Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Christmas Sessions with SSP





SO this past year, 2011, has been one of the most challenging, hardest years of my whole entire life. Heartbreak, loss of life, loss of self, top the list.

Naturally, as we celebrate Christmas, I feel so blessed to be filled with cheer. So, as I reflect on this past year, I am in awe at not only how much I have changed, but how fast it truly flew by. Here's to all the new transitions life has brought my way-May God Bless all of my clients, friends, and family, as we prepare to take in and wish well 2012. Here are a few of my favorite holiday captures from the past few weeks!

Love & Light Always,
Serena

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Christmas Cards






So this past Halloween we had all the kids in (minus their half-sister, sweet Miss Rylee) AND amazingly all the kids had red shirts on - BESIDES Kayleigh and Brad-SOOOoo I put them all in red and shot some pictures in front of the line of pine trees in our backyard. These were some of my most favorite pictures-and Joseph, my fiance, decided to sign off our Christmas Card as Mr. & Mrs. Clause (and our kids as "Santa's Elves") Haha! I love the holidays-and I love my soon-to-be husband's sense of humor for sure!

Happy Holidays Everyone-Decorating can never go down too early!

Love & Light Always,
Serena

Sunday, August 7, 2011

Hawaii














So I know I haven't blogged hardly at all during 2011...but I have been extremely busy! This summer I had the pleasure of going to Hawaii and Yosemite with my fiance and his family. The views in both places were absolutely breathtaking. Here are a few of my favorite shots from our Hawaiian journey.We were fortunate enough to experience 2 islands, the island of Maui and the island of Oahu! Enjoy!

Love & Light Always,
Serena

Monday, January 17, 2011

SKI TRIP 2011







Our ski trip was an amazing adventure. Personal photos taken...but equally breath-taking

Wednesday, January 5, 2011

Top 10 Photos of 2010

TOP 10 OF 2010!


As I reflect on my first year of creating Serene Spaces Photography, I am sifting through the images I have created for various clients, and I can definitely tell that I have improved as a photographer over the past year! SO, as my worst critic, here are my TOP 10 FAVORITE SHOTS from 2010! Enjoy!



#10 FRISKY FAIRIES

My two sweet little cousins, Emma and Cecilia, participated in my "Fairies on the Falls" photo sessions that are held every June at Fall Creek Falls. The smiles on their faces, the glow of mischief and laughter, the personality and uniqueness of their wings....I know I may be a bit partial-BUT, as I went over all the photos I've taken over the past year, these girls DEFINITELY made my top 10!


#9 - ROCK-STAR

Rocking out as a ROCK-STAR on your first birthday has to be the BEST way to celebrate your first year of life! =) Photographing this sweet little boy playing on his new drum set, on his VERY 1st birthday, reminded me that this is what the world is searching for-I think we just tend to forget along the way! Because at the end of the day-recognizing what you were born to do-your talents, your gifts, the Creativity that the Creator has blessed us with, so that we can, in fact, create in honor of Him! is what it is all about!
Those of you who are still soul searching-If you allow yourself to reflect, I believe you will find it all begins with a childhood dream, a sense of wonder, and of course, drumming to the beats all your own!!! Thank you Kannon for allowing me to capture mementos of your FIRST BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION!




#8 FLOWERS & LACE


Macey was one of the most breathtaking brides I have ever seen (And I have seen a lot!) She literally brought tears to my eyes when she walked out of the salon for her Bridal Portrait Session! She is such a beautiful young woman-and this picture of her bouquet and wedding engagement ring remind me how serene, calm, and vintage her wedding truly was-it was a perfect reflection of her relationship with her now hubby-Brad!




#7-CARNIVAL COUPLE! JAMIE & JERRY

Jamie and Jerry are very dear to my heart! From the first time I saw them together I knew they were a match made in heaven! There is just so much YOUNG PASSIONATE INNOCENT LOVE between them-and I am always thrilled to capture it in as many creative ways possible before their wedding day this upcoming May 2011!




#6-MISS NOVEMBER

Miss Kayla Johnson, posing for the TN Tech Calendar as "Miss November" on her and one of her best friends, Candice's "Favorite Fishing Rock" down at Johnson's Chapel on Center Hill Lake



#5 - PASSIONATE MOMENTS

The way Garry is holding Ashley in this photo just makes me melt! Her ring is BEAUTIFULLY showcased as well during this romantic embrace! These two are definitely a "super-model" couple! =) AND I am so so super excited they are expecting a new bundle of joy in a few months-another BEAUTIFUL child to add to their BEAUTIFUL family! =) CONGRATULATIONS AGAIN!




