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The story of LeVar and Salethia’s relationship is a classic example of  “if it’s meant to be”. Destiny brought them together after several years on their separate paths. At the end, they not only found each other but found true love. I had a wonderful time documenting the strong love between both of them. We started out at Inman Middle school where they first met then we went down to Piedmont Park for some more shots.  Congrats guys.. I am really looking forward to your wedding! Below is short story on how they met.  I also included the proposal story (a good one!) further down so make sure you read that as well. Enjoy!

HOW WE MET

Salethia and I went to Inman Middle School together, and though we knew of each other, we didn’t really know one another. Fast forward 13 years, in the winter of 2009 and I’m browsing on facebook and I happen to run across her profile. Of course she looked gorgeous so I sent her a friend request and a message saying hello. She replied back and I mentioned we should get together and she left me her number but I never called. Then in the spring, we had an Inman Class of ’96 reunion at the Spaghett Factory and I saw her again! We both played it cool and went our separate ways. And still nothing happened until that summer, when I finally called her and set up our first date on June 19th. We went to Two Urban Licks for dinner and saw “The Hangover”. I think at that point with our silly personalities, we realized that we may have stumbled on to something great! Two years later we’re engaged and tying the knot on October 1. As we sit back and look at our relationship, we wonder, “Who knew??”. And I think we both understand that only GOD did!!!

1. Salethia & James Engagement Session | Piedmont Park | Inman Middle School Atlanta | Atlanta Wedding Photographer | Fotos by Fola

Where it all started!2. Salethia & James Engagement Session | Piedmont Park | Inman Middle School Atlanta | Atlanta Wedding Photographer | Fotos by Fola

 

LeVar is a Videographer for a local news station in Atlanta. So he brought his big equipment to record some scenes of where he met his future wife.

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THE PROPOSAL

I went with Salethia and her family on a weekend trip to Orlando. Her mom and brother already knew I planned to propose but of course, she didn’t. After we spent the day at Universal Studios, we came back to the hotel and I was able to take her away for a few hours. Initially I had made dinner reservations at a restaurant downtown. But we got back so late, and we promised to take her daughter Jayla to Magic Kingdom. So we ended up at Lake Eola and walked around their beautiful park. I then proceeded to recite a poem that I wrote to her on Valentines Day title, “There’s no you without no me.” After the poem I let her know how much she meant to me, got down on one knee and asked if she would do me the honor of being my wife?? After several minutes of excitement, smiling, and crying, she still hadn’t said yes and I was still on one knee, and I told her, “You know, you still have to say yes,” and she did!!!

Here is our attempt at a mini reenactment..lol

28. Salethia & James Engagement Session | Piedmont Park | Inman Middle School Atlanta | Atlanta Wedding Photographer | Fotos by Fola

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LeVar said Salethia jumped in the air after he proposed to her. So i was curious what the jump was like and she happily showed me!

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It was a beautiful sunny day in Atlanta and a great day for a shoot. We had planned to do this session earlier but because of consistent bad weather we had to reschedule a few times. I was glad to finally get the chance to hang with Cherdon & Greg at the beautiful Historic Fourth Ward Park Atlanta. We had a great time and it was a good opportunity for them to get camera ready since their wedding is in a few weeks. Looking forward to their big day because i know its going to be a blast. Below are a few images from the day and off course the story of how it all started..cute & funny story lol. Enjoy!

We meet March 20th 2006. It was a blind date. My sister had a friend that knew a guy that was single and looking. I was single but my sister was always doing the looking for me:-)…what can I say I loved being single. Anyway, she called me with this guys number and said that I had to call him because she had already told him I would. Lord knows I didn’t want to but I did and got his country, non english speaking voicemail. OMG please don’t let this guy call back because he sounded like he had big gold teeth and short dirty dreadlocks.
When he called back I did not want to answer but I did so I could tell my sister I spoke to him and she would get off my back about it. That day we talked on the phone for 4 hours…thank God for Metro PCS. We had a great conversation to say the least. We talked everyday until we got a chance to meet and it was love at first site for him….LMBO. He was quiet but cute, short but sexy and knew how and when to check me and still letting me be me. 4 years later we have a handsome 1 year old son and a beautiful relationship. We look like night and day but we are made for each other!

1. Cherdon & Greg Engagement Session | Historic Fourth Ward Park Atlanta | Atlanta Wedding Photographer | Fotos by Fola

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When Ale contacted me about wanting a maternity session i was very excited because i shot her wedding last year and was glad to hear she was expecting. I can’t wait to take the baby pictures when little Audrey arrives. Congrats again to Ale & Jeremy! I know you guys will be amazing parents. Check out a few pictures from the shoot and stay tuned for the baby pics. Enjoy.

1. Ale & Jeremy Maternity Session | Fotos by Fola | Atlanta Wedding Photographer

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I am excited to announce that an engagement session i shot recently (Angela & Patrick) was featured on the Lovely Little Details blog!This blog is a great resource for future brides and focuses on the tiniest of details. So make sure you check it out.  The engagement session feature includes the full story of how Patrick proposed to Angela.  Trust me you are going to want to read this romantic story. Thanks to Jacin of Lovely Little Details blog for featuring this session.

 

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FBF Blog is 1!

