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    Phindy Studios specializes in beautifully modern wedding photography. Husband and wife team, Phil & Mindy Thornton, search for the story behind the wedding. They seek to document not just the look, but the laughter, the love, and the moments in between.

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Headshots of our past bride Casey!

A few weeks ago we got a call from one of our favorite past brides, Casey. She was graduating from Nursing school and wanted some shots for her graduation notices and her proud mother. We were happy to oblige and spent a fun (and chilly!) afternoon shooting around downtown Nashville.  Here are a couple of shots from the day. Congratulations Casey!

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Casey - Thank you so much guys!!! Ryan and my parents LOVED THEM!!! You are the BEST!

Nashville Engagement Session – Stark & Kelly

We are so excited to be photographing Stark & Kelly’s wedding next month!  These two met each other in downtown Nashville, so what better place to shoot their engagement session.  We had fun wandering around with these two and love the outcome.  Enjoy!

Candice - These pictures are amazing! Your personalities shine through and I love how you are trying not to laugh in a few of them. Super cute. Can’t wait to celebrate!

Charley - That’s a good photographer that can make even Stark look good. I’m SO excited for the both of you!

Sydne - You all are so sweet and Kelly you look gorgeous!! I think I like the very first one the best-kinda hot! :) Although Tayven might be on to something with the wizard outfit…maybe Saturday for the post-wedding party?

Andy - Kelly – the pictures look great – not sure how you pulled that off with Stark – Phil and Mindy are excellent photographers! Love you both.

kimmy - ahh so in love! GREAT photos! XO

Carla Dobbs - Absolutely gorgeous! All of the pictures are very natural looking, great subjects. I know the wedding pictures will be breathtaking, can hardly wait to see them.

Best Wishes!
Carla Dobbs

Deanna - Can’t wait to see the rest of them! My favorite is the one with your hand on Stark’s chest- so cute!

Lorie Millman - These are amazing. Kelly, you should have been a model! So happy for you both!

Aunt Linda - I am laughing harder at some of the comments – especially Mark Jr’s!! Gorgeous pix – and thrilled you found a photographer with a tiny enough lens to capture tiny Kelly!
No really – WOW – your happiness shines thru! Love you both!

Aunt Mary - These photos are gorgeous! We are so excited that we will be able to be there for your special day.

Kim - What a great couple! Great pics–my favorite is the one where Kelly is looking straight at the camera. :)

Tim - Lovely

Uncle Harold - Kelly and Stark you both look great and the soft lighting makes you both glow when you are together like that!! Look forward to the big day.

Mike Proudfoot - Brought a tear to my eye…

Eric - Phindy, you’ve done it again! Outstanding pics. The photos blend an Ansel Adams-like approach to perspective while incorporating natural light that accentuates the subjects’ features. And I agree that Stark’s “salt and pepper” hair looks distinguished.

Leah - Great pictures you two!! I like the last one, in a hall?…Great photo composition!

Sayako - Adorable pictures!!! My favorite is first picture on the right.

Holly Russo - OMG! I love the pics, like I said on facebook Stark is one lucky guy and you are one lucky girl! xoxoxo

John Cope - Stark you look beautiful…and kelly does too…

Tayven - Nice pics! Stark actually looks normal here, and perhaps even distinguished!?!?!? Must be the professional photography and that he forgot to wear his wizard outfit.

Adrian - You guys look great! I can’t wait for the wedding next month. I like the last photo on the right. It’s casual and romantic at the same time. BTW- In the last photo on the left there are the numbers 311. Is that symbolic of anything? Stark you are a lucky man!!

Boner Stabone - I like the backlit one because you can’t see Stark all that well! Nicely done!

Ryan - The pictures really capture the geniune love and beautiful nature of both Stark and Kelly. I’m thrilled for both of you!

Adrian - Stark and Kelly, you guys look so great!!! Anyone can tell how happy you are when you are together. I can’t wait for the wedding in May! In the last photo on the left there are the digits 311; is that symbolic?

Stark - I’m just glad Kelly doesn’t get jealous of my photogenicity!

Harriet McCoy - Great photos. I cannot wait to see the rest.

Marie Parnell - What a beautiful couple! Love the pictures and look forward to seeing wedding pictures!

becky c portera - Gorgeous photos!they looked so relaxed and happy

Nan Wyckoff - Oh these are wonderful!!! Kelly . . . that first one should be in a magazine or something. It is FABULOUS!!! Stark . . . you have your mama’s coloring and that is a good thing :) Thanks so much for posting!

Eloise - Love these two! The photos are fantastic. I’ve taken pictures of this guy for 32 years and he’s never looked like this. Could it be love?

Molly Portera - Love these! Y’all are PRESH. Mark, your comment is hilarious! Love y’all!

Erin - I especially love the one when Kelly is trying not to (or about to) laugh :) You both look great and extremely happy! Can’t wait for next month!

Mark McCoy Jr - I like the bottom left picture. You all seperated by a good ten feet… that is the affection I think Kelly looks natural at showing. Totally kidding you all look great!

Julie - You guys are so so so cute! I love them. Can’t wait to see the rest!

