Jen and Chase - The E-Session 5-04-08

Forecasts are often wrong in my opinion. Today was supposed to rain and typically I would get a call saying, oh no it might rain should we still shoot? No call... Yay... Blue skies, Yay... a wonderful breeze and of course the company of Jen and and Chase, Yay... Like I said, forecasts are often wrong and today was the kind of day you could just picnic in the grass or stroll around the streets just enjoying the city so we chose the latter although being someone who loves great food I wouldn't have minded a picnic whipped up by Chase who happens to be an Executive Chef. We strolled around old city which is an area that I love for the textures and vibe. I really love how wonderful, sweet and easy going Jen is and just being able to walk around and suggest things and having both Jen and Chase up for anything is a photographer's dream come true. I loved the natural smiles, fun loving and good natured interaction and especially the quiet intimate moments wedged in between the laughter. It's the combination of all these emotions that inspires me. I look forward to shooting their wedding in August and having the opportunity to capture all of these emotions and then some =)

Kim and Joe The E-Session 4-27-08

It's windy and chilly today but Kim and Joe don't seem to be too fazed by that. We are in A.C shooting their E-Session. Joe is so sweet, the way that he wraps his arms around Kim to keep her warm and snuggles close. They both laugh and smile so easily that it's a simple task to capture them having fun. At one point we are all cracking up as several people on the boardwalk headed towards me trying to "help" me. Ha, ha! I was laying on the ground with the camera pointed towards a kissing and spinning Kim and Joe. Now, would a couple really be randomly kissing and spinning in circles oblivious to someone who had just fallen down??? It was pretty funny that passers by thought that they needed to call 911 to help me. I'm glad though that there is still some kindness in strangers. It's refreshing to see. Also, never underestimate the power of a simple stroll on the beach and random laughter. It has a way of warming you up especially on a windy and chilly day =)

Here are just a few of my favorite moments from today.

The Wedding of Jenna and Drew 4-26-08

FUN, LOVING, SUPPORTIVE, BEAUTIFUL.....
These words describe my day today! They also describe the emotions that I saw demonstrated from Jenna and Drew's family and friends. I just love how not only the family but the guests and the bridal party just surround this couple with their love and support. The whole day felt like this to me. They were so willing to do anything and everything to make the wedding images memorable and for that I thank them! It's the kind of day that I walk away from at the end of the night knowing that I got everything that they'll be happy with and more. But more than that, I walk away with a renewed faith that the emotions I capture are real and that I love when Love is in the air =)

Thanks to you Jenna and Drew and your families and friends for helping in making your day so beautiful. I wish you all much love!

Michael and Jen - Esession 4-25-08

First and foremost..... Happy, Happy, Happy belated Birthday Mike =)

Now on to the images... Today I spent the afternoon in Baltimore with two of the sweetest people you will ever meet even if Jen is slightly obsessed with Rita's! But who isn't, come on now! Seriously speaking, Mike is so romantic. From the way he proposed to how he just wraps his arms around Jen and holds her close. Days like today make me very thankful that my job places me in the crux of situations filled with the most happiest of times.
I feel very lucky to be around people who appreciate me for what I do and allow me to climb a hill with them or roll in the grass or even find a fortress in between a tree lined median. These are the things that we can sometimes overlook yet these are the memories that will always bring you smiles.
Thank you so much Jen and Mike for making me feel so welcome and comfortable. I am looking forward to shooting your wedding and can't wait to stroll the city finding all the little fun and romantic nooks with you!

The Wedding of Ginia and Arnoux 4-18-08

From the moment that I met Ginia she had this calmness about her. It was quite lovely actually! I'm typically the one with unfailing composure and decorum but today Ginia had me trumped. The day was perfect and even if there had been anything that did not go to plan, not a soul would have known by the way Ginia carried herself. Simply a joy to be around and it was my pleasure to be a part of this special day!


Arnoux looking very handsome!


These kids were so animated throughout the day creating so many moments to photograph.


I love, love love this shot. It was taken just moments before the doors were opened to the church for Ginia to walk through. Even at this poignant moment you can see the serenity in her face.





A little peek at the guests.


Night portraits are some of my favorite to shoot. They are romantic and intimate. This image to me sums up the vibe I felt from the day. A lovely bride, a loving groom and the feeling of warmth even in the darkness of night.

Lilli and Daisy say we want BIGGER Pics!

Well, if you can still read this then I didn't screw up the HTML code too bad =) Here's to larger images for your viewing pleasure!

Juliana and Geof E-Session

I met Juliana at a Bridal Expo that I was at earlier this year. I distinctly remember the moment because the fashion show had just finished and the prize winners were being announced. Shortly there after a smiling Juliana walks up to me and tells me that she just won my prize which was an engagement session and that she had already booked a photographer for her wedding but they wouldn't do an e-session in Philadelphia without a huge surcharge and could we do the session in Philly? Of course we can! Surcharge? No way! She was excited to be able to shoot in the city and we all know that Philly, well, she is my muse =) I get excited when my clients are excited. I knew this would be a great shoot and from the beginning to the end it was. Geof and Juliana are just so sweet and easy going and up for anything. So, we traversed a few blocks in the city, hit up some totally Philly landmarks and just had a fantastic afternoon!