House of Photography (G Patterson Studio) | Nacogdoches, Texas

As we continue to reflect upon and celebrate all that has happened in the past 10 years, we take a look at the numbers of unique moments we’ve captured. Over 1000 Just4Fun Kid’s sessions with all the goofy grins, silly smiles and unexpected moments one can imagine… Hundreds of furry friends and their owners, those [click title to read more ;)]

The image above represents a very special story to me: One day, a young woman, pregnant with a baby girl, buys a beautiful dress.  The woman has a vision of her baby growing into a beautiful young lady that will fit into that dress for her fifth birthday.  In her vision, she sees her precious [click title to read more ;)]

Right now, I am happily engaged in creating unique graduation invitations for our 2014 high school and college seniors.  Some are from senior sessions we did back in the summer or fall, and some are from sessions we just photographed.  Each invitation is made to order, from the selection of poses… to any particular verbiage… [click title to read more ;)]

Thanks to all who participated in “Puppy Love” and helped us support our local Humane Society. We would hope that every furry friend has it as good as Joe Buddy this Valentine’s Day. He has helped contribute to the happiness around the Patterson household since 2006 when we “rescued” him. We wish all of our [click title to read more ;)]

Each year, the studio hosts a promotional event in support of the Humane Society.  Although the details of the event have changed from time to time, the goal is ultimately the same.  We want to be a part of helping those pets that are in need while offering others an opportunity to join this effort.  [click title to read more ;)]

At the studio, we have a dressing room for our clients.  In that room, there is a wall where graduating seniors have written little notes about their sessions and signed their names.  Looking at this wall the other day got me thinking about the individuality of each of these seniors.  Every word is penned with [click title to read more ;)]

When you have been around as long as G. Patterson Studio has, you think you have heard it all when it comes to doubts.  Stressed out mothers will say, “There is just no way to get a good photo of my child.” Sarcastic dads will smirk, “Good luck with this family.” Nervous teenagers will say, [click title to read more ;)]

As a dog owner, I completely understand the strong bond of love and companionship a person experiences with their beloved pet.  Personally, I am blessed to have a golden retriever whom I appropriately named Captain Jack Bentley.  His name Bentley comes from the fact that he is as sleek and classy as the car.  His [click title to read more ;)]

After Christmas, one of two things generally happens to a senior.  They either get busy or they get lazy (senior-itis).  The first group tends to be on a mad hunt for scholarships and extra-curricular activities as they submit college applications.  The other tends to sit back and coast and let the chips fall where they [click title to read more ;)]