Anyway, enough about me. It was their wedding day! Here are a handful of photos to highlight their day.
Casey assisted on this one. Love this ring shot she got! The greens and wood really fit the outdoorsy-feel of Colleen & Matt.
Matt & Colleen Chose A Great Day to Get Married
Thursday, July 14, 2011
As you may have seen on recent posts, or perhaps you just know, I really, really love my birthday. Colleen and Matt got married on my birthday. July 9th, 2011. What a great day. I have to say I felt pretty loved- the bridal party must have had a little bridal birdie tell them it was my birthday, because they all told me, "Happy Birthday!" all day long. Thanks!
Anyway, enough about me. It was their wedding day! Here are a handful of photos to highlight their day.
Casey assisted on this one. Love this ring shot she got! The greens and wood really fit the outdoorsy-feel of Colleen & Matt.
I love this sweet picture of the parents coming back down the aisle!
Casey captured this romantic moment. Isn't this sweet?
I am just loving this light fixture that is in the lobby at the Ameristar hotel as a backdrop. We stopped there for some photos to get out of the heat and that lobby has so many cool lights and textures.
As always the toasts were full of laughter and expression, and I usually like to pull a few out to share from the best man or maid of honor. But this time I went with Colleen's dad. His face was so full of affection and pride for his daughter. I just loved it!
This wedding had a lot of special dances and events that I'd never seen before - like this one- called Chivalry, I think. The kids all hit pots and pans and collected change from the bride and groom. It is always neat to see traditions that each family has.
Flash mob!!
Congratulations to Matt & Colleen!
Anyway, enough about me. It was their wedding day! Here are a handful of photos to highlight their day.
Casey assisted on this one. Love this ring shot she got! The greens and wood really fit the outdoorsy-feel of Colleen & Matt.
sweetness of summer, part four
Thursday, July 7, 2011
NOT back to School (yet)
It's not back to school season yet, so why not take some time to schedule a lazy-days of summer photo session this August?
I've been thinking about how wonderful those moments are when your kids are in their jammies, or splashing in the tub, getting tickled on the living room floor, or eating their cereal in the morning (or afternoon or evening or bedtime or whenever. Seriously. It's cereal).
We always want photos of those moments when the laughs are real, the hair is sticking up with bubbles, and they are dawning the most perfect PJs that may have ever landed on planet Earth (ours were rocket ship pjs before Eli got too big). People snap photos on their phones and post them to Facebook, but faces are kind of blurry and the flash took a bit longer than expected and the expression is gone. (And sometimes those are photos that mean the most), but think about having a mini session or a larger session birthed out of something ordinary turned into extraordinary art.
Sessions start at just $150. But the cool part is: I am in charge of a charity event a few times a year. Our next one is just after school starts- September 3. I'll let you earn extra photo credit on your order (up to $50) by donating clean, lightly used coats, shoes, jackets, pants, or long-sleeved shirts. $5 earned per item.
It's not back to school season yet, so why not take some time to schedule a lazy-days of summer photo session this August?
I've been thinking about how wonderful those moments are when your kids are in their jammies, or splashing in the tub, getting tickled on the living room floor, or eating their cereal in the morning (or afternoon or evening or bedtime or whenever. Seriously. It's cereal).
We always want photos of those moments when the laughs are real, the hair is sticking up with bubbles, and they are dawning the most perfect PJs that may have ever landed on planet Earth (ours were rocket ship pjs before Eli got too big). People snap photos on their phones and post them to Facebook, but faces are kind of blurry and the flash took a bit longer than expected and the expression is gone. (And sometimes those are photos that mean the most), but think about having a mini session or a larger session birthed out of something ordinary turned into extraordinary art.
Sessions start at just $150. But the cool part is: I am in charge of a charity event a few times a year. Our next one is just after school starts- September 3. I'll let you earn extra photo credit on your order (up to $50) by donating clean, lightly used coats, shoes, jackets, pants, or long-sleeved shirts. $5 earned per item.
sweetness of summer, part three
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
august is the sweetest month of all!
