Pamella Vann Photography: Blog https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog en-us (C) Pamella Vann Photography (Pamella Vann Photography) Wed, 06 Oct 2021 18:39:00 GMT Wed, 06 Oct 2021 18:39:00 GMT https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/img/s/v-12/u590315528-o79697953-50.jpg Pamella Vann Photography: Blog https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog 120 96 Daniel & Alicia | June 9, 2018 | The Hay Barn | Wedding https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2018/6/daniel-alicia-june-9-2018-the-hay-barn-wedding Congratulations to Daniel & Alicia

Here is their wedding day story told with photos.

Off to Live Happily Ever After! Congratulations Again! I enjoyed being part of your big day! 

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Location, Location, Location https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2018/6/location-location-location Where do you want your pictures made? Check out the list below and let's start planning your appointment today!

Downtown Gadsden

One of my Favorite Locations

 


 

 

Ballet PortraitsBallet Portraits

 

 

 

 

Noccalula Falls, Gadsden
See More about Nocalula Falls Here

 




 Duck Pond

 



16 x 916 x 9

 

 

 The Creek, North Gadsden
Not recommended for small children. It is a great location in the heat of the summer!


The Mall
The Prettiest Sunsets


Janney Furnace, Ohatchee, AL

 

 

 

 My Studio
Located in Glencoe, AL 
I even have a few great spots outdoors around my studio. Check out my outdoor piano below! 



 Your home or property

Because there is no Place like Home. 



Your School
Permission must be granted by appropriate authorities. Please plan this in advance. 

I am always open to suggestions. During our initial conversations that happen, when booking appointment, if you want photos made somewhere, please let me know. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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(Pamella Vann Photography) berry college birmingham botanical gardens downtown gadsden gulf shores guntersville state park lodge the willows https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2018/6/location-location-location Sun, 03 Jun 2018 20:29:47 GMT
Chere & Garrett's Wedding | Sept 9, 2017 | Rosewood | Pinson Alabama https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2017/9/chere-garretts-wedding-sept-9-2017-rosewood-pinson-alabama Chere & Garrett  September 9, 2017. I met Chere and Garret a while back at my Easter sessions, and I have enjoyed getting to know them over the past year. On the day of the wedding, the weather was perfect. Misty Hooks was my second shooter with me at this wedding. Here is their wedding story..







It takes around 6 weeks to edit an entire wedding. I like to give the bride and groom a lot of photos to enjoy during that time which is why I do this blog post and the facebook sneak peeks. 

Congratulations again to Chere & Garrett and thank you so much for choosing Pamella Vann Photography to photograph your beautiful day!

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Dawn & Jordan's Oct 15, 2016 Wedding | Haybarn | Northeast Alabama Wedding Photography https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2016/10/dawn-jordans-oct-15-2016-wedding-haybarn-northeast-alabama-wedding-photography Dawn & Jordan

#happilyeverallen October 15, 2016

 

I met Dawn and Jordan at another wedding that I photographed last year, and I have enjoyed getting to know them over the past year. On the day of the wedding, the weather was perfect and we had the best sunset. Misty Hooks was my second shooter with me at this wedding. 

 

Here is their wedding story told by photos. 
 

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LOVED this game. It was called the Shoely WED game. So much fun!  Off to Live Happily Ever After. Congratulations again Mr. and Mrs. Allen. 

Wedding photos usually take around 6-8 weeks to edit. This blog post is just a sneak peek for you to enjoy until all photos are edited. 

And here is a list of the other vendors that helped make this wedding beautiful:

Cake: Edible Memories by Lorraine (She always does a fabulous job!)

Flowers: Chambers Florist
Entertainment: B&B Entertainment
Preacher: Brian Kendrick
Hair: Hair by Holli
Make-up: Junnah Mooney 
Caterer: Cake-N-Eat It 2
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Hightower Falls | Maternity Session | Summer & Brian https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2016/7/hightower-falls-maternity-session-summer-brian Hightower Falls Maternity Portraits
Alabama and Georgia Maternity Photographer

This is a great place to have adventure portraits made. 

Summer and Brian are expecting a baby girl in August, and they plan on naming her Paisley. 

