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Sunday, August 30, 2009
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Friday FAQ - Engagement Session Locations
Friday FAQ a little early!
Today I shot Kandice and Nate’s engagement session and I thought this would be a perfect topic for Friday's FAQ! So, today’s FAQ is, “Where to have your engagement session”.
The short answer is anywhere you want!
The long answer is that I can give you lots of ideas or you can choose a location that is special to you. If you like to golf, play tennis or have a special place that you always go for date night it’s great to incorporate these activities/places into your engagement sessions. Kara and Chris busted out their football jerseys for their session and I absolutely love these pictures!
If you need a little help with coming up with ideas here are a few favorites!
Yesterday we shot at Sahuaro Ranch Park in Glendale. There were lots of little spots to take pictures!
Downtown Scottsdale. The infamous LOVE statue is here, but that's not all. Below are a few favorites from this location and you can see more here, here and here!
Tempe Town Lake offers lots of variety and is perfect for getting those sunset pictures. This is where Kristin and Ben had their pictures.
Since I graduated from ASU how could I not love shooting there! Love this cute little cottage on campus. Check out more pictures from ASU here.
An engagement sessions can really be anywhere! Your imagination is the limit, but if you need a little help hopefully this FAQ will help!
Also check out this post for "How to make the most of your engagement session".
Today I shot Kandice and Nate’s engagement session and I thought this would be a perfect topic for Friday's FAQ! So, today’s FAQ is, “Where to have your engagement session”.
The short answer is anywhere you want!
The long answer is that I can give you lots of ideas or you can choose a location that is special to you. If you like to golf, play tennis or have a special place that you always go for date night it’s great to incorporate these activities/places into your engagement sessions. Kara and Chris busted out their football jerseys for their session and I absolutely love these pictures!
If you need a little help with coming up with ideas here are a few favorites!
Yesterday we shot at Sahuaro Ranch Park in Glendale. There were lots of little spots to take pictures!
Downtown Scottsdale. The infamous LOVE statue is here, but that's not all. Below are a few favorites from this location and you can see more here, here and here!
Tempe Town Lake offers lots of variety and is perfect for getting those sunset pictures. This is where Kristin and Ben had their pictures.
Since I graduated from ASU how could I not love shooting there! Love this cute little cottage on campus. Check out more pictures from ASU here.
An engagement sessions can really be anywhere! Your imagination is the limit, but if you need a little help hopefully this FAQ will help!
Also check out this post for "How to make the most of your engagement session".
Friday, August 21, 2009
Friday FAQ
Happy Friday everyone!
I’ve decided to start a new series called Friday FAQs. Every Friday I will post answer(s) to…you guessed it, Frequently Asked Questions.
If you have a question that you would like to submit please e-mail me! Feel free to also chime in on the questions by leaving a comment (side note-my Google analytics tells me lots of people are ready this blog…please leave a comment and let me know you were here or what you think!!).
Okay-let’s get started with FAQs.
By far the question I get asked the most is, “How much time do we need to take pictures the day of the wedding?”.
Short Answer: Start at least an hour and a half before the ceremony and plan for at least an hour and a half between the ceremony and the reception.
Long Answer:
I like to start about an hour and a half before the ceremony. This allows plenty of time for getting ready pictures and documenting the ceremony set-up.
Many couples are now choosing to see each other before the wedding, this is called a “First Look”. This allows more time to get pictures of the two of you before the ceremony (and before family and friends overtake you) and this also cuts down on the time needed after the ceremony to take pictures.
Remember Paul and Sue’s first look…LOVE it!
If you are going to do a first look then I would start shooting approximately two and a half hours before the ceremony.
After the ceremony I like to have an hour and a half to shoot the family portraits, bridal party and bride and groom. Especially if the ceremony is not at the same location as the reception please add travel time plus 15 minutes. For some reason the bridal party always seems to go MIA when we go from the ceremony to the reception location.
If you have decided to do a first look then you only need an hour between ceremony and reception (plus travel time plus 15 min..don’t cheat here!). You may be asking why I only cut the time down by a half hour. Well-I want to get as many pictures of the bride and groom as possible. Plus, you are married now! Let’s celebrate and take more pictures!
You should coordinate your reception timeline (toasts, first dance, cake cutting etc) with your DJ. It is very important to let your DJ know how long your photographer is contracted until. 6 hour package starting at 2:30pm, “Hey Mr. DJ, my photographer leaves at 8:30pm”. They will make sure that all of your events are done before the photographer leaves.
On a side note-I highly recommend hiring a professional DJ. I know it’s tempting to ask a friend to bring their ipod and keep the place rocking, but a professional DJ can make or break your reception. Timing, song selection, and experience makes the difference between an empty dance floor verses a reception people are talking about for years to come!
Paul and Sue hired SKM Entertainment and their reception was crazy fun!
That's all for today's FAQ. If you found this helpful or would like to add your own imput...leave a comment!!
I’ve decided to start a new series called Friday FAQs. Every Friday I will post answer(s) to…you guessed it, Frequently Asked Questions.
If you have a question that you would like to submit please e-mail me! Feel free to also chime in on the questions by leaving a comment (side note-my Google analytics tells me lots of people are ready this blog…please leave a comment and let me know you were here or what you think!!).
Okay-let’s get started with FAQs.