It's my fifth anniversary on August 5th! I LOVE marriage. This week has been a week of celebrating the marriages of the couples in our small group from church and this weekend is my brother's anniversary. It makes sense that I am passionate about healthy marriages and I love my job. Being a wedding photographer not only has it's obvious perks (cakes, limos, dancing), but I also get the honor to spend time with couples during a really special season of their lives, as they prepare to be married. I hope that I am able to share what glimpses of wisdom I have gained in my five years with new couples and can encourage them to walk humbly together, serving each other generously, and learning to bless each other's socks off for the rest of their lives.
August is Trash the Dress month. It's a time to say, "Honey, I love you. I need this dress only once. Let's make art!"
I am looking to celebrate my five year anniversary (aside from my awesome trip that I am taking with my awesome hubby) with some trash the dress sessions. Maybe some more extreme trashing, and perhaps some more "tame," yet artistic bridal portraits. I am trying to gauge interest in a TTD party- a bunch of ladies all gussied up together and taking a day trip to Alton, IL to photograph and have fun. And get a few individual sessions booked, too.
These sessions make great anniversary gifts, valentine's gifts (planned way in advance), and something just for fun!
Sessions are $150 and include $50 in photo credit. Depending on the response for the TTD party, the price might be adjusted (either up or down...your bet is as good as mine at this point).
It's my fifth anniversary on August 5th! I LOVE marriage. This week has been a week of celebrating the marriages of the couples in our small group from church and this weekend is my brother's anniversary. It makes sense that I am passionate about healthy marriages and I love my job. Being a wedding photographer not only has it's obvious perks (cakes, limos, dancing), but I also get the honor to spend time with couples during a really special season of their lives, as they prepare to be married. I hope that I am able to share what glimpses of wisdom I have gained in my five years with new couples and can encourage them to walk humbly together, serving each other generously, and learning to bless each other's socks off for the rest of their lives.
August is Trash the Dress month. It's a time to say, "Honey, I love you. I need this dress only once. Let's make art!"
I am looking to celebrate my five year anniversary (aside from my awesome trip that I am taking with my awesome hubby) with some trash the dress sessions. Maybe some more extreme trashing, and perhaps some more "tame," yet artistic bridal portraits. I am trying to gauge interest in a TTD party- a bunch of ladies all gussied up together and taking a day trip to Alton, IL to photograph and have fun. And get a few individual sessions booked, too.
These sessions make great anniversary gifts, valentine's gifts (planned way in advance), and something just for fun!
Sessions are $150 and include $50 in photo credit. Depending on the response for the TTD party, the price might be adjusted (either up or down...your bet is as good as mine at this point).
Sarah & Brian
I've known Sarah for a long time- in fact, she even lived with my family for a while back when I was pregnant. Her fella, on the other hand, I met the day of the session since he's been far, far away most of the time that I've known of him- in New York, Spain, and D.C. I think it was a few weeks back.
It was engagement session time. We went for a colorful, urban feel and it was interesting morning for sure. First of all, it was American Idol audition day, and we happened to choose the exact corner where EVERYONE was. A mini miracle: my photos look like they are all alone in the middle of the city (even the wide-angle shots I took). Isn't that how it is with love? Eyes for only one and it seems like everything else just disappears.
Anyhow, with all the traveling they do, and the fact that they took a train ride together they day that Brian proposed, we thought that the new Amtrak station downtown would provide the perfect colorful, modern backdrop for some photos. We gained access to an area "for ticket holders only" and got some fun shots before they changed their minds and kindly kicked us out. Thanks Amtrak!
Then we took a walk and stopped near this parking garage that I've spied a few times and discovered a photographers playground inside. The bottom level is unfinished but perfectly accessible...
And really now, who can resist a happened-upon spray painted heart? Not me. (see here and here)
And I can just see this one on a 5x10 tabletop styrene print with a cute little easel...
