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Seaside, Florida / Carletta Watkins Photography

Carletta — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 16:09:38 +0000

I just could not stand it and had to post this one. First of all, Stephanie contacted me about going to the beach and photographing her family. At first, we turned them down. I did not think we could do it…..but things happened and it worked out that we could go….so we kept it a secret from Sophie and Brody…so on Wednesday afternoon, we picked them up from school and little did they know that their bags were packed and we were heading South. So they did their typical-after school whine….”where are we going….just take me home…..I am tired…I don’t wanna go” but we told them they had to….we told them we had to go to Corbin. The plan was to wait til one of them realized that we had passed Corbin and then tell them….but I was busting at the seams and told them to guess where we were really going….well neither ever got close! They were so excited!!!! So we got to spend a few days resting and then working alittle. We met the Martin family at Seaside and photographed them Saturday evening. When I first met the Martin’s there was just 5 of them and now…well there are more….and sure to even be more. I think that is just awesome….just because two people fell in love. I will post more soon but wanted to just add this one for now. This is S and D’s oldest son, his wife and their little “G” man .

Beach Sessions on 30A / Destin to Panama City / Carletta Watkins Photography

Carletta — Sun, 23 May 2010 22:59:10 +0000

It is that time again….well actually I feel like I am behind this year…..and of course with the oil spill……I wanted to wait and see but we have decided to begin our plans. Tim has watched very carefully and so far Florida’s Gulf is perfect. I have also received alot of emails from companies that we have used to make our reservations and all thus far are offering complete refunds if the current were to change and come their way….that is all we needed to know to make our plans. We will again be staying on 30a which is between Destin and Panama City. Either way….we will be about 10 minutes away! We would have loved to begin earlier but our schools are not out for Summer Break til June 14th. If you are interested please call the studio for more info. This is a great way to document a wonderful time for a family where all of life’s stresses are far away and family is everything…..Also inquire about our Custom Designed Albums!!!!

It all began a few years ago / Kentucky Baby Photographer

Carletta — Sat, 08 May 2010 03:43:43 +0000

This story begins with his momma calling to schedule a engagement session (I had photographed her neice and nephews before…..sooooo I photographed their engagement portraits. To this day, they are some of my favorites!!!! Fast forward a couple years……Paige emails to say she was pregnant (we were so excited)…..so the next chapter of this story began…..This is little Landon……this is his debut on the blog….but I have a feeling he will appear again….I also went back and pulled a few from their Maternity Session, Newborn Session and now their 4 month session. This is the greatest part of my job is seeing a couple become a family. Happy First Mother’s Day, Paige.

The Croley Family/ Williamsburg, Ky. / Family Photographer

Carletta — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 23:23:47 +0000

I think this is my third time photographing the Croley Family. They are again a very sweet family. We have always had lots of fun with them and just have enjoyed getting to know them. I tell Tracy all the time that her voice and a longtime friend of mine is exactly the same….and it is funny because their personalities are very similar too. I love what we designed for them for their wall. It just tells a story about their lives and just is a great family wall gallery. We did these in canvas and it is gorgeous. Can’t wait to see it on her wall!!!!

Remember if you have a wall in your home and you want something unique. Just call us for a consultation. We will discuss all the options and custom design a grouping just for your wall and your family.

The Carey Family/ Barbourville, Ky. / Kentucky Family Photographer

Carletta — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 23:10:25 +0000

Jenn is one of my biggest supporter. We have been together for a long time and I truly value her not just as a client but a friend. I have seen her family go from one beautiful little curly blonde to the addition of this sweet little boy. It never fails….I may be having a bad day and I can open my emails and there is one from Jenn that brightens my day. She is another one of those people that always has a smile on her face……well only once have I not seen that gorgeous smile and it was for Eli’s newborn session……she walked thru the door and I thought…..oh my gosh….she has about killed them all getting here….but considering all the times I have photographed this family and to only see her stressed once is wonderful. I must tell a funny story about her……I called her cell phone the other day and it went to her answering system and this is what it said…..”Hi, this is Jennifer. I have either lost my phone or I am busy, please leave me a message and I will get back with you, promise. I laughed and laughed but that is Jenn! I also want to add a few maternity and newborn to this post….I don’t think I have posted any of these if I have sorry…..but here they go again.

