Okay already!!!! I know I haven't blogged in forever, and I miss you guys too!!!! For 2009 we are extremely excited about updating everything. Bringing in the New Year with a certain enthusiasm. I am making all my readers a promise. I chuckle as I remember my mom always saying, "Make me a pinky promise." I am rejuvenated promising to be a better blogger. I know you are gonna like what you see on the blog in 2009. I absolutely have the best brides and I can't wait for the world to see.
Got to go each lunch, but here is the slideshow for now. It's uploading so it should be up by 2:55pm. Yes I know late lunch, but that the life of a wedding photographer in the height of wedding season.
Cade's baseball team has made it to the world series and I thought I would do a slideshow for his team. They totally deserve it and am so proud how their team has progressed. You guys totally ROCK!!!!!!
While looking through the lens taking the bridal party photograph after the wedding I took a step backwards and tripped over the church's flower pot. Luckily I wasn't moving fast and I caught myself. As everyone watched and called out "WHOA!", I replied back with the comment of "Don't worry I am a ninja". At this time everyone busted out laughing and the laughter almost became tears. I knew there was an inside joke somewhere. At the reception the best man came up to me and explained what the commotion was all about. At the Rehearsal Dinner the night before the best man read a letter that Grant had wrote in his early teens. Remind you this was read aloud to everyone. The letter apparently revealed how Grant wanted to be nothing more than a ninja when he grew up. OMG. I can almost hear everyone laughing at the Rehearsal Dinner. Anyway Ashley and Grant had a ROCK STAR wedding. With a dance floor and KICKIN' national touring 80's cover band all guests had a BLAST. Thank you both for allowing me to be part of your day.
Elisabeth and Joel were married in downtown Charleston on the most beautiful of days. My assistant Kara was feeling under the weather so big thanks to Andrew Bryant and Jarrad Lister who assisted me with the documentation of this fabulous event. From the beginning, we split up and I captured Elisabeth getting ready. I think the ladies were all relaxed until the air conditioner made a horrific noise and was quickly shut off. As the room's temperature slowly became slightly uncomfortable, so did the anxiety. The bride nervously getting ready never gets old and seeing Elisabeth's emotions as the time grew near was priceless. You can totally see how nervousness led to joy in the photographs. She looks so happy and at ease with her now husband Joel.
Some of my clients become more than just clients, they become friends. This is indeed the case with Susan and Karl. I went out to Downtown Live last week after working out and was surprised to see Susan and Carl. Through the process of initially meeting last year to the engagement, bridal. eating lunch with Susan and her mom, you get close to couples and even their family. I am so blessed to have clients like Susan and Karl. You guys make my job so much fun.
Susan and Karl are getting married at Buncombe Street Methodist downtown Greenville on May 17th with a reception at the Poinsett Club.
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Ashley & Will Friday, April 18, 2008 - Engagements
Ashley and Will are getting married on October 11th in the Historic District of Greenwood SC at a private residence. For the engagement we decided on Falls Park and captured some great shots of this couple and even a few of their black labrador. Engagement shoots are encouraged for several reasons. First and foremost, it's an opportunity for the groom to meet the photographer. Secondly it allows the couple to get comfortable in front of the camera prior to the wedding. Lastly it adds I think to the experience and also allows family and friends to view the documented love you share. We all have those friends who have to see it to believe it. Or maybe they just didn't realize how much in love a couple may be in. Thus a photograph can serve many purposes.
Ashley and Will were terrific subjects, and I look forward to documenting the wedding.
Easter weekend I made time to take the boys to the beach for a photo ssesion. I took Jonah downtown Charleston to Quicksilver, the only location in the Carolinas. We picked up a pair of shorts, a shirt, some kickin' shoes and a hat,. Then jumped across the street to J. CREW for Cade and purchased a pair of shorts, a long sleeved shirt and some colorful flops. From the beach to eating pizza and calzones at Andolini's, room service, Baskin Robbins and watching I Am Legend we had a awesome time.
Give me your MySpace pose!!!!
I try to capture personalities with children, and I can't tell you how much this photograph says about Cade. He is just the coolest kid ever. I LOVE this photo.
His voice is about as sweet as this photograph. Oh and Cade is actually in photo club. He may be the next Storyteller.
Though they compete with each other, brotherly love exists.
A model for sure. J.Crew needs to giv Cade a contract.
Cade being cade.
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Cristan + Allen Monday, March 31, 2008 - Engagements
I absolutely LOVE my brides and grooms! Even on a gloomy overcast day that had a slight drizzle, Cristan and Allen were still up for their scheduled engagement shoot. I totally left it up to them and after receiving the thumbs up I quickly grabbed an umbrella and headed downtown. I have been reluctant shooting downtown in Falls Park because everyone photographs there but Cristan and Allen hold the downtown area dear to them. That's where they first met and presently reside. So why not? I can capture unique images that others haven't? I am The Storyteller, right? Well, with a willing bride and groom and an open perspective I know we achieved the look we wanted. Thanks to Cristan and Allen...Enjoy your slideshow.
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Elisabeth & Joel Tuesday, March 25, 2008 - Engagements
I am so pleased to have met Elisabeth and Joel. They are truly fascinating and such a delight to work with. We traveled to Wild Dunes and Sullivan's Island for an engagement shoot. Regarding engagement sessions, I try to keep it simple and feed off the mood of the couple. Even though I "set up" the shot, I still let moments and personalities flow naturally. Joel and Elisabeth did an awesome job being themselves, and love how they interact with each other. Joel happens to be an avid triathlon participant, and is also an official Iron Man. Elisabeth is so personable and her soft charm really embraces you. A perfect contrast for Elisabeth and Joel. Enjoy the slideshow below.