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The Hay Barn | Collinsville, Alabama | Engagement Photos | https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2016/4/the-hay-barn-collinsville-alabama-engagement-photos Jordan and Dawn's Engagement Portraits
At the Hay Barn
Collinsville, Alabama

 

It was the perfect afternoon for a romantic trail ride in the wide open spaces at the Hay Barn in Collinsville. Dawn and Jordan's wedding is on October 15th of this year. 

 

I can't wait until their wedding. They are such a joy to work with! 

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(Pamella Vann Photography) Alabama Collinsville Engagement Engagement Photos Equestrian Photographer Gadsden Horses Photographer Portraits https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2016/4/the-hay-barn-collinsville-alabama-engagement-photos Fri, 01 Apr 2016 21:31:22 GMT
Gadsden's Senior Photographer https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2016/2/gadsdens-senior-photographer  The Best Senior Portraits Start Here

Senior PhotographerSenior PhotographerSenior Photographer, Gadsden.

Tennis and Sports


Gadsden has all sorts of neat locations and places that are amazing for photography. Need a traditional in studio headshot for mom or yearbook? No problem, I have the perfect studio set up for just that. We can even do both (On Location & Studio). I also have a hair and make-up artist that is available for all sessions to take your appointment to the next level. To get started, contact me to set up your consultation. During our pre-consultation, we talk about how you envision being photographed for your portraits, and you can see first hand some of the albums and canvases that I have available. This is not your school photos I promise. This portrait session will be uniquely taylored to you.

Senior Sessions start at $190
Including Hair and Make-up from a Seasoned Pro
Wardrobe Consultation
The Shoot (On Location, Studio, or Both)

*Please contact me for more details.

 

 

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Maternity Session in the Snow and Studio https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2016/2/maternity-session-in-the-snow-and-studio Snow Maternity / Gadsden, Alabama

Snow in this part of Alabama is kind of rare. It happens maybe once or twice a year. When it happens, everything shuts down due to our lack of experience and tools to drive in it, but this snow last weekend was perfect. It was just a light dusting to make the ground look pretty and it did not shut down anything. We also did a lot of photos in the studio because it was really cold and windy. Also, the lighting was absolutely PERFECT during the time we took these. It was "golden" hour. All of these photos were taken right outside my residential studio. 

 

I have known Thrisa and Jim since their engagement! I feel so honored to have photographed all of their big milestones for them over the years. Engagement, Wedding, and now maternity. 

Here is a link to their wedding blog posts too: 
http://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2013/4/thrisa-jim-wedding-events-on-court-gadsden

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Photos inside the nice warm studio.

 

Thrisa and Jim are not sure yet if their little girl's name is Isabella or Gabriella. I can't wait to meet her. She has such wonderful parents. 

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Location, Location, Location https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/11/location-location-location Where do you want your pictures made? Check out the list below and let's start planning your appointment today!

Downtown Gadsden

One of my Favorite Locations

 


 

 

Ballet PortraitsBallet Portraits

 

 

 

 

Noccalula Falls, Gadsden
See More about Nocalula Falls Here

 




 Duck Pond

 



16 x 916 x 9

 

 

 The Creek, North Gadsden
Not recommended for small children. It is a great location in the heat of the summer!


The Mall
The Prettiest Sunsets


Janney Furnace, Ohatchee, AL

 

 

 

 My Studio
Located in Glencoe, AL 
I even have a few great spots outdoors around my studio. Check out my outdoor piano below! 



 Your home or property

Because there is no Place like Home. 



Your School
Permission must be granted by appropriate authorities. Please plan this in advance. 

I am always open to suggestions. During our initial conversations that happen, when booking appointment, if you want photos made somewhere, please let me know. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Hartselle Wedding | Flint Creek Whitetails | Maryellen & Jon | September 26 | Alabama Wedding https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/10/hartselle-wedding-flint-creek-whitetails-maryellen-jon-september-26-alabama-wedding Congratulations to Maryellen & Jon

They were married at Flint Creek Whitetails, in Hartselle, Alabama,
on September 26, 2015
There were a lot of big a beautiful clouds in the sky and we got sprinkled on a few time, but it was a gorgeous day. 
Here is the their wedding story told by pictures. 

The Bride and Groom decided not to see each other before the ceremony, but they did get to briefly talk to one another. They were completely separated by the balcony.

Reception

 

Off to Live Happily Ever After. Congratulations again Maryellen and Jon!! It has been such a pleasure to be your wedding photographer. Please remember this is only a BIG sneak peek. It takes around 6 weeks to edit ALL of the photos that were captured on the wedding day. 

