Christie Meresse Photography

To Swim or Just Float...

2011-06-03T16:15:00.006-04:00

Not sure if anyone still has this blog saved in their feed, but if you do, you should be here --> www.christiemeresseblog.com.

I've been keeping this blog up for more of a personal blog and hopefully, when I can get around to photographing my son, I will put more pictures up of little T. He's getting so big these days and I really can not believe that he will be 18 months old at the end of the month. Crazy!

Today marks the end of the first week of swimming lessons for Tyler. So far he's not taking to it as well as I'd thought (or hoped) he would. I think he's sticking to his dad's motto of "work smarter, not harder" because he really will not do anything but hold his breath underwater. Kicking to get to the surface? What's that?? Who needs to kick when I can use my little baby belly to float to the top. LOL! It's pretty funny at times. We're hoping that the kicking will start up today since it will be the first day that Andy and I are supposed to be getting in the pool with him.

I was hoping to be able to grab a few pictures of this adventure, but after checking out the underwater camera housing options I changed my mind. Those things are not cheap! Maybe I'll breakdown and buy some kind of underwater point and shoot.

Fearless Friday - Food

2011-05-05T21:07:00.005-04:00

Hi Everyone! Oh my gosh it's been so long since I've written a blog post (how sad is that?). I officially have a new blog now http://www.christiemeresseblog.com/, I will still be posting here though and using this as more of a personal blog (more pictures of Tyler...Yay!).

This week's Fearless Friday post is about "Food". I didn't really know where to go with this post or how to approach it since it really is such a broad topic. For those of you who don't know, I have been on the Weight Watchers points plus program for about 5 months now. I haven't lost as many pounds as I was hoping to, but I also haven't been really strick with my plan for the past month. So far I've lost 18lbs, which is still really really huge for me!! I have about 10lbs to go before I hit my goal weight so I have a lot more work to do.

In light of my weightloss goals, my post about food today will be on one of the recipes from the Body-for-Life cookbook that we make at the house and really enjoy:

Lettuce Wraps

4 shiitake mushrooms
7 stalks napa cabbage
1 lb ground turkey
1/2 onion
2 Tbsp hoisin sauce
1 Tbsp soy sauce
1/4 tsp five-spice powder
12 large leaves iceberg lettuce

Cook turkey according to package directions. In separate pan, cook cabbage and onion about 2 minutes. Stir in hoisin sauce, soy sauce and five-spice powder. Add cabbage leaves, mushrooms and cook about 1 minute. Add cooked turkey and combine well. Separate out mixture into the lettuce leaves. Serve with soy beans (edamame).

Enjoy!

Don't forget to check out Natasja's blog post this week at http://www.studio516photography.com/blog/2011/5/6/fearless-friday-food-studio-516-photography.html

Changes and Happy Easter!

2011-04-24T12:15:00.002-04:00

Hi Everyone!

I hope you are having an amazing Easter today! My little T decided that he wanted to tie-dye his white polo shirt instead of put the color on the Easter eggs this morning. Oh well, my life with a one-year old.

If you've been to my website in the past day you will notice that it is in the process of changing from the old site to the new site. We've had a few hiccups with this process and right now the site is completely down. Don't worry, though, we should be up and running at the beginning of the week (crossing my fingers that it will be up early tomorrow). My email is also down, so if you need to contact me via email, please send your request either through my Facebook page or to my personal email christie.meresse@gmail.com.

Can't wait to share the new website and blog with you all!!

Happy Easter!

Christie

Tony and Allison - Eglin Officer's Club

2011-04-18T14:29:00.012-04:00

Fearless Friday - Perspective

2011-04-01T16:58:00.004-04:00

It's so hard to hear someone tell you that you can't do something. That you're just not what they are looking for or that you still have a long way to go before you're ready. This unfortunately has been happening to me a lot lately. This week it was my turn to choose our Fearless Friday post so I decided that this week we should talk about "perspective".

Although lately I have been turned away from some things that I was really hoping were going to pan out, I have decided that I will not let this deter me. My perspective on life and on my career will continue to be positive. I will not let others define how I choose to live my life.

