Elizabeth & Family

Let’s try this again. . .

I can’t call her just a “client” anymore. . .she is more like a friend now!

Test. . .

Taken on Venice Beach – 7/6/09

Well Crud!

Disregard that previous message. Photobucket is not cooperating with me, so until I can figure out what the heck is going on with that, I will not be updating. DARN IT, and I actually found a few minutes to do so. GRRR!

Elizabeth & Family

I’ve decided that I can’t call her a “client” anymore. She is more of a friend now!

Here are just a few. . .

Update!

A few fellow photographer friends have been “yelling” at me to update my blog. So, here we go! . . .

Sara and Tim ~ Shoot-a-Thon Trash the Dress Session

Here are some pictures from the first shoot-a-thon that I hosted on June 14, 2009.

I accomplished what I had hoped to with this session. Inviting beginners to come out and get some good pictures for their portfolio. Something I wish there would have been more of when I was FIRST starting out back in the day (2006). Crista Chitwood, from Springfield, IL, who has been in the business for a while brought some of her equipment with her and was very helpful with tips.

Here are just a few of the pictures that I took at the Shoot-a-Thon.
Sara is a co-worker of mine. June 14, 2009 was actually Sara and Tim’s one year anniversary. Sara also brought one of her Bridesmaids with her, Amanda, who also had a ton of fun!

We started at the Arch grounds.

Then took a few at The Landing.

Then moved over to the graffiti wall, which is South of The Arch.

Then we moved over to this abandoned area over by the graffiti wall, which also had a small “field” like area, which was pretty neat.

And then we took a few in front of Busch Stadium.

And we finished in Kiener Plaza.

Sara has some gorgeous eyes!

Dancing in the streets.

Then it was water time.
She’s looking a little nervous about dropping that dress into the water!

There it goes!!!

Oh my gosh. . .what did I just do?

Look at me!!!!!!!!

Time to get the Hubby in there!

Not it’s time to get the BFF in there!

Doesn’t this look like fun?!?!

Then it was time to go home.
Good thing they brought some towels. They were soaked!

This is a great way to spend your 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, etc. anniversary! Or you can do it not even on your anniversary, just to have some fun. Sara’s dress just got wet. . .nothing a little dry cleaning couldn’t take care of!!
Contact me if you would want to do something like this!
(I may even invite some other photographers to come along! )

Tracey and Bryan ~ 6/6/09

I second shot this wedding with Sara – one of my favorite local photographers! I always LOVE second shooting with her, because there is always something new I learn, and this wedding didn’t disappoint!

The awesome thing about second shooting is that it is a little less stressful, because you don’t have to worry about getting all the posed pictures, and all the “must haves”. Just pretty much shoot candids as the main photographer is getting stuff that she needs. (In most cases.) This is why you will see a lot of candid pictures from this wedding.

I am not going to post every picture here. . .but you can click here to check out a slideshow with more pictures.
I must note. . .every single one of the pictures that you see here (with the exception of one, which is noted) was taken by ME!!!

I love, LOVED their color choices!!!

This is the first bride I have photographed that wore a bird cage veil. They are so awesome!

Proud Mama

Taking a breather before walking down the aisle.

It was a GOREGOUS day in St. Louis that day!

This picture makes me laugh! This is Sara, getting an awesome picture of the guys with the Arch in the background. Now that is dedication!

My view.

Sara’s view – moments before she just about got trampled on.
(Photo by Sara of SJMacky)

This wedding party had Sara and I ROLLING!! They were so much fun.
There is one thing I have to say about getting a bus like this (or a trolley like we had). . .it makes for some fun and awesome times and especially some fun and awesome photos!!

Having fun in front of the Brewery.

Again, don’t forget to click here for a slideshow with more photos!

Courtney and Justin ~ 5/23/09

On May 23, 2009 I had the opportunity to photograph my cousin’s wedding. What an honor! Let me tell you! =D

I’m just going to post a few here right now, as I’m still finishing up the last of the photos. . .come back later for more!

My cousin ~ Courtney.
Can you say Super Model?!

Actually, I think they both could be Super Models!

I have never had such a fun and outgoing wedding party. They were all about getting pictures taken for hours between the ceremony and reception! Which always makes it an easier task for the photographer!
The guys.

The bridesmaid/man.
(Courtney had one guy on her side.)

HOT stuff!

Their awesome cake was made by none other than Mom (and flowers made by Sis.)

Close-up of Sis’ flowers.

I don’t know any other local cake creator that could make something quite as awesome as this. This is all edible.

The Groom’s cake. He is going to school to be a Doctor and loves the Cardinals. I think this cake represents him real well.

Top view.

And, my favorite picture of their rings (so far).

And I can’t forget about the SPECIAL appearance by Grandma!!
She spent 5 weeks in the hospital just days prior to Courtney’s wedding, and in her words, “Come hell or high water, I WILL be there.” And. . .she was!

Saturday, 5/23

I have a wedding in Alton, IL on 5/23. I don’t have a second shooter, so if you’re available and would like to tag-along, e-mail me. (This would not be a paid job this time.)

The time has come. . .

. . .to announce the “Shoot-a-thon”.
This is open to any photographer who would like to participate (with limited space).

Date: Sunday, June 14, 2009
Place: Not sure yet, we’re still thinking about that one.
It will be somewhere in St. Louis though.
Tentative Plan: Arch, South of the Arch Graffiti Wall and Busch Stadium

What are we shooting?
Trash the Dress Session
Possibly two couples, but definitely one bride and groom who are willing to do ANYTHING we tell them to do (with just a few exceptions).

Space is limited, we don’t want TOO many photographers!

How to sign up?
Just send me an e-mail and I will add you to the list.

Any questions. . .just let me know.