Penny Rawls Photography

Hagans & Wulf

2010-12-22T14:46:00.000-06:00

Wulf got to come to this year's photo session. Just like my dog, Wulf is very protective of his momma. Once he got use to me, he was a star. My Josie should take obedience lessons from him. :)

Santa came to the Grove

2010-12-22T14:43:00.000-06:00

Santa Claus showed up at The Grove's Christmas party this year. Children and pets alike enjoyed having their picture made with Santa. Everyone was treated to an awesome chocolate fondue fountain bar that was catered by Ribbons of Chocolate. I love truly love this time of year!

I saw Momma kissing Santa Claus .

Santa and his girls.

Santa playing hide & seek with a little boy.

Santa taking a break.

This little boy's look is priceless!

Christmas surprise

2010-12-21T21:39:00.000-06:00

Amanda and her boyfriend traveled from out of state to spend Thanksgiving with her family. She surprised her parents, Lynn & John with a portrait session for Christmas. Everyone braved the cold, windy day that day.

The Byrds

2010-11-18T18:22:00.000-06:00

Introducing Wyatt Howard Byrd born September 8th. This cute little fella was born needing a haircut. :) Congratulations April and Scott!

Holiday Portraits

2010-11-18T17:47:00.001-06:00

The Forrest Family

2010-11-17T14:07:00.002-06:00

The Forrests are so fun to photograph. It was a warm, fall day when we shot these which made it even better.

After the slide show has loaded, just click on play to view.

Jackson and Ellie are so stinky cute!!!

Vanderbilt's Diabetes Family Day

2010-11-06T12:19:00.000-05:00

This was my third year photographing this wonderful event. Vanderbilt's TrailNet research team lead discussions on type 1 diabetes and it's prevention. Screening for type 1 diabetes was also held along with many fun and educational activities for the kids.

Champ

Exercise is an important part of diabetic care.

Team Type 1 - elite cyclists who race to raise awareness of Type 1 diabetes. They are truly inspirational.

Fun and learning at various discovery booths.

Tanner Johnson's Seniors

2010-11-01T14:57:00.000-05:00

Tanner's photo session had me trekking in the woods. Thank goodness he brought his two dogs along to scare off any potential crawling critters lurking.

Johnson Boys

2010-10-13T20:54:00.002-05:00

I love photographing these brothers. They are country to the core and keep me in stitches every time I photograph them. I hope you enjoy the slide show of some of my favorites. Just click play after it has loaded.

The Welch Family

2010-10-12T20:49:00.001-05:00

The Welch family has doubled in size over the past two years. Last year brought the adoption of Tristan and then the birth of Brynn just a few short months ago. Theirs is a special story of love and miracles.

Just click play below after it's loaded to start the slideshow.

Shelley & Steve's Reception

2010-08-08T20:24:00.001-05:00

I had the privilege of photographing Steve and Shelley's wedding reception last week. They are a beautiful and fun-loving couple who has been described as "a match made in heaven". Steve and Shelley, I wish you many years of happiness and may God richly bless your lives.

Student Life Camp

2010-07-06T20:12:00.001-05:00

I just returned from our church's youth camp in Cleveland, TN. There's no better way to feel young again than to hang out with a bunch of teenagers. However, it did take me a whole day to catch up on my missed sleep.

This is our youth minister, Mike, and his wife, Sharon. She had absolutely no idea that she was about to get drenched.

Mike was honored by being "Youth Minister of the Day" on July 4th. The youth came up with this creative toilet seat that read "Mike, we know that you like to do everything with us, but this one, you're on your own." They also included a very heart-felt note about him.

Some of our beautiful girls!

The Grove Richland

2010-06-25T22:10:00.000-05:00

The Grove Richland has just completed renovations of their newly remodeled clubhouse. Here's a couple of shoots that I captured. If you're looking to showcase your property, please contact me at penny@pennyrawlsphotography.com.

Tim McFadden Comedy Website Launch

2010-06-25T22:01:00.001-05:00

I recently finished the second photo shoot of funny man, Tim McFadden and "his friends". Tim kept me in stitches as he performed his different sketches. Thanks to Kim at McBride Design, Tim's website is now up and running. Be sure to check it out http://timmcfaddencomedy.com .

Meet Junior

Big Momma

K.C.

The Big Easy

2010-06-25T21:38:00.003-05:00

Just recently took a trip to New Orleans where I visited some wonderful sites. Taming my hair was quite the challenge - it was no match for the heat and humidity. Hope you enjoy some of the images I captured.

Tri-County Homeschool Recognition Ceremony 2010

2010-05-15T14:31:00.000-05:00

This was Tri-County Home Educators' 2nd Annual Recognition Ceremony. It was held at First Baptist Church in Joelton and emceed by FBCJ's youth minister, Mike Cunningham. After the ceremony, a large group headed over to play laser tag on 2nd Avenue in downtown Nashville.

