Emily Faith Photography's Blog

Jessica and Will | Lexington Engagement Photographer

emilyfaithphoto — Tue, 15 May 2012 15:11:59 +0000

Growing up on a sprawling Lexington, Kentucky horse (and cattle) farm is something most could only dream of. Growing up on a sprawling Lexington, Kentucky horse farm on a house that sits next to your grandparent’s house, is something most people can’t even wrap their heads around. Fast forward to getting married on said farm to the love of your life… and well…. that is just a fairly tale.

Jessica and Will are so warm and friendly, I really felt like I’ve known them forever. We took their engagement pictures on Jessica’s family farm (Audubon Farm, click this link to find out how you can tour their farm). This is the farm where Jessica and Will will get married and have their reception…she said when she was little she always dreamed of having her wedding here. As a huge animal lover, I was in heaven being on this farm. If you think these images are amazing, JUST wait for their wedding pictures. It’s going to be soooo-oh-oh-oooh amazing. So excited for the big day this summer!

Share-a-Pet Calendar Shoot | Fort Lauderdale Pet Photographers

emilyfaithphoto — Thu, 03 May 2012 14:31:06 +0000

These pups are not only adorable, they are therapy dogs who bring smiles to so many people throughout the year. We were asked to shoot the Share-a-Pet calendar for charity and were honored to be asked. The folks at Flowers and Found Objects in Las Olas were kind enough to allow us to use their gorgeous shop at a base. Here are just a few of their adorable pups! Ohhh how they make me grin! Challenge: try not smiling when you see their little (and some big) faces!!

Dara & Eddie | Miami Beach Wedding Photographers

emilyfaithphoto — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 22:24:22 +0000

Dara’s smile lights up a room. Heck, even her voice brightens up the phone line. I knew from the minute we chatted that she was a positive person with a great attitude- and who doesn’t love a bright & positive person? Clearly, Eddie was attracted to her bright smile, her adorable giggle, and her upbeat personality, and saw something in her that was beyond special. Not only do I love her smile and personality, she, like I, is a huge animal lover. She even brought Cocoa and Pebbles (okay, seriously get out of town with those cute names!) with her while she got ready in the hotel room at the Newport Beachside Resort. Not even a huge, and I mean huge, rain storm that came sweeping over the coast line right as we walked outside for pictures, could ruin her day. My assistant and I quickly found a spot inside the bustling hotel where we could take pictures without having 20 families in the background in their swimsuits. Sounds easy enough, but this hotel was the reeeeeaaaaal-lay caaahhhhh-rowded. The sun peeked thru the clouds right as we began to do their bride and groom portraits but the dark clouds created a beautifully dramatic look as they lingered over the sea and coast. Congratulations to Dara and Eddie! I hope your marriage is as beautiful as your wedding!

Annabelle + TJ | Destination Wedding Photographer

emilyfaithphoto — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 20:04:50 +0000

Naples, Florida is a dream destination for a wedding. The gulf breeze kisses the white sandy beach and the sunset dazzles the shoreline. Its one of the most romantic places to visit in Florida and one of the most beautiful places to make an eternal pledge to love someone for the rest of your life. Annabelle and TJ were absolutely giddy to be saying their vows at LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort amongst their family and closest friends. The day wouldn’t have been the same without the 4 giggly flower girls. They kept everyone laughing and kept the dance floor hopping. The ceremony was held on the gulf lawn, dinner was served poolside, and the get-your-party-face-on reception was themed in chic South Beach style decor. The entire day was popping with champagne and class. It was an absolute honor to document such a beautiful wedding day for these 2 love birds. Cheers to a long and happy life together, Annabelle & TJ!

Emily Faith getting the next shot…She is stunning!

