Thornton Photography

Bridal Show starts today!!

2012-01-27T07:17:00.001-08:00

Come see us at the Bridal Show this week at the Raleigh Convention Center! We are looking forward to meeting vendors and newly engaged couples!!
http://www.foreverbridal.net/

We WON! Wedding Wire Bride's Choice 2012

2012-01-23T13:36:00.000-08:00

– WeddingWire, the nation's leading wedding Marketplace, is excited to announce Thornton Photography has been selected to receive the prestigious WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards™ 2012 for Photography!

The esteemed annual awards program recognizes the top local wedding vendors from the WeddingWire Network who demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness and professionalism within the wedding industry. While many industry awards are selected by the organization, Thornton Photography was selected based on its stellar reviews from past newlywed clients.

Thornton Photography is recognized as part of the top five percent of wedding professionals in the WeddingWire local vendor community, comprised of over 200,000 wedding professionals throughout the United States and Canada. The Bride’s Choice Award recognizes the best local wedding vendors across 20 service categories, from wedding venues to wedding photographers, based on their overall professional achievements throughout the past year.

“WeddingWire is thrilled to honor the success of the top-rated wedding professionals within the WeddingWire Community,” said Timothy Chi, CEO, WeddingWire. “Since the launch of the Bride’s Choice Awards™ program four years ago, thousands of outstanding wedding professionals have been recognized by the bridal community for their supreme service and dedication to the wedding industry. It is with great pleasure that we congratulate Thornton Photography for their continued professionalism and commitment to enriching the wedding planning experience for engaged couples.”

THANKS!!
We are happy to announce that Thornton Photography is one of the very best Photographers within the WeddingWire Network, which includes leading wedding planning sites WeddingWire, Project Wedding, Brides.com, Martha Stewart Weddings, and Weddingbee. We would like to thank our past clients for taking the time to review our business on WeddingWire. Thanks to their positive feedback we were able to receive the WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards™ for 2012.

For more information, please visit our WeddingWire Storefront today at http://www.weddingwire.com/biz/thornton-photography-fuquay-varina/887d4ac272e83dd0.html.

To learn more about the Bride's Choice Awards™, please visit www.WeddingWire.com.

About WeddingWire, Inc.

WeddingWire™, the nation's leading marketplace serving the $70 billion wedding industry, is the only online wedding planning resource designed to empower both engaged couples and wedding professionals. For engaged couples, WeddingWire offers the ability to search, compare and book over 200,000 reviewed wedding vendors, from wedding venues to wedding photographers. WeddingWire also offers a comprehensive suite of online planning tools for weddings, including wedding websites and wedding checklists, all at no charge. For wedding professionals, WeddingWire is the only all-in-one marketing platform for businesses online and on-the-go. WeddingWire offers one simple solution to build a professional network, improve search visibility, manage social media and reach mobile consumers. Businesses that advertise with WeddingWire appear on WeddingWire.com, ProjectWedding.com and other leading sites, including MarthaStewartWeddings.com (NYSE: MSO), Brides.com and Weddingbee.com.

Rebecca & Matt/January 7th, 2012/Barclay Villa

2012-01-20T08:58:00.000-08:00

Here is a FAV from our first wedding of the year! This wedding was gorgeous and we can't wait to post more photos - check back soon...

Beth & Scott's Wedding/Wakfield Baptist Church/Brier Creek Country Club

2011-12-09T14:11:00.000-08:00

We truly enjoyed spending the day with Beth & Scott celebrating their marriage. This was such a beautiful, classy wedding. Congratulations to Beth & Scott! We wish you all the best and thank you for allowing us to be a part of your day.

Beth's Bridal Session/Wakefield Baptist Church

2011-12-09T14:04:00.000-08:00

Beth was married back in November so we can now post some photos from her bridal session. :)

Monica & Ryan's Engagement Session/Yates Mill Pond Park

2011-11-01T13:11:00.000-07:00

Well, this session was almost rained out, but we made it!! It rained all the way there, stopped for the session, then rained all the way home! Couldn't believe it...

We are so excited to be working with this couple though! We have been so blessed with our clients this year!!

Lauren & Sean's Engagment Session/Yates Mill Pond Park

2011-10-25T12:18:00.000-07:00

We enjoyed a beautiful hike around Yates Mill Pond while photographing this sweet couple. The weather and lighting were perfect. These are some of our Favs!!

