Inn at Tabb’s creek.. a Virginia wedding.

by Cmccormickrn

A Virginia Inn Wedding in Mathews, Va, how pretty could this be? It was prettier than pretty. I was sunny and bright, and a gentle breeze blew off the water.

The gardens around the inn, are full of blooms, and the family who gathered there, we some of the nicest people ever.

This Couple, Christopher and Theresa, are no strangers to life’s ups and downs. Their love is refreshing, in that you know that neither of them will ever take it for granted.

I was honored to be there on this day with this sweet bride and her groom and their families.

We laughed and joked, and the time flew by.

When I unloaded the camera cards, I knew that the photos were simply beautiful. They required little or no editing and are fabulous.

Chris and Theresa, Thank you for sharing your wedding day with me. I wish you both many years of happiness together.

Mathews was my dads favorite place on this planet, and it will always hold a special place in my life.

Special Thanks to two very special people who make these events so much easier. Sheila and Dennis are the best Wedding photography team ever.

xxoo

Connie

the power of expression in photography

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Beautiful at Maymont. Richmond Virginia High School Senior photos.

by Cmccormickrn

Here in Richmond Virginia, we have a beautiful preserved historic park called Maymont. How lucky are we? For a nominal fee a professional photographer can shoot anywhere on the grounds for a few hours. The park is beautiful. The scenery is divine. The story surrounding the grounds is amazing. It’s hard to imagine the family who lived on these lovely grounds. Maymont

is a treasure. Bella chose Maymont for her Senior photos. Isabella is a member of the class of 2017 at Matoaca High School here in Chesterfield County Virginia. She is smart, and kind. she loves animals. As you can see from her portraits she is also very beautiful. I have had the pleasure of photographing Bella and her entire family this spring.

I am looking forward to a busy Senior Photography Season here at Connie Grant Studios. I am already booking fall sessions. Such an exciting day is the day that senior photos are taken. The planning and consultative work that goes into the making of a photo, is probably one of my favorite things. Everyone is always a little nervous in the beginning of a session, it’s good to

get to know each other before. Bella in this blue dress is a stunning result of the planning and implementation of a perfect portrait. Thank you Maymont for your hospitality. This lovely young lady will never forget this day, and neither will I.

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Saving Memories

by Cmccormickrn

When you meet your soul mate you know it.

Olivia and Nate. A love story that has spanned the world and back again.

I can’t tell you how inspirational it is to me that these two joined together a blended family and have made it work.

The children are all sweet .. well behaved.. Some are on the brink of becoming adults.

This couple has seen good times, and trying times. Their youngest was born while Nate was deployed in the mid east.

They have been separated numerous times, the trials of a military family!

I honor our military families, every last member. From the youngest to the oldest child.. to the parents who watch their adult children go off over seas,

To a mom waiting to deliver and share the news with her husband while he is thousands of miles away.

Have a Safe and Happy Memorial day ..

xxoo

The beauty of the dance #richmondballet

by Cmccormickrn

The absolutely beautiful art of dance. I love it. I have always loved it. I don’t know what it is that attracts me.. but girls in pink shoes and fluffy dresses who spin effortlessly around are the most amazing things.

Elena dances for the first company of http://www.richmondballet.com/… She’s as sweet as she is graceful and pretty. Her passion in life is training children and introducing them to the world of classical ballet.

I think that creative people have the same loves.. The love of art, the love of music, the love of creative dance. As a child, I had the most wonderful ballet teacher. As we left the studio we Curtsied and shook her hand. We learned manners and praise was handed out freely.

The Dance studio was one of my most loved childhood memories.

My studio is now one filled with lights and cameras, and sometimes Tchaikovsky.

Thank you Elena for spending the afternoon with me. I look forward to seeing your performances. This girl can fly!

xxoo C

Ashley and Jacob plus one {family photography Richmond Va}

by Cmccormickrn

Jacob and Ashley were here last week.. as well as Kirk Saint, my photographer friend from Nova Scotia.

We met in my back yard that flows over into my neighbor’s backyard and is surrounded by green and pink and apricot.. and every color you can think of this time of year. ( my neighbor’s yard is amazing this time of year)

These family photos are amazing. I knew they were going to be good, but when I pulled them off the camera card.. they were really good.

Celebrating a first birthday is a special event. Celebrating your family by capturing these moments is crucial. Once they are gone, they are gone for good.

So, capture some memories.. put them on walls. Be reminded of these days each time you pass by the photo. Tuck them away in Frames in bookcases.. Print large canvases. This is your life.

That’s what photography is all about..

xx00 c

Let them eat cake. Richmond Virginia Cake Smash..

by Cmccormickrn

The special marking of special events.. CAKE!

We have wedding cakes.. and birthday cakes.. coconut cake.. chocolate cake.. That list goes on..

I am a cake lover.. I admit it. I’m not an ice cream or a pie girl.. but cake gets my vote any day.

Maddy seemed to enjoy her first few bites.. a little tentative at first but then she was won over by that sweet concoction.

I adore this little girl..

xxoo C

Richmond Virginia Senior Portraits

by Cmccormickrn

It’s Senior Portrait time for the Class Of 2017

Contact me at Connie Grant photography

Sessions in studio and open air…

beautiful and timeless.

804 908 4516

Chesterfield Virginia Family Photography

by Cmccormickrn

Located in the heart of beautiful downtown Chester Virginia. Wait.. does Chester have a downtown? hmm I may have to re think that intro.

I love family photography. I think it’s one of the most rewarding gifts you can give yourself. It’s the capturing and saving of a memory that once it’s gone.. it’s gone for good. Saving your family moments should be special, not something captured on a cell phone.. Photos are made to be printed, and hung and placed in albums and on canvases. They are meant to be viewed, and evoke a feeling when you walk past them. These two little girls.. oh man.. Seeing them this past week was so fabulous. These twins.. these little premie twins.. with a sick sick mom in the hospital for months before they were delivered.. then the babies in the hospital for months… wow. Now to see them celebrating their third birthday… It’s amazing to say the least. Actually, there are no words to describe it..amazing just isn’t a big enough word.

xxoo

Connie