As if baby Jonas wasn’t cute enough, he arrived dressed in his awesome Star Wars onesie. I knew immediately this was going to be a fun shoot, and we got double the cuteness when his cousin Evan tagged along! As we snapped away, I couldn’t help but think what great friends they will be. I hope the photos from this session is something they will always treasure. It was so much fun to meet these sweet little boys and get to capture their awesome expressions.

The blog post featuring our images from Brandy and Michael’s wedding will be up an hour after this post launches. For now, enjoy Dana’s beautiful words and image! — Stephanie & Ashley

Brandy and Michael’s wedding was my first day as the White Rabbit intern and I am so glad it was. It was the perfect event to get my feet wet and learn from Ashley and Stephanie.

I’ve always thought being a wedding photographer would be too stressful or intimidating and honestly a nightmare, but I was leaving something out of the equation in my mind: magic. Yes — it may sound a little cheesy, but when you are at an event like this you can’t help but feel honored just to be present and included.

My husband is my dream come true. His name is Scott and we just celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary. The best weddings I’ve attended reached into my heart and stirred those feelings I had when I looked at him and promised to love him forever. When that happens, it sticks with me.

My favorite weddings are my favorite because of the way the people and moments come together to write a beautiful memory in the hearts of all in attendance. Brandy and Michael’s wedding was just that type of event. From the guestbook painting created by Brandy’s Dad to the wedding vows that had us all laughing and crying, every detail of this day showcased the heart, creativity, humor and love that emanate from this couple and their family and friends. As a photographer, I felt giddy floating from detail to detail trying to capture what was on the faces of the guests and in the air: nothing short of magic.

Dana is our new intern! Everyone we interviewed was exceptional — Ashley and I were blown away by the talent that inquired with us! We’re both crazy happy with Dana and are loving getting to know her, and also thrilled to finally introduce her to you. She wrote this sweet little bit for her blog intro, and we thought you’d like it. Don’t worry, this won’t be the last you’ll hear from her! – Stephanie

“Mommy, I’m glad you are a photographer.”

Those words came from my four year-old little girl this morning as we smooshed our faces together for a self-portrait. She has reached the point in her life where she has grown tired of Mommy snapping pictures every day, so this was a pretty monumental compliment from my sassy girl.

I am devoted to creating. I love telling stories with words and pictures. I love things that sparkle or twinkle or giggle or shine. I am mom to a four year-old girl, all her imaginary friends and a one year-old angel boy.

My love for photography is directly related to my enjoyment of children. I love kids because kids get me and I get them. Somewhere along this journey with my camera in my hand, I realized being a photographer was the dream I always came back to. No matter where my hopes and ideas have taken me, the camera is always where I end up.

Applying for the internship with White Rabbit Studios was a step into that dream. It was a moment of holding my breath, closing my eyes and jumping forward into something I’ve wanted to make a reality for years. The joy I’ve felt since becoming the first White Rabbit intern is something so deep and so palpable that lately I have found myself sparkling and twinkling and giggling and shining. Every moment of this internship feels like a gift and I’m already learning so much from Ashley and Stephanie.

So far, the best moment still has to be when my biggest little fan called me a photographer.