I'm still looking up and moving forward

Don't forget to check out my friend Natasja's blog for her Fearless Friday post http://www.studio516photography.com/blog/2011/4/1/fearless-friday-perspective-studio-516-photography.html

Help Us Raise Money!

2011-03-15T20:11:00.005-04:00

Each year I try to find a couple of charities in which to make a donation. This year I have decided that at least one donation will be made to the Police Unity Tour. Several of our local Tallahassee Police Officers attend this event each year to ride for officers fallen in the line of duty. In order to help raise money for this event, I will be donating 100% of the sitting fee for each session booked. The session fee for these sessions will be $50. This is an amazing deal and all of the money collected will benefit the Police Unity Tour. Sessions will be approximately 30 minutes long and will take place on Saturday, April 2nd, 2011 and Sunday, April 10th, 2011. To book your session please email me at christie@christiemeresse.com

Fearless Friday - Journey

2011-03-11T16:58:00.007-05:00

One of my favorite things about being a wedding photographer is getting to hear how two people met. It always amazes me how people start down one path in life and then that journey leads them to an ending that they never expected. This week’s Fearless Friday post is about “Journey” (p.s. there is a giveaway at the bottom so make sure you read all the way down!)

I'd like to share with you the "journey" of Andy Meresse and Christie Schindler:

After high school, I began working a minimum wage job at a large retail store. I had NO knowledge of plants or anything else that I was supposed to be educating people about, but hey it was a job, right? After a couple of months working in the garden department I was asked to interview for a position in loss prevention. I thought the job sounded interesting so I applied for and got the position. Little did I know that having that job would completely change the path my life would follow.

After only a year of studying Psychology at the University of West Florida, I decided to transfer to Florida State University in Tallahassee, Florida to work on my Bachelor’s degree in Criminology. I kept my loss prevention job with the retail store and transferred to the Tallahassee location. Later that year, I was promoted and began working as a loss prevention specialist, apprehending shoplifters and investigating theft and fraud trends. Yes, me! My job was to walk around the store in “regular” clothes and investigate theft trends, assist with internal theft cases, put up in-store cameras, conduct surveillance, and apprehend shoplifters.

Enter Andy Meresse…

I saw Andy quite often while working in retail. He was the one who would remove the shoplifters from my office, handcuffs and all. We always had a very professional working relationship. I always thought, and hoped, that he would ask me out one day but as the years went on he never did. After I graduated college I was promoted to manage a loss prevention department with the same retail store in Orlando, Florida. It was over a year before I saw Andy again. A mutual friend (whom neither of us knew was a mutual friend) happened to interview for a position at my old job. After asking Andy what he thought about the job, Andy realized that she knew who I was. A couple of phone calls later and Andy was headed to Orlando for our first real date. And, as they say, the rest is history…

I think the best thing about our story is that Andy proposed in the exact same place where we first met: in front of the registers in the same retail store, both of us in “uniform”, with a ton of unsuspecting shoppers looking on.

Four years later we have this little munchin...

I would LOVE to hear how you met your other half! Leave a comment below and I will draw one couple for a $50 gift card. Winner will be announced on Friday, March 18th, 2011.

Also, don't forget to check out the rest of the Fearless Friday blogs...first up on your list is my really good friend Ashley Daniell Photography

Rachel ~ Tallahassee Bridal Session

2011-03-08T20:32:00.004-05:00

Jason, Jill and Zeus

2011-03-02T12:03:00.002-05:00

Little Zeus is now six months old and so so adoreable! I always have such a great time photographing Jason and Jill's family!

Website

2011-03-01T17:52:00.002-05:00

Oh my gosh, I cannot believe that it is already March 1st! I apologize for not being the best blogger these days, but I promise I will be back soon. I have been working on a new blog along with a new site and I hope to have everything ready to roll out soon. In the meantime, here is a picture of my two beautiful nieces and their half-sister.

Zeus' 6month baby portraits will be up on the blog later this week!

Fearless Friday - Amazing

2011-02-25T16:58:00.007-05:00

In an email from a friend today was a note that said "Bad decisions make good stories". I'm not sure about you, but I probably have many good stories to tell. This week in particular has been a tough week of dealing with some realities in my life. Trying to find the right image for this post really took a lot of time and effort. This week, the Fearless Friday girls are taking on the word AMAZING.

