Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Towel optional beach {Atlanta Dog Photographer}

Silly humans with your silly towels....


...THIS...

...IS...

...HOW...

...to shake....


SEE?!

(demonstration courtesy of Hoover the dog)

Thursday, August 25, 2011

Ashley and Adam Engagement at Piedmont Park {Atlanta Wedding Photographer}

When Adam and Ashley were deciding on a location for their engagement session, Piedmont Park was the obvious choice.  They are loyal Midtown folks who regularly patronize the local restaurants and watering holes, and have a long history with the area.  And, of course, they live right across the street!

Being UGA football fans, we just HAD to take a break in the action to give some love to an adorable bulldog out for a walk with his owner.  He wasn't too keen on being separated from his mom to take part in a photoshoot, so that pic didn't make the final cut, but at least he got some belly rubs out of it!  I promised I wouldn't regale blogland with any of the fun stories I heard about their meeting and courtship (see, Ashley....I'm not mentioning karaoke!), but I can only imagine, in light of the constant joking and laughter that went on during the session.

You guys are awesome and I can't wait for the wedding!



Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Is that jingle bells I hear?? {Atlanta Holiday Photographer}

There's not even a whiff of fall in the air yet, but the holidays are right around the corner, people.  How do I know that?  Because I'm already in the planning stages of a Santa portrait event.....yeah!   The summer heat is starting to abate, just a bit.  School started last week here in Cobb County, and my youngest nephew Ian is now a big boy and in kindergarten (sniff, sniff).  [HOW did that happen, btw.....he was a baby, like, yesterday!]   But before we know it we'll be feeling festive.

So, have you started thinking about your holiday cards?  Let this be a year you are NOT frantically printing out a newsletter or licking stamps into the wee hours one evening because they-just-HAVE-to-be-in-the-mail-tomorrow syndrome has set in.  Plan ahead!

Get your holiday card photos done early.  Sessions for families can take place at your home or at a scenic location like Kennesaw Mountain.  We can capture a gorgeous, timeless family portrait you can feature hanging over the mantle, as well as getting a fun shot of everyone with Santa hats, at the same session.



Pets like to be festive, too!  Here's our sweet boy Lucas, who passed away this year, modeling a Santa hat in front of the Christmas tree.  Wasn't he a handsome and distinguished guy?  (Miss you, buddy.)

And you can never go wrong with a classic portrait on a simple backdrop.  This image of Oscar and Gracie  was featured on the Pilger's holiday card last year, and it looked fantastic!


Fall and holiday sessions are already booking, so give me a shout to get your's on the schedule.  You can reach me at


770-330-5414 
or 
nina@ninaparkerphotography.com


Monday, August 22, 2011

Dan and Pat--50 Years Together

It's a rare and splendid thing to make it to your 50th wedding anniversary, for a host of reasons, so the occasion is certainly a cause for celebration. On August 6 Dan and Pat Sullivan were honored by their children and grandchildren with an evening that begin with a limousine surprise and culminated with an intimate private dinner. Every detail was seen to, and it was truly an exquisite and heartfelt event.





Pat and Dan Celebration - Golden Wedding Anniversary from Nina Parker on Vimeo.

Saturday, August 20, 2011

More from Madelyn's 70th Birthday

More from the event celebrating Madelyn Smith Striebeck's 70th birthday in Chattanooga.

I loved her reaction coming in the door....


This was in the midst of some HILARIOUS stories her brothers told.  Love it.

Friday, August 19, 2011

Madelyn Smith Striebeck - A Birthday Celebration {Atlanta Family Photographer}

A few weeks ago I was thrilled to drive up to Chattanooga to photograph a very special event. My lifelong friend Gretchen had planned a birthday birthday party for her mother, Madelyn. It was a beautiful evening of laughter and celebration, with many friends and family members sharing stories and giving thanks for the impact she's had on our lives.

Thank you, Mom Striebeck, and I hope you loved your party!


Madelyn Smith Striebeck - A Celebration from Nina Parker on Vimeo.
On July 29, 2011, family and friends gathered in Chattanooga to honor and celebrate this wonderful lady who has meant so much to us. It was a lovely evening of good food, old friends, stories, laughter, tears, and emotion. Happy 70th birthday, and may you have many, many more years to speak into the lives of those fortunate enough to know you.

Monday, August 15, 2011

Samantha and Joe E-Session at Gwendalough Manor {Atlanta Wedding Photographer}

Sam and I had originally planned to do their engagement session at another cool location.  Then they went by their wedding venue for a tasting and found it was available on the day or our shoot, so we changed gears.  And what a GORGEOUS place!

It was a humid, overcast day, but the grounds were lovely there was nothing taking the glow off these two. They are such funny, down to earth people, and it's obvious they truly enjoy being together.  Congratulations Joe and Samantha, and I can't wait to come back to Gwendalough Manor for your wedding in October!