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It all started with a giggle and maybe even a few lollipop. This 4th of July weekend was filled with family. Five families joined together; four sisters, two grandparents, four husbands and some super cute kids. There was no crying, only laughter on this cool summer day. Who could ask for a better day?
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Thanks to everyone for such a great afternoon of jumping, smiling and just plain fun.
Over July 4th weekend, I headed up to the Peninsula in Lake Norman, NC to shoot five very fun and super friendly families. This sneak peek is of the four sisters and the their parents. Just wait until you see all the cute kids. More to come later this week.
It didn’t start off well. He came in the house in his little car seat all bundled from the cold afternoon. As soon as I saw his little face, I had to smile. Funny thing is, he began to cry. I was worried I scared him or upset his day, but it was neither. He bounced right back into his happy mood as soon as he was lifted from his seat. All he wanted was to be held.
Hudson joined our family two months ago. He’s such a handsome little boy full of personality.
Oh, and before I forget. Hudson has his very own guard dog – - Lucy. She made sure that I didn’t harm Hudson. Check out her ears.
The W Family is amazing. They are all kind, polite and super smart; plus they have three dogs that I said I would kidnap in a heartbeat for being such sweethearts.
Meet Jody and Chris plus the pups – Chloe, Barkley and Doc (left to right):
And here’s Blaine (8) and Tyler (12).
This family are huge dog lover (which makes me love this family even more). All of the W family dogs have been adopted from different rescue groups. They are also the best dogs to photograph. I think they stood or sat still for most of the pictures without any complaints.
And check out the men of this family. One word: Handsome.
Last but not least is the whole family all together with the dogs. We shot most of these pictures near a golf course and when Chris said Jody’s dad is a huge golfer, we jumped at the chance to get a shot on the green.
Thanks W Family for letting me spend some time with you and shooting your upcoming Christmas card. Have a super holiday season!
p.s. Tish Mackay Photography will be at Birkdale Village at Bella Ropa this Saturday from 11am-2pm taking pictures with Santa to benefit Project HALO.
Hope to see you there!
Dana contacted me with a request. She asked how I would feel about sneaking around with her to kidnap her boyfriend’s dog named Shotgun and get some pictures of him as a birthday/Christmas gift. I loved her thoughtfulness so much, that I had to say yes. I joined Dana at an empty house (her boyfriend was out for the rest of the day) and Shotgun, an eleven year-old sweetheart. I fell in love with Shotgun the minute I walked in the door and he greeted me with a lean. The rest of the shoot was filled with treats, a couple of dog kisses and some great sunshine.
I love his face so much. He is such a happy dog and it shows.
Dana shared lots of great stories about Shotgun getting into trouble. My favorite one was when he escaped from the backyard and headed up the street to the shopping center. They said he traveled up the escalator to the surrounding restaurants. People where petting on him and feeding him scraps when he was picked up by Dana’s boyfriend. So this next picture had to be included of him at the fence plotting his next great escape.
I learned a lot about Shotgun during our shoot. He loves to get his back scratched and will stand very still in the same place forever if you do so.
And after running around and making sure the yard was rid of squirrels, we headed inside to Shotgun’s favorite spot; the couch.
I don’t know why, but his surprised face in the next picture just makes me smile.
I have to say that I loved everything about this dog and his awesome personality right down to his paws. 
I promise I haven’t dropped off the face of the earth! I picked up a nasty bug last week and I’m still trying to get back to normal.
A few weeks ago, I helped out at a Project HALO adoption event at Birkdale Village. The day started out cloudy with a few showers on the way. I got to the event to find out they were short staffed so after snapping pictures, I jumped at the opportunity to hold a leash and find my new friend a home. I asked the normal questions; how old is the pup? What is his name? And where did he come from? But this time, the last question was the one that took the longest and with reason.
Nacho was turned over to a Greenville, SC shelter and was set to be put down on a Monday. HALO sent information to have him released, and so his new sentence moved to Wednesday. HALO didn’t hear back until that Friday that Nacho was ready to be picked up – escaping death three times. HALO thought it would only be fitting to rename the dog, Chance.
Chance was different to me. Not only his coloring, but his attitude. Being only eight months, he was more of a dog than a puppy. He was calm. He sat to be petted or given attention. He loved his ears rubbed or just to be walked on a leash. He was polite and he reminded me of my friend’s dog named Katie. The lightbulb went off. I walked Chance over to meet my buddy and it was love at first site. They both fell in love and so adoption process began.
A week later and Chance not only has a new home, but a sister who could be his twin. Chance is a Catahoula or leopard dog. He loves his new dog bed, long walks with his new family and kids. He is my Friday Fave because who doesn’t love a happy ending. I am so proud to have been a part of the process of placing a dog into a loving home with a owner who takes chances all the time. This Chance happens to be my favorite.
Hope everyone has a super weekend and if it’s a long one for you, have a great extra day off. Happy Friday!
Have you ever spent the day with two children under the age of two? Anything and everything is amazing to these beautiful kids from the Hoffman family, plus they never stopped moving. I had such a great time seeing both of their personalities come out during this shoot.
Could she be any more cute? I want to squeeze her!
Those curls are way too adorable. He is so handsome.
Little Mary Sunshine herself.
Bubble time!
How do you say no to this face?
Last but not least, is super mom. Not only is Iesha the mother of these two awesome kids, but she works full-time during the day and an actor in the evening with Shakespeare Carolina. She’s the lead in the upcoming play starting today of Antony and Cleopatra. So yes, you could say she has her hands full. She will be the first to admit that her husband Tad, will swoop in from time to time to save the day as well.
Did I mention she’s absolutely stunning? Can’t wait to see her on stage – break a leg!
I have to say that it was a huge honor to be invited to capture Ramsay’s third birthday. We expected rain, but the day was just full of surprises, sunshine and smiles. Here are a few pictures from that wonderful day. Can’t wait to come back and play with all the cool new toys.
A little giggle with Liza on the front porch waiting on guests to arrive.
Ramsay’s new friend/gift and his favorite animal; an elephant.
Ramsay’s new ride, a Power Wheels Escalade.
Just another laugh with dad. Happy birthday Ramsay!