Ceremony & Reception Venue: LaPlaya Beach and Golf Resort

Wedding Planner and Coordinator: Pamela Beckman with Bonsoiree

VAE Lighting: LaPlaya

Flowers: Sue Bain with Signature Florals

Hair & Makeup: N Color Salon

Photography: Emily Faith Photography

DJ: Black Tie

Videographer: Naples Original Video Production

Rentals: Taylor Rental

Cake: Ella’s Cakes

Lola | Newborn In-Home Photographer

emilyfaithphoto — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 17:26:11 +0000

Suzanne contacted me earlier today about getting some prints from this session from my professional lab. They had gotten professional prints through me from their 1 year session with Lola, but chose to go the digital route with her newborn session (session below). In her email she wrote “There is a HUGE difference in quality when you develop them and when I do them, why is that?”. I always tell my customers this but in our digital world, many of my customers still wish to purchase the digital files and will go to cheaper printers to get their images developed. Getting your prints thru me means they come from a professional lab where they are individually color corrected by an experienced color technician at the lab. My hopes are that all my customers will get beautiful prints to display in their homes and forgo the digital route. Do you prefer digital images or prints when you get your family photos taken? I’d love to hear your opinions and comments!

Enjoy this sweet little session with Lola and her parents. Not only are they adorable but they are hilarious and had me in stitches during this session (and for Lola’s 1 year session). Their banter is hysterical and I am so grateful to have them as clients!

The Donohue Family | Family Vacation Photographer in Florida

emilyfaithphoto — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 02:32:16 +0000

One of the best parts about living in a tourist hub like Fort Lauderdale is being able to see our family when they vacation down this way. Kev’s sister, husband, & their 3 boys came down to Stuart for their vacation so Kev and I drive up to hang for the afternoon. I packed my camera and asked Kristen if they would be down for an impromptu family session. With 3 active little guys we pretty much let them play while I took pics. My husband found out that little guys really like held upside down by their ankles – I’m not sure who enjoyed it more – Kev or the little fellers. Enjoy these pics of their adorable young family. You’ll be seeing more of their sweet faces on my blog (there was talk of another vaca down here in November). Yippeeeeee!

Jessi | Fort Lauderdale Photographer

emilyfaithphoto — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 00:34:23 +0000

How do I even begin to describe my adorable friend Jessi?! I’ll start with how we met- we met on Facebook. I know I know I know- but better on FB than in a bar, right? About a year ago, she saw on my Facebook photography page post that my husband and I would be moving to Fort Lauderdale from Lexington. We met up right when I moved down here and we just clicked- (would you expect anything less from 2 shutter bugs?)

Jessi is gorgeous, warm, genuine, funny, witty, real, fun, real fun, and a super talented photographer. I’m sooooooooo lucky to call her a friend.

We went down to Hollywood’s Broadwalk, had lunch, snapped some pics, and had about 800 laughs. You can find more of her work at J Photography. Enjoy her gorgeous face!

The M Family | Cincinnati Newborn Photographer | Cincinnati Family Photographer

emilyfaithphoto — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 18:21:11 +0000

This in-home newborn session with this family was wonderful. The little girls were so polite and the house had an amazing calmness that one wouldn’t expect with 3 little girls running around and a new baby boy. This session includes my favorite newborn image- the one where Zach is cuddled up to his monkey. Ahhh….it just melts me.

I was asked to come back to photograph Zachary for his 1 year milestone and took some more pictures of their adorable kids. The M Family has a gorgeous home in Terrace Park so we were able to take their photos right at home. I just LOVE photographing families in their home where all their family memories are being made.

Annabelle + TJ | Cincinnati Engagement Photographer

emilyfaithphoto — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 21:00:08 +0000

For the past year I have been ecstatic about Annabelle and TJ’s wedding. I met these two love birds when I still lived in Cincinnati and they were planning a destination wedding in Naples, Florida. As luck would have it, my husband and I were moving to Fort Lauderdale at the end of June- just a hop skip and a jump from Naples. Their wedding is now about 6 weeks away and I couldn’t be anymore excited about kicking off the wedding season! TJ and Annabelle have amazing chemistry that jumps off each image. She is going to be absolutely stunning and I can’t wait to document this incredible day for them at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort in Naples, Florida!

Julian | Lexington Family Photographer

emilyfaithphoto — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 20:25:32 +0000

I hear it is snowing up in Lexington so I thought I would blog some adorable summer images from a little guy named Julian to send warm thoughts your way. We had our session at Shaker Village – definitely one of my favorite places to visit and shoot at in Lexington, KY.

This little guy was on the move move move! He is such a happy and independent little guy and he loved being able to run around while I shot. I know a lot of parents feel discouraged to get family pics done at this age because of how active they can be. I have to say, if I was shooting in a studio, we wouldn’t have gotten any shots. He was just too fast! Luckily, so am I! ;o)