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Getting to Know Chad & Marci :: Orlando Wedding Photographer

Ann — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 13:35:44 +0000

“I hit the jackpot with Chad” writes Marci. “I met the perfect man in Chad” she writes again. What an amazing way to feel about the person you’re getting ready to commit the rest of your life to. It is so totally obvious that Chad feels the same way about this amazing woman. You can SEE it when he looks at her. And I know Chad, and I know his looks, and this is what he has been waiting for! FINALLY! This adorable couple, also known as “Charci”, has a great story. They met at a BBQ in 2007 thrown by some mutual friends where Chad asked for her number that night. He put off calling her for weeks, so says Marci, because his wallet was recently stolen and he was waiting on replacement ID and credit cards.Well, the first date did finally happen in downtown Orlando where they started at The Matador. They had an amazing evening of drinks, sushi, music and wonderful conversation. They grew close very quickly and it was soon love. Chad recalls thinking that this could be the one after meeting Marci for the first time. Wow! For Marci, Chad is everything she desires in a husband and so much more!! They are actually quite perfect together You can keep up with them on their personal blog at www.charci.com.

We just couldn’t be more delighted to be a part of Chad & Marci’s wedding. Mike, Chad and I go WAAAAAY back. Mike and Chad worked together for about 8 years at a software company. I remember conversations with Chad about marriage and family. I’d be like “Chad, when are you gonna get married? Don’t you want kids and all? ” He was like “Heck yeah! Look at the big family I come from. Of course I want a wife and kids.” Well, that was many, many moons ago. Mike and I pursued working together and Chad remained at the software company. And life went on. Until… BAM! Chad calls Mike out of the blue and tells him he’s engaged and wants to talk to us about telling their wedding story. We were THRILLED!!!!! We LOVE Chad and are so happy for him. He has found himself the most genuine, sexy, vivacious, beautiful and intelligent woman. We just love Marci now, too!

For their Getting-to-Know-You session, we met downtown where it all started. We ended the evening at The Matador, the scene of their first drinks on their first date and one of their now favorite bars. They also celebrate “Chari” day each year in honor of the day they met at the BBQ. That is awesome.

Thanks, Chad & Marci, for an awesome evening together and for inviting us to be a part of your lives. We are honored and thrilled- especially that Chad is finally getting hitched We are so excited about your Courtyard at Lake Lucerne wedding and reception in November.

Please visit Chad & Marci’s Story Page for their slideshows by clicking the link below.

Photography by Orlando wedding photographers Mike & Ann | Visual Storytellers.

Madeline’s Surprise Party- Details & More :: Orlando Kids Photographer

Ann — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 10:16:22 +0000

Just last week we told you about Madeline’s surprise session with us that was gifted to her by Uncle Frank & Aunt Allyson. Well, the surprise didn’t stop there! After we said our goodbye’s and talked about where we were going to have dinner, Mike & I headed over the Lake City Church of Christ to await Madeline’s arrival to her surprise Sweet 16 party!! The room looked absolutely amazing thanks to the hard work of family, friends and event planner extraordinaire Sarah Carroll. What an fabulous job by all. Of course, all the family was feeling a bit guilty with all the little “white lies” they had to tell to pull something like this off. I’d say it was totally worth it!! We set up a fun photo booth and there was tons of dancing and everyone was just having a good time. We had a blast Other than when I lost it as Madeline and her father danced, I held it together pretty well. I’m such a softie and the father/daughter stuff gets to me every time!

Thanks for having us be a part of this day! Again, we are honored to be able to document such an amazing time for some truly special people.

Photography by Orlando Kids Photographer Mike & Ann | Visual Storytellers.

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Welcome to the World, Little Charlie :: Orlando Newborn Photographer

Ann — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 10:37:44 +0000

I little over a week ago, proud parents Cessie & Charlie welcomed their son, Little Charlie, into the world. We stopped by for a quick visit when we were in Lake City to meet him and capture him in his first week of life! What a cutie he is. I’m sure he’s going to keep his wicked-blue eyes since both parents have the same! He pretty much snoozed while we were there, except for the brief afternoon snack at Mommy’s “snack bar” He was good for a bit, but wasn’t long before he was ready for more! It seems little boys do nothing but eat. I warned Cessie about the growth spurts where all he’ll do is nurse all day long, so hopefully she’ll be better prepared that I was!

Here’s some of our favorites from some time together in their living room in the light from the window. Enjoy!

Thanks, Cessie & Charlie, for letting us meet and document your precious little man. Congratulations!!

Photography by Orlando newborn photographers Mike & Ann | Visual Storytellers.

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Tere’sa, Travis and Baby Raya (who should arrive today) :: Orlando Maternity Photographer

Ann — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:17:28 +0000

Just a couple of weeks ago we stopped by Travis & Tere’sa’s beautiful Lake City home for a maternity session in celebration of their daughter Raya, who will hopefully arrive today. Tere’sa has the most incredible smile and Travis is just absolutely in love with his wife and soon-to-be daughter. I think it was pretty much love at first site for Travis when he first saw Tere’sa, and I’m sure it will be the same way when he meets his daughter very soon. We are so excited for them! We hope to get the whole family, including son Trent, when we visit again soon for Raya’s newborn session. I just hope that Travis and Trent still have matching mohawks, ’cause that’s so awesome!!!

