This weekend, had the privilege of traveling from Barcelona to the historic city of Girona, Spain. While in this gorgeous town that felt like a movie set--- if you would like to see the city click HERE --- we discovered one of the best coffeeshops in the world - Espresso Mafia. 

Not only is the coffee incredibly smooth and house roasted, but the shop is absolutely fantastic and biker friendly-- but really. Started by an amazing couple Christian and Amber Meier. Christian is a professional cyclist with a passion for coffee who decided to start this coffeeshop along with their other coffeeshop La Fabrica in the heart of Girona, Spain. Even with our brief time in Girona, we could instantly tell that Espresso Mafia was the place to be as 6 or 7 professional bikers stopped in for a fresh cup early in the morning. 

Not only is the decor absolutely fantastic, but the people are fantastic and make you feel right at home as soon as you walk in the door. 

“Another? Another. ”

— Espresso Mafia

Do yourself a favor and go try Espresso Mafia on your trip to the gorgeous city of Girona! 

Park Guell or should I say Candyland? This wonder filled intricate and whimsical architecture was designed by Antoni Gaudi I Cornet, one of the best known architects in Catalonia and in Spain. Gaudí's works have a highly individualized and distinctive style. Most people note him for the infamous Sagrada Familia, which we will do a part 2 on! :) But for now enjoy this lovely place! 

Parc Guell has one of the best, most incredible views of Barcelona-- only a few minutes from the neighborhood Gracia and maybe 15-20 minutes from the heart of Barcelona, this Parc is a must for anyone who appreciates great art. It really is one of the #1 best places to go when you visit Barcelona. 

Walking into this park truly felt like magic. I wish we had more extravagant architecture like this in Nashville or in the United States! Perhaps someone will get inspired and it will come. :) 

Parc Guell is located on Muntanya Pelada (bare mountain). Its location was unbeatable, in an incredible setting and with splendid views over the sea and city of Barcelona.

If you would like to learn more about the history of this gorgeous place I recommend you check out this website HERE. Also, wouldn't this make the most unique wedding destination!? If we shot a wedding here it would have to be one of the the most avant-garde weddings perhaps with quite modern florals or even a sweet themed wedding- the bride perhaps in a gold wedding dress rather than white?! Dream with me now. :) Parc Guell would be a gorgeous location for a wedding or engagement portraits - if there was some way to slow down the tourism even for a couple hours. :) 

“What you’ve done becomes the judge of what you’re going to do — especially in other people’s minds. When you’re traveling, you are what you are right there and then. People don’t have your past to hold against you. No yesterdays on the road.”

— William Least Heat Moon

Just take a look at that magnificent mosaic. 

Hope you enjoyed and get a chance to visit this little Candyland paradise on Earth! 

Love & Light Forever, 

Emily Anne 

Hello my friends! It has really been a while. Where do we begin? This place is a little European dream French village we stumbled upon on an excursion from Geneva Switzerland to France! Filled with rich history, historical castles, colorful vibrant streets, delicious street food and bells of Christmas holidays ringing, this place holds a special place in my heart and is one of the best cities I have experienced in Europe. 

In the distance you can see the most gorgeous view of the Swiss/French Alps. It was slightly cloudy so you couldn't see them entirely but enough to see the gorgeous snow! 

Not gonna lie- don't know if I was fully living until I tried a crepe in Annecy, France. WOW. They sure know how to do it! So thankful we were able to stop in this beautiful village during our stay in Geneva Switzerland and on our way to Barcelona Spain! 

Textured walls, singing in the streets, coral blue water --- can someone please decide to have a destination wedding or elopement here in this beautiful town!?  --we'll be your photographer/videographers. You want to? Ok DONE, see you there. 

Sometimes when you travel, it's not the top destination cities like Rome, Italy, Barcelona, Spain, or Paris, France  that you need to visit to see such beauty, its the small, hidden local gems that make it worth your while and offer clearer glimpse into other distinct cultures. 

