October 27, 2014

Erin and Josh aren’t tying the knot until June, 2015. But as you can tell, they are incredibly excited to spend the rest of their lives together! Newly engaged couples are so easy to photograph – they are practically glowing and so sweet on each other, this couple specifically though. It might have something to […]

Erin & Josh: Arden Photography

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October 24, 2014

Every bride dreams of getting married under sunny blue skies, fair conditions, with a warm breeze – but rarely does it work out so perfectly. Tara and Eric must be two lucky people because that is just what mother nature delivered for them! And when weather conditions are perfect, there really isn’t anything to complain […]

Tara & Eric: Arden Photography

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October 22, 2014

For the most part, the wedding is all about the bride. The groom just needs to show up, look presentable, and say “I do.” We often forget that it is important for him too, and whether he admits it or not, he has totally envisioned that big day as well. And while he might not […]

Groom’s Cake – A Retro Tradition: Arden Photography

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October 16, 2014

You did all your research on the weather for the date of your wedding. You checked forecast trends as far back as 25 years ago to see what the likelihood of precipitation chances are. Your thumbs got blisters from hitting refresh on your phone’s weather app, and you sent up tiny prayers for a clear […]

Rainy Weddings: Arden Photography

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October 15, 2014

We loved shooting these engagement portraits out by Regions Field and Railroad Park! That Birmingham emblem blazing in the background makes for great photos! It seems so urban and modern and then you turn the corner and you have the lush green grass of Railroad Park – way to go Big Ham! Julie and Paul […]

Julie & Paul: Arden Photography

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October 14, 2014

Family portraits are some of our favorite shoots to do! We love getting to know the family and watching the kids grow up over time as we often photograph the family more than once. We met Melissa at the Botanical Gardens with her two adorable children – I mean look at that red hair! Like […]

Family Portraits: Arden Photography

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October 10, 2014

Olivia’s mother, Kimberly, emailed me not too long ago to inquire about my Equus collection prints. She told me that her 11-year-old daughter is part of the hippotherapy program, Horse Ability, in New York where they live. Olivia is special needs with a rare genetic deletion that requires special attention and daily forms of therapy. […]

Thank You Kimberly and Olivia!

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Personal

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October 7, 2014

There is something about the deep hues of fall that compliment a woman so beautifully – just look at what happens to Mother Nature this time of year! The rust colored leaves, the golden sunlit rays, the red, ripe berries and apples; it is easy to see how this inspires makeup trends. For your fall […]

Arden Ward Upton’s Expert Advice: Fall Bridal Makeup

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October 3, 2014

Some of our favorite wedding photos to shoot are the ring images. Probably has something to do with all the sparkly bling, right? There are so many interesting and unique details personal to each wedding, and we love to incorporate those into the shot. While the rings speak for themselves in beauty and value, it […]

Wedding Rings : Arden Photography

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October 3, 2014

Gadsden Museum of Art has chosen Arden Ward Upton as the 2014 Artist of the Year. Her Equus collection will debut December 7, 2014 and will hang in the museum until January 20, 2015. In the gallery collection will be a few new editions to her ever-growing Equus fine art including the release of the Italy […]

Arden Ward Upton: Alabama’s Finest “Artist of the Year”

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