A FAMILY WITH A SPECIAL STORY

Recently, we were very fortunate to photograph the Myer's family. On a cold Saturday morning, we drove to Hot Springs where we were warmly welcomed by Dr. & Mrs. Myer, their children, Dennis, Diane and Gary. While discussing their family portrait, we learned a few things about the Myers. We learned who they are, where they've been and what their family means to them. We listened to them crack jokes, reminisce, and share stories as we shared stories with them. Not only did their love bring them together but so did the family homestead. Hearing stories about how they migrate from porch to porch during the day, childhood friends coming over, and how certain parts of the house held fond memories each room and porch.

Driving from parts of Virginia and North Carolina , they came together. United.. celebrating the holiday.. celebrating togetherness.. celebrating.. a family. In taking a portrait, it's not just about a photograph. We talk with our clients, we want to learn their story. Whether it's a family that has fond memories of their homestead and being together, or the high school senior that isn't sure where to go or what to do after finishing school, yet remains positive and excited about the future or the cancer survivor and the friend who was by their side thru all the suffering offering encouragement and support.

Stories behind the photographs not only are touching to those that have lived them, but also to us. The Myers were truly a touching story. To see the bond of love they shared inspired us as photographers to create a portrait for them that not only would be another story, but a memory of a very special day.

Helen Keller said " The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched, they must be felt with the heart."

We are very grateful to th Myer's for allowing us to become for a brief time part of their family and letting us feel with our heart.