My New Blog

I have a fun, new blog so be sure to check it out and make a new bookmark.

www.jillhiggins.com/blog

I won't be updating this blog anymore, but it will be around so that you can have access to earlier events.

I also have a pretty, new splash page for my website - so check that out too when you get a chance to do so.

Fun Times - Good News

I haven't posted in a while because I was in Williamsburg for a fun wedding. I will have those images up soon.

The sky was full of pretty, white, fluffy clouds as I was coming home Sunday.



And the good news is that I have a new, super cool blog on the way. Be on the lookout for a post in the next day or two with a link to the new blog!

Ashley's Bridal Fashion Session at the River

Get ready for some fun fashion sessions coming up over the next few days. These photos were taken at the river. I don't really know what river. :)

We started out on dry land, but Ashley was a trooper! You see the crate she is sitting on? It was full of crabs! Seriously!




I loved how this image turned out because what you see is actually her reflection in the water. In photoshop, I rotated the image 180 degrees. Does that make sense?




Getting a little closer to the water...






Venturing out a little deeper...










Taking the plunge...





Thank you Ashley for being so awesome and trusting us to try different things!

Georgia Bridal Portraits, Valdosta Wedding Photography

Fashion Show - Amanda's Models and Talent

Tonight I shot some photos at a fashion show at Mathis City Auditorium. The models from Amanda's Models and Talent did a great job! I grabbed a few (okay - a lot) of photos for the blog, some more for the slideshow, and I still have even more that I didn't have room to show.

Be sure to see the slideshow: FASHION SLIDESHOW.

























































Be sure to see the slideshow: FASHION SLIDESHOW.

I am currently offering special rates for modeling shoots. Please contact me at jill@jillhiggins.com if you would like to schedule a session.

Sally Turns Two - A Fairy Visit

Today, the sweetest little fairy visited my house.


Her name is Sally, and she is about to turn two!



She will have a fairies and leprachauns party next weekend with all of her closest friends.












Be sure to see Sally's slideshow: FAIRY SLIDESHOW

Josie & Cooper on the Ravenel Bridge

Josie and Cooper will be married next spring in Charleston. "Back in the day" when I was an elementary teacher, Josie and I taught school together at Memminger Elementary. We became friends quickly when we met at new teacher orientation because we both have the same weird sense of humor.

When I first met Cooper, I knew he was the one - so I am so excited that they finally figured it out and became engaged! :) ha When I told Josie he was the one, I think she said something like, "Whatever!"





I met them at the Cistern, and they enjoyed a picnic dinner that Josie packed.




Josie and Cooper have their own signature laugh. I think they should get it trademarked!






After shooting at the Cistern we drove over to Mt. Pleasant and walked up to the top of the new Ravenel Bridge.




Congrats Josie and Cooper!

Charleston Wedding Photographers, Cooper River Bridge, Ravenel Bridge

It's Time to Book Christmas Sessions!

Can you believe it's that time already? I have a few dates open for Christmas sessions, and I even have two days scheduled for reduced rates. The first session will take place in the south Georgia snow (a.k.a. cotton field).

I am offering two new sets of Christmas card designs this year: the couture collection and the modern collection. Here are a couple of examples from the couture collection.





These cards are printed on 5x7 art paper and also feature pretty designs on the inside and on the back. If you would like to schedule a session, send me an email for more information or call 229-560-1889. I am currently scheduling Christmas sessions in Valdosta, Thomasville, Tallahassee, and Charleston.

Meredith and Stirling's Wedding on Hilton Head Island

Meredith and Stirling were married Saturday in a beautiful ceremony at the Westin on Hilton Head Island. You may recognize them from their get to know you session which was posted just a couple of weeks ago.

Meredith & Stirling's Slideshow: SLIDESHOW

Purchase prints from the wedding: PICTAGE

I thought I would start by posting two of my favorite portraits from the day.

This is Meredith:


This is Meredith's niece Tally. (a.ka. the precious flower girl)


I love photographing weddings at the Westin and was there just a few months ago for Lori and Ryan's wedding.

Click here for more information on weddings at the Westin.

A quick ring shot...

When I arrived, Meredith was getting ready in her suite. Her mom, her sister Laura, and her friends Suzie and Kristen were helping her out.

Suzie working on Meredith's eyes...

Kristen working on her hair...

I like this shot of Meredith's dress in the closet.

Meredith had a sweet wedding book on her bedside table, so I couldn't resist another ring shot.

I always love seeing the bride's face when once she is in her dress!

Ahhhh.....beach weddings are so relaxing and fun.

Tally was so funny when she came down the aisle. Rather than throwing more petals from her basket, she was stopping to try to pick up the petals along the way! :)

I loved the beautiful flowers hanging from the buckets on the chairs.

The ceremony was wonderful. Just as the service began, the sun broke from behind the clouds and beamed down on Meredith and Stirling.

A few shots on the beach before heading up for the reception...

It just doesn't get much better than a cake cutting under the breezy beachside palm trees.

Don't forget to check out their slideshow.

Hilton Head Island Wedding Photographers, Westin Wedding Photography

Looking for Senior Reps

I am looking for senior reps for the 2007-2008 school year for Lowndes, Brooks, and Thomas counties. If you know anyone that might be interested, please tell them to check out this link for more information. Senior reps get free photo sessions, cool photo goodies, and the opportunity to earn cash!





For more information - call 229.560.1889 or email jill@jillhiggins.com.