 

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Bridal Portraits | Birmingham Botanical Gardens | Birmingham Wedding Photographer | Maryellen https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/9/bridal-portraits-birmingham-botanical-gardens-birmingham-wedding-photographer-maryellen Bridal Portraits at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens
These were taken this August. I have been so excited to show these off for a while now. Now that she is happily married and her husband has seen his beautiful bride, I can show these off too. Watch out for the wedding Blog post this week also. 

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(Pamella Vann Photography) Alabama Birmingham Botanical Gardens Photographer Wedding https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/9/bridal-portraits-birmingham-botanical-gardens-birmingham-wedding-photographer-maryellen Mon, 28 Sep 2015 15:30:15 GMT
Huntsville Wedding | Violet & Triston | Valley Hill Country Club | Alabama Wedding Photographer https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/9/huntsville-wedding-violet-triston-valley-hill-country-club-alabama-wedding-photographer Congratulations to Violet and Triston

They were married at Valley Hill Country Club, on September 12, 2015
The weather was absolutely perfect for a beautiful wedding. 
Here is the their wedding story told by pictures. 

Watching the Auburn vs. JSU game

 
 
 

Congratulations again, Violet and Triston! This is just a big sneak peek of the wedding day photos. This is NOT ALL of the photos. It takes around 6 weeks to edit an entire wedding. If you enjoyed this blog post, leave some love, in the comment section below. Thanks again for hiring Pamella Vann Photography for your amazing day!

Vendors and Contributors to this wedding include:

Make-up: Sister of the Bride, Cherrelle 
Hair: Lemeka Crutcher 
Officiant: Pastor Gary Robinson 
Wedding Planning and Flowers: Mi-Amour Weddings
Cakes: Cakes by Veneranda
Uplighting: Gobo-Chief Entertainment, LLC

 

Main Photographer: Pamella Vann
Second Photographer: Misty Hooks
Assistant Photographer: Crystal Lavendar

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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5 Must Have Photos that Every Good Southern Family Needs to Have Made https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/7/5-must-have-photos-that-every-good-southern-family-needs 5 Must Have Photos that Every Good Southern Family Needs

1. Fall Cotton Field Photos: I LOVE when the fields on every corner start to bloom white with cotton. I think Cotton Fields are just so beautiful! 


2. Summer Beach Photos: Gulf Shores is my favorite place to vacation and take beach photos. You can't beat the white sandy beaches of Alabama. 


3. Spring/Easter Photos : Dress your kids up in their Sunday best and get some Spring or Easter photos made. 


4. Christmas Photos for your Christmas Cards: You know you Want everyone to LOVE your Christmas card! Make sure you make your appointment in advance (Before December) and give plenty of time for editing and ordering so you will be able to mail them out at the right time. 


5. Old Rustic Barn Photos: In the South, old rustic barns are everywhere! Please make sure you or your photographer have permission to be on anyone's personal property. Pamella Vann Photography has exclusive access to this 100 + year old barn.

 

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(Pamella Vann Photography) Alabama Alabama Photographer Barn Beach Birmingham Botanical Gardens Christmas Photos Cotton Field Fall Time Photos Gadsden Gulf Shores Huntsville Noccalula Falls Photographer Portraits Spring Time barefoot https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/7/5-must-have-photos-that-every-good-southern-family-needs Mon, 13 Jul 2015 20:05:05 GMT
Alabama Wedding Photography | Hartselle, Alabama | FU Methodist Church | Laura & Sawyer https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/5/alabama-wedding-photography-hartselle-alabama-fu-methodist-church-laura-sawyer Congratulations Laura & Sawyer

They were married on May 16, 2015, at First United Methodist Church of Hartselle, AL

Here is their Wedding story told by photos: 


Wedding Gown

Mother in-law was so thrilled to be getting a girl in the family!  

Laura's First look with her dad.

Laura and Sawyer's first time to see one another on their wedding day.