Had the privilege of traveling with my dear friend Floriane who took this lovely photo of Emily! :) 

The warmth and quaintness of this city just makes you want to buy everything which can be dangerous haha! :) 

I love the complexity and excitement of this photo- this little boy running across the French street on New Years Day still filled with the thrill of the holidays and wonder. 

Annecy, France is by far one of the best European towns I have been to visit and I do hope we shall meet again!

Hope you all enjoyed!! 

Love & Light Forever - Emily Anne

FYI if I haven't convinced you that this should be one of the top and best European destinations for your future wedding and that we will be there to photograph it--- I don't know what will! ;) 

Nick and Dina are absolutely amazing!! Here are just a few snippets into their special day. <3 

This lovely classic wedding took place at one of the best, oldest homes in Nashville, The Buchanan Log House of Elm Wood. This beautiful early spring/ late winter wedding fused together with soft silvers, blush pinks and vibrant rich blues, purples and greens - the perfect classic wedding color palette. 

Dina's wedding dress was absolutely gorgeous!! Nick & Dina met while serving at a non-profit ministry in downtown Nashville called the Foundry... they courted, and then the rest is history!! They are absolutely adorable together. :) 

Dina is so adored by her friends and beautiful mama. Mother daughter moments... so special! 

Shout out to some amazing vendors: 

Venue: Buchanan Log House

Florist: Petals & Fields 

Cake: High Five Cakes 

Would you just take a look at this gorgeous Hispanic princess and her lovely bridesmaids!? 

Beautiful florals designed by Petals and Fields. 

Having a bad day? Take one look at this radiant Indian princess and may your mind be put to ease. The gorgeous golden summer sunset with roses in the background and beautiful hair and makeup by One10Beauty. 

Just take a look at that gorgeous hair and makeup!? And her perfect skin tone. :) 

She was most certainly a joyful bride and so fun to capture!! Check out her full wedding photography HERE. 

This GORGEOUS couple is amazing!!! I had so much fun creating these beautiful wedding pictures for them. They actually married back in India and recently moved to the states but wanted a more  Americanized look for their wedding photos, so that's exactly what we did! 

Check out this stunning 2nd outfit look!!! Perfect for their anniversary engagement shoot at Centennial Park! Look at how dreamy their 2nd outfit was! 

The Parthenon in Nashville was the perfect place to shoot for a classic romantic shoot. :)  

Check out this beautiful bride's bridal portraits HERE> 

These engagement was seriously so much fun! Joe and I had been in communication weeks before the shoot planning and coordinating the time and place for his perfect proposal to Marilyn. 

They flew in from California for this special night and he told Marilyn he was going to take her out for dinner so she had to dress up... perfect setup. :) 

Sure enough, I was standing in the area I assumed he would propose at looking like a total tourist incognito and all of a sudden I saw them walk by and he did this!!!

How sweet is that!?! Look at the look on her beautiful Irish face and that gorgeous rock on her hand!! 

So sweet!! I wish them the best of luck on their journey towards marriage. :) 

Anna is just absolutely gorgeous inside and out. Aside from being just perfectly adorable in every way, Anna is also a professional ballet dancer, which made her a complete pro in front of the camera... so graceful and elegant! 

We walked down Mainstreet in downtown Franklin, turned a little corner and found a hidden flower haven!! The hyacinths truly make her lips pop and match perfectly! 

Had a blast capturing Sarah's musician artist photoshoot her the cover of her next CD! Sarah is multi-talented!! She sings, plays the piano and writes beautiful original music - a mix of country and Christian. 

Her golden blonde hair just seemed to perfectly fit the golden fields and piano in the midst of the field. 

Shot a professional promotional photoshoot of Kevin, a highlighted employee at Porsche Auto Dealership Nashville, TN. 

The quality of their service and product excellence is truly remarkable. The customer care at Porsche is absolutely wonderful... each customer is treated with devoted care and attention whether first inquiring or returning for a repair. 

It was such a privilege to capture this STUNNING couple's artist photoshoot! These talented musicians also happen to be husband and wife and are releasing their VERY FIRST CD under the Harvest Sound Record Label in Nashville, TN! Link will be below for you to download and pre-order! 

