So Thankful...

I'm spending the day with immediate family. Decided not to travel this holiday. Something about being home to take a minute to enjoy family and friends. I spoke to some close friends already for the day, texted others and a couple even stopped by. But no schedules to adhere to, no rush... just living.

I completed and posted an anniversary session I did over the weekend for a wonderful couple that has been married for over 30 years! I will post a sneak peek for everyone else shortly. Didn't mind "working" today. It's beautiful when work doesn't seem like itself at all. What a blessing...

Which leads me to the reason for my even posting today. I feel, "So Thankful" that I am able to work with my passion. I am, "So Thankful" to my clients who over the years have entrusted me to capture some of their most precious moments. I am, "So Thankful" that He has provided me with the gift of detail and I have found a way to use it to bring joy to others. Lastly, I am, "So Thankful" to my lil one who was running in the opposite direction of my camera as soon as she could learn to walk! Her unwillingness to "Pose for Mommie!" forced me to find new subjects!

Enjoy Life & :)
Aleshia

Birthday Details!

I was going through some of my earlier images from this year and I came across one of the most thought filled events I've photographed in a long time. This was a birthday dinner party for a young lady who shared her day with family and close friends. I loved how the space was transformed into a warm intimate setting filled with flowers, details, candles, details, margaritas and YES! More details! I really enjoyed capturing your day Michelle~ Thanks for the "Camera Candy"!!

Enjoy Life &:)!
Aleshia

Shop Bellas!

Earlier this month I worked with the owner of Bella's Boutique. I produced images for her product line of handbags, jewelry and accessories. Her online gallery Shop Bellas is scheduled to open early 2010. Be sure to sign up for her mailing list! Her items are Bold, Colorful and Sassy! Here are a few of my favorites.













Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

Charles and Linda- II

Charles waited for Linda to arrive in the US for a long time, as she completed her education abroad. She finished and arrived here just this past May. He was determined to be with her. So on August 22, they were joined together as one at the Ghana Mission United Methodist Church in Charlotte, NC.

Here are a few of my favorites...









The Kiss...



The Cakes were Gorgeous!



A Beautiful Bride...





Check Out Linda's Eyes Below...



Elegant...



and Happy!








Enjoy Life & :)!



Aleshia

Charles and Linda

This past Saturday I witnessed the colorful wedding ceremony of Charles and Linda. I do not have the words to describe the beautiful union between these two friends who have now became one. It was an afternoon filled with African traditions (both are from Ghana), family, love, singing, dancing, friends and plenty of laughter and prayer. Thank you both for the opportunity!

Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

Our Walk Together

This is the video from the "Future Mr. and Mrs. McClendon" peek.

Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

Introducing Carrie B!

A song writer that "was put on earth to spread love through music" is how she describes herself. A voice of pure love is what I thought when I heard her sing. Her is she... Miss Carrie B.








Before moving to Charlotte, she says she was raised in a house where music was not played. She had to create her own world of music. She began with a CD by recording artist Mariah Carey, who she refers to as her "first teacher" and she has been going since then!



Carrie B is working on her first album entitled, "Mission: Fantastic". She works with producer/manager Elvis Danne and musician Smitty of Charlotte, NC. Mixing Reggae and R&B sounds together this trio is working to take the QC by storm.




Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

Rain or Shine

Here is the video from Rhea and Colin's ceremony... Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

Rhea and Collin

Rhea and Collin enjoyed a beautiful outdoor ceremony among the company of family and close friends. I had a wonderful time capturing the moments of their special day. Congratulations!!

Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

My First Communion

A special day for a special girl. Thanks for letting me capture it!!
Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

Future Mr. and Mrs. McClendon

Memorial Day Monday I had the pleasure to capture the special moments between the future McClendon's whose wedding is scheduled for early 2010. It had been clear all day long up until the evening when we were scheduled to begin the session. I suspected a "rain check" would be in order as I drove through a thunderstorm to meet them at our location. However at the last minute the weather changed! Happily, they were able to spend the next hour together in what turned into a beautiful "rain forest"; allowing me to capture some of the images below! More to follow... Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

Salon Bella

From the hard wood floors to the colorful wall art and matching room decor, Salon Bella and Spa is designed to give women a feeling of comfort from the moment we walk through the door. I had the opportunity to photograph the Charlotte, NC salon owner for an article layout in the May/June issue of Real People magazine. Here are some some the images that were captured.

Class of 2009!

This year a lot of graduations are taking place. Congratulations to our 2009 seniors!!

I had the opportunity to capture a few moments of a young man preparing to embark on his college journey this fall. As we walked, took pictures,
talked, took more pictures,

laughed, and took even more pictures,

I could see him reflecting on the steps that were climbed to get him to this day. We had a great session- my seniors are always full of life and expression!!

I told him I was going to create an Event Catchers® Show on DVD for his mom. He claimed he was a little concerned about her music selection :) So I told him to let her enjoy her selection and in return I would create something different for him :)

After all, this is His Year... Congratulations DJ!!