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(Pamella Vann Photography) Alabama Alabama Church Weddings Alabama Wedding Photographer Best Alabama Weddings Methodist Church Weddings Photographer Southern Bride Southern Church Weddings Wedding https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/5/alabama-wedding-photography-hartselle-alabama-fu-methodist-church-laura-sawyer Thu, 21 May 2015 15:09:41 GMT
Alabama Wedding | Emily and Jonah | April 25, 2015 | First United Methodist Church of Gadsden https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/5/alabama-wedding-emily-and-jonah-april-25-2015-first-united-methodist-church-of-gadsden Congratulations to Emily & Jonah

They were married at the First United Methodist Church located in Downtown Gadsden

on April 25, 2015

It was a beautiful springtime Alabama wedding

 

Here is their wedding day story told by photos:

Vendors for this wedding

Bridal HairDavina Miller McGehee

 Bridal Make-up: Rabon Pennington

Bridal Gown: Alfred Angelo

Flowers: Benny Marrell Campbell, Attalla Florist

The Samford University A Cappella  Choir, directed by Dr. Philip Larue Copeland

Cakes: Olexa's Cafe

Rehearsal Dinner Catering: Fisherman Restaurant

Reception Catering: Gadsden Country Club

DJ: B&B Entertainment

Videographer: Clay Carroll

Second Photographer: Misty Hooks

 

Congratulations again Emily and Jonah! It was such an honor to be your wedding photographer. I really think it was all meant to be. 

It takes 6-8 weeks to edit ALL of the photos from the entire wedding. This is just a BIG sneak peek for you to enjoy during that time. 

To keep up to date on all of the wedding editing progress, please make sure you like my facebook fan page

Also, make sure you leave the bride and groom some love in the area below. 

 

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(Pamella Vann Photography) Alabama Alabama Wedding Photographer Bridal Bride Cakes Downtown Gadsden Gadsden Wedding Groom Photographer Wedding https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/5/alabama-wedding-emily-and-jonah-april-25-2015-first-united-methodist-church-of-gadsden Fri, 01 May 2015 23:02:19 GMT
Alabama Wedding | Kody and Kelly | The Hay Barn | Collinsville | Alabama Wedding Photographer https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/4/alabama-wedding-kody-and-kelly-the-hay-barn-collinsville-alabama-wedding-photographer Congratulations to Kelly & Kody

April 18, 2015

Location: The Hay Barn

Band: Hidden Element

Caterer: Cake N Eat it 2

Flowers: Gaines Florist

Dress: Weddings Pageants and Proms

Second Photographer: Jenna Quinn

It was a rainy forecast but the entire day went flawlessly without any rainy issues. In fact, it provided gorgeous looming clouds and beautiful lighting for the day. Here is the their wedding day told by photos:

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Congratulations again Kelly and Kody! It was such an honor to be your wedding photographer. It takes 6-8 weeks to edit ALL of the photos from the entire wedding. This is just a BIG sneak peek for you to enjoy during that time. 

To keep up to date on all of the wedding editing progress, please make sure you like my facebook fan page

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Noccalula Falls https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/4/noccalula-falls Noccalula Falls
(The Backyard Adventure)

I have been going to Noccalula Falls since I was in diapers, and now my daughter is growing up going here too. It has changed so much over the years and keeps getting better. The landscaping is beautifully done and well maintained. I am so glad that is just 15 minutes away from where we live. Once season tickets go up for sale in March, my daughter and I go here nearly weekly until it ends at the end of October. We also go to see the Christmas Lights every December. It is not only a great place to take the kids, but I also do a lot of photo shoots inside and around the park. In this blog, I will show you everything I love about this park. I do not always take my DSLR cameras and gear with me to the park. So parts of this blog has pictures that were taken with my cell phone, because the best camera is the one you have on hand with you to capture the moment. 

 

As soon as we arrive, we get on the train. Our first stop is ALWAYS the petting zoo and animal exhibits. There are llamas, goats, sheep, deer, miniature horses, rabbits, guinea pigs, a lion, and so much more. Then we go to the rock area (Fat Man Squeeze). We usually go to Jack's after this and eat a milk shake. It is just part of our tradition. Then, we go to the park and play the rest of the afternoon in the newly renovated park.

Here are a few recent snapshots, from my phone, that I took the other day:


This video was taken last fall

I took my professional gear with me on this day. We have ventured down the the Falls. This was during summer 2014. There was very little rain and the Falls were very light.

View From Behind the Falls

This next photo was taken Fall 2012. The colors that year were so breathtaking.

Here are some of my favorite portraits that I have done inside and around the Falls over the years.


The Covered Bride is actually named Gilliland's Covered Bridge, but I changed it via photo shop for fun and for this family. 

