{ 2009 }
Where did this year go? It flew by in a flash and yet somehow was filled with so many fantastic moments. 2009 was our first full year of business and I cannot believe how it panned out. At this time last year, I had 2 weddings booked for 2009 and you can probably imagine the lament-fest I was going through daily (“What if these are the only 2 weddings I have for the whole year? What if these are the only 2 weddings I have EVER AGAIN???”)
But January came and so did the emails. And in February came more. And now at the end of the year I can hardly believe how fortunate we have been to meet and work with so many amazing people. Clients who are now friends, who are supporters, who are some of the most warm and loving people I have come to know in this life. Photographers who are not competition, but comrades, who will give you advice late at night, who are happy to see you succeed, and other amazing vendors who offer both encouragement and inspiration. I want everyone to know that this year was shaped by you (yes, YOU!) and it is because of your support that 2009 has been so fantastic.
I am planning to release a post early next year with The Story, of how I got from being an utterly confused post-grad on the brink of applying to law school, to waking up every day to a job I love. I have been meaning to do such a post for a long time and have been piecing it together little by little. It may be a tad long, but I definitely want to document it here so I can come back to it every year and remember how it all started.
But for now, please enjoy the year in photos, some of my favorite moments from 2009. Happy new year and see you in 2010!
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December 31st, 2009 at
Many deserved congratulations on this wonderful year! Your work never disappoints, and I can’t wait to see what jewels 2010 has in store :) Most of all, thanks for your friendship and heart. Best to you and Scott!
December 31st, 2009 at
congrats adrienne!! you have so many beautiful shots from 2009!! its also reassuring to know that a lot of bookings happen in january and february :) i can’t wait to see what 2010 has in store for you and I wish you & Scot a Happy New Year!! Here’s too much success in 2010!!! :)
December 31st, 2009 at
LOVELY!!! Great Job!!! Happy 2010!!!!!
January 1st, 2010 at
Wow~ and this is only the beginning!!! Congratulations on all your accomplishments in 2009. Your work is absolutely beautiful and I’m excited for what the future holds for you. All the best in 2010! Happy New Year!
January 1st, 2010 at
congratulations on a successful year Adrienne!! :o) Here’s to 2010!
January 1st, 2010 at
Hey Adrienne! I am so happy to see you grow and succeed in this business! I’ll always remember how you helped me so much when I was starting out..and that was around the time where you were starting out as well! You’re so sweet and generous to want to help others out that I know you deserve all of your success and happiness! I am positive that 2010 will bring you even greater joy than 2009 did! :) Happy new year!
January 1st, 2010 at
What gorgeous, emotional + fun images!! From these photos, I can see that you had a wonderful 2009! Here’s to an even bigger + better 2010! xo.
January 1st, 2010 at
its all so beautiful…
January 1st, 2010 at
Congratulations, Adrienne! Your pictures get more and more beautiful every time! Can’t wait to see what other amazing things you and Scott will be doing this year. Also can’t wait for The Story (which should include me! jk!) and The Other Story! Haha. Love you!
January 3rd, 2010 at
beautiful & awesome images to represent 2009!!! wooo! :) can’t wait to see what 2010 has in store for you!!! :)
January 4th, 2010 at
Congrats on a lovely and successful year! Here’s hoping 2010 will be even lovlier.
January 5th, 2010 at
awesome!! what a great collection for 2009!
January 5th, 2010 at
Congrats Adrienne! You’ve definitely been an inspiration to me & I love coming back to see all of your beautiful work and accomplishments. Happy New Year! Keep it up!
January 5th, 2010 at
wow, what an amazing year for you! very inspirational. congrats on the such tremendous growth, and best wishes for 2010!
January 6th, 2010 at
I love it when we can look back on our year and fall in love with the photos all over again!
January 7th, 2010 at
Beautiful work Adrienne! I’m excited to read your two posts that you have planned. You are such an amazing person and you deserve to have an even better year this year. Here’s to 2010! :D
January 7th, 2010 at
What a great year – and some amazing images. Really inspiring stuff. But one sad point: so long to Polaroid. :(
January 8th, 2010 at
love love love me some bubbles!!! we hope your 2010 is full of love, success, and blessings! happy new year to you and scott!
January 9th, 2010 at
Your 2009 favorites are awesome ! keep up the good work !
January 12th, 2010 at
Nice! Nice! Nice! Great work Adrienne!! Wish to see more awesome shots in 2010! Cheers :D
January 16th, 2010 at
Congrats on a fantastic 2009. I linked to your site off my friend’s blog, ever_ours. I am just getting into photography so am very interested in seeing others work! You work is TRULY amazing. I love all the pictures with the balloons and bubbles, those are really nice added effects for photos! I hope you don’t mind if I stop by once and awhile and oogle over your work! =)