Exposing what dwells within.
Going through my archives this morning, I ran across this lovely wedding that I photographed for Beehive Events on New Year's Eve. I can't believe I never shared it here! Shawn, of Beehive, brought me in to photograph the space and details before Kerry and Mike said "I do!" in front of that beautiful, candle-lit altar at Castle Hill Cider.
For images of the entire event, start to finish, check out Jack Looney's blog.
I am thrilled to be part of an amazing team of women working to create Hawthorn Inn + Orchard in Summit Point, WV. The historic 1800's home, surrounded immediately by hawthorn trees and peripherally by 200+ acres of apple orchard, underwent an impressive renovation in 2008 and will become a destination inn later this year. I traveled to West Virginia in early January to meet the team and to capture the essence of Hawthorn in the Winter. It was the coldest, windiest day, but my memories of that 24 hours are filled with warmth and excitement for what's to come.
I will visit Hawthorn multiple times this year to create a complete set of images that tell the story of this magical place in all seasons. Truly, I can't wait to get back.
Welcome, to Hawthorn Inn + Orchard.
One week ago we were at Galatoire's for one of the best dining experiences we've ever had. And it wasn't just about the food. The celebratory ambience, hospitable staff, wonderful company, and an invitation to photograph the kitchen of one of New Orleans' oldest and most famous restaurants made our afternoon unforgettable.
Friday lunch at Galatoire's is a New Oreans tradition. Locals gather to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, reunions...any excuse for a party. We arrived late and were seated at 2pm after cocktails in the upstairs bar. The first thing you notice when you walk into the dining room is the revelry...people up and about and shouting across the room. We sang Happy Birthday at least 6 times to guests dressed in their absolute best. Feathered hats, sequined gowns, dripping jewels...you can't overdress at Galatoire's. Our table was in the back corner, the perfect place to view the festivities surrounding us. Our waiter, Imre, has worked at Galatoire's for 40 years, and when he found out this was our first visit he quickly snatched our menus away. From the kitchen poured the restaurant's favorite dishes...soufflé potatoes, shrimp rémoulade, oysters rockefeller, crab salad, poisson crabmeat yvonne, poisson mèuniere amandine. And then, Imre and Executive Chef Michael Sichel invited us into the kitchen. Sarah and I may have squealed...and jumped up and down a few times, too.
Welcome to Galatoire's...
Many thanks to Underground Shorts for bringing me in on this project to create imagery for the Commonwealth Restaurant & Skybar website. I can't believe it was nearly a year ago that I first photographed food for Alex when the restaurant was under construction. The space has a great vibe!
our good friends are selling their adorable fry's spring bungalow. I love this house! Here is the MLS listing, you really should go take a look if you're in the market for a new home.
The last was my first full year devoting 100% of my working time to Andrea Hubbell Photography. Looking back on the last 12 months I can't help but feel proud, humbled, and most of all, so very appreciative. For having the opportunity to chase this big, BIG dream. For all of the people who have made this my reality. For all of you..the family, friends, clients, and colleagues who have put your trust in me. And for Brian, without whom none of this would be possible.
2010 was for making changes and a big, big leap. 2011 for chasing dreams and surviving. 2012 will be for seizing the reins, being proactive, taking chances...challenging myself to be and do better, every single day.
I wish you all a happy, healthy, inspiring 2012!
[here are some of my favorites from 2011...thank you, each one of you, for an amazing year!]
Check out this month's ABODE (on stands now!) for the full story about this eclectic Charlottesville residence!
Have you been to Roxie Daisy in downtown Charlottesville yet? Such a fabulous shop! I am so excited to have a new option for home decor and styling here locally. Karen has fabulous taste...I have a very long wishlist of items she's hand selected for her store that I need in my home. The space and merchandise are beautifully styled by Wendy Umanoff, who worked with us for this day-long shoot. These images are to be used for the new Roxie Daisy website, which is in design and development by Adam of Land of Yogg. This was such a fun team to work with...I am really proud of the final images and can't wait to see them on the new site!
Autumn has arrived. She is evident in the gray skies, fallen leaves, and within the walls of SCARPA. I am loving the vivid pops of sapphire, magenta, and coral mixed with the season's best neutrals. Warning, the images below could result in the lightening of your wallet...
[by the way...the SCARPA website was designed and built by my oh-so-talented husband!]
This may be my dream country home. Situated 25 minutes outside of Charlottesville in Somerset (close to Montpelier) on a gorgeous, rolling property with Rapidan River frontage, this C. 1856 house has been beautifully renovated by architect Kevin Davis. Remember his family's lovely Charlottesville home that I photographed last spring? You can imagine my excitement when I was called again to photograph this residence of his, which has been perfectly decorated by Kevin and his wife, Holly. I couldn't stop exclaming over the fabrics, textures, furniture and details they used throughout; loving the mix of modern and traditional pieces.
