Thursday, July 3, 2008

Son, Bama

In meet my frans yesterday I introduced you to Corey and Erin Nolen of Nolen Photography. On Monday of this week, I had them photograph Bama for his senior portraits. I am so impressed by their photography, that I had to have them take Bama's senior portraits. Erin asked me, "Why didn't you want to photograph {Bama} for his portraits?". Good question. And I have a good answer....It is because Bama has had to tolerate me with my camera in my hand his entire life. He has gotten to a point where he now detest my picture taking. I knew he would not give someone else a hard time, like he gives me. Another reason, again, is their photography.
I have mentioned how personal photography is to me. It is the moment captured through the eyes of someone else. It is a very personal thing. Like seeing something from the soul of another. Their interpretation of life at a specific moment in time. And I knew that Corey and Erin would give me something I would always love and appreciate-for a lifetime.
This morning Corey sent me the slide show. And this was my response...

Corey and Erin,
Honestly, there are no words. I am overcome with emotion. You did a beautiful job. Everything was perfect from the setting to the music. And yes, Corey, it seems both of our families are "waiting for the light to change" at this specific moment in our lives. I want to wish you and Erin the most blessed life as your family grows. I am so happy for the both of you. And share in your joy. And I cannot wait to see the lovely photographs (those moments captured in time) of the new face of your family.
I can never thank you enough.
Sincere Gratitude and Appreciation
.
Leigh

So, here it is, I wanted to share with you. My son, "Bama".

http://nolenphotography.com/brock

And you will see why I have a standing reservation with Corey and Erin when, several years from now, Bama decides to take a wife.

If you want to make reservations, go to http://www.nolenphotography.com/and please, tell them that Leigh sent you.
Amazing.

27 comments:

Keetha Broyles said...

Great pictures of a very handsome son!

"J" said...

I love the pics! They did such a GREAT job! =) It's hard to say which one I like the best! WOW!

Sorry I'm been kind of MIA...
I just haven't felt like blogging? I don't know why?

I'm going to try and catch up with you today! =)

I'm so excited about our weekend! It starts tonight - we are heading up to the lake as soon as we get off work! (we are making jello shots and decorating the house! =)

Tomorrow is the boat parade at 10am...we are going in that! We are grilling out and having friends and family over at noon! I'm entering the subdivision golf cart parade...me and my bff Danielle are dressing up - My brother and Mr. "S" are driving us...we will be in a small trailer! =) I will take a ton of pics! She is going to be uncle sam in a mini skirt and I'm going to be the statue of liberty! I've bought beach balls, glow n the dark 4th of July tattoos, 4th of July decorated bubble bottles, gum and candy to throw out at the kids! I HOPE I WIN!!!! After that we are going to a lake front house to watch the firework show from the BIG bridge! Saturday we are going out in the boats to the sandy beach area to swim, lay out and drink! =)

Anonymous said...

Gosh, I got goosebumps looking at those. They really did a great job.

Kristy

Trina said...

ARG, work has blocked their page. I'll try to check it from home...

Anonymous said...

Wow, such a good looking boy! Great pictures and awesome powerpoint presentation......

maybe I'll get them to do a DVD and photos of Trent.....would be nice to also do one of just his basketball moves:)
Sand

Anonymous said...

Oh my! I can't believe our Brockhead is such a grown man! Brock is so incredibly handsome, and I really like the creativity the photographer used to capture Brock's personality. Thanks so much for sharing these pictures with me. Truly amazing!

G

P.S. Which shot will Brock use for his album cover? :-) (Because some of the pictures DO look like they belong on an album cover!)

Anonymous said...

OMG that was great Brock is a little hottie. The pictures were great. And you should be so proud!!



Judy

Anonymous said...

wow!
sharon s

Anonymous said...

Thanks so much for sharing the pics. Brock is so handsome! Can't believe he's that little baby I used to take for ice cream. I can't possibly be that old! He is so cute and I'm sure the girls bug you and him to death. So glad you let me know to check out your blog.
Talk to you soon.
Kim

Anonymous said...