And I have had one wedding at the cute little wedding chapel

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After starting this blog post, I realized I did not have very many photos of the petting zoo, train, or exterior of the park. I will definitely remedy that in the next week or so and add them to this blog. It is a great park to visit and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an outdoor fun day adventure. There is also a campground. My family will be camping for the first time ever there, at the end of this month. I will also go back and add those experiences to this blog. 

If you enjoyed this blog and love this park, please leave me a comment about what you like to see pictured in the updated blog post about Noccalula Falls.  

 

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(Pamella Vann Photography) Alabama Covered Bridge Falls Gadsden Gardens Hiking Noccalula Falls Northeast Alabama Parks Petting Zoo Photographer Portraits Train Wedding https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/4/noccalula-falls Mon, 06 Apr 2015 18:56:40 GMT
Cathy & Brandon's Wedding | Downtown Gadsden Wedding | Alabama Wedding https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/2/cathy-brandons-wedding-downtown-gadsden-wedding-alabama-wedding Congratulations to Cathy & Brandon
February 21, 2015
A Beautiful Winter Wedding

Second Photographer: Misty Hooks
DJ 2 Wolves
Ceremony was conducted by Brother Mark
Catering was provided by Linda and Steve
Linda Livingston Made the Cakes
Dress was from Images Bridal and Pageant
Cathy and Brandon were married at Senior Activity Center, in Downtown Gadsden. The weather was a little rainy but that did not stop this amazing event from going perfectly in every way.
Here is the wedding day story told by pictures! 

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Off to live Happily Ever After. 

Congratulations Again, Cathy and Brandon! It was such an honor to be your wedding photographer.

 

This is just a small portion of all of the photos that were taken. It takes 6-8 weeks to edit an entire wedding. For this reason, I like to give a lot of sneak peeks on facebook and the blog for family and friends to enjoy while the rest are being edited. To keep updated on all picture, please make sure that you like my Facebook Fan Page, if you have not already. 

Here is the link: Facebook Fan Page

 

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(Pamella Vann Photography) Alabama Downtown Gadsden Photographer Wedding https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/2/cathy-brandons-wedding-downtown-gadsden-wedding-alabama-wedding Sat, 28 Feb 2015 19:06:47 GMT
Pet Portraits https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/2/pet-portraits Do your want to incorporate your dog or pets into your Engagement Session, next Portrait Session, or Wedding? 
Here are 8 tips:

1.       Bring a third person or trainer to the appointment or event.

Engagement sessions are usually 1 to 2 hours, multiple locations, and involve a few outfit changes. It is not practical to expect a pet to endure all of that. When booking your session, bring a friend or relative that can take the animal with them once you are done with the portraits you want with your pet.  Be prepared to change outfits after pet pictures.



Weddings take all day. Plan very carefully for your pet if you are incorporating them into your big day. If they are not part of the ceremony, it might be best to have them arranged to be there just for the group and couple pictures. Again, you will need to have someone, not in the wedding party, who is dedicated to taking care of them for you. You will have way too much going on and will not have the adequate time think and care for your pet that day.

2.       Preparing your pet for the session.

Take dogs on a nice long walk before the scheduled appointment or the morning of the wedding. This will help with their energy levels and obedience. Take the extra steps to make sure the dog is properly groomed. If you are having the dog or pet wear any props or outfits for this appointment, let them try it on multiple times before the day of the appointment. Also, pick out neutral colored leashes, harnesses, and collars if possible.

3.       Bring treats and favorite toys.

Anything that can help the photographer to grab the attention of the pet, when needed, is really helpful. Plus, it is important to reward the dog for good behavior and pictures.

4.       Pick safe locations.

Think about leash laws, traffic, and all of the possible scenarios. The safety of your pet should always come first. Ask for your photographer’s advice, about locations suggestions, when planning the session. For weddings, check with your venue or church about their pet policy.  

5.       Make sure your photographer is pet friendly.

Not everyone loves big dogs that jump and lick them. Try to pick a photographer that has some experience with working with animals and their clients. Posing, camera settings, and possible lighting (some animals will not like Flash) can all vary when photographing with animals.

6.       Have realistic expectations and patience.

Animals have a mind of their own and ultimately will do as they want to do. Proper training and preparation is extremely helpful, but sometimes even with the best case scenario, the pet might not corporate the way you envisioned. Try not to get frustrated or angry, the pet will feed on the negative energy and the attempts to get a good photo will just go downhill from there. Take a break from photographing with them and then come back to it if possible.

