Hello Wonderful Readers!


Labor Day weekend is all about celebrating the end of summer with your loved ones, and this year, I had the pleasure of capturing some unforgettable family moments with the Brantley family. Despite a few unexpected twists, we managed to turn a potentially cloudy situation into a day filled with laughter, joy, and beautiful memories.


Our plan was simple – an early morning session at Callaway Gardens to capture the family's joy against the backdrop of colorful hot air balloons rising gracefully into the sky. With the morning light and the balloons' vibrant colors, it promised to be a magical scene. But as we all know, nature has a way of surprising us, and the weather decided to play along.


The day greeted us with cloudy skies and a gentle breeze, not exactly the picture-perfect morning we had hoped for. And as if on cue, the hot air balloons, while still captivating and vibrant against the cloudy sky, didn't stay airborne for long, and descended back to the earth sooner than expected. But I definitely wasn't going to let a minor hiccup steal our fun.

Two sisters giving eachother a hug while hot air balloons prepare to take off in the background at Callaway Gardens.
Family walking in a field with hot air balloons in the distance at Callaway Gardens
Family embracing with hot air balloons in the background preparing to rise into the air at Callaway Gardens.

With smiles all around, we adapted to the situation and decided to make the most of this unexpected twist. Callaway Gardens, with its natural beauty, offers endless possibilities, and with the beach just a few steps away we headed there to capture some more family memories!


The kids wasted no time sticking their toes into the warm water, giggling as the sand washed over their toes. They raced up and down the shore, their laughter filling the air, as I tried to capture their pure joy as we explored a new location. 

Sweet portrait of a little girl climbing the lifeguard stand at Callaway Gardens during their family session.
A family of 5 standing and holding hands on the beach at Callaway Gardens for their family photos.
Parents embracing and giving each other a kiss on the beach while their kids run around them at Callaway Gardens.

In the end, while we didn't get the hot air balloon photos we initially envisioned, we received something even more precious – genuine family moments filled with love and laughter. It was a Labor Day weekend that the Brantley family would cherish forever, and I was honored to be a part of it.


So, here's to embracing the unexpected and turning cloudy days into radiant memories. I was thrilled to have shared this special day at Callaway Gardens with the Brantley family. As I look back on this adventure, I am reminded that the best moments are often the ones that come when we least expect them. So, until next time, keep cherishing the love and laughter that family brings, rain or shine! ☁️🏖️💕

Family sitting together on the beach at Callaway Gardens while the mom lifts the youngest daughter into the air.