A year later :: Stone Mountain Children's Photographer

Remember this beauty queen? She was just a few days old and about to leave the hospital when her Mommy (me) took this picture.

Well, it's been a little over a year! My how time flies. She's all grown up and a bundle of sunshine. We all LOVE her to pieces.

A man, his girl and his car :: Engagement Photos :: Atlanta Area Engagement Photographer

Pictures speak a thousand words and this one is all about love and bright shiny things :).
FABULOUSNESS!!!!

There's a boy on the way :: Photos by Pru :: Atlanta Maternity Photographer

Yes, Yes, Yes, there's a boy on the way. They've been waiting and wanting him for so long. He's loved already. This was a mother/daughter maternity session. It was beautiful to see the Mommy taking care of her baby who is having her very own baby. I'm really not capable of putting it into words. It was beautiful and moving and a genuine demonstration of the gentleless of motherly love being passed from one generation to the next. Pictures have emotion, and this one speaks volumes.

Bling :: Photos by Pru :: Atlanta Area Engagement Photographer

When a man finds an incredible woman and gives her an incredible ring, it deserves photographic recognition. So to my friends C & M, congrats! Your engagement session was so much fun but I just wanted to tease you with this picture. Smooches.

Anticipation :: Photos by Pru :: Atlanta Maternity and Family Photographer

Just today, I ran across this picture from a couple years ago. It's amazing how much this family had changed. the little guy that's in the belly, is now almost 2 years old and his older brother is still quite a charm. Their family is just as happy today as they were when these pictures were taken.

The Sweetness of new life :: Photos by Pru :: Lithonia Newborn Photographer

There's something captivating about a newborn baby. They are snuggly and cuddly and innocent and bring so much joy.  Our family is complete, which is why I love my job, I get to indulge for just a few hours then I walk away with wonderful pictures that will last forever. It's the ultimate opportunity to 'Capture Life, One Click at a Time.'

Beautiful Belly :: Photos by Pru :: Atlanta Maternity Photographer

There's nothing sexier, more beautiful, more amazing than a round full-of-life belly. Don't you agree?

Paused....

Sometimes, I'm editing and I get to a picture that I didn't expect and I just have to stop and share. Today, this picture did that for me.

This picture just draws me in. Maybe it's because I love his family. Maybe it's because I think he's awesome. Maybe because I've watched him grow up and I'm amazed. Maybe it's because I know that one day he'll be a man, I'll be an old lady (still fabulous) and I hope he is as eager for life in 30 years.

So, to the M. family, your pictures are almost ready. But for now, this one made me pause. Love you all.

Change is a'coming

Photos by Pru will use an offical watermark on all web images from now on.

Why? Well, simply put, publicity. I watermarked photos for a little while but somewhere around June, after my logo was designed, I stopped placing my © symbol on many pictures,  especially on Facebook, which is exactly why I need the new watermark. With Facebook it's so easy to share pictures and I think if the picture is good enough to share then I should get the credit and definitely the publicity.

So, today is a new day.

Check out the newly designed Photos By Pru watermark that will go on all web images. Don't worry, clients always get unwatermarked images for their personal use but I ask that all electronic (Facebook, email, etc) images use the watermark version.


This is a move forward plan. At this time, I don't plan to re-upload images that have not been watermarked.

What do you think? I like it!

The 50mm challenge

It's a photographers' dream and challenge. I pulled out the 50mm lens. It's a special lens and mostly used for porrtraits or detail photographs. But it's best because this lens can find beauty in just about anything. So, one day, I realized that I hadn't used mine in a while and pulled it out and started clicking. Here are the results.

Before and After

No words necessary. A picture can speak a thousand words.

Photos by pru :: expectation :: lithonia maternity photographer

Little baby on the way. Getting bigger every day. Kicking mommy here and there. God please listen to our prayer.

Keep our baby safe and strong. Let his time with us be long. Help us teach him right from wrong. and we shall praise thee all day long.This little one, though not yet here, Is loved so much, has grown quite dear. Delivery time is growing near.
That’s why we pray our plea you’ll hear.



Please help us Lord, we pray to Thee. With thankful heart, on bended knee. To raise this child that he might be. A happy child because of me.

Photos by Pru :: Birthdays :: Atlanta Family Photographer

Every year, around this time, our family gets a dose of happiness.
First, we celebrate our 7 year wedding anniversary.
Secondly, our first born son turns 5 and starts kindergarten.
Thirdly, our baby girl celebrates her 1st birthday.

I've got so much to thank God for.....Yahoo!

Photos by Pru :: Specialty Cakes :: Atlanta Party Photographer

This weekend, I had the most delicious cake. It was extremely beautiful and detailed and you know, that somethings are pretty and that's just it. But this cake, was pretty and pretty tasty.  Yum! I am so  glad that I only got a small piece as we were leaving to avoid any temptation.

Family is Everything

I knew it as a child. Forgot it as a teenager. But I am ever so sure about it as a parent. Family IS everything. These are the people that are happy with you for the little things and bolster you when things are not so good. They know you inside and out and love you just the same. These are the people that remember you when you were 'yay high.'

Family IS everything.

I had the joy of photographing the immediate and extended family of a good friend. I was quite happy to have been asked to capture this time in their life. Here are just a sneak peek at some of the photos.

Danielle and Andre: Sneak Peak {Photos by Pru | Stone Mountain, Georgia Engagement Photographer}

 Some people plan every detail of their life and some live in the moment. These two, definitely live in the moment. That spirit of freedom will keep their relationship fresh and lively for many years to come.

Some girls (and guys) plan their wedding day even before they have their first real date. Others, go for a walk and come home as Mr. and Mrs. O.  These two have a story, like no other, for their children and grandchildren.

Happy Birthday Bryce!

Birthday cakes are awesome but they're better when it's your first birthday. Happy Birthday Bryce!

L-O-V-E | Photos by Pru | Atlanta Area Wedding Photographer

 L is for the way he looks at her

O is because she's the only one he see's

V is very, very extra ordinary

E is even more .....

It's a wedding I won't forget. They were so authentic in a way that I can't quite adequately describe. They truly loved each other and you could feel it. You could feel their happiness with each other. It was palpable. He made her laugh, truly laugh and cry because words were not enough then danced for her like a lion on the prowl completely ignoring that we were in the room. They prayed together, holding hands, heads bowed before God, giving thanks for each other and praying for their marriage. They kissed, whispered to each other, giggled and probably daydreamed about their life ahead. Brian and Rhonda, thanks for the privilege to photograph your wedding. It ws truly an honor.

Here is a sneak peek. Want more? Go here for a few more.