Lauren Larsen Photography Blog » Blog Archive » Jamie // {Dallas} Bride: [...] Jamie and Ryan got married on Saturday at Royal Lane Baptist Church in Dallas and had their {AMAZING} reception at F.I.G. {Fashion Industry Gallery} downtown. Jamie and I were in the same sorority in college and Saturday I had the privilege to photograph her wedding. Words fail me when I try to describe the beauty that is Jamie. She is an amazingly kind person who cares more about others than herself. I was blown away watching her talk to {seriously} all 500 guests at her wedding. I didn’t see her eat… and I wouldn’t be surprised if she didn’t because she just wanted to make sure that everyone was having a great time. I just love her. I just love everything about who she is! It was an honor to be your photographer, Jamie & Ryan! [...] ( December 14, 2009 7:20 am )
abby d: Jamie, yall look fabulous. The red shoes are perfect. Great job momma L ( September 24, 2009 9:02 pm )
Lindsay: These are phenomenal. I love them! Awesome perspective! ( September 22, 2009 5:11 pm )
wrecklessgirl: pretty, pretty girly. the heave-ho over the back makes me smile; i mean, who DOESN'T like to be flipped?! ( September 22, 2009 2:41 pm )
I photographed this little cutie a year and a half ago and a couple of weeks ago had the privilege to photograph him again! He’s grown up SO fast! Here’s my favorite image of him from last year:
And here are my favorites from this year. He’s such a cutie!
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vanessa warren: precious. ( September 17, 2009 8:28 am )
wrecklessgirl: l'adoro. ( September 17, 2009 5:43 am )
The other day I got a Facebook message from a photographer friend of mine from highschool, Lindsay Horn, asking if I could fill her shoes to photograph the homecoming of a couple who has been in Iraq for 9 months away from their 28-month old little girl. I got chills reading Lindsay’s message and was honored that she thought of me to take her place in photographing their homecoming. I instantly messaged her back and said that I would be honored for the opportunity.
Josh and Emily’s flight arrived early Friday morning at DFW Airport, but all the anxious family members were wide awake. I’m sure that it felt like Christmas morning for most of them as they waited. So much suspense filled the waiting area. Little M, Emily and Josh’s precious little 28-month old daughter was dancing all throughout the lobby. Her innocence and excitement made me tear up at times. It was like I had been given the sweetest little gift… the honor of following her around photographing her face, her feet and her little hands as she jitter-ed out her anticipation while she waited to see her momma and daddy.
When the plane arrived, patriotic music played loudly as people waved American flags. Suspense thickened as we continued to wait. And wait. And wait. And then finally…soldiers began to come through the double doors. Loud clapping, couples running to each other for their first kiss in 9 months, and then… M’s turn. Emily’s (the momma) face was priceless. M ran to her and next to her daddy like it was out of a movie or something. And for the first time in 9 months, they were home and all was back to normal. For a moment all things were Right.
As I was photographing, time was frozen. Tears filled my eyes and I could barely see clearly enough to know if my camera was in focus or not, but somehow we got the shots and the moment is forever frozen in time. This was a “good for the soul” moment and being able to photograph it was such a privilege.
Josh and Emily, welcome home. I hope your two weeks back has been and will continue to be just what you need to go and finish your time. My prayers are with you both and your beautiful little girl! Thank you for the privilege to serve you. And thank you for all that you do for us.
Hailey R. Cook: Lauren, Thank you so very much for capturing such a special moment for my family! There aren't enough words to describe the emotions captured in these images. -Hailey Cook ( January 14, 2011 7:38 pm )
Phillip: hey, that third picture is my family sitting around waiting for me, that's AWESOME, can I use that? ( October 7, 2009 11:41 pm )
Jan Cook: http://appleapplejuicejuice.blogspot.com/ Here's my blog... it doesn't say all that I want to say and how much I want to thank you. Words fail me. Again, thank you Lauren, from the bottom of my heart. ( September 14, 2009 4:58 pm )
vanessa warren: Ok, crying {again}! I love this. Just incredible. Whoever thought to bring a photographer to this moment...brilliant. YOU are awesome. ( September 14, 2009 3:31 pm )
Emily Anderson: WOW! Incredible! Good job. My prayers are with them, and the rest of the soldiers. ( September 14, 2009 3:04 pm )
Lindsay: Tears are flowing. What beautiful words to go with such beautiful images, you did a wonderful job. Thank you! :) ( September 14, 2009 2:15 pm )
Charis: I LOVE this girl! And I love your pictures Lauren. These are beautiful pics of a beautiful girl. Hope you are doing so well. ( September 29, 2009 11:24 pm )