7.       Give the photographer time to bond with the animal.

The first 10 sometimes 15 minutes with a pet may have nothing to do with taking photos. It is important for the pet to sniff, play, and check out the new person (photographer) before the photos begin.

And that is it! These are the 7 tips that I give to every client who is planning to incorporate their pets into any session or wedding. Here are two photos of my daughter and our two dogs Blue, and Lucy.  



8.   This section is just for horses. Make sure you have a horse trainer or owner with you when incorporating horses into the session. It is important to be familiar with the horse that you want to incorporate into the session. They are very large animals and have much more safety rules that apply when around them.

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Location, Location, Location https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/1/location-location-location Where do you want your pictures made? Gadsden, Birmingham, Huntsville, and Parts of Georgia Locations available. Let's travel and have an adventure and capture memories together. 


Location #1: Downtown Gadsden

One of my Favorite Locations

 
Ballet PortraitsBallet Portraits
 
Location #2: Botanical Gardens, Birmingham


Location #3: Noccalula Falls, Gadsden
See More about Nocalula Falls Here

Location #4: Duck Pond



16 x 916 x 9

Location 5: The 100 + Year old Barn

Surrounded by Gorgeous fields and is right beside the creek location.
Under Construction until Fall 2016 ( WILL BE WORTH the WAIT)


Location #6: The Creek

Location #7: The Mall
The Prettiest Sunsets


Location 10: Spring Park, by the Von Braun Center, Huntsville AL Location 11: Janney Furnace, Ohatchee, AL

 

Location 12: Sloss Furnace, Birmingham, AL

Location 13: Morris Ave, Birmingham

Location 14: My Studio
Located in Glencoe, AL 



Location 15: Your home or property

Because there is no Place like Home. 

Location 15: Your School
Permission must be granted by appropriate authorities. Please plan this in advance. 

I am always open to suggestions. During our initial conversations that happen, when booking appointment, if you want photos made somewhere, please let me know. 

Location 16: **New Location Add** Guntersville State Park

Location 17: **New Location Add** Berry College, Georgia

Location 18: **New Location Add** Springville Park

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(Pamella Vann Photography) Berry College Birmingham Botanical Gardens Downtown Gadsden Gulf Shores Guntersville State Park Lodge The Willows https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/1/location-location-location Thu, 29 Jan 2015 20:54:57 GMT
Samantha & Jack | Birmingham Wedding Photographer | SS Baptist Church | Harbert Center https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2015/1/samantha-jack-birmingham-wedding-photographer-ss-baptist-church-harbert-center Congratulations to Samantha & Jack
January 3, 2015
A Beautiful Winter Wedding

Second Photographer: Joel Price
DJ Danny Brewer

Samantha and Jack were married at Southside Baptist Church, in Birmingham, AL. Their reception was at the Harbert Center, in Downtown Birmingham.The weather was a little rainy but that did not stop this amazing event from going perfectly in every way.

Here is the wedding day story told by pictures! 

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Off to Live Happily Ever After

Congratulations Again Samantha & Jack!!! It was such a honor to be you wedding photographer. 

This is just a small portion of all the photos that were taken. It takes 6-8 weeks to edit an entire wedding. For this reason, I give a lot of sneak peeks on facebook and a blog post for family and friends to enjoy, while I edit the entire wedding. For all updates and pictures announcements, please make sure that you like my Facebook fan page, if you have not already. Here is the link: Facebook Fan Page

Also, while you are here, leave this beautiful couple some love!

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Kacie & Tom's Wedding | Rome Georgia Photographer | Georgia Wedding Photographer | https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2014/12/kacie-toms-wedding-rome-georgia-photographer-georgia-wedding-photographer  

Congratulations to Kacie & Tom
December 20, 2014
Christmas Wedding

Second Photographer: Joel Price
Tom and Kacie were married at Calvary Baptist Church, in Rome Georgia. Their wedding was decorated and inspired by the spirit of Christmas! Everything was gorgeous and perfect for a Winter Wedding. 

Here is the wedding day story told by pictures! 

 


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Off to Live Happily Ever After

Congratulations Again Tom and Kacie!!! It was such a honor to be you wedding photographer. 

