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I have been working as a professional
photographer in North Alabama and the southeast region for 14 years. I
worked for 7 years as a photojournalist and have worked as a
photographer at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center since 2003.

It is very important to me to create the most unique and beautiful images
that I can for each of my clients. If it is possible....I care more
about your photos than you do!

I strive always to be professional and patient. There is no ego to sidestep. There is nothing but a 31 year old photographer with a love for God, his wife, his
family, his dog, and his photography.

Emily and Trent’s Athens, Georgia Wedding

Friday, August 13, 2010 Posted in Weddings

August 19th will be mine and Anna’s 4 year wedding anniversary and one of the photographers there to document our day was Emily. I was thrilled to have the opportunity to return the favor and photograph her wedding in Athens, Georgia this past May.

Emily had one of the most uniquely awesome wedding dresses we have seen this year. I say “we” because just saying “I” makes me feel funny. Here her Mom helps her finish getting ready.

The guys wore the coolest black suits. By cool I mean rad….Georgia Saturday’s in May are anything but cool.

Trent did not see his bride until she walked down the aisle.

We had all kinds of great natural light in that church. Of course being a photographer Emily would have let us strobe light the heck out of it if needed…but luckily it wasn’t.

The reception was at the nearby Athens Institute for Contemporary Art and the surrounding area had tons of great spots for portraits.

Emily hugs her Dad after their Father/Daughter dance.

Thanks again for allowing Cosby and I to be a part of your day!!

by David Higginbotham

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Mark and Shay’s Huntsville, Alabama Wedding

Monday, August 9, 2010 Posted in Weddings

Let the May 2010 blog catch up continue….wow I’m behind.

Mark and Shay were married at Calvary Baptist Church of Huntsville in a beautiful candle and Christmas light lit ceremony.

Before the ceremony they chose to see each other for the first time at The Village of Providence. It was a great moment!

While taking this next photo I realized another business opportunity. I’m going to invent a tick repellent and market it to photographers….it will be called “1, 2, 3, Tick”
I’m here all week.

I’m really surprised there aren’t more bird seed related eye injuries at weddings.

Congratulations Mark and Shay!

by David Higginbotham

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Shay - I think you should make a grasshopper repellent too! We found a ton in the tulle when we got back to the church.
Thanks again for being our photographer. We love the pictures, and we are recommending you to everyone we know!August 10, 2010 – 3:50 PM

New Beauty Dish Making Wilson Beautiful

Thursday, July 29, 2010 Posted in Dogs * Personal

I ordered a new beauty dish a few days ago and it was delivered earlier today. Like any true photo-nerd I wanted to give it a try. Anna was out so it was just me and the pup. He actually sat there in front of me while I shot for about 5 minutes. I spent almost every second of that 5 minutes saying “Staaaaaaaay……staaaaaaay….stay buddy.” He would look at me confused for a minute then turn his head to the right and just stare very seriously….almost like he was posing.

I absolutely love that dog.

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When the beat calls….you gotta answer.

Thursday, July 15, 2010 Posted in DHP News * Weddings

So during Derek and Jessica’s reception I’m shooting away…minding my own business….when out of nowhere during a dance circle I am called out. Not in a way where I could ignore it and keep shooting but in a direct “Hey Higginbotham….show us how awkwardly you can dance!” How do you say no to that?

I couldn’t just dance. “But Dave….your dancing is more than enough.” Sure it is. But being a photographer I had to document everyone’s reaction to my skills.

This guy on the right…red tie….he is responsible for the dance call out. I’ll see you in November brother….and there may or may not be payback.

I’m not sure what this guy’s face on the right means but I’m pretty sure he was emotionally moved by my dance. We were all moved.

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Derek and Jessica’s Huntsville Botanical Garden’s Wedding

Tuesday, July 13, 2010 Posted in Weddings

Well if you know me you know I have a TON of pet peeves. I won’t bore you with those here but I will mention one. I hate it when bloggers say something like “I’m so sorry I haven’t blogged”. Maybe deep down it’s jealously that I think some people actually have people watching their blog daily for the second a new post is written. Well I’m going to keep it real. I have no idea how many of you read this blog and I certainly don’t know if any of you check back day after day hoping…nay…praying…that the latest DHP masterpiece will be waiting on you. But just in case you people do exist….I am sorry.

The month of May was extremely busy. There were five weddings total and Jessica and Derek’s was the first! Here’s the rundown on who all made their day so awesome.

Venue: Huntsville Botanical Gardens
Salon: Mel Taylor Salon
Jessica’s Dress: Madison Town and Country Bridal Shoppe
Food: Catering by Kurt
DJ Services and Lighting: Metropolitan DJ

These guys were both nervous until they got to see each other. Then they were just fine!

Little Miss Addi decided to pose for everybody.

Cosby’s view from the front.

The sisters.

I was standing on the dance floor right at the beginning of the reception when someone brought Addi over and put her down. She immediately started dancing and literally didn’t stop until the music stopped. At one point she took a break long enough to put her pajamas on and then she took those footed feet right back out there.