Also I know it is almost summer but as I was going back, I came across this…..I loved it…..and because I have photographed Jenn and her family for so long, I knew she would too!

OK……I want to add one of Eli’s newborn session….

This is his most recent session!

Joy and her Girls visit Carletta Watkins Photography / London, Ky.

Carletta — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 16:53:40 +0000

My how I have enjoyed watching these girls grow…..and my how I am amazing by this momma……she and I have come a long way……I remember at one viewing session, Joy saying………..I get it…….I get it, as she sit back on the chair. From that point on…..she has given me total artist control…..I love that! And I can’t say all of this without talking about her sweet momma, Clara. Clara….you are on my heart and on my mind. We love you and are praying for you.Â They 3 ladies have an amazing role model in Clara. I told Joy I would post this one and hopefully add more in a little bit. We are having some technical difficulties at the studio with emails and our online slide shows sooooo…..that is usually how it goes……everything going great and then there is a kink…..and emails and slide shows are a BIG KINK! Now back to the session. Joy had no clue that she was getting in the session on that day but I just could not resist and she obliged my wishes and jumped in for a few. Hope you like them and see you next week =).

Another Beach Session @ Rosemary Beach

Carletta — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 18:10:06 +0000

I love this image. Sometimes it is the images that I don’t even see the face that moves me the most. This is little Taylor Beth……I photographed her and her family at Rosemary Beach. She was such a little trooper considering that she got a splinter in her footsie. I will see you soon Momma and Daddy. You will love them, I promise: ).

Love the Moren Family!

Another Fabulous Beach Session @ Seaside, Florida / Carletta Watkins Photography

Carletta — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 05:31:59 +0000

Another Beach Session @ Seaside. Well, that day started off alittle bit “iffy”……we did not know if were were gonna get this session done for the rain….so I pushed it up hoping to beat the rain…..well of course the sun popped out and gave me heck for alittle while…….mommy and daddy were so hot and the boys were too…..but no complaints. So when the weather gives you lemons….you make lemonade, right?????? I looked at poor daddy and the back of his shirt was wet….mommy was sporting a cast from a recent surgery……which had to be the hottest, even though she said not……she is just too sweet to complain.Â This little family is just so precious and not just pretty on the outside but the inside too. Hope you have enjoyed your vacation and talk soon.

Just noticed daddy’s hand…..will have to find another minus the hand action.

I just love these little guys!!!!!!!

First 2009 Seaside Beach Session for Carletta Watkins Photography

Carletta — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 14:49:06 +0000

Â This was my first Beach Session for 2009. We had alot of fun and the session went perfect…..praying they all go this good. We timed the lighting perfect! I promised the Coots Family I would post just a couple for them to see before they go home! Greetings from 30A : ).

Dutta Family @ Carletta Watkins Photography

Carletta — Tue, 26 May 2009 01:56:11 +0000

This is the Dutta Family all the way from Cleveland, Ohio.Â

For us local people, that is Tim Couch, Cleveland Browns area. What makes that funny is the fact that this family was neighbors with Tim when he played for the Browns…..how neat is that?

It almost looked like it was not gonna happen……our Session with the Dutta family…..every time we would schedule it, something would happen and they would not be able to make the trip to Kentucky……but it finally did and we got it done. Love momma’s heart……she was like when do you want me there….I will come whenever….whatever!Â So we finally got it done. Momma has been so very patient and I so appreciate it. Hope you love them and I will talk to you soon.

Oh, I forgot something……Brother is a big sports fan….football and basketball….BIG LeBron James fan! Santa brought brother tickets to theÂ Cleveland Cavaliers…..on the FLOOR! He must have been a very good Boy!