Phipps Photo News

Tim + Patty's Florida Beach Wedding

Greg — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 15:26:56 +0000

Ceremony + Reception: Clearwater Beach Hilton - Clearwater Beach, FL

Last year I had the privilege of photographing engagements and the wedding of Joseph + Katie at Pine Lake Pavilion in North Carolina. Patty is Katie's cousin and was one of her bridesmaids. When the girls were getting ready, she mentioned she was getting married in 2011 in Florida and I told her "I travel!" I was delighted to get an email from her after Katie's wedding and the rest is history. She married a super cool guy Tim, and the ceremony was on the beach in beautiful Clearwater Beach, Florida just a few weeks ago. We had gorgeous weather and everyone was awesome to celebrate with. Tim + Patty had lots of cool things planned too. The reception had a cigar roller and caricature artist, and there was much fun and dancing. I also got to see Joseph + Katie again at the wedding. You can see Katie in the photos below sporting the cigar!

Christina + Trey's Wedding

Greg — Thu, 19 May 2011 18:25:36 +0000

Ceremony + Reception: Bride's Home - Valdese, NC

Planning/Coordinating: Leigh Pearce Weddings

Christina and Trey's wedding was one of those outdoor weddings that you pray has great weather with no rain. On my way to the wedding it rained the whole time! But amazingly once I arrived there the rain had ceased and the day ended up being beautiful! This was a fun bunch to work with. I'll never forget the exploding keg, the full on face smash into the wedding cake by bride and groom, or the 3 way dancing splits by Trey, his dad and his sister simultaneously. Thanks to Christina + Trey and their fun bunch! Also a big thanks to Leigh Pearce and her girls for their awesome planning/coordinating skills!

Katie + Joseph's Engagements

Greg — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 02:30:52 +0000

Pell Family's New Addition

Greg — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 16:00:17 +0000

You may have seen Emma's portraits over the last few years on my blog, as well as the Pell family. In the fall of last year they added a son to the mix! Here are some images from earlier this year.

Flashes of Hope - UNC

Greg — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 16:00:58 +0000

Last year I started volunteering with an awesome organization called Flashes of Hope. It's a non-profit "dedicated to creating powerful, uplifting portraits of children fighting cancer and other life threatening illnesses." The first time I shot with them was at Victory Junction gang camp and this year I got to help out again at the UNC Cancer Clinic in Chapel Hill. I wanted to show you some moments with the kids I got to spend the day with. They were an inspiring lively bunch and a lot of fun to be with. I also threw in a shot with my lovely co-volunteers who are also part-time Starbucks models! If you'd like to read more about Flashes of Hope or donate to their cause please check out their website.

Will, Vicki, and Elizabeth

Greg — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 16:00:33 +0000

Baby Reese

Greg — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 16:00:55 +0000

Jamie's Bridals

Greg — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 16:00:22 +0000

Personal Project: Worth

Greg — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 02:48:03 +0000

From time to time I get to do personal concept shoots that I'm excited about. I've been toying with one for a few years now and finally got to work on it some. I've been pondering a lot about the view of women in our society, their struggles, and their fears. This first go is on women and worth. Here are a few shots from the first experiment. Any thoughts?

Kelly + Ed's Wedding Portraits

Greg — Sun, 02 May 2010 02:45:00 +0000

Emma's Bridals

Greg — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 02:39:00 +0000

Restoration Runway: Portraits

Greg — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 03:49:00 +0000

In March I had the privilege of being a part of a local fashion show called Restoration Runway - Dignity By Design. As part of the show promotions I did some portraits of all of the models in the show just being themselves. It was a fun time and I got to meet some really interesting and cool ladies. I'll be posting more on the show itself too as I did the event photography for it as well (and the logo design and promotional design for some of the materials).

March Special: Free Portrait Sessions x2

Greg — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 22:41:10 +0000

We've got a deal for March that's double the fun and double the value! Refer an engaged friend to us, if your friend partners up with Phipps Photo to shoot their wedding, we'll give BOTH of you a Free portrait session!

Here's how:

Refer an engaged friend
The couple tells us you sent them
If the couple books with us for their wedding, they get a FREE engagement session + YOU get a FREE portrait session too! Valued at $200 each!

Hayden Olivia Bridal: February Trunk Shows

Greg — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 14:33:34 +0000

Hey Brides,

If you're looking for the perfect dress for your wedding day and will be in the Charlotte area in February, check out our friends Hayden Olivia Bridal Boutique. They have a couple of trunk shows coming up that I'm sure will be awesome. If you find a gown you like at one of the shows you'll enjoy a 10% trunk show discount and a complimentary gift with your purchase. Appointments are limited so call as soon as possible to book your appointment.

Here are the upcoming dates:

Modern Trousseau - Feb 18-20

Vineyard Collection by Priscilla of Boston and Reverie by Melissa Sweet - Feb 25-27

For more information visit:

http://haydenolivia.com/2010/02/modern-trousseau-veil-trends-trunk-show/

Vicki + William's Shreveport Wedding

Greg — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 18:34:22 +0000

Ceremony: Brown Chapel at Centenary - Shreveport, LA

Reception: University Club - Shreveport, LA

Wow. This is going to be a DOOZY of a post! First off let me say this was one of THE most interesting weddings I've had the privilege of being a part of. My friends Will + Vicki got married in Shreveport, LA a few weeks ago and lots of interesting and fun things happened. It was 35 degrees when it is normally supposed to be 60ish (Vicki assured me it would be "warm in january in Louisiana". Thanks to Global Warming or whatever, it was not warm at all.) We all froze together! To top the evening off the hotel most of the guests were staying at flooded. Apparently pipes burst and filled the hotel from the top down. It ruined the entire hotel! A brand new Holiday Inn...ruined! While many of us were dancing and having a good time at the reception our hotel was filling with water. One room was said to have 4 feet of water inside!! I've included some photos I took when I arrived on the scene. The inside of the hotel was like a scene out of a zombie movie, water dripping from holes in the ceilings, no power, standing water on the floor... We were relocated to another Holiday Inn and it worked out okay in the end. All in all, it was a fun and memorable wedding. Enjoy!

Sweet little Grace, the flower girl.

Amy with the rare but cute "can't smile without squinting" disease. Kathy choking the bride.

Will + Vicki had me do custom designed programs for them.

Grace checks herself out in the mirror!

The getaway truck.

What a cake!!

Special dance choreographed by Vicki, aka "The Dancing Queen".

One of my past wedding couples Megan + Jeff

"Dooon't stop, believin'..!"

My favorite fun dancing couple!

Self-portrait.

Will + Vicki gave to Blood:Water Mission as a gift to their guests. Check it out!

THRILLER

Our condemned hotel...

The receptionist "Suzie Q" helped us get into our new hotel. Real name. I asked.