Thompson-Harris Family session...

As all photographers know, Mother Nature isn't our best friend. Today was no exception. We fought pouring rain, and direct sunlight with no clouds in sight today while I shot my kids summer portraits. Not so thrilled with how few turned out, but hey, I can redo them any time. This isn't always the case. So, keep in mind that when you schedule your portraits, Keep the weather in mind.

Jessica's Bridal Session Redux...

Yesterday was such a blast! Jessie and Kyle got married and we had such a good time! Now... I finally get to show you those bridal portraits from the Trinkle Mansion in Wytheville. I loved how they turned out. The mansion has such an antebellum feel to it and she just looked like she belonged there!

My new website is up!!!

Yay! After many long months, I did it! I got my website up! So check us out!

http://www.thompsonsportraitphotography.com/

But... if you do send us an email, do me a favor and send it to firey_cowgirl@yahoo.com for the time being. Still working out the bugs on the email thing! Also let me know what you think!

Angie

Exciting news coming!

Yay! I'm so excited! Within the next few days, I'll be back with a big announcement! Check back so find out what is up!

Boyer Family Reunion...

Last weekend, we had the honor of getting to photograph the 2009 Boyer Family Reunion! With 6 generations in attendance, and lot's of yummy food, there was alot of love going around. A new baby was introduced, an engagement was celebrated as was a birthday. And loved ones were remembered. Thank you all so much for including us in such an important event! Here are a few of our favorite images...

Crazy days!!!

Well, Thursday I had Jessica's bridal session at Trinkle Mansion in Wytheville. Let me tell you, that place is stunning! I can't wait to show you them, but you'll have to wait a few more weeks! Well, I woke up Wednesday with strep, and went to work. Oh, happy day! By Friday, I couldn't talk! Nothing was coming out of my mouth! Boy, can I tell you I had some happy children! So I went to urgent care Friday evening after dropping off Jessica's bridal portraits and the doc, sweet lady that she was, kept saying, "Oh honey, that sounds like it hurts" every time I broke into a coughing fit. Ya think?

Well, doc says it was laryngitis and bronchitis. Again, oh happy day! So, I got my voice back today, much to the dismay of my children. So I have alot of editing to finish on an engagment shoot and on a family reunion. I'll be posting them over the next few days, so stay tuned!

Bessie & Allen's Engagement Session...

Yesterday, we took a trip over to Independence to shoot the engagement session of Bessie and Allen at Peach Bottom falls. When we didn't think things were going to work out to well after seeing how much water was flowing at the falls, but I think everything turned out great! Hint - don't hike in flip flops!

Jessie and Kyle's Engagement Session

Today, I had the pleasure of shooting the engagement session of Jessie and Kyle. We had such a good time at Elizabeth Brown Memorial Park in Wytheville, and Mother Nature was kind enough to hold off the rain, if not the wind! Sorry for freezing your toes guys! But you were just so cooperative! I can't wait for Jessie's bridal session!

The Wedding of Alex and Lynn!!!

It was my good fortune (thank you again, Corey) to get to photograph the wedding of Alex and Lynn on Saturday! This fantastic couple were wed in a private ceremony at the Methodist church in Independence. After wards, everyone went to the Davis Bourne Inn for a lovely reception where even the children had a ball! I have to say, those folks at the Inn sure know how to host a party! And the food and cake were phenomenal! Congrats, Lynn and Alex!

Galax Gymnastics Center portraits!!!

I had the privilege today of shooting the portraits for Galax Gymnastics Center! These little girls are absolutely amazing! And they have the most fantastic coach in Miss Babsi! Thank you all so much for allowing me to come and take their pictures! I had so much fun! And Corey... girl, you rock so much for referring me! I can't thank you enough!

Remembering...

I can't believe it's been two years. Those of us around VA Tech will be dealing with the tragedy today through news and internet. Those at the college will undoubtedly be dealing with it much differently. As will the people still grieving for lost loved ones. Please take a moment today to pray, light a candle, or whatever your faith allows, and remember those who lost their lives and are still grieving. (image compliments of Wikipedia)

Emma and Joshua, 2009!!!

Wow! Look at the changes in these two in the last year! Just one year ago, I shot Joshua being held in his mommy and sister's arms when he was only a week old! Now he and Emma are both celebrating birthdays! Here are my favorite shots from their Easter session, hope you like them as much as I did! Man, I love my Canon!

Jennifer & Chris's Engagement Party...

We recently had the pleasure of shooting the engagement party of Jennifer and Chris. At the Hardware Company, in Hillsville, the couple mingled with friends and family while enjoying the restaurant's fabulous food! Here are a few of our favorite shots! I love this one of Jennifer's sister reaching for Dad's wallet!

My Mimi and her Man!!!

I'm so happy for one of my best friends, Melinda! Many of you know her from the weddings she shoots with me or from our time at the big W! But what many of you don't know is she had to kiss a few frogs before she found her Prince. Meet Jay, the man who has made her the happiest woman I know! I was lucky enough to be the first to shoot them together and I just love what we got! I love you both and thank you so much Jay for coming into our Mimi's life and making her eyes shine again!

Easter Portraits Redux!!!

So I had a busy day today! I had a wedding to upload, engagement party to finish editing and a few Easter sessions to shoot! Here is my baby girl Steph in one of my favorite shots from her session and my neighbor's baby in our favorite from his! Oh yeah, notice something in the portraits? That's right, we have baby chicks! Want your Easter portraits with the baby chicks? Gotta do them this week before they get out of that really cute furry stage!

Easter Portraits!!!

Okay all! I know, I know! I didn't post like I said I would! But just wait! Instead of setting packages for your Easter Portraits... I'm going to let you make your own! Yes! NO SET PACKAGES!

You make your own package for just $6 per sheet for 8x10, 2 5x7, 4 3x5 or 4x5, or 8 wallets! Want an 11x14? $10!

So, here's the catch! The only times I have available are after 5:30 in the evenings! As most of my lovely picture people know, I started a J O B recently to help get my hubby ready to go back to school, he stuck with me through my dream, now I'm getting him through his! So my hours are now 8am till about 5pm.

Easter Portraits

We will be having an Easter Special this year, however due to my absolutely INSANE schedule, I will have limited time to do these! So check back tomorrow to see when I will be available for portraits and what the packages will be!

Happy Valentines Day!!!

All of us at Thompson's Photography wish you a very Happy Valentine's Day! Here are a few Valentine's quotes to share with your sweetheart!

When love is not madness, it is not love. ~Pedro Calderon de la Barca

Many are the starrs I see, but in my eye no starr like thee. ~English saying used on poesy rings

Love is a symbol of eternity. It wipes out all sense of time, destroying all memory of a beginning and all fear of an end. ~Author Unknown

Love is a smoke made with the fume of sighs. ~William Shakespeare

At the touch of love, everyone becomes a poet. ~Plato

How did it happen that their lips came together? How does it happen that birds sing, that snow melts, that the rose unfolds, that the dawn whitens behind the stark shapes of trees on the quivering summit of the hill? A kiss, and all was said. ~Victor Hugo

For twas not into my ear you whispered
But into my heart
Twas not my lips you kissed
But my soul
~Judy Garland


Happy 13th Birthday, Bubba!

My family!!!

I'm finally getting a chance to post the portraits that I took of my family! I can't believe Tyler is going to be 16 (ahhh!) this year and the Stephanie is going to be 5 on the 5th! Where did the time go?