I think I've shared this image before, but I found it this week while rifiling through some family pictures. I love this image. I love the complexity of the canyon in the background against the serene environment of the golf course. I love how the sun peaks between the trees and over the Perrine Bridge. This image reminds me to always find the time to look around and take in all of the amazing gifts God has created for us.

My life may not be perfect. I may not get to do all of the things I want to do. I can, however, work hard everyday toward the things that are important to me. And even if I don't accomplish everything, I know that I will have done my best and in doing that, my life will still be AMAZING!

Don't forget to head on over to my friend Angie's blog to check out her post this week!!

Fearless Friday - Love

2011-02-10T20:27:00.020-05:00

Welcome to the first edition of Fearless Friday!! In December of this past year I attended the Making Thing Happen intensive in Watercolor, FL and met some AMAZING women who I am so glad to call my friends. Every other week, eight of us will be doing a post on our site all revolving around the same theme. In honor of the upcoming holiday, this week we will each be tackling our definition of LOVE.

I have so many things to be thankful for in my life, and love is a word that is used a lot in our house. I have an amazing husband, a beautiful son (yes, boys can be beautiful), a photography job that I truly love, a wonderful (and really big) family, and amazing friends.

One of the things I love most right now is seeing things from my little T's point of view. Every day he is growing and learning new things and it amazes me. He amazes me. For my post this week I thought I would tell you all of the things that Tyler loves.

LOVE from a 1yr old's point of view...

"I love to put stuff in the trash can and the toilet"...no seriously, he thinks its the funniest thing ever.

"I love to pull all of my clothes out of my dresser drawers"

"I love to hang out with my dad and watch a movie right before bed" - he's done this since he was a little baby and still does it everynight before going to sleep.

"I love my Maggie" - especially when he can pull her tail and feed her food from the high chair.

"I love being chased by my mom and dad"

"I love food" - this kid is a bottomless pit. There is nothing he won't eat.

"I love to stand in front of the washer and watch it spin"

"I love to climb on the couch, on the coffee table and into the bathtub"

"I LOVE bathtime"

"I love to close the door on people, even though I cry when I realize I lock myself in"

"I love to hang out with my cousins" - although you won't know it from their faces LOL

"I love to play in my crib"

Now you can head on over to my friend Angie's blog to see how she feels about "LOVE"

Canto Photography

Valentine's Day is just around the corner

2011-02-09T11:08:00.006-05:00

So this isn't technically my first Valentine's day as a mom, but it is the first year that I was able to make a fun Valentine's day card for my little T (sorry, no preview of the card yet).

I had so much fun picking out an outfit and taking a few shots of him last weekend. My big kid, Tyler...

Stay tuned for a new feature post on Friday! So excited!

Tony and Allison

2011-01-28T08:39:00.004-05:00

Oh my gosh, I seriously cannot believe that I have been so bad about posting on my blog lately. I am working on a few changes to my business for 2011, including a new blog site. I'm also currently trying to get in to the Master of Fine Arts program at Florida State. Think positive thoughts about my chances of getting in!! My application, which I have been working on for about five weeks now, is almost done and ready to be sent.

I promise I will be back shortly and will hopefully have a lot of new things for you all to enjoy!

Here is an image from Tony and Allison's engagement session in Crestview, Florida. I can't wait until their April wedding!

Evan and Renee - Maclay Gardens, Tallahassee

2011-01-10T21:58:00.003-05:00

I hope you all enjoyed the holiday's these past couple of months. It has been so crazy around here for me between sessions, Christmas, and planning Tyler's birthday party. I wanted to go back and create a full blog post for Evan and Renee's Thanksgiving wedding. I absolutely LOVED this wedding! Renee did an amazing job planning and everything looked so beautiful. The ceremony and reception was held at Maclay Gardens for their close family and friends.

Evan and Renee, I hope are two are enjoying married life!! I wish you all the best!!