By far the question I get asked the most is, “How much time do we need to take pictures the day of the wedding?”.
Short Answer: Start at least an hour and a half before the ceremony and plan for at least an hour and a half between the ceremony and the reception.
Long Answer:
I like to start about an hour and a half before the ceremony. This allows plenty of time for getting ready pictures and documenting the ceremony set-up.
Many couples are now choosing to see each other before the wedding, this is called a “First Look”. This allows more time to get pictures of the two of you before the ceremony (and before family and friends overtake you) and this also cuts down on the time needed after the ceremony to take pictures.
Remember Paul and Sue’s first look…LOVE it!
If you are going to do a first look then I would start shooting approximately two and a half hours before the ceremony.
After the ceremony I like to have an hour and a half to shoot the family portraits, bridal party and bride and groom. Especially if the ceremony is not at the same location as the reception please add travel time plus 15 minutes. For some reason the bridal party always seems to go MIA when we go from the ceremony to the reception location.
If you have decided to do a first look then you only need an hour between ceremony and reception (plus travel time plus 15 min..don’t cheat here!). You may be asking why I only cut the time down by a half hour. Well-I want to get as many pictures of the bride and groom as possible. Plus, you are married now! Let’s celebrate and take more pictures!
You should coordinate your reception timeline (toasts, first dance, cake cutting etc) with your DJ. It is very important to let your DJ know how long your photographer is contracted until. 6 hour package starting at 2:30pm, “Hey Mr. DJ, my photographer leaves at 8:30pm”. They will make sure that all of your events are done before the photographer leaves.
On a side note-I highly recommend hiring a professional DJ. I know it’s tempting to ask a friend to bring their ipod and keep the place rocking, but a professional DJ can make or break your reception. Timing, song selection, and experience makes the difference between an empty dance floor verses a reception people are talking about for years to come!
Paul and Sue hired SKM Entertainment and their reception was crazy fun!
That's all for today's FAQ. If you found this helpful or would like to add your own imput...leave a comment!!
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Maternity Pictures for Michelle
This last weekend I met-up with Michelle to do some maternity pictures.
This was my first maternity shoot and Michelle is family (she is my step-sister). So needless to say I was a little nervous to do a good job. Family shoots are always the most stressful for any photographer.
Here is one of my favorite pictures from the day.
Michelle did a great job of picking outfits that would show off her pregnant glow and belly! I love the long flowing dress from the picture above, but I also love the simple black yoga pants below.
Baby “L” will also be a well dressed kiddo!
One last favorite from the day.
Tip to future clients-the mix of clothes Michelle chose (long flowing dress, yoga pants, and white button-up) are a great combination for a maternity shoot.
This selection of clothes help show-off the pregnant belly without showing everything else!
This was my first maternity shoot and Michelle is family (she is my step-sister). So needless to say I was a little nervous to do a good job. Family shoots are always the most stressful for any photographer.
Here is one of my favorite pictures from the day.
Michelle did a great job of picking outfits that would show off her pregnant glow and belly! I love the long flowing dress from the picture above, but I also love the simple black yoga pants below.
Baby “L” will also be a well dressed kiddo!
One last favorite from the day.
Tip to future clients-the mix of clothes Michelle chose (long flowing dress, yoga pants, and white button-up) are a great combination for a maternity shoot.
This selection of clothes help show-off the pregnant belly without showing everything else!
Monday, August 17, 2009
Ben + Kristin Sneak Peak
Here is a sneak peak from Ben and Kristin's wedding this weekend.
Love this one of Kristin!
Love this one of Kristin!
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Cutest Nephew
I just held an impromptu “Cutest Nephew” contest and this little guy won.
Okay, we're related and he was the only entry I accepted. Maybe I’m a little biased.
Last weekend I was testing out my new lens and snapped a few pictures of him having a good time on the homemade swing.
If this lens can capture a six year old on the swing (crazy face and all) I think it passes the test!
Okay, we're related and he was the only entry I accepted. Maybe I’m a little biased.
Last weekend I was testing out my new lens and snapped a few pictures of him having a good time on the homemade swing.
If this lens can capture a six year old on the swing (crazy face and all) I think it passes the test!
Monday, August 10, 2009
Mini Moos
Today I wanted to share with you my newest studio product...Mini Moos.
These little cards are a perfect leave behind at the reception. On one side they give your guests all of the information to know where to check out the great pictures from your wedding…
And on the other side they can be customized with over 50 different pictures. Ideal for show casing your engagement pictures. Here some from Ben and Kristin’s engagement session.
These little cards are approximately 3-inches x 1-inch which is slightly smaller than your average business card. This is why they are called “Mini”. Below you can see a comparison of a “Mini” card to a full sized business card.
Every engagement session now includes complimentary MiniMoos for your wedding!
These little cards are a perfect leave behind at the reception. On one side they give your guests all of the information to know where to check out the great pictures from your wedding…
And on the other side they can be customized with over 50 different pictures. Ideal for show casing your engagement pictures. Here some from Ben and Kristin’s engagement session.
These little cards are approximately 3-inches x 1-inch which is slightly smaller than your average business card. This is why they are called “Mini”. Below you can see a comparison of a “Mini” card to a full sized business card.
Every engagement session now includes complimentary MiniMoos for your wedding!
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