Lori & Michael's Engagement Session/Meredith College/JC Raulston Arboretum

2011-10-25T12:01:00.000-07:00

So, when you're told that their engagment session was more fun than the Fair, you know you're an entertaining photographer!! We met this couple for the first time for their engagement session and could not have been more delighted that they chose Thornton Photography to photograph their engagement & wedding! We had so much fun photographing this couple - watching them laugh and talk during their session - it is apparent that they have much love for each other. We began their session at Meredith and then braved the Fair traffic to photograph at JC Raulston Arboretum. We had to park a couple of blocks away. Following our session the couple headed over to the Fair. The next day we recevied an email thanking us for an enjoyable session and informing us that it was more fun than the Fair! Awesome! We can't wait to spend more time with this couple. :)

Drew & Liz/September 24th, 2011/The Hudson Manor/Fleuressence/Save The Date Music

2011-10-17T12:28:00.000-07:00

We met this couple at the bridal show last January and were thrilled when they contacted us to book their wedding. Their wedding day went perfectly and we were honored to photograph every special moment. The Hudson Manor was a beautiful backdrop and Fleuressence's flowers were bold and creative. Congratulations to Drew & Liz!!

Ashley & Jeremy's Wedding/Sept 18, 2011/1705 Prime/Rocky Top Catering/Julie Liles Floral & Event Design/TaylorMade DJ Services

2011-09-21T12:53:00.000-07:00

Our family has know Ashley for many years now and we were so excited and honored when she selected us as her wedding photographer. We photographed Ashley & Jeremy's engagement session in the summer of 2010 and their love for each other was completely obvious! :) After their engagement session, we couldn't wait for the wedding. It was well worth the wait!! The venue was perfect (1705 Prime), the flowers were gorgeous (Julie Liles Floral & Event Design), the food was delicious (Rocky Top Catering), and the music kept us dancing all night (TaylorMade DJ Services)!!! Congratulations to Ashley & Jeremy!

Ashley's Bridal Session/The Hall & Gardens at Landmark/Garner Photography/Fuquay Varina Photography/Raleigh Photography

2011-09-20T08:04:00.000-07:00

We photographed Ashley's bridal session back in April at The Hall & Gardens at Landmark in Garner, NC. She was so excited to wear her gown and just absolutely shined! Her gorgeous bouquet was designed by Julie Liles Floral & Event Design.

Shera & Alex - August 6th, 2011 at St. Timothy's & The University Club/Raleigh Wedding Photography/Fuquay Varina Wedding Photography

2011-09-04T06:33:00.001-07:00

We so enjoyed working with this couple. It is always wonderful to follow a couple's journey from the engagement session to the bridal session to the wedding. The wedding was beautiful and the reception was a blast. Congratulations to Shera & Alex and thank you for allowing us to be a part of your special day!!

Southern Bridal Show 2011 - Raleigh Wedding Photography/Fuquay Varina Wedding Photography/Forever Bridal

2011-09-04T06:24:00.000-07:00

Here's a few photos of our booth! We worked so hard on this and received so many compliments!!

Busy Busy!!

2011-08-15T21:02:00.001-07:00

Well, this summer is proving to be a very busy one!! Bridal sessions, weddings, family sessions, and the Southern Bridal Show have left us with very little time to blog! We think that's a great thing though!! Pics from recents sessions & weddings to come soon - as well as pics from our awesome booth at the bridal show. This past weekend was so much fun and really enjoyed meeting all of the brides, grooms, and their families!

Shera's Bridal Session - Raleigh Rose Garden

2011-08-15T20:50:00.000-07:00

Now that we have photographed the wedding we can finally post our favs from Shera's bridal session! Pics from their FUN & gorgeous wedding to follow... :)

Dennis & Sheri

2011-06-03T12:15:00.000-07:00

We photographed our own "Royal" Wedding on April 29th at Shady Wagon Farms. It was a beautiful setting and the weather couldn't have been better. The colors they chose were perfect against a bright blue sky and we captured so many great photos as the sun set after the ceremony. We were truly honored to share in their special day. It was unforgettable for them and their family and friends. Congratulations Dennis & Sheri!!