Melanie Watson - Love the light airy feel of this session. Beautifully captured as always.

Lee Karen - They look great! Kelly you look b.e.a.utiful as always and Starky you look so precious.. anticipating the big day, love you guys!

Cristina - ohhhh la la! i love them! So glad you’re working with Phil and Mindy, as they did a great job for Corinne and Chuck two summers ago!

Kelly - Thanks so much Phil and Mindy! You did a great job with us!!!

paige logan - These are just beautiful! You guys look so great together! Can’t wait to see ALL the cute babies you’ll make! Ha! Proud of brother Starky for being so photogenic! Kelly you bring out the soft side of my bro! Good job sister!

Nashville Wedding Photography – Stark & Kelly | Phindy Studios - [...] are excited to finally share Stark & Kelly‘s beautiful May wedding at Cheekwood.  The day was absolutely stunning and filled with lots [...]

Rodney & Kimm’s Nashville Hermitage Hotel Wedding

We are so excited to share our first wedding of 2011!  Rodney & Kimm were married this month at the beautiful Hermitage Hotel in downtown Nashville. I’ve known Kimm for a few years and it’s been so fun to see her find love with Rodney. We are so happy for these two!

The day was absolutely beautiful…I can’t get enough of the stunning flowers by Chase Rivers. Also, a huge thank you to Belle Events for making the day run so smoothly!

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hermitage hotel nashville wedding photographer

Cake – Signature Cakes by Vicki // Dress – The White Room // Tuxedo – Street Tuxedo // Favors – The Cocoa Tree

Sherry Simpson - How wonderful, I’m expecting to be awed by these beautiful pictures, can’t wait.

Shellie Cimarosti - Amazingly beautiful! Memories to never be forgotten. Great, great, great.

Brooke Crawford - These are incredible. Good for you Kimm for securing such quality photographers. Can’t wait to see the entire stash.

Kelly Cimino - This was one of the most beautiful weddings I’ve ever attended, and your photographs show the best parts. I cannot wait to see all the wonderful pictures you captured. This couple is sure to enjoy them for a lifetime!

Cozart Family - Mindy and Phil you both did an amazing job! Kimm and Rodney your wedding was one of the most beautiful weddings we have attended! These pictures need to post in a TN Wedding Magazine:)

Stacey Morin - Beautiful pictures for a cute couple! Kimm looks absolutely stunning!

Mark Cimarosti - Great photos for a beautiful couple on a fantastic evening, Salute!

Heidi Newland - Way to tease us with such wonderful samples! Can’t wait to see the full package!! It was a beautiful wedding!!!

Rachel Lackey - Beautiful wedding and photos! I can’t wait to see the rest!

Kimm Hamilton - What a thrill to see these for the first time today! I love you guys and everything about working with you!! You’ve definitely tempted us for more. :)

Wayne Weaver - These pictures capture the day perfectly.

Gerrie Cromer - These are so beautiful I know that Kimm will cherish them forever.

Kim Wynn - Beautiful pictures!!

rachel hester - You beautifully captured the moments that filled the greatest day of their lives. Beautiful bride. Handsome groom. Happiness. Love. Forever. Perfect.

Cathy Stevens - The wedding was gorgeous!! I can’t wait to see more pictures. I’m so happy for you guys!!

Melanie Watson - So elegant and warm. Love all the gold accents and yellow flowers. Bride = killer smile.

David Smallwood - Great job you guys! Love the details!

Hope, Faith & Photos For A Cure – Recap

We were so honored to take part in Hope, Faith & Photos for a Cure a couple weeks ago.   Hundreds showed up in support and we had an amazing turnout.  Huge thanks to Carla Lynn, who organized the entire thing!  Since the event, we’ve received news that Ashley had her latest scan and she is officially in remission…we will all continue to pray that her scans remain clear!

Enjoy a few behind the scenes images from the day.  We were lucky enough to have great photographers/videographers documenting us looking goofy behind the camera.:)

Ashley with her mom & brother

Our fun team – we were so glad to have good friend/photographer, Mandy Whitley,  to help out at our photobooth

Images by Evan Baines

Hope, Faith & Photos for a Cure – Recap from Ron Dawson on Vimeo.

If you were unable to attend Hope, Faith & Photos for a Cure but would like to make a donation, Please send them to:

First Tennessee Bank
Attn: Nathan Harding / Ashley Scott Benefit Account
471 Sam Ridley Parkway West
Smyrna, TN 37167

To keep up with Ashley and the progress she makes in her recovery, click here.

Nashville Maternity Photography – Marie

A couple weeks ago, I had the honor to photograph Marie for her maternity session.  At one point, Marie looked at her husband, Mark, and said “this is our first family photo!”.  I loved that!  How fun to capture these two before the birth of their son, Otis.  Enjoy a few of our favorites!

alexbee - I am a sucker for non-cheesy maternity shots! These are just gorgeous & will look great on a wall

Laura Z - OTIS!! How cool! Beautiful stuff, Mindy!

Adrian Hitt - Marie, You look beautiful!!

Kristyn Hogan - Marie, Mark & Otis, you make a pretty cute family already :) Great shots Phindy!

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