Rick Hawkins Photography

the Watts

I like doing home visits. I like trying to catch the connection between the people and the place. The comfort level of the subjects is visible. The Watts are located on a little slice of Tn. heaven. A long straight gravel drive bordered by a horse that greets you on the way in. They had great trees all around and a happy dog. Life is good!

More in the portraits folder! Click on an image to enlarge! Thanks to the Watts!

The Bakers' 50th !

I've known the Bakers for more than twenty years. They are the parents of one of my best friends. They have always been a very sweet couple. They renewed their vows in front of a small group of family. I think everyone there would say it was a day that lifted up our faith of what love could and should be.

Crawfish Party 2011

I attend the Kates' Crawfish Party every year. It's something I look forward to with great anticipation. The food is amazing and the folks gathered there are wonderful. I'm already looking forward to next year!


Thanks to the Kates for a great event!

Magic at the Ryman

I had tickets to see the Flaming Lips at the Ryman. It was an extra bonus when I got the call from American Songwriter to cover it. Heres the review of the concert with my photographs.

http://www.americansongwriter.com/2011/05/the-flaming-lips-get-freaky-in-nashville/

Charlie is in the house

The Olsons have a nice little thing going. Kids from the neighborhood jumping around. Interesting cats sneaking about. So now they add Charlie to the mix. She's sweet and thats a good thing to add in. Older sister is a natural for the camera. In fact they're all pretty people. Except Colin of course. I can see that and he'll expect me to.


This was a house call. I enjoy house calls.

Olivia

I shot the Branchs' wedding. It was a great honor to get the call to photograph the newest member of the family. Olivia is a cute baby and I look forward to photographing her again. Cool parents make cool kids. I think it's a law of nature.