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Welcome to my blog - where I can share my personal life and my photography! I am married to the most wonderful man and I have an amazing little boy who lights up my every moment. I have always loved taking pictures but over the past few years it has really become a more serious passion. I think one of the most fun things about taking someone's picture is being able to CAPTURE that particular moment in time so that it can be held onto forever! I prefer natural light, on location photography that allows people to just be themselves. If you are interested in contacting me regarding photography please send me an email to holly@simplycapturedphotographybyhollybenfield.com Oh yeah, and I'd love to hear what you think ... so feel free to leave comments at the end of my blog posts. God Bless!!

11.29.2015

Nicole + Jonathan

I met up with Jonathan and Nicole last night to document their engagement. I had no idea that when Nicole mentioned that her fiance's name was Jonathan that I would show up for the session and see an old high school friend. It was great seeing a familiar face, and I loved meeting Jonathan's beautiful and sweet fiance, Nicole. It was a gorgeous afternoon and I loved the location Nicole chose for their portraits ... it was all just perfect.  

Nicole & Jonathan ... Thank you for spending the afternoon with me and allowing me to capture your engagement portraits. You guys are a super cute couple and I wish you all the best!!! Now ... Here is your sneak peek! :) 









11.28.2015

Newborn Baby K

I love newborns!! Newborn sessions are a lot of work but oh so worth it!! Everything about a newborn is precious ... and I feel so incredibly blessed each time I get to spend time with a new little one just days home from the hospital. Today I met a new family and their first bundle of joy. Baby K is a beautiful newborn ... as you will see ... and I loved capturing all of his cuteness today.

Thank you guys for trusting me with this very special moment in your lives ... I just don't think anything beats the miracle of having a baby! Here is your sneak peek :)










11.22.2015

Some New Little Cuties

Wow ... I met two gorgeous little ones this afternoon!! Their Mommy wanted to capture some portraits of her two babies at their home .. by their Christmas tree. The tree was beautiful and just made the perfect backdrop for Christmas portraits. The kiddos were so precious - even if they didn't quite love the idea of sitting still :) and I loved spending a little time with them today.

Thank you B family for trusting me to capture the excitement of Christmas in your home. I think today, seeing all of your wonderful decorations, got me in the Christmas Spirit! Here is your sneak peek!!










Happy Birthday Little L

Little L is about to turn ONE and her mommy and daddy wanted to document the special birthday with a photo session!! I absolutely love the precious outfit that they ordered for L's birthday photos and party. We had a plan for this session but Little L had other ideas ... hehe ... so we threw the plan out the window and tried something completely different - which turned out perfect!!!

Here is your sneak peek! I hope L has a wonderful birthday and I hope you guys are able to truly enjoy the celebration ... time goes by way too quick! Thank you guys for choosing me to document this special moment - I've had a lot of fun getting to know your sweet and beautiful family!









11.16.2015

Love This Family!!

I had the pleasure of meeting up with our neighbors and good friends yesterday afternoon. This family knows how to have a good time, give each other a hard time, and laugh through it all ... which I love! We've loved having them just across the street and would count them as family in a heartbeat. They chose an awesome location and the weather was just perfect. They have the cutest boys (as you will see for yourself) and I had a lot of fun capturing their sweet personalities.

Thank you guys for choosing me to capture your beautiful family this year!! Here is your super looonnnng sneak peek (I couldn't resist) ... I hope you love them ...
















11.08.2015

Mountain Wedding!

Victoria and Greg were married in an intimate ceremony in Blowing Rock. The day was dreary and extremely foggy but just minutes before guests began to arrive, the fog lifted and the sun peeked out from the clouds. The fall colors surrounding the ceremony site were perfect. Victoria looked gorgeous and seeing Greg's reaction to his bride walking down the aisle was priceless. The entire wedding was beautiful and heartfelt.

Victoria and Greg are just such a fun couple and I'm so happy for them. I pray God's blessings on their marriage! Here is a super long peek at their big day!!

(And click here to see Victoria's Bridal Portraits)