Thanks, Tere’sa and Travis, for inviting into your home to document such an amazing time in your lives. We wish you all the best!! See you soon.

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Photographs by Orlando Maternity Photographers Mike & Ann Visual Storytellers

Sweet & Sassy Madeline is 16 :: Orlando Kids Photographer

Ann — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:40:27 +0000

I just love surprises, especially when I’m helping plan it. I like being a little sneaky like that Frank & Allyson contacted us months ago about their niece’s Sweet 16 party. We have been looking forward to this for a while! Madeline has been a fan of ours ever since we documented the wonderful time Frank, Allyson, and Miss Molly had at Disney back in April. She actually asked for a session with us for her birthday after finding out we were in town for the weekend. Well, she got it and, boy, was it a surprise!

The plan went like this-we were to meet downtown Lake City and surprise Madeline while she was in the middle of a “photo session” with Uncle Frank who has a very nice point-and-shoot camera. Just as he was telling her to lean against the tree and stick her booty out, Mike walked up behind her! She literally squealed with delight when she saw Mike! It was so awesome. We then had an impromptu session around the downtown area before her really big surprise.

Photography by Orlando Kids Photographers, Mike & Ann | Visual Storytellers

Stay tuned to the blog for more on this fabulous party!

~Ann

A new little family- Scott, Candice & Baby Davis :: Orlando Newborn Photographer

Ann — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 17:04:50 +0000

We popped by a couple of weeks ago to see Candice, Baby Davis and daddy Scott who was absent during Davis’ newborn session. Davis has already changed soooo much!! You can tell that this adorable little man has his parents wrapped around his little tiny finger We look forward to watching him grow!

by Orlando children’s photographers, Mike & Ann Visual Storytellers

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Cessie, Charlie and the Belly :: Orlando Maternity Photographer

Ann — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 22:44:08 +0000

Cessie & Charlie are anxiously awaiting the arrival of their son L.C. (AKA Lil Charlie) who is due on Friday the 13th! Could be any day now. We met Cessie a couple of years back in Lake City at the wedding of Megan & Ryan, who already have a little girl and a boy on the way. We are so excited for both couples because little boys are awesome!! Okay, little girls are cool, too, but I have a thing for little boys It’s always an honor to document such an amazing time as husbands and wives make the journey into parenthood. It sure is a WILD ride! Welcome to the club, Cessie & Charlie. We can’t wait to meet Lil Charlie soon!

Images and slideshow produced by Orlando Maternity Photographers Mike & Ann | Visual Storytellers.

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Cessie’s Maternity Session

Diva Details – Orlando Kids Photographer

Ann — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 11:03:59 +0000

Like I said in my last post, Kimber’s birthday party was no ordinary first birthday party. It was Divalicious!! The planning and details that went into this event was that of a small wedding. It was gorgeous and so well done! Nice job, Kelly & Amy. You surely know how to put on a party

Please take a moment to view the incredible slideshow we put together. Thanks!

Images and slideshow produced by Orlando kids photographer Mike & Ann | Visual Storytellers.

The Diva Turns One – Orlando Kids Photographer

Ann — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 17:51:48 +0000

This was no ordinary first birthday party. After all, it was the party for a Diva- none other than the fabulous Miss Kimber Hayden Lippi! What a precious little Diva she is and so deserving of such an awesome birthday party event. With a zebra print and hot-pink theme, this party was a feast for the eyes. The delicious food was a feast for the tummy. Yummy!! There was face painting and a bounce house for the kids. They also enjoyed some art & crafts, cotton candy and much needed icy snow cones. The heat was definitely turned up, but so was the fun. And no Diva party is complete without her own dragster, thanks to Gran Dad

We’ve included Kimber’s custom birthday card that we designed from awesome images from her one year portrait session in her Aunt Amy’s closet ! Proud parents Paul & Kelly were there cheering her on in her Diva debut photo session.

Images by Orlando Kids Photographer, Mike & Ann | Visual Storytellers. Stay tuned to the blog for more on the fabulous details and the event slideshow.

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Getting To Know Holli & Scott :: Lake Eola Park, Orlando FL

Ann — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 14:16:41 +0000

” I had ALWAYS been crazy about him” Holli says about Scott. We met Scott as groomsman in Stephanie & Jon’s wedding in 2008. She’s had a crush on him since they met through Scott’s best friend about 7 years ago. Holli was at FSU and Scott at UF. I know, ANOTHER mixed marriage!! They’ll make it, though. There will definitely be some rough game days, but their love for each other shall prevail Well, after meeting and hanging out a bit here and there, it was several years later that these two reconnected after running into each other and hanging out all night in Downtown Orlando. They were both finally single and Holli “snatched him up” for herself. Forever…….

Their first “official” date took place at Wild Side BBQ in Thornton Park. They had dinner and then made their way around Lake Eola. They ended up in a local pub with Scott showing Holli how you really play darts. So, for their getting-to-know-you session, that’s just what we did. And what fun we had!!

Thanks, Holli & Scott, for a fantastic time hanging out with you guys. You are so awesome and we can’t wait until March for your Mission Inn wedding. It’s going to be amazing!

Make sure you visit Holli & Scott’s story page to see their slideshows.