The Cochrans

2010-05-03T09:19:00.000-05:00

The Cochrans just recently moved to the Middle Tennessee area and was referred to me. I immediately feel in love with this family. They have such a love for each other and were open to any suggestions that I had while photographing them.

Funny Out Takes

2010-04-27T16:17:00.001-05:00

Recently during a yearbook photo shoot, I captioned some kids being the comedians they are.

Funny Man, Tim McFadden

2010-04-27T15:48:00.002-05:00

I had the pleasure of photographing funny man, Tim McFadden. Tim is a Christian Comedian, Motivational Speaker and Master of Ceremonies. Thanks for the laughs, Tim. Look for his website to be published soon.

Senior Portraits - Now Booking

2010-01-22T20:41:00.008-06:00

It's almost spring which means that I've started booking appointments for Senior portraits. I have many different graduation announcement templates to choose from this year. Call for a free consultation (615)456-1056.

GNAA's Apartment Tour - Sumner County

2010-01-08T22:05:00.005-06:00

What better way to tour Sumner County at it's finest. Members of the Greater Nashville Apartment Assoc. was escorted by Nashville's Party Bus as they toured several apartment communities in Sumner county.

We ate lunch at the always delicious Latham's Lighthouse on Old Hickory lake.

Hendersonville's mayor, Scott Foster, spoke about all Sumner County has to offer.

Dessert was served at Nottingham Apartments. Deborah Baumstark made several of her delicious homemade pies and shared them with the group.

Jim (CORT) showing off on some of their furnished furniture.

Threatening weather didn't keep the group from having a good time.

Eric and the girls showing us how to work out.

Thanksgiving at the Rescue Mission

2010-01-08T21:10:00.008-06:00

Several members of the community came out last Thanksgiving Eve to help serve a hot meal & share in the lives of many Nashville's homeless. I was blessed as I met many new people that day.

"Mr. Turkey" brought smiles to many faces this day.

Even the young ones came out to lend a helping hand.

The mayor and many of the news media were among the ones who helped serve.

This is the closest I'll come to being a Titan's cheerleader.

Ty & Abbie

2010-01-08T20:59:00.007-06:00

These are two very talented kids. Ty plays fiddle, guitar and sings in the Nashville Boys Choir at Blair. Abbie enjoys clogging and is a level 4 gymnast.

Just being silly.

The Cantrells

2009-12-28T20:42:00.003-06:00

Two pretty little girls in pink. Allenya was a big help that day as she posed with baby sister, Maliya.

The Ashburns

2009-12-28T20:39:00.003-06:00

I have to thank Facebook for reconnecting me with Laurie. Last time I saw her was years ago before she married and moved away. Now she & Steven have two beautiful children, Lexi & Zander.

The Johnson boys

2009-11-24T15:48:00.009-06:00

The Johnsons have been coming to me for the last few years. This year, they brought their two new labs along for the photo shoot. The dogs came in quite handy since they chased some stray chickens out of my yard. These boys are high energy, which always makes for a fun photo shoot.

The newest members of the family.

The Bakers

2009-11-21T23:26:00.012-06:00

I had such a fun time photographing the Bakers on this beautiful fall day. Adison & Amelia are so darn cute and they had a way of being out the inner kid in me.

Beautiful family!!!

Bouchers

2009-11-07T11:29:00.006-06:00

I had the pleasure of photographing some dear friends of mine, the Bouchers. I took these pictures on their property. They love the outdoors and especially fishing, so this was fun capturing them doing things they enjoy. If you ever need an awesome caterer, be sure to contact Clint & Lea, who own The Terrace Catering at (615)382-7919.

Jesse had a blast playing the leaves.

Clint's parents joined in on the fun that day.

Hannah Young's Seniors

2009-10-29T11:22:00.012-05:00

What a beautiful, young lady Hannah has become. Hard to believe that I taught her when she was in the 1st grade. This day was so much fun because it reminded me of when I was a teenager. I was a tomboy just like Hannah. We climbed hills, waded in the creek and played with her animals.

What I don't do to get the shot. That water was cold!! :)

Think Pink

2009-10-08T17:50:00.019-05:00

The Greater Nashville Apartment Association (GNAA) held it's 3rd annual "Think Pink Putt Putt" tournament at Nashville Shores on Friday, September 18th. This event raised over $10,000 for the fight against breast cancer this year. Representatives from the apartment communities along with associate members competed in this tournament. Men "sugar caddies" accompanied each all-women team, keeping scores and carrying the women's putters. The hottest "sugar caddie", best-dressed, and karaoke contests were also held. This was such a fun and wonderful event to photograph.