Martin & Jenni - Just For Fun!!!

2011-05-18T07:23:00.000-07:00

We met Martin and Jenni in downtown Apex, NC and had such a great time. There are so many interesting settings and colors to play around with there.

The Perrin Girls!

2011-05-18T07:19:00.000-07:00

These are two of the sweetest little girls - adorable also!!

Foster Family Session

2011-05-18T07:08:00.000-07:00

It's always fun to photograph this family! I especially loved the colors they picked for this session.

Sheri's Bridal Session - Downtown FV

2011-05-01T13:06:00.000-07:00

And the one she chose for her portrait....

Photos from Dennis & Sheri's "Royal" Wedding to come soon! :)

SPRING SPECIAL

2011-04-12T12:40:00.001-07:00

BRIDES-TO-BE, there's only a couple more weeks left to take advantage of our Spring Special! Book by April 30th and receive $100 OFF your Wedding Package!!! Packages starting at only $1495!!!

Becca's Senior Session - Aboretum

2011-04-12T12:20:00.001-07:00

It is always fun to photograph our High School Seniors! Becca was such a dream in front of the camera. Thanks for a fun morning, Becca!!

Three Adorable Sisters

2011-04-08T14:00:00.000-07:00

Jacob - Spring Photos

2011-04-08T13:58:00.001-07:00

Sweet Spring Photo Session

2011-04-02T15:00:00.000-07:00

SPRING SPECIAL

2011-03-22T13:26:00.000-07:00

Book your Wedding with us by April 30th and receive $100 off your package!!

White Family

2011-03-14T16:52:00.000-07:00

This was a really fun afternoon!!! Love this family!

Perrin Girls

2011-03-14T16:49:00.001-07:00

Baby Jackson 1 Year Session

2011-03-14T16:46:00.000-07:00

Wills Family Session

2011-03-14T16:43:00.000-07:00

This is such a fun loving family to photograph!!

Michael & Candice - Meredith College - Nov 2010

2011-01-11T19:35:00.000-08:00

We are finally getting around to posting photos from this beautiful wedding. This couple was truly a joy to work with. Congratulations to Michael & Candice!!

The Wedding Show 2011

2011-01-04T08:11:00.000-08:00

Wow, what a weekend! We decided to build a wall this year for our booth and it while it was a lot of work it turned out beautiful. We were excited to meet so many new brides & grooms as well as some new vendor friends. Our feet hurt :), but we are very grateful for all of the business the show brings. 2011 is going to be an awesome year!

Looking forward to the weekend...

2010-12-27T18:59:00.000-08:00

We have been very busy over the last month preparing for The Wedding Show, January 1-2 at the Jim Graham Building in Raleigh, NC. We are so excited to mingle and chat with all of the beautiful brides! Please stop by our booth to discuss your photography needs.
To register for the show simply go to www.foreverbridal.net.

Julia - Sunday Park

2010-10-27T17:33:00.000-07:00

We hope you have an awesome senior year!!

Mr. & Mrs. Clary - Emporia, VA

2010-10-27T17:27:00.000-07:00

From the engagement session to the bridal session to the Wedding...We so enjoyed our journey with this sweet couple! Congratulations to you both!!

Hong Family - The Manor House

2010-10-27T17:21:00.000-07:00

This was a wonderful shoot as I enjoyed listening to the couple remember their wedding as we walked around The Manor House. I felt so honored that they chose us to capture their son's first birthday in such a special place.

The Mitchell Girls - Sunday Park

2010-08-31T18:42:00.000-07:00

Two of the cutest little girls...

The Foster Family - Sunday Park

2010-08-31T18:27:00.000-07:00

Loved photographing this family!

Congratulations Ashley & Idowu

2010-08-31T18:12:00.000-07:00

Rain couldn't stop our couple from having one of the sweetest wedding celebrations we've attended! We enjoyed photographing the details, the guests, and of course the beautiful couple.

Jeremy & Ashley

2010-07-25T11:47:00.000-07:00

Engagement Session/Yates Mill Pond Park

Congratulations on your engagement!!

Denis & Jill

2010-07-25T11:42:00.000-07:00

Denis & Jill's Wedding/North Raleigh Hilton/July 10, 2010

We had a blast working with this couple!! The decor was gorgeous, the guest were too much fun, and Denis and Jill are so in love!