Evan and Renee - Maclay Gardens, Tallahassee, FL

2010-12-10T09:24:00.005-05:00

Quick Peek at Evan and Renee's beautiful Thanksgiving ceremony at Maclay Gardens. I have a ton more to post soon...stay tuned :)

Changes are coming to my life

2010-12-01T10:52:00.011-05:00

This post has moved to my new personal Tumblr page

www.christiemeresse.tumblr.com/

Joe and Stefanie

2010-11-28T14:07:00.005-05:00

I've been photographing Joe and Stefanie's wonderful family for about a year now so I was so so excited for their November wedding this year! They celebrated their day with close family and friends at a beautiful outdoor ceremony at Goodwood Museum and Gardens in Tallahassee.

Joe and Stefanie, thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of your lives this past year. Your wedding was amazing and I know you are going to have an amazing life together.

John and Jenny

2010-11-16T22:03:00.012-05:00

I assisted my friend Ashley Daniell a couple of weeks ago with her wedding in Destin, FL. John and Jenny had a beautiful, simple ceremony on the beach with their family and close friends. I am so glad that they let us be a part of their day. Ashley and I had such a great time and wish John and Jenny all the best in their marriage.

Here are a few of my images from the day..

Newton and Bronwen - Eden State Gardens

2010-11-10T22:47:00.006-05:00

A couple of weekends ago I second shot for my friend Ashley Daniell Photography at Eden State Gardens. It was such a beautiful wedding and the bride and groom and their families were so great to work with. Bronwen and Newton, I hope you guys had a great time on your honeymoon and a safe trip back home.

One of the bridesmaid's made both the bridal and flower girl's headpieces. Aren't they amazing?!?

Ceremony: Eden State Gardens
Reception: Watersound Village Commons
Flowers: Events by Nouveau
Headpieces: MollyGee Designs
Band: Bobby Moore and the Rhythm Aces

Tori - 2011 Ft. Walton Beach High School Senior

2010-11-03T21:47:00.002-04:00

Amber

2010-10-25T20:26:00.002-04:00

Paul and Ginny - October 2, 2010

2010-10-08T00:16:00.007-04:00

Paul and Ginny had an amazing wedding at the Southwood House in southeast Tallahssee last Saturday! I had such a great time and loved all of the little details that they incorporated throughout the ceremony and reception. Here are a few images from their day:

Wedding Dress: Vocelles Bridal
Flowers: Missy Gunnels Flowers
DJ: Perry D
Venue: Southwood House
Wedding cake: Katie's Cakes and Catering

Little T

2010-09-27T19:35:00.003-04:00

My little T is getting so big! This week he is 9 months old!! Unfortunately for Tyler, his mother loves to have the camera out...even for bathtime.

Kristina - Keller Williams Real Estate agent

2010-09-23T20:11:00.003-04:00

Kristina and I have been friends for a long time. When she called about needing new headshots for her real estate site, I was more than thrilled to catch up and hang out with her in Orlando!!

With the low interest rates and number of available properties, right now is a perfect time for you to buy your new home! If you are in the market for a new home for you and your family (or just you), make sure you give Kristina a call!

Kristina Brownell
Cell: (407) 443-0066
Kristina@OrlandoPropertyGroup.com
www.OrlandoPropertyGroup.com

Shanon and Mallory

2010-09-20T20:48:00.004-04:00

Last week I had the pleasure of photographing Shanon and Mallory's intimate ceremony at the home of Shanon's parents. It was such a sweet ceremony and I'm so glad that they let me be a part of their day. I wanted to change a few things up on the blog so...here's a few notes from the bride and groom.

From Shanon:

"Mallory and I met one night while I was working. I asked a mutual friend to introduce us. She was beautiful and her smile lit up the whole room. We have been through a lot in four years, and I am honored to call Mallory my wife."

From Mallory:

"Shanon and I met while I was a junior in college. One night after classes, I met friends at a local bar&grille to play pool and that's where I was introduced to Shanon for the first time. He was the cutest bouncer I had ever seen. I became very interested in pool after that night...but only on the nights he was working! It has been love ever since. Now, four years later, I am excited to say that we are newly married and starting a life together as Mr. and Mrs. Reeves!"

