Monthly Archives: February 2012

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Kristen and Darren’s E-Shoot, Hudson Valley Wedding Photographer…

February 29, 2012 – 9:37 pm

 

Early last year I shot my first boudoir mini session.  One of my girls was participating as a surprise for her boyfriend, Happy Valentine’s to him!!!  Well, apparently he loved the photos so much, as well as her, he put a ring on it!   So when Kristen emailed me about shooting her wedding, I was extremely gitty.    We met on a lovely day this past fall to shoot their engagement session.  Most of you in the area will recognize our background, the Culinary Institute of America.   I have been her many of times, but why can’t the bakery ever be open on weekends????

Anyway, thank you to Kristen and Darren for a FABULOUS and fun afternoon.  I can’t wait to shoot your special day!

 

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Devon and Mark, Hudson Valley Wedding Photographer…

February 12, 2012 – 2:04 pm

 

Taking a look back to last fall, I met up with one of my fabulous couples for an engagement shoot.  It was a wonderful evening on the Hudson with amazing light.  We had some play time with their children, the furry and fluffy ones, and then off to the Walkway.  And lets talk about the shoes, I joked with Devon that she was going to blow the shoe photo up, poster size and hang it up over the bed.   The shoes were that FAB!!

I am so looking forward to their wedding this summer in Poughkeepsie.  See you two soon!

 

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Pin Up Girls, Part 2, Hudson Valley Photographer…

February 10, 2012 – 10:14 pm

 

HOTNESS!!! That’s all I need to say!

 

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Pin Up Girls, Part 1, Hudson Valley Photographer…

February 9, 2012 – 4:15 pm

 

I love to give myself a project.  My projects are a way for me to step outside of my box and to  have some good creative fun.  Earlier last year, I had someone send me an email and asked if I would ever consider doing a Pin Up Girl shoot.  Let me think, “HECK YA!”  I have eyeying Pin Up for sometime and jumped on the idea.  I got my team on board and off we went.

What I love about Pin Up, is that curves are SOOOOO welcome.   I know body image can be a sensitive issue, I constantly hear, “When I lose 20 lbs, I am so doing that.”   Pin Up embraces curves and helps us LOVE what we got. Marylyn Monroe was a Pin Up girl, and a size 10.

I of course, had a wonderful team behind me:  Bella Luci Salon provided hair and make-up, and Karma Lounge, my hidden gem, provided the location. The ladies provided their wardrobe, and did a killer job!

I look forward to doing this again soon!!

 

 

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Peanut Butter Oreo Cookies…

February 5, 2012 – 8:29 am

 

Totally off topic, but I wanted to share this fun treat that I found and made with my own twist.  Being that today is the Super Bowl, I thought I would make a fun football themed treat.  I went on a mad search for the football shaped Oreo cookies, but couldn’t find them in the stores, so I used double stuff.  Just on a note,  this doesn’t work well with Reduced Fat Oreos.  Besides, with this treat what is the point of “reduced fat?”   I am no “PRO” dessert maker, so they do not look perfect, but they sure taste yummy!!!

 

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Jennifer and Ryan Are Married, Connecticut Wedding Photographer…

February 2, 2012 – 3:37 pm

 

When an old college friend of mine announced on Facebook that she was engaged, I of course sent my “Congratulations!!!” and then followed it up with, “I know a wedding photographer.”  I was only having fun but was beyond thrilled when she said, let’s roll!   From dorm room parties, to watching her put on her wedding dress,  seeing your friend grow and starting the foundation for her own family, is such an amazing experience to be apart of.

I remember driving to this wedding in Connecticut, just watching the sky.  We had about a 60% chance of rain,  however not one drop of rain was to be seen that day.  The outdoor ceremony went off without a hitch, and the party, which started before the wedding, lasted until the very last song where the groom  gave a singing performance like he was putting on his own concert.  Yes, it was a FUN night.

Thank you again Jenn and Ryan for including me in such a wonderful day in your life.

Details:

Dress:  Casablanca, The Wedding Embassy

Hair/Make-Up :  Salon Odette

DJ:  David J. Entertainment

Location:  The Heritage Hotel

Flowers:  Flower By Danielle

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