Orange Cat Photography Blog

Kennedy

Dana — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 18:38:36 +0000

I have known Kennedy’s mommy since we were in the second grade. We have been friends ever since! I am so happy for Erin and Mark and their new arrival, little Kennedy. I know they will be wonderful parents and I think she’s already got dad wrapped around her little finger!

Outer Banks | Marathon

Dana — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:20:06 +0000

This past weekend I trekked across our beautiful state to the Outer Banks with my family. My brother and husband decided several months ago they wanted to do a marathon and after all of their training, it was time to put their endurance to the test! I really don’t know how they did it; I can’t even imagine running a mile! But they did it! They finished and really did well! Martin (my husband) had two feet full of blisters, but they really survived it without any injury!

Here are a few from the day:

Early in the morning before they started and at the start.

Midway…made it in only 2 hours!

The finish!

North Carolina is one of the most beautiful states in the U.S. and it was so nice to see another part of it. We really felt as though we were in a different part of the country because it is so different from the western side. NC is known for its lighthouses so we ventured out to see a couple of them.

Here is Bodie Island Lighthouse

And this is Currituck

And a couple other landscape shots….I am not much of a landscape photographer but sometimes it is nice to try something different!

2008 Christmas Cards are here!

Dana — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 19:43:48 +0000

It is time to launch our 2008 Christmas card line. I find this hard to believe, but the calendar tells me that it is already the middle of November! There are only a few appointments left for Christmas pictures, so please call me at 828.322.8523 to book your appointment!

Here are our Custom card designs:

Vintage Collection:

Modern Collection:

All cards are 5×7 format and come with envelopes. Prices are as follows:

5×7 Cards $175 for 50 cards
$55 for each additional set of 25

Approximate turn-around time is 2 weeks, but we will be working hard to get these out sooner as the holidays are quickly approaching!

Speaking of Babies……

Dana — Wed, 05 Nov 2008 17:23:36 +0000

It has been so overwhelmingly busy here at the studio that I haven’t had the chance to make a very important post despite wanting to so very much. But this works out perfect because now I have a picture to go with my news.

We are pregnant! Yes, there will soon be a little Orange Cat kitten around here! Martin (my husband) and I are very excited needless to say. I am 19 weeks now and we are not finding out the sex until the little one comes into the world. I have really been blessed with an easy pregnancy so far. No sickness, no crazy cravings….a really boring pregnancy really, which I consider a good thing!

So here is a glimpse of our first little baby!

Little Gray

Dana — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 19:31:36 +0000

Doesn’t she have the best personality?!

I have been friends with her mom for over 7 years, which is incredibly hard for me to believe! It was so good seeing both of you!

Oktoberfest

Dana — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 18:00:03 +0000

This weekend, downtown Hickory will be hosting it’s annual Oktoberfest. There will be music, food, and arts and crafts. It is always fun and always draws a large crowd. So if you are in the area and need something to do…come on by! Here’s a link with all of the info:

Hickory Oktoberfest

Carla + Jim

Dana — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:59:38 +0000

I have been in Charleston quite a bit this fall and I just love how diverse the backdrop can be despite the fact that I am in the same area. Charleston is just a beautiful location! A couple of weeks ago I was at the Wild Dunes Resort, a perfect place to get married because you can get ready, have the ceremony, party, and then retreat to your room at the end of the night…..all in walking distance. Here are a few shots of Carla and Jim. Carla reminds me so much of my friend Jenni that I just knew I would accidentally call her Jenni at some point!

The beautiful Carla.

Both of them

The rings

The Party……this is actually about the last 10 minutes of the party. They had such a fun last dance! DJ Moo Moo was taking care of the party and he did a fantastic job!

Shannon

Dana — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 21:25:53 +0000

A couple of weeks ago I had the pleasure of meeting Shannon. She got married not that long ago. Unfortunately I was already booked and couldn’t shoot her wedding, but we did manage to get together for a bridal session. She came all the way from Baton Rouge, leaving the flood behind her only to be greeted with monsoon weather the day of our shoot! But it worked out and we managed to get some nice shots. It even cleared up enough to go outside for a few.

This home belonged to her grandparents and several generations before that so it meant a lot to her to be able to do the portraits here. This was her grandmother’s sitting room.

She is in veterinarian school and loves animals so we found a horse that was willing to cooperate!

Congratulations, Shannon!

Sara + Adam

Dana — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 19:29:05 +0000

in beautiful Savannah…….

(sorry, not much time to post!)

Here, there and everywhere!

Dana — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 21:02:29 +0000

Finally I am back from my week-long excursion on the east coast. I started in Charleston shooting a beautiful wedding at the Wild Dunes Resort on the Isle of Palms. It was the perfect day and I enjoyed it very much.

Day two I drove to Savannah to meet Sara and Adam for their engagement session. More on that later……

On Monday I drove to Bald Head Island where I learned from four fabulous photographers; Lena Hyde, Laura Novak, Audrey Woulard, and Tamara Lackey. My head is still spinning from all of the information and inspiration!

And on Thursday we were kicked off the island a few hours early to avoid the tropical storm approaching us and I headed over to my good friends Allie and Brian to stay the weekend with them. Thanks so much for your hospitality! I enjoyed it so much!

Saturday I was shooting again…a beautiful wedding at the Magnolia Manor, which should be featured in Souther Living or Martha Stewart or somewhere! The innkeeper, Sheila, just has the touch and her home is just lovely!

So here I am, at the office, with more than enough to do! I am slowly trying to catch up. I thought I would share an image from my last Charleston wedding as they are patiently waiting to see them! I promise to have them ready soon, Ashley and Ryan!