Emily & Christopher {Nashville Elopement Photographer}

February 2, 2021 Heather Nelms

Hey, did you know I photograph weddings and elopements, as well? I had the privilege of photographing Emily and Christopher’s elopement at the Top of Woodland Weddings. While they couldn’t bring their fur babies this wedding venue IS dog friendly. I look forward to doing many more elopements with pups and their people there!

I first met Emily and Christopher with their pups during a mini session at The Farm at Natchez Trace in fall of 2019. Since I am a Pets and Their People Photographer, and their pets couldn’t make the elopement…I snuck a few pics from this session below so you could meet Oti and Mandy also!

Oti, a 12 year old pug, has been a part of Emily’s life since she graduated college. He absolutely hates skateboards, but he loves to eat dirt, snore, and is the bravest little thing. Oti really has no idea how small he actually is! Oti comes from Shakespear’s Othello, but that was quite a mouthful, so it was shortened.

Mandy is a two year old Blackmouth Cur/Hound Mix. She was an unplanned rescue from PetSmart. She is the sweetest, most sensitive hound pup. Because of her intuitiveness and understanding of human emotion, she has been a huge emotional support for Emily, especially during COVID. Being a big snuggler probably helped, too! Mandy loves to run super fast and chase the tennis ball, but the things she hates the most are fire alarms and oranges. Mandy is shortened from her original name “Mandalay”. The rescue organization named all the pups in her litter after casinos. So happy Mandy won the jackpot in finding Emily, Christopher, and Oti!

Enjoy some of my favorite pics from their elopement and mini session!

~Mandy

Vendors:

Wedding Dress: Anthropology presents BHLDN

Engagement Ring and Her Necklace: Pippin Vintage

His Wedding Band and Pocket Watch: Pippin Vintage

Her Wedding Band: Walton’s Antique and Estate Jewelry

Flowers: The Merry Stem in Franklin

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Mandy Whitley Photography is Nashville's premiere pet photographer. Mandy Whitley creates fun and playful photographs with pets and their people. She photographs portrait sessions, family sessions, couple portraits, and weddings - as well as just pets! To inquire about booking a photo session, contact Mandy!

The Osborn-Dudley Family {Nashville Family Photographer}

January 19, 2021 Heather Nelms

On the blog today is the Osborn-Dudley family! Meet Matt, Chandra, Elliott, Gwendolyn, and their sweet pup Toa in some of my favorite shots below. Photos were taken at Marcella Vivrette Smith Park during their fall mini session. They just adopted Toa during quarantine from East C.A.N. My very own pups came from East C.A.N., so I definitely have special love for them.

The Osborn-Dudley’s are friends of mine, which always makes sessions so much fun! I had the honor of photographing Elliott’s birth in 2012 - an amazing experience! Elliott, who is now 8 (where does the time go?), is into star wars, Zelda and baseball. His little sister, Gwendolyn, is 5 and is into logic puzzles, reading and Dog Man. I feel compelled to mention that the freckles on these cute kids are so great!

And last but not least, Toa, their beautiful pup. He was badly abused before being rescued and adopted. Chandra named him the Samoan name “Toa” which means “Brave Warrior”. Completely fitting.

Enjoy the photos!

~Mandy

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Maranda and Reba {Nashville Dog Photography}

December 29, 2020 Heather Nelms

First and foremost, it is my hope that you and your family had a very Merry Christmas and the Happiest of Holidays. I know this year has been difficult for many, and I am so grateful to all of you. Furry and human alike, I was able to photograph many hopeful and smiling faces this year. Thank you for sharing your families with me!

I thought it was very appropriate to have the last post of the year be my long time clients Maranda and Reba! They are the sweetest, and this year Liam was able to meet them since their mini was at my home (he LOVES seeing all the doggies that come to the house for minis). Maranda and Reba’s fantastic faces have found their way onto my business cards and several of my sample items. These came from Maranda and Reba’s very first Pets and Their People Photography session with me at Harlinsdale Farms.

Fall is the best time of year for them since Reba’s coat matches the fall leaves perfectly. And just how did Reba get such an iconic name…Nashville’s very own Reba McEntire of course! Reba is a 10 or 11 year old rescue from a no-kill shelter in Western TN, through a Petsmart adoption day in Nashville. She is part pit, dachshund and kangaroo. I have witnessed how high this dog can jump and it is truly awesome to watch. Though she did JUST recover from double back knee replacement surgery, she is doing great! (Yes, she can still do what she loves - jump!)

Maranda says she is "literally the best dog" - easygoing, doesn't bark 99.9% of the time, and gets along with all people and other dogs. Reba is also full of snuggles, loves to sleep in and is the best embodiment of unconditional love, ever.

I hope you enjoy some of my favorites! And from my family to yours…Happy New Year. May this new year bring you and your families many moments of joy and smiles!

~Mandy

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