patrick Catholic Church with a glamorous reception downtown at Matt Jones Gallery. Old Hollywood Glam. Yes! It sounded gorgeous and I couldn’t wait!
When I asked how she and David met she smiled the sweetest smile and began telling me how they had grown up in the same neighborhood and had even both attended college at the University of Alabama without ever realizing how perfect they were for each other. They bumped into each other at a career fair after graduating and never looked back.
August 4th arrived and again, I was a big bundle of nerves. I don’t think I’ll ever stop being nervous on a wedding day! It’s just so exciting and such a huge honor to be a part of something so special. However, as soon as I arrived to Jasmine’s parents’ house my nerves disappeared and the fun began. Jasmine has THE sweetest and most wonderful family ever.
The olympics were playing on the flat screen while everyone hung out eating everything from hotdogs (you know how much I LOVE a hotdog) and salad to cookies and mini cupcakes.
Everyone was so happy and so relaxed and I just knew it was going to be a perfect day.
David and Jasmine, I can’t thank you enough for allowing me to be a part of such a wonderful day. I don’t think I could ever express to you what an incredible honor it is. I hope your lives together are filled with all of the love and joy in the world!
Ashley Cox - These are beautiful! You did a great job! I can’t wait until it gets cooler to have you do our family pics. And I’m right there with you on the freezing up and running in new surroundings and people. People think I’m outgoing but really I panic! Lol.
Emma - Ashley, I can’t wait for that either!! And I’m glad I’m not the only one with that problem!! Thank goodness 🙂
Charity - Hi Emily! This is Charity, the sister and maid of honor from Jasmine’s wedding. I just wanna say that these pics are beyond gorgeous, and you did a fantastic job! Also, this post is soooo sweet! Thanks for documenting Jas and David’s special day! We’re all looking at these pics now, reliving the day again, smiling, laughing, and emailing each other about them! Again, you did a wonderful job!!!
Emma - Charity, you have no idea how happy it makes me to hear you say that! I’m so excited that you all love the photos and can’t wait to show you the rest. Much love to you and all of your family!
Justin - Hello Emma this is Justin, the brother of the bride. Just want to say these are the most amazing, beautiful, and professional pics i’ve ever seen taken. I’m more than happy my sister chose you to share this experience and wonderful day with us. Once again thank you for all you did, and the amazing job with the photography!
Emma - Justin, thank you so much for the kind words. I’m so happy y’all love the pictures! I had such a wonderful time spending the day with your family and am honored to have had the opportunity. Thank you so so much!
Jeanne Baugher Rhoads - Beautiful couple, wedding and photos. Great job Emma Lou!
Chelsea T. - What a beautiful job! And a beautiful wedding! Thanks for sharing!
Emma - Thank you 🙂
Justin J.B. Bell - Very amazing and more than beautiful pictures. Great job Emma!
Erin Dover Reynolds - Beautiful Emma!
Haley Graydon - you ROCKED this wedding! looks like you captured priceless moments.
Terri Shultz - stunning once again:) makes me super excited!
Debra A. Pippen Johnson - Hello Emma,
I am Debbie, Jasmine’s aunt. Wow, the pictures are incredibly beautiful!!! Looking at the pictures left me speechless and helped me to relive Jasmine and David’s special day. You did a suberb job!!!
Thanks for making Jasmine and David’s day memorable.
Emma - Debbie, I am so happy you love the pictures and completely humbled by all of your family’s sweet comments. I feel so blessed to have been able to spend time with y’all and to document this day for Jasmine, David and all of you to remember forever! Thank you so much!
Victoria Fisher-Pippen - Emma-I am Victoria, Jasmines’s Aunt and the wedding director…
You did an amazing job and you captured the most precious moments. I can’t wait to see all of the pictures. The time I was around you, you were most courteous and super friendly as well as professional. It’s always wonderful to work with someone and have FUN all in one. You made Jasmine’s day one of the most memorable days of her life. Your work will be recommended highly to others and good luck with your future jobs……
Emma - Vicotria, Thank you so much! You were such a pleasure to work with and did a beautiful job with everything. Your entire family has blown me away with there kindness and sweet words. I’m so happy to have had the opportunity to know you all!
Sara Bell - Hello Emma – this is Jasmine’s Mom – you will never know how much I enjoyed your presence and professionalism on Jasmine & David’s wedding day. The photography was just as beautiful as you are. You are an honorary family member from now on…. come over anytime for your favorite hotdog…luv always
Emma - Sara, Thank you so so much! Your family’s hospitality towards me was incredible and I just might take you up on that hotdog 😉 Love to you all!
Julie - What a gorgeous wedding. The wedding party photos were heartwarming and the childrens’ photos were precious. Thanks for sharing!
Jeniese Hosey - Love these pictures! They are amazing!
Emma Nathews - thanks t! i’m so excited, too! and i can’t wait for next weekend’s party!!
Emma Nathews - Thank you @[636040522:2048:Erin]!
Emma Nathews - Thank you @[20514171:2048:Haley] 🙂 ♥
Emma Nathews - Thank you!
Emma Nathews - Thanks so so much Justin!!
Emma Nathews - Thank you @[1109894024:2048:Jeniese] 🙂