a happier post ~ Jeremy and Maggie

I wish I could have posted these sneak pictures earlier. I had a great time at this wedding in Ohio. I know the Ramsey family very well and what a pleasure it was to get to know the McCoy family! Thanks for having me to your little town! Hope you like your glimpse.





this is a tribute shot for memorial day. :)

a sad time for my family

An update: My father-in-law passed away yesterday at 1:30pm. We were all with him at his bedside and it was very peaceful. Thank you for your prayers.

I am saddened to write this post. I have been unable to work or respond to e-mails for the past few days. My father-in-law has been fighting a long and hard battle and it seems he won't be with us much longer. I've been at the hospital with my husband keeping vigil at John's bedside. Please say a prayer for my family. I ask for your patience as I forsee a delay in my phone/e-mails over the next week. God bless.

Tristan ~ Maternity Session

Tristan, you are such a gorgeous mom-to-be! I would love to have your eyes! I can't wait to photograph your little man, Malachi. Keep me posted. :) Here is a sneak peek from this morning. Thanks for the relaxed session. :)

Heather and Brian ~ Biltmore Forest Country Club

What a beautiful day for a wedding!

Heather and Brian, it was such a pleasure to photograph your big day! I loved meeting you both. I hope your trip to the Bahamas is awesome... I'm so jealous. Enjoy your sneak peek. All the best!

there are no words...

This is how I spent my friday evening.... :)

Amy ~ Banner Elk Bridal Session

I had a fantastic time with Amy and her entourage today~! What a beautiful bride and the location was breathtaking! Thanks to Linda Ford for all the help! http://www.ncdreamweddings.com/about.htm

On with the sneek peek! ;)

Katie and Jeremy - Grovepark

What a weekend! I really have so much I could say about Katie and Jeremy and their beautiful union! What a fabulous mix of family, friends and warmth. I felt as if I was part of the family. I witnessed a rehearsal dinner that could have easily passed for a wedding reception in it's own right. I documented a family football game prior to the wedding that had many laughing to the point of tears. And then of course, I witnessed a ceremony that committed to wonderful people together for a lifetime. I was moved by the whole event. What can I say? I love weddings! Such a great start to the season.
Special thanks to my assistant, Kerry Puckett and also to the wedding planner, Tara Jordan. www.weddingswithtara.com
On with the wedding...

Happy Mother's Day!

I just wanted to wish a happy mother's day to all the mommies out there... I have been so blessed with two beautiful boys...and I love all the kids I've had the pleasure to work with. My best wishes to the mom club! :) I've posted a pic of my youngest, Cole. He was a sweet 2 weeks when I took it. How I just love him.

My cute nephew, Alex

This one is so sweet! That head to the left is my nephew, Matt, loving on his brother.

I finally get a chance to post a few pics of my sweet nephew. I saw him in Atlanta last week and couldn't resist a few shots. I can't believe he's 3 months already!

Stuart and Jeremy... Engagement!

I had the pleasure of photographing Stuart and Jeremy this evening. I have to say a big thank you to Kerry my new and lovely assistant. She will be helping me with some weddings this year and it was great to shoot with her. Stuart and Jeremy had a paparrazi of photogs today! Anyhoo... on with the sneek peek. ;)

Asheley ~ Bridal session

What a fun and carefree bridal session! Thanks so much to Brenda...my helpful assistant for the day. :) Asheley- you were so sweet and easy! Hope this gets you excited about the big day!
I'm having a hard time picking favorites, but this bw shot above is awesome!

Ella ~ then and now. :)

It's always a pleasure to photograph a little one again! I had a great time with Ella at the botanical gardens last night. We looked at all the rocks and fish and she shared her snacks with me. Becky, it was great to see you and your lovely family again! Enjoy the sneek!

Heather and Adam ~ Engagement

Okay, so I have to admit... I'm a sucker for a couple who is "up for anything", I mean, Heather showed up with a raincoat! I was so happy after that... and we had a blast with our shoot. ;) Thanks to both of you for all the fun! Hope you like your sneek peek.

WHAT A NICE THING TO SAY!

I received this e-mail and it totally made my day! So glad Nicole and Ryal love their pics. :) This e-mail is in reference to the engagement shoot in Raleigh two weeks ago. I'm going to attach their slideshow as well. ;) Little shameless post on my part, but hey.... it made me feel good.

{Katy,
We sent out the slideshow to our friends and family. Obviously by the feedback you did any amazing job. I thought I would share some of the comments we received.

Wow these are amazing. I love all the locations and moments she captured. She really has a great eye. You look so beautiful and happy.

You and Ryal look great! The pictures really capture the both of you so well!I LOVE THESE PICS! You two looking amazing, and your eyes really pop! How wonderful. When and if I ever get married, she will have another customer for sure!

OH MY GOD. You two have picked an awesome photographer! HOLY COW. These are absolutely beautiful. AND SO ARE YOU TWO!!! I can't wait to see the wedding photos! I want to BE Katy Cook!!!

These are by far the best engagement photos I have ever seen. I want to get married again just so Katy can shoot my wedding. LUCKY!!! You two look like models. Ps. You two will put the engagement section of the paper to shame. I would hate to be next to your photo. }

Link to the slideshow of proofs:
http://katycookproofing.com/darkroom/view/default.asp?darkroom/client/nicoleryal/

Olivia and Julian ~ Atlanta

Tere- it was fantastic seeing you again. Julian is a beautiful little boy and what fun I had with Olivia! She's so easy to photograph. Hope you like your sneek peek. :)

London ~ Atlanta baby

Claudia, thanks for having me in your beautiful home. I love the rolls on your little guy....so sweet! Hope you like your sneek peek and hope to see you again!

Matis and Jackson ~ ATL

Bev- It was super seeing you again! I had a great time talking with you and I hope the kids liked their ice cream. Can't wait for the new baby! Hope to see you soon, but not too soon! :) Enjoy your sneek peek.

Sarah and Sam ~ Athens session

I thought this was so cool! They have baby ducklings that are so tame and think Sarah is their mommy. It was too cute to watch them chase after her in the yard. ;) I'm loving this shot!

My first session in Atlanta this week and what a great time! I've had the pleasure of photographing these beautiful twins before and I knew I wouldn't be disappointed. :()

Lisa, thank you for having my son in your home during the session! He couldn't stop talking about it all the way to Woodstock....that was a long trip. ;) Hope you enjoy the sneek peek.