#4 - SWEET CHILD OF MINE

Baby Maddux Axl (Named after Axl Rose from Guns n Roses) is preciously posed in his father's guitar case, with the lyrics from the world famous "Sweet Child of Mine" Guns n Roses notes....PRICELESS!!! TOTALLY LOVED THIS PHOTO SESSION! CONGRATS Sarah & Jason!



#3 - BREATHTAKING BRIDAL PORTRAITS

SO I had the honor of capturing beautiful bridal portraits of Chelsa in the same area as where her husband-to-be proposed a week before their wedding! Rock Island is truly a special place!!!



#2 - SEASIDE NEWLYWEDS

Gulf Shores, Alabama, right before the horrible oil spill reached the shores, I had the opportunity to photograph this couple for an "After Session" in God's glorious beautiful oceanfront in the Gulf of Mexico! I had so much fun on this destination wedding-that I could hardly call it "work" *wink wink*



#1 TOP FAVORITE PHOTO TAKEN IN 2010!- SPARK MY HEART ON FIRE!

10-10-10 was probably one of the most popular wedding dates this past year, and it was absolutely BEAUTIFUL the day of Chelsa & Jackson's wedding! Blue skies, falling crisp leaves, AND later on that crisp Autumn wedding night, the wedding party enjoyed SPARKLERS before the wedding couple left their reception, and I was able to capture the bride and groom as they created a "Sparkle Heart" ... and the expressions on their faces, well, to me, it was just amazing and perfect!




Thank you everyone for allowing the first year of Serene Spaces Photography to be such an amazing adventure! I look forward to more inspiring challenges and tasks in 2011!

CHEERS!,
Serena

Friday, December 31, 2010

Baby Maddux





Baby Maddux Axl (Named after Axl Rose from Guns n Roses) is preciously posed in his father's guitar case, with the lyrics from the world famous "Sweet Child of Mine" Guns n Roses notes....PRICELESS!!!

Thursday, December 23, 2010

Boudoir-Couture Photo Sessions



SEXY.UNIQUE.MODERN.ARTISTIC.EDGY.STRONG.CONFIDENT.
HIGH FASHION!!!!

BOUDOIR COUTURE PHOTO SESSIONS!


Valentine's Day is right around the corner. What better way to "Wow" your lover than gifting that "Little Black Book"?!?!
Whether you are wanting to surprise that special someone this Valentine's Day OR looking to celebrate YOUR UNIQUE SELF, High Fashion Boudoir Couture Photo Sessions are the PERFECT ANSWER! All shoots are shot in a sophisticated high fashion atmosphere, shooting and posing you in your best light!

There is something sexy about every woman-and Serene Spaces Photography wants to play that up! Sexy can be a glance, or a suggestion, or a gesture. All of our sessions are tailored to bring out your own unique personality!

WAIT! THERE'S MORE!

Before I hear, "I need to lose ___ pounds before something like that" OR "No way-I've had kids already...." Let me show you the BEAUTY of BEFORE and AFTER!

Stretch Marks All Gone =)



And I am more than thrilled to let my clients know that I have finally mastered magazine quality editing and processing. Here is an example of the difference between general editing and MAGAZINE QUALITY EDITING! I shot with the lovely Miss Kayla Johnson last Spring for a calendar for TN Tech...after applying "Star-Bright Eye" ... "Face Slenderizing" and a few other amazing photo editing tools and techniques I've learned over the past few months-Here is an example of the results!



Please understand that yes, new technology is AMAZING...However, please note that I am not a plastic surgeon...for example I cannot transform an image of "Bigfoot" into a "Barbie Doll" However I CAN shoot with you and pose/edit/process/print images that showcase you and your best features in your best light!! So if you have ever considered a "Boudoir" photo shoot, you should book yours TODAY!

HIGH FASHION BOUDOIR-COUTURE COLLECTION INCLUDES:

- Professional Photography Coverage at Home Studio
- Wardrobe Consultation
- Up to 5 Wardrobe Changes
- 1 Hour Make-Up(Eyes & Lips Only-Please provide your own base/foundation) and Spray Tan Application
- 2-3 Hours...High Fashion Photo Shoot
- 30 High Resolution Images, Edited/Airbrushed/Enhanced Magazine Quality Style
- Private Password Protected Online Viewing Gallery
- Master Photo CD, 5x7 "Little Black Book"
- A "Serene Spaces Photography" Experience!
- $200

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Love & Light Always,
Serena

(931) 212-5880
www.serenespacesphotography.com