BCC - Chromatics Fall Exhibit

2009-10-08T17:05:00.009-05:00

I'm very excited to be chosen as one of the winners for Brentwood Camera Club's Fall Exhibit. The title of the exhibit is "Signs of Recession" and will be held on the second floor of Chromatics in downtown Nashville. A public reception will be held on Thursday evening, October, 29th from 6-9 pm. Gallery hours are 8:30 am-5:00 pm Monday thru Friday. If you get a chance, please stop by and view this outstanding exhibit. More details regarding the length of the exhibit TBA.

Carly Young

2009-08-31T19:58:00.011-05:00

Mom always said not to play in the road, so we decided
to play on the railroad. :)

Carly is such a natural when it comes to posing.

Carly's beauty and fun spirit reflects in her pictures. Thanks for a fun day Carly & Lisa.

Alison Coker

2009-08-31T17:22:00.008-05:00

My goodness, how time flies... I've known Alison ever since she was a baby.
Her grandmother used to babysit her and my oldest son, Jerry the first few years of his life.

Alison is such a beautiful young lady!!

We did the swing poses for Alison's grandmother. Mrs. Coker spent many hours swinging Alison when she was younger.

An Afternoon with the Abernathys

2009-08-25T13:53:00.007-05:00

Meet the Abernathys - such a fabulous family.

Jack and Brenda

Sarah and Hannah are two very beautiful girls whose energetic spirits are so contagious. This was such a fun photo shoot.

An Evening of Champagne and Diamonds

2009-08-07T08:05:00.022-05:00

The Tennessee Apartment Association (TAA) celebrated an Evening of Champagne and Diamonds at its first TN Apartment PAC Fundraiser on August 3rd at The Icon in the Gulch. U.S. Congressman Marsha Blackburn was TAA’s special guest speaker.

Congressman Marsha Blackburn discussed current legislation in Washington, DC and how it could impact the multi-family industry.

Congressman Marsha Blackburn with the event sponsors (1-r): Jackson Downey, Downey Management; John Barger, Fogelman Management; Tammy Bailey, CLK Multifamily Management; Chari Satterfield, Milestone Management; Kitty Barry, CLK Multifamily Management; Diana English, First Management Services

Catering was provided by Terrace Catering - Clint always makes sure his clients enjoy their favorite delicious menu. Give him a call at (615)382-7919 or (615)351-1837. Tell him Penny sent you.

John Barger, 2008-2009 TAA President, Fogelman Management; Diane Cathey, Continental Property Management, winner of the diamonds; and Chari Satterfield, GNAA President

Fun with the Welch Family

2009-06-12T16:22:00.006-05:00

Jason & Antoinette just recently adopted this adorable little boy. Tristan is a precious gift to this family and all who come in contact with him. He was non-stop energy this day.

Sweet kisses for mommy.

Chris & Crystal's Wedding

2009-06-02T21:33:00.008-05:00

Crystal was an absolutely beautiful and relaxed bride .

I love this picture - two sisters enjoying past memories.

This was Crystal's grandmother's cake top and was displayed proudly at the wedding.

Scott absolutely cracks me up in this picture. Looks like someone's in trouble. :)

Summer Fun - Gulf Shores

2009-06-01T22:00:00.007-05:00

Elijah Haskins

2009-06-01T16:26:00.010-05:00

I was thrilled when my friend, Glenda, asked me to photograph her son, Elijah. He is one of the most photogenic children I've ever met. Who says having your picture made isn't fun.

Block Party Photos from downtown Nashville

2009-04-26T20:16:00.005-05:00

Several people from the Brentwood Camera Club invaded a few designated blocks of downtown Nashville. We had fun shooting the breeze and pictures. We finished the day by eating at the Spaghetti Factory. These are a few shots that I captured that day.

Jimmy Parker's Photo Shoot

2009-04-22T21:52:00.009-05:00

I recently had the privilege to photograph country music singer/songwriter and Nashville recording artist, Jimmy Parker. He is in the process of putting the final touches of his newest cd, "Real Deal". Be sure to check out his music at www.jimmyparkermusic.com.

CTF TOURNAMENT - DICKSON, TN

2009-04-02T18:51:00.013-05:00

Dickson, TN was host to the first CTF Region I tournament.

Competitors came as far south as Florida to begin their quest
for a title.

Like instructor, like student.

David vs Goliath - Way to go Mr. Thorpe - 1st place winner
sparring, patterns, & board breaks. What an awesome
instructor and competitor he is.

That's my boy on the left. Brandon won first place in sparring
in his division.

Europe - Day 1 - Barcelona, Spain

2009-01-27T16:03:00.021-06:00

I felt as if I was Alice in Wonderland. Most of the countries we visited have small furniture. I now see why so many Europeans are not fat. They take their time eating their smaller portion meals, walk a lot, and have tiny furniture that you couldn't possibly fit into if you are fat.

Our hotel that we stayed in the first night in Barcelona - Hotel Colon

Michael Jackson impersonator on Las Ramblas street.

No major city is complete without a Hard Rock Cafe.