His Name is Colton | Columbia, South Carolina | Newborn & Birth Photographer | Krista Gantt Photography

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I'm so excited that my friends Davis and Megan are expecting a second baby!  I photographed her firstborn just a few years ago, and now she's expecting another boy!  Baby #2 is sure to be just as handsome as his big brother Colton.  Here are images from Colton's birth and delivery, and then some when everyone made it home with their new little bundle.  Cannot wait to meet their next little guy!  (Check out Callan's newborn session, here!)

His name was a mystery throughout Megan's pregnancy, so he became known as "Baby C".  One cool October day, the mystery was no more.  Davis rounded the corner as he made his way to the nursery with a brand new baby boy.  His [very excited] family rushed down the hall to meet him.  Davis had the honor of introducing them to his very first baby.  He tearfully stated his name for the first time.  Colton.  His name is Colton.  His family stood in awe of the tiny miracle, squeezed Davis, and then watched through the nursery window as he got his first shot and held his dad's hand for the first time.  iPhones were out, pictures were taken, tears were falling.  A healthy baby boy is here at last.

Brooklyn | 6 Month Session | Charlotte, North Carolina Baby Photographer | Krista Gantt Photography

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Oh sweet Brooklyn!  Have you ever meet a baby who is very well behaved, never fusses, and smiles for the camera??  Well this is one of those!  Miss Brooklyn is on the Baby Plan and these are the images from her 6 month session.  She never disappoints!  She even poses for the camera when asked!  It's such a treat to photograph her, and I can't wait for our next session together!  Take a look at some of my favorite images from her session.

That One Wedding I Photographed | Krista Gantt Photography | Charlotte, NC Photographer

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One time back in November 2015, a sweet photographer friend of mine let me third shoot a wedding with her at Myers Park Methodist and reception at Firethorne Country Club.  I had a great time working with Julie and her second shooter Alyssa, who is THE sweetest!  The detail shots before the ceremony and bride/groom shots after the ceremony were more up my alley, but I did learn a lot about lighting at the reception.  You won't see any reception shots here though - mine were below par, so just go check out Julie's blog post to see the entire day.  It was a beautiful fall wedding to remember!  

Julie from Old South Studios is THE wedding photographer here in Charlotte!  I have been behind the scenes and I see what she puts into her business, which is why so many brides choose her over other wedding photographers.  She goes above and behind for every single Old South bride.  The best part about her is, she's just so full of energy!  The entire bridal party loves her and she knows how to have a good time while working.  

Julie has been such a great mentor to me, answering silly (and outright stupid!) questions of mine and letting me assist with some pretty sweet engagement sessions (like this one!).  I have loved working with her and soaking up every bit of knowledge she has, just so I can be a sponge and learn the ins and outs of photography.  Make sure to follow her on Instagram, especially if you're engaged!  She posts behind the scenes shots too... like this one of me after the wedding!  Not my most flattering angle, but still hilarious!  Julie is so much fun! 

Here are some of my images from the wedding.  I definitely need more practice!   : )