2010 Holiday Mini-sessions

2010-09-06T21:35:00.005-04:00

The 2010 holiday season is almost here...YEAH! I am seriously excited about the cool weather coming soon (hopefully). Since it's already September I wanted to go ahead and send out the information for this year's holiday mini-sessions. I will be doing two mini-session events this year, one in Tallahassee and one in Fort Walton Beach. See below for details and dates for both sessions. Be sure to book your session early by emailing christie@christiemeresse.com.

Tallahassee Sessions:

Fort Walton Beach Sessions:

Newborn - Jason and Jill

2010-09-01T22:56:00.001-04:00

Amy's boys...

2010-08-31T21:59:00.005-04:00

These two brothers are so adorable! They had so much fun running around and hanging out in Southwood for their session. Thank you so much Amy for letting me photograph your boys!

This last one is one of my favorites from the session :)

Russell Beach Session - Destin, FL

2010-08-30T21:13:00.002-04:00

Taylor - Senior 2011

2010-08-13T22:27:00.001-04:00

Kelsey - Fort Walton Beach High School Senior 2011

2010-08-03T22:29:00.003-04:00

Jeff, Christie and their adorable kids

2010-07-18T13:51:00.006-04:00

Ross and Sarah

2010-07-12T22:16:00.009-04:00

Last weekend I had the great pleasure of second shooting for my friend and fellow photographer Ashley Daniell. We had such a great time working with Sarah and Ross and their wedding was absolutely beautiful! John Gandy Events did an fabulous job with the event planning and Missy Gunnels flowers were nothing short of amazing!!

I hope you guys had a great honeymoon in Destin!

Dwyane and Amy

2010-07-11T16:19:00.003-04:00

Ito Family

2010-07-10T21:47:00.003-04:00

I've been a little backed up on blogging. Here are a couple from a family session in Downtown Tallahassee. The Ito boys were so cute!!! I really enjoyed working with you guys!

Martin and Breana - Hotel Duval

2010-07-03T23:04:00.003-04:00

Martin and Breana were married at the beautiful Hotel Duval in downtown Tallahassee. Amy from Papaya Wedding Planning did an amazing job with setting up and coordinating the wedding!

It was great working with you guys! You are such an amazing couple and I am so glad that I was able to be a part of your wedding day!

Idaho Vacation

2010-07-01T22:40:00.001-04:00

Couple of pictures from the canyon where Andy and I played golf in Idaho. I will be posting images from my workshop in Salt Lake City soon!

Jason and Jill are expecting!!

2010-06-28T22:18:00.006-04:00

I am so excited for Jason and Jill! They are expecting their first baby boy in a few weeks and I can't wait to meet him!

Congratulations you guys! See you soon :)

Changes coming...

2010-06-21T23:03:00.004-04:00

Hi Everyone! I want to first thank all of my wonderful clients for their continuous support over the past two years. Many changes will be coming to Christie Meresse Photogrpahy in the next few weeks. We have new products for portrait clients, new wedding albums, and a change in pricing. I wanted to post a quick message to let you all know that anyone who contacts me for portait sessions or weddings prior to July 17th will lock at the current prices.

Thank you again! I look forward to seeing you in pictures :)

Christie

And since every post is better with a picture, here's an image from Kati's maternity session...

Kerriann - Senior Portraits Pensacola, FL

2010-06-19T01:24:00.002-04:00

Megan - Bridal Session, Destin

2010-06-14T20:00:00.001-04:00

Getavius and Kandace - Bradley's Pond

2010-05-31T19:07:00.004-04:00

Chelsea - Senior 2011

2010-05-30T00:28:00.002-04:00

Good Morning Mommy!!

2010-05-15T12:09:00.001-04:00

Zach and Ellen - Tallahassee Women's Club

2010-05-08T22:21:00.006-04:00

A few more...

2010-04-28T23:48:00.001-04:00

I found a few more pictures from Alaina and Daniel's session that I had to post :)

Daniel and Alaina - portrait session

2010-04-26T23:43:00.003-04:00

I had such a great time hanging out with Daniel and Alaina at Southwood yesterday! You guys were awesome!!

