Monthly Archives: June 2008
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Brooke + Brad | weddings
June 23, 2008 – 2:52 pm
Even though we never met face to face prior to the wedding day, from my conversations with Brooke on the phone, I knew that I was going to love photographing this wedding.
So, I have shoe envy…Brooke and I talked about it and the fact that she would get to wear her georgeous Stewart Wietzman shoes and while I’m stuck in my “serviceable” Danskos; I’m sure it comes as no surprise to her that the shoes are making the blog!
Love when I’m able to get a nice “portrait” style image when it’s unexpected - this was taken while Brooke was getting her veil placed on prior to heading to the ceremony. Beautiful.
The next two photos are a study in contrasts…the champagne for in Brooke’s room with the Budweiser in Brad’s room.
This image was captured while Brooke was waiting in the church library for the ceremony to begin and has a small story that I’m sure will come back to Brooke any time she looks at this photo. Brad’s mom (Dee) was the soloist and this is when Brooke first heard her singing. I remember looking over at Brooke and just saying, “Wow!” Dee’s voice was so beautiful, both of us were almost in tears.
Thanks to my assistant who was holding a portable light, I got this dramatic lighting while they cut their cake.
These photos capture the essence of who Brooke and Brad are…fun and playful - the kind of people you want to be friends with.
Dana + Bill | engaged
June 20, 2008 – 3:27 pm
Dana and Bill got together with me on a day when we were dealing with a week of one of the most hot and humid weather I’ve remembered in Pennsylvania in a LONG time. And they were such good sports about cuddling up with each other…or perhaps it was just that they were stuck to each other because of the humidity. Top it off with battling the mosquitos - I can guarantee that it was probably one of the most romantic dates they’ve had in their 10+ years of dating one another! Well, maybe not. To anyone who may have been watching from the outside, I’m sure that our swatting provided a lot of entertainment anyway. Note to self: next time shooting at that location in the summer after a lot of rain, remember to bring repellant.
One of the things that I love about engagement sessions is the opportunity to for my couples and I to really get to know one another and create gorgeous photos that are usually taken at the best time of day - we had some fantastic lighting.
You’ll see Dana and Bill again toward the end of September for their wedding taking place at the beautiful Hotel Hershey.
Kristina + Rich | maternity
June 2, 2008 – 8:26 pm
Those of you who follow my work, may remember seeing Kristina and Rich about a year ago - they had a gorgeous wedding on May 5, 2007 at Turf Valley Resort in Ellicott City, MD.
Recently, Kristina contacted me to let me know that they are expecting a little girl and asked me to be their photographer again for a maternity and newborn photo session. There’s nothing better than documenting new milestones in my couple’s lives.
Kristina and Rich - it was fantastic catching up with the two (almost three!) of you and I’m looking forward to seeing you again in a few weeks!
Here are a few photos from the photo session…
Loved the leaded and stained glass windows in the house:
Notice how the curves of the stained glass follow the curve of Kristina’s belly…
These little bunny booties made me laugh - so cute.