Anyhow, with all the traveling they do, and the fact that they took a train ride together they day that Brian proposed, we thought that the new Amtrak station downtown would provide the perfect colorful, modern backdrop for some photos. We gained access to an area "for ticket holders only" and got some fun shots before they changed their minds and kindly kicked us out. Thanks Amtrak!
sweetness of summer, part two
Monday, July 4, 2011
happy birthday to me! (and about a bazillion other friends and family members)
When I was a kid, I thought the fireworks on July 4th were for my birthday. They aren't, but I still like to think so. My birthday isn't even on the fourth. I LOVE my birthday. Having a summer birthday means I never had to go to school, and considering the various flexible jobs I've held over the years, I've never had to work on my birthday either. This year is a first. I am photographing a wedding on my birthday, and to be honest, I am kind of excited.
Here's me and Eli on my birthday last year. Thanks to Casey for an awesome picture of "me."
What's that, you say? You want to give me a birthday present? I thought so... For every session booked* during July, Purple Lemon Photography will donate a bio sand water filter to an Asian village through Gospel for Asia, one of the organizations that our company supports.
Not sure what I am talking about? Purple Lemon Photography does not exist solely to support ourselves. Both through time and money, we support international missionaries and local not-for-profit organizations. We support Gospel for Asia, Young Life International, The Bridge, Oasis International, World Impact, Partners for Just Trade, disaster relief, and various individuals serving as both long and short-terms missionaries with organizations like Campus Crusade, Portage Perspectives, and Teach Overseas.
*booked means that you schedule it during July, not that you have to have the session it July- it could be for, say, September or next February.
When I was a kid, I thought the fireworks on July 4th were for my birthday. They aren't, but I still like to think so. My birthday isn't even on the fourth. I LOVE my birthday. Having a summer birthday means I never had to go to school, and considering the various flexible jobs I've held over the years, I've never had to work on my birthday either. This year is a first. I am photographing a wedding on my birthday, and to be honest, I am kind of excited.
Here's me and Eli on my birthday last year. Thanks to Casey for an awesome picture of "me."
What's that, you say? You want to give me a birthday present? I thought so... For every session booked* during July, Purple Lemon Photography will donate a bio sand water filter to an Asian village through Gospel for Asia, one of the organizations that our company supports.
Not sure what I am talking about? Purple Lemon Photography does not exist solely to support ourselves. Both through time and money, we support international missionaries and local not-for-profit organizations. We support Gospel for Asia, Young Life International, The Bridge, Oasis International, World Impact, Partners for Just Trade, disaster relief, and various individuals serving as both long and short-terms missionaries with organizations like Campus Crusade, Portage Perspectives, and Teach Overseas.
*booked means that you schedule it during July, not that you have to have the session it July- it could be for, say, September or next February.
sweetness of summer, part one
Sunday, July 3, 2011we've got sales, specials, and a recipe
This summer is jam-packed with sweet deals and contests--- you just have to come back often and read the musings of a firefly, lemonade, starry summer night to find them.
Lemonade season is in full swing. It's certainly about time I make my favorite (easy) summer pie- Lemonade Pie (maybe I should dye it purple this year). You would like the recipe you say? Oh, absolutely! And just in time for the holidays. I don't mean the 4th of July- though that certainly is a good one. Read on to see what there is to celebrate...
lemonade pie
Ingredients:
1 (6 ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust
Directions:
- In a large bowl, mix together concentrate and sweetened condensed milk.
- Fold in whipped topping.
- Pour filling into crust
- Chill before serving.
Make this pie, take a photo of it, and email it to me. I'll enter you in a contest to win $50 off a mini session booked this summer!
What's your favorite lemon treat? Include that, too, and I'll add your name a second time to the contest. I'll take entries until July 31st.
What's your favorite lemon treat? Include that, too, and I'll add your name a second time to the contest. I'll take entries until July 31st.
Stephen & Amy
Saturday, July 2, 2011
Stephen and Amy spent a little while on the edge of the Central West End last week for an engagement session. Something I have been thinking about a lot lately in my images is how beautiful people look when laughing! They are proof- and they sure did laugh a lot. I love it!
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