For all of you brides out there, Alaina is the owner of Creating a Scene on Thomasville road. Stop in and check out her store or visit her website to see the beautiful things she can do for your ceremony or reception.

Stephen and Becca

2010-04-26T23:31:00.003-04:00

Paul and Ginny

2010-04-22T21:36:00.002-04:00

Tyler - 4 months

2010-04-18T21:51:00.002-04:00

My little bear is getting so big. Next week he'll be four months! Can't wait until my canvas print of this image is delivered!! I love you little man!

Keven and Christina - Pebble Hill Plantation

2010-04-14T21:58:00.003-04:00

Lance and Shanna

2010-04-11T22:18:00.003-04:00

Evah's Bridal Session - FSU School of Music

2010-04-03T18:50:00.002-04:00

The Lloyd Family - Ft. Pickens, Pensacola Beach

2010-03-26T21:03:00.001-04:00

Kyleigh McKenna

2010-03-15T22:21:00.000-04:00

2010-03-13T18:57:00.003-05:00

Joe, Stefanie, and Allie - Maclay Gardens

2010-03-10T21:17:00.002-05:00

Luke and Diana - Lake Iamonia Farms, Tallahassee

2010-03-09T14:43:00.007-05:00

Tyler - 2 months

2010-02-27T14:18:00.012-05:00

Jorge, Laura and Gabby

2010-01-29T11:10:00.014-05:00

Brian and Tiffany

2010-01-26T22:14:00.007-05:00

Tyler Andrew

2010-01-25T23:07:00.008-05:00

Joe and Michelle

2010-01-09T16:28:00.009-05:00

CSM_5414, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

Alyssa - 3months

2009-12-10T20:57:00.007-05:00

Beiro Family

2009-12-06T20:13:00.007-05:00

Mike and Vanessa

2009-11-04T20:20:00.013-05:00

Mako and Brenda

2009-11-03T21:43:00.005-05:00

Josh and Kristen

2009-10-27T21:59:00.013-04:00

John and Anelle

2009-10-26T19:42:00.016-04:00

Steve and Elisabeth

2009-10-19T20:23:00.012-04:00

Joe and Michelle

2009-10-15T19:26:00.010-04:00

Jason and Jill

2009-10-05T20:41:00.008-04:00

Chris and Lisa

2009-10-05T20:33:00.007-04:00

Skyla and Kyleigh

2009-09-21T21:17:00.002-04:00

Skyla and Kyleigh are my two beautiful nieces. I love you guys!

Lucas, Bobby, and Holly

2009-09-06T16:34:00.016-04:00

Mario and Heather

2009-07-28T20:07:00.007-04:00

James and Melissa

2009-07-23T21:54:00.014-04:00

St. George Island Family Portraits

2009-07-19T13:10:00.011-04:00

Mike and Vanessa

2009-07-05T21:22:00.004-04:00

Rick and Sarah

2009-06-15T11:58:00.009-04:00

Sarah and Rick had the most amazing wedding this past Saturday. Thank you guys so much for allowing me to be a part of your day. I hope you have a wonderful trip to Jamaica! Thank you also to Whitney Fletcher for helping me out this weekend! You were a life saver.

Reception: The Retreat at Bradley's Pond

Caterer: Catering Capers

Flowers: Missy Gunnels

DJ: Willie Brown

Richard and Aimee - Tallahassee, FL

2009-05-22T18:32:00.009-04:00

John and Kathryn

2009-05-18T21:28:00.009-04:00

Goodwood Museum and Gardens

2009-04-30T21:29:00.009-04:00

Goodwood Museum and Gardens, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

John and Kathryn

2009-04-23T22:30:00.008-04:00

I was so glad to be able to photograph John and Kathryn before their wedding this upcoming weekend. I met them at Kathryn's parents house and we had a great time getting some shots to put out at their wedding reception. I can't wait to see you guys on Saturday!

Tallahassee, FL, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

Happy Birthday Amyah!!

2009-04-20T00:06:00.009-04:00

Happy Birthday Amyah! Amyah turned two last week and her family celebrated with a Dora themed cookout at Tom Brown Park. Thank you for letting me be there to capture how absolutely adoreable your family is!!! Here are a few pictures from the park. I'll have the rest to you guys this week...

