Every potential bride dreams of the way she will look on her wedding day. Walking down the aisle she will be magically taller and more graceful, her hair will be lush, fuller and be blowing perfectly in a breeze and her face will look simply flawless and glowing ethereally. This does for the most part become a reality for many brides, especially for those who hire Nicole Deanne! I met Nicole through her fabulous sister Amelia Lyon. When it came time to shoot my new head shots, Amelia brought her sister in to do my hair and makeup.  Her warm and friendly personality coupled with her talent put me at ease right away and I was in love with the results. Feeling good made me much more relaxed in front of the camera. Check out the beautiful brides whose beauty she has had the privilege to enhance in the past. You can see more of Nicole’s work on her blog or follow her twitter for live updates.

all photos above by Amelia Lyon Photography

Above 2 images photographed by Jessica Claire

Above 2 images photographed by Jonilyn Brown

Above  image photographed by Jason Q Tran

The opening song on Amelia Lyons’ website say the words “give me a reason to fall in love”. I am fairly certain that anyone who views her images would think they are reason enough to fall in love, get married, and eventually have a darling little family simply so that she could capture it all!

Beyond being nothing short of a photographic genius, Amelia is just the kind of sweet and humble person you would like to have around during all of those special and exciting moments in your life. When she isn’t behind her camera making moments come alive she likes to dance and sing her heart out in the car and be around her boys ( her husband Justin and 2 sons, Hudson and Sloan-which are the cutest names ever!) Her business is based in Orange County, CA and she masters her craft with husband Justin, who as a film and TV producer by trade, is obsessed with finding the story that every image has to tell.  Together they make my heart melt with each special life moment they capture and share with the world. I had the pleasure of being introduced to their work by my good friend and client Carissa Jones from JL DESIGNS ( mentioned in yesterdays post). The way this dynamic duo shoots, styles, and edits makes me swoon. So much so, that they are the featured photographer on my Be Inspired Public Relations website. Familiarize yourself with her name and their work; it’ll be one you will hear for years to come. During many of my NYC  media meetings this week their images in my portfolio have caught the eyes of editors and left them speechless. Modern Bride especially was smitten and most of the other magazine editors are probably checking out her blog right now. If you aren’t on Twitter- you should be (and then you should Follow Amelia and Follow Justin!)

See some of Amelia Lyons’ captivating work below. I love them all and there are many many more in my folder of favorites.  It’s all about the couples today. The way Amelia and Justin capture people makes you forget that there are any details shots to even consider. Her images speak for themselves.. are you not totally inspired? Enjoy.