Golden sun kissed beauty!!! 

Their CD STRONG will be released November 29th, so be sure to check it out because it is an incredible worship album with songs from the heart!! Funds from the CD will go to support their lives as full time missionaries, or should I say "Musicianairies" in the heart of downtown Nashville. Both Austin and Courtney are full-time staff at Provision International, and they are the on-campus pastors and assistant directors of a creative arts and evangelism equipping school in Nashville, TN called Thunder School. 

So much fun shooting at dusk at Bicentennial Park. We had this super fun but crazy idea to get pictures from a top of Capitol Hill and so the last half of the shoot, I spent panting out of breath, haha! :) 

Click to pre-order their album Strong HERE! 

Bennett's session was an absolute blast! This Class of 2017 Brentwood High School graduate has a bright future ahead of him!

Bennett just recently received his Eagle Scout award. Not only is brilliant but he is also persistent and dedicated having pursued this achievement! 

What a delight it was capturing Ms. Emily Suttle's senior portraits. She is truly radiant inside and out. So proud of her accomplishment in achieving the status of Ms. Teen Tennessee USA. 

To me, senior portraits are so much more than a few pictures before graduation. Senior portraits are about capturing the beauty and essence of each person, and reminiscing on the beautiful accomplishments as well as the exciting possibilities the future holds. 

Mary Kay the founder of Mary Kay cosmetics once stated it beautifully, "When you reach an obstacle, turn it into an opportunity. You have the choice. You can overcome and be a winner, or you can allow it to overcome you and be a loser. the choice is yours and yours along. Refuse to throw in the towel." That is exactly what Emily chooses to do. She did not give up in anyway on pursuing her dreams and accomplishments and is watching the future unfold for her. I can hardly wait to see what Emily has yet to accomplish! 

Sarah was a delight to work with! Her serene yet bright personality puts you at ease immediately. I had a blast shooting this Artist Musician Portrait shoot for Nashville Singer and guitarist, Sarah Pearl. 

AH, I love this one! The sun illuminates her gorgeous dark hair from the back, casting a golden halo of light around her. 

You should absolutely check out this amazing Nashville musician's music which is soon to be released or go hear her perform live at a concert or maybe on Broadway. One of my favorite moments during the shoot was when I asked her if she could play something or pretend to play so I could get a shot. Immediately she breaks out into this incredible instrumental electric guitar solo and acts as if it was second nature and could do it in her sleep!! Talk about talent. :) 

Would you look at this headshot of Sarah.... isn't she absolutely gorgeous!! What a natural beauty. 

Would you just take a look at that electric red guitar!? I'm in love. Hello new album cover?? :) 

Shot in Brentwood, TN at the perfect secluded park Marcella Vivrette Park. 

Want to see a beautiful shoot of a stunning senior in High School?? Meet Marcella... Class of 2017 Top at Nashville School of the Arts. 

We shot at Watkins Park in Nashville as well as on Clinton St. near Provision International's Foundry and the Fortress on the corner of 16th. 

Marcella is passionate about music and theater arts and is a talented actress in the Nashville area herself! Look out... you may see her one day on Broadway. She's the best!! :) 

Beautiful Amy. Radiant inside and out. 

Aboslutely capturing Amy's compassionate, outgoing nature through portraits. Officially being a senior at St. Cecilia Academy Class of 2017 is absolutely an occasion to celebrate! 

Isn't she just the best? Simone de Beauvoir once stated that "One is not born, but rather becomes a woman." I believe this statement is true of Amy, she carries her self with such dignity, poise, and elegance yet with an endearing aura. I am confident she will succeed at anything she puts her mind to pursuing. Sky's the limit. :) 

Ah, words cannot express how lovely this family is and how happy I am with how these family photos turned out!! 

Shot on a beautiful cloudy day in the Appenzell region of Switzerland outside this absolutely adorable tea room! From our view we could see perfectly green rolling hills framed by the Swiss Alps in the distance.

This photoshoot was the perfect combination of both modern and yet rustic styles and the most beautiful people!