New | Destin, Florida Photographer

I’ve been sitting here trying to find the words to announce all the wonderful things going on behind the scenes for Green Apple Photography lately for too long now.  I guess I’ll start at the beginning.    Earlier this year I had this tug at my heart to rebrand.  I kept ignoring it, because I knew it would be a lot of work, and I just wasn’t sure that I was up to the challenge.  I also know that rebranding isn’t technically a wonderful thing to do.  Well… the tugging just wouldn’t stop.  I wanted to make sure that rebranding was something that I really wanted, and I also wanted to take some time to renew this love for photography that I have.  In June I signed up for 2 wonderful workshops.  The first one I attended was a Jesh de Rox workshop.  I tell you, to have that be the first workshop I’ve ever attended was incredible.  Let’s just say the bar was set VERY high.   The most wonderful thing I took from his workshop was a new take on life, a renewal of myself.  If you’ve ever attended Jesh’s workshops, you know exactly what I am talking about.  You also know that trying to explain the wonderful things that take place is nearly impossible.

The second workshop I attended was Evolve by Sheye Rosemeyer.  If you have ever visited or read Sheye’s blog you know what a beautiful soul she really is.  The first day I was introduced to her blog I was immediately moved.  First by her gorgeous images, then once I peeled my eyes away from those, I began to read.  The person that got up from reading her words was not the same person that sat down to read them.  If you haven’t visited her blog I highly suggest you do.  Bring tissues.  Her workshop was amazing as well!  I learned SO MUCH.   I think I am very spoiled to have attended both these workshops.  If given the chance, I would LOVE to attend both of them again.

Where am I going with all this… OH,  when I decided to take these workshops, I wanted to learn more about my craft; but mainly I wanted to learn more about myself.  That I did.  I no longer felt like rebranding would be a scary “no-no.”  I began to feel like it was going to be the beginning of an amazing journey.   With that in mind I decided that “Green Apple Photography” will no longer would be the best fit to represent me in this journey.  So to let the “cat out of the bag” so to say, I will no longer be Green Apple Photography.   I am very happy to announce that I will now be Nichole Burnett Photography. :)

I want to tell you more, but I feel that it’s best for you to just go check it out for yourself.  Click here and enjoy.

Ayden | Destin, Florida Children’s Photographer

This little boy, I had the pleasure of meeting as a newborn.  I met his Mother and Father a few months before he was born.  Funny thing is, that felt like last month!  Here we are more than a year later and I can’t believe how he has grown!!  Take a look at sweet Ayden.  :)

HELLO | Destin, Florida Portrait Photographer

Look at this mommy!  Isn’t she beautiful?!  Her name is Stephanie, and I swear she looks like she could be related to Jennifer Aniston!  And her children?!!  They are gorgeous!!  I just had to share a little sneak peek!!  Check them out! 

McKenna | Destin, Florida Senior Photographer

This is McKenna.  Isn’t she gorgeous!?  McKenna is a senior this year.  She is the oldest child, and from what I hear an amazing sister and daughter.  We had her session in Alys Beach on a very stormy day.  Thankfully the rain held off just in time for our session!  Check out McKenna and her family!


McKenna, I had SUCH a good time at your session getting to know you and your family!  Thank you Madison and Debra for playing along with me on my silly games!  Madison– you rock at the robot!!  Have a great school year!!

Nichole Burnett xx

The Grey Family | Destin, FL Family Photographer

This is the Grey family…   Anna Grey is a fellow photographer based in Georgia,  If you would like to view her stuff it can be found here.  Anna, it was a pleasure to meet you and your gorgeous family!  Congrats on the newest baby sprout!

I wanted to also let everyone know that I will be out of the office from the 3rd through the 8th.  If you need anything please email me and I will be in touch as soon as I am back in town.  ;)

Nichole xx

Bayne Part II | Seaside, FL Family Photographer

As promised, here is the second half of the Bayne family session!!  Enjoy.  :)

Bayne Part I | Seaside, FL Family Photographer

Meet the Bayne Family!  This was by far the biggest family I have ever photographed!  53 people.  Because this family is so large, I am going to be breaking up their blog premiere into 2 features.  :)   Here is Part I!

Lyla Grace | Destin, FL Children’s Photographer

Lyla Grace Burnett 4 days old

Those of you who follow my blog, or know me personally know the story about my pregnancy with Halle.  It was rough, and I had no intentions of going through that again, BUT God had other plans for me.  When Halle was 6 months old I found out I was pregnant again.  This was a HUGE surprise!  I really did not know what to think.  I was scared.  Scared of the complications that may arise, scared to have 3 children that close together. Luckily, my pregnancy with Lyla turned out to be my easiest.  My nausea subsided after the first trimester–this NEVER was the case in my previous pregnancies.  I didn’t have any clotting issues.  It was just easy.  When I finally had my baby girl this day, last year she was perfect.  She still is perfect.  She fit into our family like she had been here forever.  She is the sweetest baby.  A true Momma’s girl. :)   

Sweet Lyla,

I love you so much and I am forever thankful for my beautiful surprise.  Happy 1st Birthday!!

With Love,

Mommy

Surprise! | Destin, FL Family Photographer

This session is also from June.  I am almost caught up with my June sessions… almost.  This big family surprised their mother with this session.  She had no idea until about 30 mins before, when her children decided they should probably tell her to get dressed for photos.  Talk about short notice!  This family was full of surprises as I discovered during our shoot.  Just ask Miss Amy.  Her boyfriend decided to propose just a few days before as well! Congratulations Amy and Max!  Enjoy your sneak peek!  

Scarlett | Destin, FL Family Photographer

I wanted to share with you this session from June.  This session almost didn’t happen.  We were going to start out at the Village in Sandestin, then head on over to the beach.  Unfortunately, June traffic had other plans.  After many other obstacles (Sandestin Security) we ended up going to one of my favorite beach locations with about 45 mins before total darkness.  I will have to say it worked out PERFECTLY!  The light was absolutely gorgeous, and so was this family.  This is Wade, Jerren, and their beautiful little Princess Scarlett.