Celebrating A Milestone

Our family will be celebrating a milestone tonight as Mr. John Peyton Harper walks across the stage to receive his diploma at the Wilson Central High School graduation ceremony. Even though this is a happy occasion, I know that there will be some tears shed by all of us from the pride we feel in having such a terrific son and grandson. And so, in an attempt to not get mushy, I have selected a few quotes that I have personally loved for quite some time and keep them at my desk for inspiration.

"If you never did you should. These things are fun and fun is good." - Dr. Seuss

"We have only this moment, sparkling like a star in our hand... and melting like a snowflake." - Marie Ray

"A rock pile ceases to be a rock pile the moment a single man contemplates it, bearing within him the image of a cathedral." - Antoine de Saint-Exupery

We love you, Peyton, and congratulations! We are so proud!!!

Happy Birthday, Preethi!

This Sunday, May 25, is the birthday of a very good friend of mine, Preethi. I met Preethi about 4 years ago when I worked for Deloitte. She lived in India, and I was of course in Tennessee. We made an instant connection after I sent a team photo by email; it was the first time she had a chance to put faces with names from the other side of the planet. She almost immediately sent a photo over email of herself along with her new husband, Abhi.

Sometimes we get gifts unexpectedly. And Preethi has been and still is one of those gifts to me. I often think that we are the same soul in 2 different bodies in 2 different places and 2 different cultures. I salute Preethi for being the young woman she is - strong, beautiful, and courageous. She is the kind of girl that doesn't mind making waves and taking chances. I am blessed to call her a great friend. And even though we don't get to share chic flicks or long lunches, when we do have a chance to catch up on the phone, it's like we never missed a beat at all. Happy Birthday, Preethi, from the Harpers! We love you!

Our Latest Wedding

Last Saturday, we had the terrific honor of photographing the beautiful May wedding of Doug and Camille. Everything was done just right and the flowers, cake, church, and couple were gorgeous. Here they are making their exit!

This week is totally filled up getting sessions done and photographs delivered. We LOVE our clients and are thankful for our growing business!!! If you know a bride needing an experienced wedding photographer, please send them our way! If you are already an existing client, you will get a *NICE* referral which = studio credit for you! Everyone WINS!

Little Miss Personality!

Today we had the privilege of photographing Ella and completing her one year panel. Every time before, she has been really gentle and calm. But TODAY, she showed up overflowing with fun! We laughed so much chasing her around the camera room, and her big brother Matthew helped entertain. You can see the personality ooozing out of her!

If you are interested in seeing any of our baby panels, all you need to do is make an appointment to come by the studio to view our displays. They grow up so quickly during the first year. We do mostly custom work in any shape, frame, and matte choices you desire! Just call 444.6322!!!

C Ya!

Beautiful Outdoor Weather!

Hello again everyone! Sorry for the delay in posts; life has been crazy again. It seems to stay that way around here. I was checking everything on the website this morning and realized I have fallen behind on posts. The lastest BIG news is a change in my email address. From now on, please use tara@harperphoto.net.

We have seen what seems like a gazillion babies, children, and families lately! A lot of the families and children have been shot outside in this beautiful spring weather we have had over the last couple of weeks. Weddings are also keeping us busy as we have 3 dates booked within 6 weeks. We are looking forward to working with the May couples to make their dreams come true with terrific wedding photography and gorgeous albums. If you know of a new bride, please have them contact us for a no-pressure wedding photography presentation. During the presentation, each client gets to personally view our albums, our printed portraits in a variety of sizes, and several different slideshows.

We are thinking about offering a neat special for the first time this year in July or August since the weather will be so HOT, so be on the lookout!

Now back to work!!! C ya soon!