July 2007 Archives

Today was a lovely day for a wedding! Today's event was held at St. Francis de Sales and Maryland Golf and Country Club both in Maryland. Here is what I saw: --------

Today we had a hot gorgeous day for a wedding! Today's event was held at Circle D Farms in Woodbine, Maryland. Here is what I saw: --------

We had a beautiful day for a beach wedding!! Today's event was held at Herrington on the Bay in Maryland. It was really a gorgeous day. Here is what I saw: They did a dove release - this was my first one!! --------

WHOA - MY HEAD IS FULL! (or my cup as John Michael Cooper from Altf.com might say!) I am trying to catch up on e-mails - and just had to share this. ANOTHER STELLAR Review: Kerry, We just got home from vacation, and found our photos waiting for us. They are so beautiful! They looked gorgeous online, but the prints just took my breath away. I can't wait to choose the ones we're going to enlarge - but it's going to be so hard to decide! I started going through the album and stack to pick out my favorites, and after I had a pile of 150 or so, I gave up. While I truly love the pictures of Chris and I (how did you get them to be so good? neither of us are that photogenic) I also wanted to really thank you for all the candid shots of our guests. The day was such a blur - but there are the shots that really bring it back to me, and it's so nice to see that all the folks were having so much fun. Thank you so much! I especially love the photo of my two guy friends dancing - I totally missed that at the reception! Take care, and thank you thank you thank you! Jacque & Chris 6-2-07 --------

Amy and Srinu invited me to assist them in their first ever dress trashing. While no dresses were actually trashed - we did have a lot of fun. The day started out a little rocky when Amy ran out of gas - but thankfully we got squared away - but boy that was a lot of excitement!! A first for me. I have never run out of gas myself, or been with anyone who had - and literally that car woudn't budge an inch! Ashley and Luckas came up from Florida for their session. I spent a lot of the time using the Regeti's video camera (while I am not a videographer - I did my best!! I was also able to grab a few shots that I felt were keepers and worth sharing!! Here is what I saw: --------

As you can tell - I grabbed these images from Regeti's blog - because they were the only ones with a camera!! Here are a few of the images: Andrew Reilly, Corbin Harris, and Michael Juliano Me, Heather Z, and Erica (who both have shot with me before!) Kate Triano and Joseph Allen Amy and Erica sporting and reviewing Erica's latest bag purchases which have included the Boda Bag and the ever popular Shootsac! Don and Ines Harper Regeti and Erica trying out Boda! Thank you Amy and Srinu for hosting - it was great time - but next time the late crew (Amy, Srinu, Heather, Erica and myself) can't be so late!! LOL YAWN!!! --------

Today I had the opportunity to assist another local photographer - Corbin Harris. I really enjoy shooting weddings both as a primary photographer and as an assistant. As the Second Shooter - you really get to take a step back and soak up all of the fun details and such. Today's Event was held at The Alexandria Hilton in Alexandria, VA. Here is what I saw: Alexa and Chris it was a pleasure working with you both. Corbin thank you for having me assist you - it was a great experience - looking forward to working with you again. --------

My clients from June 23rd - just e-mailed me this: Kerry, I just wanted to send you a quick note and let you know how excited we are to see the pictures. They came out great!! I can’t stop checking them out. We’ve already had a bunch of people express how much they liked them, and they’ve only been online for a day now. People also told me that they liked the business card with the web address on it. I like it too so that I don’t have to give it out a million and one times. You did an excellent job. Keep doing what you’re doing… you’re great at it. I’ll be sure to keep your contact information handy for others that might be needing a photographer. I would highly recommend you again. ~ Marissa & Travis~ 6-23-07 --------

Reality Check! Attention Wedding Photographers! Hey guys, check it out! If you’ve seen “Dog, The Bounty Hunter”, or “Work Out”- these guys are creating a simlar Reality Show based on the everyday life of a Wedding Photographer… I hope they show all of the late nights we stay up editing, blogging, and designing albums, as well as the fun we have doing what we love doing. This should be interesting… Casting Wedding Photographer for New Reality TV Series TV Production Company is seeking a male or female wedding photographer witha BIG, outgoing personality for a new reality tv series. Age late 20s toearly 40s. Series will have cameras following you around in your everydaylife, chronicling the highs and lows of being a wedding photographer. If you are interested in being considered, please submit the following byJuly 20, 2007.- resume/bio- a photo of yourself and other people you work with- a 5-10 minute tape (mini-DV, VHS, DVD) of you telling us about yourself,your business, other people in your everyday life, your experience and skillas a wedding photographer (feel free to brag!), a memorable story thathappened on the job, and anything else you think will make you stand out.Remember, personality is key so show us yours! Send all materials to:NorthSouth Productions134 West 26th Street, Ste 710New York, NY 10001Attn: Wedding Photographer We will contact those we are interested in. No phone calls please. Thank you. My best friend sent me this - and wants me to apply- I think not! - As seen on - http://www.trashthedress.com/ --------

I keep getting asked why I have been assisting other photographers. Well the short answer is - I can always learn from someone else. I commit to only shooting 25-30 weddings a year (a big difference from 2005 where I logged over 55 weddings and in 2006 over 34!). So while I like to use my free weekends to spend my time with my hubby and my friends (A big shout out to the Anglebergers who book me weeks in advance) I also like to assist other photographers! I learn a ton while shooting with others. So for those inquiring minds - there is your answer :) --------

So yet again - I am behind on the blog! I swear there are not enough hours in the day! This is what I owe you and have been up to: 6/8 - We took some much needed R&R and headed to the beach - Bethany Beach to be exact 6/16 - Alexa and Chris's wedding - I assisted Corbin from CMH Photo 6/18 - Gtg with some local photographers 6/21 - My first Trash the Dress session where I assisted the Regeti's 6/22 - Sybil and Richards wedding 6/23 - Marissa and Travis's wedding 6/24 - another small trip for the Gastley's - we headed to Ohio and hit Cedar Point for 2 days! 6/29 - Jennifer and Matt's wedding 7/5 - Maternity session in studio with one of my Professor's for one of my brides from 2005! This weekend - I shoot with Corbin again - since my 7/7/7 wedding postponed. Then Sunday I head to Atlantic City for a photography convention with the ever fabulous Ray Prevost (Photoshop Guru! from California), Tina Wilson (an amazing portrait photographer from Tennessee), The Bebbs (a fabulous husband/wife team from Canada which were voted to the best 10 wedding photographers in the world!!!), and finally the Coopers (another amazing husband and wife duo from Vegas who are credited for starting the whole Trash the Dress trend!!). Phew I am exhausted thinking about how full my brain will be next Thursday!! But hey I do this for you my clients! I make it a point to learn from the best in my industry and to really stay on top of the industry standard both locally and nationally and internationally! I will try to get these posts all caught up before I head out to AC on Sunday!! --------