CSM_8062, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

CSM_8083, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

CSM_8076, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

CSM_8095, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

CSM_8121, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

Brandon and Tanya

2009-04-18T18:16:00.006-04:00

Brandon and Tanya had the most beautiful, most relaxing wedding this morning at McClay Gardens! I am so happy for you guys. I hope you have a fantastic time on your cruise!!! Here are a few pictures from today.

~CM

MClay Gardens Wedding, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

Andrew and Christine - Tallahassee Garden Club

2009-04-13T20:04:00.009-04:00

This past weekend I had the great pleasure of attending Andrew and Christine's beautiful ceremony at the Tallahassee Garden Club. Thank you so much for allowing me and Lori to be a part of your day! You guys are such a great couple and I wish you all the best.

rings, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

Getting ready, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

Bridal, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

Tallahassee Garden Club, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

Tallahassee kids, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

Tallahassee Garden Club, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

Beach Bridal Portraits

2009-04-06T19:21:00.004-04:00

Florida Beach Bridal, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

FL Beach Bridals 2, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

FL Beach Bridals 4, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

FL Beach Bridals 3, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

Navarre Beach

2009-04-06T18:36:00.006-04:00

Navarre Beach, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

Navarre Beach Bridal , originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

Navarre Beach Bridals 2, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

Navarre Beach Bridals 3, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

Shane and Denise - 03.14.2009

2009-03-17T20:00:00.001-04:00

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Susan Stripling Workshop - St. Petersburg, FL

2009-03-17T19:54:00.000-04:00

This past Friday I had the opportunity to attend one of Susan Stripling's workshops in St. Petersburg, FL. This seminar was absolutely AWESOME!!! Thank you to all of the models who braved the FL heat all day in wedding attire. You guys were great!
While I was there I met some really talented photographers. I hope to stay in touch with you all. Good luck in the future.

THANK YOU SUSAN for the great workshop!

Here are a few images from the day.

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Aric and Domonique

2009-03-17T19:20:00.001-04:00

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_DSC4340, originally uploaded by christie.meresse.

New addition!

2009-01-29T22:16:00.000-05:00

Skyla Morgan is finally here!!! Welcome to our family little one.

My sister Jackie had a beautiful baby girl a week ago. Kyleigh is loving being a big sister and trying to help wherever she can. Congratulations Jackie...We love you guys!

And of course, I had to post pictures of my beautiful niece Kyleigh McKenna

She loves her sister!

Jackie's family

Idaho Vacation

2009-01-18T14:55:00.001-05:00

A few weeks ago Andy and I were able to go and visit some of my family in Idaho. We had a great time and were able to sneak out for some snapshots in the snow. Here are some of my favorites.

Family Portraits

2009-01-11T22:18:00.000-05:00

I had the great pleasure of meeting this family over the weekend! This family of eight surprised their mother by showing up at her home each carrying a dozen roses!

It was so nice to meet all of you this weekend! I hope you all had a safe trip home. Below are a few pictures from your session. I will drop the discs off this week so hopefully you will each get one soon.

~ Christie

Klos Family

2009-01-03T18:40:00.000-05:00

John and Lisa

2008-12-28T23:21:00.000-05:00

Thank you so much for having Andy and I at the wedding last weekend, Aunt Lisa!! It was great seeing everyone! The weddding was absolutely beautiful and we were so glad to spend the day with you and John and the rest of the family. I'm so happy for you both and hope you have a fantastic honeymoon! Here are a couple of pictures from the day...

Lee Family Portraits

2008-12-08T21:58:00.000-05:00

It was great to see you guys again! Andy and I had a great time this weekend at Dorthy B. Oven park. I can't believe how big Cale has gotten and how grown up Kristen and Abby look!! Here are a few pictures from the session. I'll drop the pictures off to you soon!

Ben and Heather - third maternity session

2008-12-06T17:02:00.000-05:00

You guys are so cute! I couldn't figure out which pictures to put up. Here are a couple of my favs...

This one was my favorite!!!