The Thieret Family {Nashville Dog Photographer}

On the blog this week is another fun family photography session near my hometown in Cape Girardeau, Missouri!

Nicki and I go way back -- we've known each other since pre-kindergarten! I love getting the chance to work with her, her husband Jeff, their two boys (Jake and Zach) and their sweet pups (Cooper and Pepper). 

Cooper is a 7-year-old lab mix rescue from the Humane Society in Pine Bluff Arkansas. He's very laid back and loves to be petted while laying next to you. And if you stop for even a moment, he'll keep nudging you with his nose until you start again. Unfortunately, he also loves to roll in cow dung -- definitely not a fun thing to clean up!

Pepper is a 3-year-old west highland terrier and the only other gal in the house. She's feisty, doesn't realize how small she is, and loves being the dominant dog. She can also run like the wind, which makes it hard to catch her when necessary. Thankfully, she's a cuddler, and loves to snuggle with Nicki at the end of the day. 

I hope you enjoy these favorites from their family session! 

~ Mandy

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Missouri Dog Photographer
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Mandy Whitley Photography is Nashville's premiere pet photographer. Mandy Whitley creates fun and playful photographs with pets and their people. She photographs portrait sessions, family sessions, couple portraits, and weddings - as well as just pets! To inquire about booking a photo session, contact Mandy!

Kara & Cannon {Missouri Dog Photographer}

On the blog this week is a fun dog photography session I did near my hometown in Downtown Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

Meet Kara and her little eight-year-old mutt Cannon! Kara found him at the Humane Society of Southeast Missouri, and while they told her he might be a terrier mix, her vet thought he was a schnauzer mix. Either way, he's got a unique, adorable look that you can't help but love!

Cannon loves to go for walks, eat delicious treats (such as frozen yogurt, carrots and strawberries), cuddling and chasing cats at Kara's parent's house. 

Kara loves how excited he is to greet her and cuddle with her when she gets home every day. She also thinks it's hilarious that he loves to bark when they drive past a house down the street that has three dogs -- "It cracks me up!"

When she adopted him, she was originally looking for a dog named Doober she saw on their website, but when she called, he had already been adopted. Luckily, they told her about Cannon, who was shaking in his kennel when she came to meet him. She was able to cheer him up by bringing him outside, and instantly the two were a pair. And he was the perfect gift for Kara's 30th birthday!

You can see just how much they have come to love each other in these pictures below. 

~ Mandy

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Alisha & Aaron's Winter Wedding {Southeast Missouri Wedding Photographer}

I am so very excited to share more images from Alisha & Aaron's gorgeous winter wedding! This was a truly fun day for me to be a part of, both families and all their friends were so happy and excited for them and that energy was obvious throughout the day. I really loved how lighthearted and fun everyone was. This was my first wedding where the church was still decorated for Christmas and I think having the trees and lights up made everything look that much more festive! (I wonder if I can request that in July :) Also, it was a REALLY cold January day, but our lovely couple braved the it to get some of my favorite shots in Downtown Cape Girardeau!

The reception had so many beautiful details! The two forks the couple used during the cake cutting were Aaron's grandparents. Also, Aaron MADE all the little bowls filled with mints (which were made by the mother of the bride) at the reception, as well as the doves on top of the wedding cake! Amazing!!

Aaron & Alisha, I had such a great time working with you! I wish you the happiest of marriages!

Thanks for looking!

~ Mandy

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Southeast Missouri Wedding Photographer Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
Southeast Missouri Wedding Photographer Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
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Southeast Missouri Wedding Photographer Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
Southeast Missouri Wedding Photographer Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
Southeast Missouri Wedding Photographer Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
Southeast Missouri Wedding Photographer Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
Southeast Missouri Wedding Photographer Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
Southeast Missouri Wedding Photographer Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
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Missouri Winter Wedding Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
Missouri Winter Wedding Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
Missouri Winter Wedding Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
Missouri Winter Wedding Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
Missouri Winter Wedding Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
Missouri Winter Wedding Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
Missouri Winter Wedding Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
Missouri Winter Wedding Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
Missouri Winter Wedding Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
Missouri Winter Wedding Cape Girardeau Wedding Photographer
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Missouri Wedding Photographer Cape Girardeau
Missouri Wedding Photographer Cape Girardeau
Missouri Wedding Photographer Cape Girardeau
Missouri Wedding Photographer Cape Girardeau
Missouri Wedding Photographer Cape Girardeau
Missouri Wedding Photographer Cape Girardeau
Missouri Wedding Photographer Cape Girardeau
Missouri Wedding Photographer Cape Girardeau

Ceremony: St.Paul Lutheran Church in Jackson, MO

Flowers, Wedding Decor & Coordination: L&N Flowers

Reception & Catering: KC Hall in Jackson, MO

Hair: Pam world

DJ: Sound by Steve Brooks

Bride's Dress: Custom designed by My big fat beautiful wedding

Bridesmaid Dresses: Alfred Angelo

Tuxes: Men's Warehouse

Decorations made by the bride's family & friends!

And a big thank you to my second shooter Jeana!


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Mandy Whitley Photography is Nashville's premiere pet photographer. Mandy Whitley creates fun and playful photographs with pets and their people. She photographs portrait sessions, family sessions, couple portraits, and weddings - as well as just pets! To inquire about booking a photo session, contact Mandy!