Karena Dixon Photography

Jordan { CLASS OF 2013 }

Karena Dixon — Fri, 31 May 2013 19:06:31 +0000

All American Girl. That’s what I think every time I look at these photos of Jordan. Classic beauty, with an easy, laid back charm about her. It was a real joy to capture this cherished moment in her life. Happy Graduation Day, Jordan!! xoxo

Newly crowned the St. Michael’s High School Homecoming Queen, I asked her to bring that sparkler along for a few shots.

Amy { CLASS OF 2013 }

Karena Dixon — Fri, 31 May 2013 17:02:03 +0000

Spunky, full of life and poetic…just a few of the words that describe this vivacious, red head. I met Amy…a little over 10 years ago when I had turned my hair Cookie Monster blue. No joke. Her mom came to the rescue and has been the only one to touch my blonde tresses since. Amy, I cannot believe that you’re graduating high school! You’ve grown lovelier each year. xoxo

Her cousin, Jacob jumped in for a few photos.

Ashley { CLASS OF 2013 }

Karena Dixon — Thu, 30 May 2013 14:38:02 +0000

Time passes so quickly. Graduating today, the stunning Ashley!

London

Karena Dixon — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 19:33:54 +0000

It’s a cold, rainy day on the Shore and I keep thinking I’d rather be back in London. So many photos to sort through and edit from our 18 day, European birthday trip! Hopefully I’ll get to them soon!

Coming soon…from Bunny Rabbit Lane

Karena Dixon — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 15:17:09 +0000

Sandy Toes & Salty Kisses

Karena Dixon — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 17:01:01 +0000

What a treat I had on Labor Day weekend! These sweet families gathered for a photo shoot to commemorate their parents’ Golden Wedding Anniversary. The kids were precious and the adults engaging. Lovely, lovely people all around. I was honored to capture this moment in time for them.

Coming soon…

Karena Dixon — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 18:38:17 +0000

Can’t wait to share Jackie & Justin’s gorgeous wedding at Tabrizi’s!

Terrell & Shirley { St.Michaels Wedding Photographer }

Karena Dixon — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 16:50:07 +0000

It was a very cold, blustery day in November and Talbot Country was celebrating the annual Waterfowl Festival. Terrell & Shirley chose this day and Harbourtwowne Resort in the town of St. Michaels for their intimate gathering of close friends and family to say their vows. St. Michaels was a significant place in their courtship. It’s the small, charming and romantic town they would sneak away to for day trips and the place they fell in love.

I knew from our first meeting that I liked them. A lot. They are generous, articulate, kind and their faith is the cornerstone of their relationship. I had to step out of the reception at one point because I was so moved and emotional. (Not my most professional moment.) My heart was warmed once again when I received Shirley’s sweet note: “Oh my gosh. These are absolutely BREATH TAKING photos. You did a perfect job of capturing our special day and they are worth the wait. Thank you so much for paying such attention to detail and showing me all of the small moments I missed. I’m so glad God allowed you to come across our path. You were definitely the RIGHT photographer for our perfect day.”

Happy First Anniversary Terrell and Shirley! May God bless you with many years of extraordinary love.

This man could sing!

One of my absolute favorite wedding images. Just look at that bliss!

The details in both Shirley’s dresses were gorgeous. This one weighed over 8lbs.

There was so much joy and laughter and not nearly enough blog space to cover it all. Here’s some highlights.

A big thank you to Brooke Michelle Jackson for all her help as second shooter and laughing buddy. Always a good day when she’s shooting with me! xoxo

The Candy Brigade

Karena Dixon — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 07:03:26 +0000

Hope everyone had a fun filled night and lots of candy to show for it! We stopped by our church for the annual event then headed to to some friends’ house to start the trick-or-treating. I managed to get the girls still enough to snap a few photos before the sugar overload.

A Day for Make Believe

Karena Dixon — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 07:46:38 +0000

One of my favorite things about this day is the excitement that bounds throughout our house from the moment the kids wake-up. They can’t wait to slip into their costumes and character for the day. I love watching their imagination come to life. Our girls plan their costumes all year long. This year, The Avengers and Once Upon A TIme are the inspiration.

Now these two little cuties, princesses from the Happiest Place on Earth…they were the most enthusiastic models I’ve ever had! We started in the school library. (Their mom was my daughter’s 3rd grade teacher whom we just adore.) Surrounded by books where our favorite characters come to life, then moving on to the charming leaf filled streets of town. Here’s a few of my favorites from these animated and prissy little princesses.

*Don’t miss the note at the end.

While putting this post together, I began thinking about all the families here on the East Coast affected by hurricane Sandy. All those kids excited about trick-or-treating in their costumes. For so many, shelter and day to day clothing is the priority. They are in our thoughts and prayers. I’m including a link for those that would like to make donations to the Red Cross. Donate here