Leigh,

This is awesome! I had to tear up and don’t even know Brock as well as I’m sure your close family and friends. Now you have me confused, early fall we need to do those photos of K! We were at the U of M this weekend for a wedding and there are some awesome spots there like you said. Anyway…My favorites of all those are the ones in front of the white block wall! I can’t wait for K to see these. We are driving to Nashville to see Kenny and spend the 4th of July (yes you will get photos) and I’m going to pull out my laptop and show her.
Thanks,
Micheala

Anonymous said...

Those are good. His hair looks so much better cut short!
JJR

Anonymous said...

WOW! Those are just stunning. I can't believe he's all grown up now. I even got a little teary watching those! You have much to be proud of.

Love you,

Jennifer

Charnita said...

How will you ever choose!
They almost made me cry too they are so beautiful!!!!

Anonymous said...

What a cutie! Do you not just have to beat the girls off with a stick?
Donna

Anonymous said...

OMG! Please tell me you don't have to pick a 'favorite' !

These are awesome! I know you are proud.

M

nancygrayce said...

What a handsome young man! You must be so proud!

Michelle said...

Awww Leigh! I did this , this time last year!! Boo Hoo!! It just flies by..I do beleive this year was the very first time I dreaded the end of the school year! I know he looked so handsome! Luckily, neither one of us even look CLOSE to having a child that old..lol

Michelle said...

GEEZ ADD issues today..I TOTALLY overlooked the link that his pictures were at.. WOW..I wished I had used them for Whit's pics!! BEAUTIFUL!!! He looks so much like you in those pictures..

Anonymous said...

I just can't believe this is my precious angel baby boy(I've called him this since birth)! He's grown into such a handsome young man! God has blessed this family with his birth almost 18 years ago! WOW!
I must say, this brought tears to my eyes, just remembering him, as a baby.
The photography is fantastic.....love the background. He was a good subject!
"Your're a good kid, Charlie Brown"!
Love from "Mom" (Bama's grandmom)

Leigh of Tales from Bloggeritaville said...

Thank you all for the response on Bama's portrait session. I appreciate each and every comment.

J- You have been busy. Needed a break! HAve a great weekend.

Trina-I hope you got to view them.

Sandie- I recommend them highly.

Kim-Hold on to your babies. They grwo so quickly!

Michelea-Rememebr me when you see Kenny. PICTURES. OMG! So jealous!

Charniat- I do not know. It will be hard. I probably will not and just buy them all.

Michelle-we ARE so young! It seems like yesterday was 1988, huh? And it is never to late to get portraits taken. Do it before Whit leaves for collge. You will be glad you did. The Nolens are great and reasonable!

Anonymous said...

He is looking cuter and cuter, I hope he finds a girl that he deserves, he deserves the best!
<3,
Jules S

Anonymous said...

Wow, great pics of Brock. He is so handsome and I know how proud you are of him. Thanks for sending those to me!!!
cindy

Anonymous said...

Ok.....I can't stop crying now! What happened to our babies??!!

Janet A.

Anonymous said...

Wow... is he handsome! You should be very worried! These are great... what does Brock plan on doing after HS? Or too early to tell?!

Aunt C

Dullbert said...

They did a great job but don't forget you and Big D did a pretty awesome job too, seems like a GREAT kid, congrats ..

Anonymous said...

thos pictures are sooo good! hes soo FINE! i really miss hanging out with him...
i hope to see yall soon...
em

Anonymous said...

Hey Leigh!!! Don't die but it is Jenny on the computer, saying hey to ya!!!! I FINALLY got a friend help me put my computer on-line and help me try and come into the computer age, which I truly hate, but hope I will learn to love!! HA! I was just FREAKING out, watching Brock's senior picture slide show and everything!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! He is so handsome and just the same Brock I remember forever. I am so proud of him!!! He's always had this "light" in him that he was born with and draws people to love him from the start. He is an amazing guy and I know how proud ya'll are of him!! I know he will set the world on fire with his dreams because he has always had you and your whole family to show him the way!! I am so unbelievably proud of you as a mom for all you do for your kids, family and accomplishments and I hope you always know that!
I love ya!!!! Jenny