This home is for sale and represented by Loring Woodriff.
the stone walls at the front of the property are really lovely.
love this downstairs hall space. especially the color, which brian and i painted our bedroom 8 months ago! benjamin moore kendall charcoal.
i have a major crush on this chair.
those textures!
i'm pretty crazy about this chair, too. bright teal naugahyde!
this bathtub! swoon.
the perfect place for this end-of-summer meal.
Last June, the day after I photographed this wedding, I found myself on the eastern shore of Virginia. I'd been asked to visit the community of Sandy Point to capture the essence of a home and its surrounding landscape in 20 hours. We arrived on Sunday afternoon and I immediately got to work photographing this +100 years old building that once functioned as a bunk house at a ferry boat landing just down the point. I fell in love with the charming, unpretentious nature of the place: the real wood paneling, the campy feel, the treasures found and placed years ago. I stayed the night, shared a meal with the property owners and heard stories of fish and birds and watercraft. We even went night fishing, a quietly exhillerating sport that relies solely on the sense of feeling the line on your fingertips. The next morning we rose with the sun, ventured back out on the water and captured the community at its shore.
In 20 hours I formed a connection with Sandy Point; to the water and the shore and the pine forest that reminds me of Florida. I hope to visit again, one day soon. You can, too, as the house will be available to rent for weekends and longer. When I have more information on how you can do just that, I will share it here. Until then...
Sandy Point.
I have another Stay Charlottesville beauty for you today...gosh, they manage to find the best homes to rent to Charlottesville visitors! I love the feel of this one, styled by the talented Amy Gardner using the homeowner's fabulous decor. I could move right in...
Dogs not included...but aren't they precious? :)
And, in honor of the concert I won't be attending on Saturday (sob). If any of you have available tickets...consider this a hint. :)
This is the third installment of my living space series, in which i spend a few hours in a home capturing the details of the lives lived within its walls.
This is the home of Sherry, John, Clara, and Burger, the folks (and dog) behind Young House Love. I know you're all wondering...are the four of them just as charming/funny/sweet/cute as they seem on their blog? Yes, yes they are. They were so kind to invite me in for my version of a house-crashing (check out their latest on the YHL blog...gah! That house is gorgeous!) and I was in lifestyle photo heaven with all of the details and love they've poured into their home.
Thank you, Youngsters, for having me over. It was a pleasure to meet you and to capture these images of your lovely living space.
if you have or know of a living space that would photograph well for this series, please contact me here.
For the second installment of living space | amy's house, click here.
For the first installment of living space | the home of two designers in charlottesville, click here.
I am positively giddy when I have the opportunity to photograph a space touched by Amy Gardner (see more here and here). This sweet, modern cottage in the middle of Belmont is available to rent through Stay Charlottesville.
Architect: Jim Rounsevell
Interior Design: Amy Gardner
Contractor: STOA Design + Construction
this lovely porch addition and interior renovation was designed by bushman dreyfus architects. i adore the open plan from front to back of house, and the light-filled kitchen and dining spaces. don't you want to spend the afternoon on the screened porch, sipping iced tea while reading a favorite book?!?
as promised, more details from the concept shoot on which I collaborated with soiree. and rock paper scissors! i have to say, i am really, very excited about these images. this team of people worked so hard to create a beautiful mock-event inspired by the tones and textures of mid-century modern design.
enjoy!
event planner: soiree.
styling: soiree. & andrea hubbell
paper: rock paper scissors
flowers: floral images
table settings: festive fare
house, furniture, accessories: jeff & bob, dave & anna, john & dani, amy
photography: andrea hubbell
I could not wait to share a few teaser images from this mid-century-themed session yesterday with soiree. and rock paper scissors. I had such fun styling this concept event with julianne and dani, and hope we can all collaborate again soon! Many, many thanks to floral images, festive fare, and the many friends who loaned furniture, accessories, and even their back yard.
I will have many more images to share next week. Happy weekend, all!
this is the second installment of my living space series, in which I spend a few hours in a home capturing the details of the lives lived within its walls. this one belongs to my friend amy, a small business owner, wanna-be-interior designer (her words, not mine...I think she's a pro!), and mommy to ben. I adore amy's taste, and her unwavering kindness in letting me borrow some of her fabulous pieces for my own staged shoots. if you're in charlottesville, no doubt you're familiar with SCARPA, her other baby. and my very favorite boutique.
also, if you're not from cville, or know somebody coming to visit, this beautiful home is available to rent through stay charlottesville!
if you have or know of a living space that would photograph well for this series, please contact me here.
for the first installment of living space | the home of two designers in charlottesville, click here.