Senior Session - Samantha

2010-07-25T11:34:00.000-07:00

HS Senior Session/Yates Mill Pond Park

Congratulations, Samantha. We are very proud you!

Senior Session - Jessie

2010-07-25T11:32:00.000-07:00

HS Senior Session/Yates Mill Pond Park

We were certainly excited about this shoot since Jessie is such a special part of our family! Congratulations and we are so proud of you!

Mommy-to-be

2010-07-25T11:29:00.000-07:00

Maternity Session/The Grove - Midlothian, VA

I couldn't have been more excited to photograph this beautiful Mommy and can't wait to photograph him/her once they make their way into the world!!

The White Family

2010-07-25T11:23:00.000-07:00

Family Session/June

The Sweasy Family

2010-07-25T11:21:00.000-07:00

Family Session/June

Baby Gray

2010-07-25T11:17:00.000-07:00

Newborn Session/June
Welcome to the world sweet baby!

Anthony & Amber

2010-07-25T11:11:00.000-07:00

Anthony & Amber's Wedding/May 22, 2010/Clayton, NC

We truly enjoyed working with this beautiful couple. Congratulations to both of you and we wish you all the best!!

The Pitrak Kids

2010-07-25T11:05:00.000-07:00

Brandermill's Sunday Park - Richmond VA (June)

Lots of smiles and lots of fun!!

The Covert Kids

2010-07-25T11:02:00.000-07:00

Maymont Park - Richmond VA (June)

Cute kids make for cute pictures!!

The Didlake Family - Hampton Park

2010-05-12T17:56:00.000-07:00

We really enjoyed watching the Didlake's have fun together while we snapped pictures.

The Robbins Family - Edgewater

2010-05-12T17:53:00.000-07:00

We had a great morning taking photos of the Robbins family. I couldn't help but see how much they all loved each other.

Engagement Session - JC Raulston Aboretum

2010-05-06T20:51:00.000-07:00

Endured the heat and had some fun with one of our cute couples!

The Perrin Family

2010-05-06T20:49:00.000-07:00

It doesn't get any better than taking pictures of an adorable family!!

Stroller Strides

2010-04-25T07:18:00.000-07:00

Stroller Strides is a great group of Mommies who exercise with their children. They are decorating picture frames for a Mother's Day craft and ask us if we wouldn't mind coming out to take some pictures of the kids. We got some adorable shots and had a lot of fun.

Emma & Will

2010-04-25T07:10:00.000-07:00

It was so my fun taking pictures of Emma and her little brother Will at Maymont last weekend. They are such cute little kids full of personality!

Amber's Bridal Session

2010-04-20T14:29:00.000-07:00

We enjoyed our Bridal Session with Amber this past Friday. She photographed beautifully!

What to Wear

2010-04-05T11:34:00.001-07:00

First ask yourself what look you are going for - formal or casual. If you are going for a more formal look work or church attire will do. For a casual look, of course jeans or slacks with a nice shirt would be fine.

In casual photos some couples and families like to have a more cohesive looking portrait in which everyone is matching. For this, some good combinations are jeans or khaki pants with white or black shirts. You can also do any other color of shirt.

In formal photos in which everyone is wearing something different (ie: Mom and Daughter in dresses, Dad in suit, Son in slacks with a dress shirt and sweater vest) a more cohesive look can be attained by each person's outfit having a similar color. For example, if Mom and Daughter's dresses both have blue in them, Dad can wear a blue tie and the Son a blue sweater vest. This will help to pull the photo together and keep the focus on the subjects - not the outfits.

Something else to think about is what color looks best on you. Consider eye color and skin tone when choosing an outfit. Outfits with different hues of blue can enhance blue eyes while corals and pinks can enhance skin tones.

Sticking with solid colors and outfits with minor patterns is smart. If your outfit is too busy, attention will be on it and not you.

Spring is in the air...

2010-03-21T17:21:00.000-07:00

Spring is finally here!! The flowers are blooming and wedding season is beginning! Beautiful weather for outdoor photography is upon us and we are so looking forward to our upcoming Portrait Sessions and Weddings. If you haven't already be sure to check-out our Spring Specials (such as a FREE Picture Package) and schedule a session. We'd love to capture those special moments for you in pictures!