March 22, 2011 | Featured, showcase | 15 Comments

A year ago i transitioned from using blogger to my own site and i can honestly say it has been very fulfilling! I’ve had the privilege to work with the best clients in the world and I am extremely grateful that they chose me to capture their special moments. I am also thankful for each and everyone of you that swing by this blog not only to view pictures but also to leave kind words. I really really appreciate it! Wanted to give a quick thanks to the names/blogs below as you’ve been an awesome supporter. If i missed your name forgive me 🙁 i still appreciate you though 🙂 . A post is not complete without pictures so check out one image from every shoot I’ve done since moving over to this blog.  Thanks again!

My ever supportive wife Titi http://titispassion.blogspot.com
Wande www.ladyeeboutique.com/blog
Yinka http://chocolatephotographynyc.blogspot.com
Onada www.onadaphotography.net/blog
ohana photographers www.ohanablog.com
Fred & Wunmi http://fwstyle.com/Blog
Prince http://cryxtalx.com/blog
Ayesha www.bedazzledphotogrpahy.com/blog
Lashe Creations www.LasheCreations.com
Bride of Colour Blog www.brideofcolour.co.uk
Christina http://christinaelysephoto.blogspot.com
Lovely little details http://jacinandpat.blogspot.com
Azure http://www.onewed.com/blog/savvy-scoop
Busola http://pearlspeeptoespretty.blogspot.com
Yemi
Funto
Titi A
Mayowa
Lamide
Ayo
Tobi
Umeki
Bella
Erica
Zainab
Dotun
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Marie Family | Atlanta Photographer

March 10, 2011 | Kids, Lifestyle, showcase | 13 Comments

Hello friends, on this post i decided to switch things up a bit. I noticed i have not posted kid/baby pictures in a while so i decided to share the Marie family session. Filesha recently gave birth to a beautiful baby girl Sofia and wanted to use the opportunity to get pictures of the whole family. Her twins Melia & Laila were an interesting & curious duo. Every time i pointed the camera at them they would stare at me with a look that says “who are you and what are you doing?” lol. Its always fun capturing kids on camera since you’re constantly chasing them around and never know what’s going to happen next. I really had a nice time with the Hannif family. Check out a few images from the day along with some comments. Enjoy.

This is a shot that i feel both sisters will forever cherish. The smile from Laila suggests the simple joy of just having a twin sis. I converted it to black & White to give it a timeless feel.

You can pretty much get an idea of their personalities from these images. The beauty of unique twins.

The first image depicts the sincere mother & Child love with mom joyfully gazing down at her precious newborn. Definitely a beautiful moment. If you doubt the immediate bond a baby has with mommy check out the  second image and notice how Sofia tightly grips mommy’s finger. That’s what you call natural instincts 🙂

Melia & Laila: toddler models in the making.

Really love this image. I was able to catch them all focused on the toy book and its a genuine moment were mom is glad to do the honors. I relate to this because my son loves when we read to him.

Beautiful Sofia taking a peaceful nap. There is just something calming about watching a newborn sleep. You’ll have a deeper appreciation for life.

I wanted to get a shot of the full colorful outfit Sofia was rocking. Very cute.

I captured the same image from a different angle. Wanted to focus on the face and have the ruffles and color of the
outfit slightly blurred to give a unique look.

Mom, Dad & Sofia the newest member of the family. Unconditional Love.

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When Angela first contacted me she was really specific about how she wanted her engagement session to be like. I simply told her “be yourself” and it would be great. After we were done with the session i knew that was accomplished because they literally interacted like it was any other day. Angela and Patrick are two down to earth people that just like to have a good time. We basically hung out during the session and i honestly had a great time with both of them. The session took place at Lenox Park Atlanta. Want to thank Fred & Wunmi of F & W Style for revealing this beautiful secret location. Much appreciated guys!

Below is a short story on how Angela & Patrick met as well as my faves from the session. Enjoy.

Angela and Patrick met through Patrick’s sister, Joi (who was also Angela’s college roommate), while Angela was visiting the Atlanta area for a weekend trip. Although the initial encounter was a simple, informal greeting of “Hello, I am___, nice to meet you,” Angela had no idea that Patrick had later asked Joi about her.  Later that same night at the dance party, Angela and Patrick engaged in conversation and even shared a dance. Sparks started to fly after Patrick attended the graduation of Angela and Joi at Georgia Southern University.  After more conversation, Angela and Patrick insisted that they would become friends once Angela moved to Atlanta.  While in Atlanta on a job interview before the move, Angela called Patrick and invited him to a lunch date.  He accepted and they became best friends from there!  A few months later, those sparks turned into fireworks!  Patrick told Angela it was “time to take her off the open market” and now, they are engaged and ready for a rockin’ marriage ahead!  They will wed in beautiful Savannah, Georgia in July 2011!

FBF receives WW Bride’s Choice Award!

January 26, 2011 | Featured, showcase | 10 Comments

Very excited to share this news.  Fotos by Fola received the Wedding Wire Bride’s Choice Award!

A very big thanks to all my brides for allowing me to capture their most precious moments! Also thanks for the great reviews which allowed me to be a Wedding wire Bride’s Choice Award ’11 winner! I really appreciate you guys!

Kiana & Mario Atlanta Wedding

June 15, 2010 | showcase, Weddings | 6 Comments

Recently i shot Kiana and Mario’s wedding. Kiana is such an upbeat and fun person so i knew her wedding would be interesting. I had a blast capturing all the moments and it seemed like the young ones had the most fun. Congrats again Kiana & Mario and i wish you both a love filled and happy married life!