This is just a small portion of all the photos that were taken. It takes 6-8 weeks to edit an entire wedding. For this reason, I give a lot of sneak peeks on facebook and a blog post for family and friends to enjoy, while I edit the entire wedding. For all updates and pictures announcements, please make sure that you like my Facebook fan page, if you have not already. Here is the link: Facebook Fan Page

Also, while you are here, leave this beautiful couple some love!

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(Pamella Vann Photography) Alabama Christmas Wedding Georgia JSU Rome Georgia Southern Church Wedding Wedding https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2014/12/kacie-toms-wedding-rome-georgia-photographer-georgia-wedding-photographer Tue, 30 Dec 2014 21:11:21 GMT
Cotton Field Sessions | Alabama Portrait Photographer | Southern Traditions | Northeast AL https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2014/12/cotton-field-sessions-alabama-portrait-photographer-southern-traditions-northeast-al Cotton Field Obsession

I have a confession to make. I am kind of obsessed with cotton fields. I look forward to seeing them every Fall. Over the past several years, it has become a great family tradition, in Alabama, and other southern states, to get portraits made in the cotton fields. Northern state are blessed with beautiful snow scenery and southern states are bless with gorgeous cotton fields. I love cotton fields so much that I have decided to do a blog showing off some of my favorite cotton field pictures from this year and last year. I also love to photograph horses. So a horse in the cotton field makes the perfect combination.

 

Let me know if you enjoyed this posts and contact me if you are interested in scheduling your next portrait session. 

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Kelly & Chris's Wedding | Oct 11 | Fall Wedding | Weddings at the Willows | Alabama Wedding https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2014/10/kelly-chriss-wedding-oct-11-fall-wedding-weddings-at-the-willows-alabama-wedding Congratulations to Kelly & Chris
October 11, 2014
Weddings at the Willows

Second Photographer: Joel Price
 

It was a gorgeous day that teased us with the possibility of rain but it never did. In fact, it just left us beautiful cloud designs in the skies that enhanced the beautiful decorations and scenery. 

Here is the wedding day story told by pictures! 


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Off to Live Happily Ever After

Congratulations Again Mr. and Mrs. Hinkle!!! It was such a honor to be you wedding photographer. 

This is just a small portion of all the photos that were taken. It takes 6-8 weeks to edit an entire wedding. For this reason, I give a lot of sneak peeks on facebook and a blog post for family and friends to enjoy, while I edit the entire wedding. For all updates and pictures announcements, please make sure that you like my Facebook fan page, if you have not already. Here is the link: Facebook Fan Page

Also, while you are here, leave this beautiful couple some love!

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(Pamella Vann Photography) Alabama October Wedding, Photographer Photographer" The Willows Wedding https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2014/10/kelly-chriss-wedding-oct-11-fall-wedding-weddings-at-the-willows-alabama-wedding Thu, 16 Oct 2014 22:43:12 GMT
Cathy & Brandon | Gadsden Engagement Portraits | Alabama Wedding Photographer https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2014/10/cathy-brandon-gadsden-engagement-portraits-alabama-wedding-photographer Cathy & Brandon's Engagement Session
These photos were taken at one of Pamella Vann Photography's exclusive locations. The barn is over 100 years old and it is surrounded by beautiful fields and creek. Brandon and Cathy are getting married on February 21, 2015. They are such a joy to work with! I can't wait until the wedding day.

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(Pamella Vann Photography) Alabama Wedding Photos Barn Engagement Fields Gadsden Photographer https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2014/10/cathy-brandon-gadsden-engagement-portraits-alabama-wedding-photographer Wed, 15 Oct 2014 16:39:01 GMT
Nika & Terryle's Wedding | October 4 | Classic on Noble, Anniston Alabama | Anniston Wedding https://www.pamellavannphotography.com/blog/2014/10/nika-terryles-wedding-october-4-classic-on-noble-anniston-alabama-anniston-wedding Congratulations to Nika & Terryl!

They were married, on October 4, 2014, at 4:30 pm, at the perfect venue, Classic on Noble

Nika & Terryl had some amazing details and venders at her wedding. Click on each of the names below to see more of their work:

Tasha's Creations LLC
Top Notch Events

The Makeup BAR - pro makeup studio
McDermott Events
Videographer Team
Classic on Noble

 

And here are the pictures that tell the beautiful love story of Nika & Terryl's wedding

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