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New Blogsite!

2009-08-14T23:53:00.004-04:00

Thank you to everyone who takes the time to check out our blog. We are please to now have our new blogsite up and running. Brides and grooms may contact us there, and we look forward to updating it regularly!

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Kristen & Drew - A Siena Engagement

2009-08-10T21:08:00.006-04:00

Kristen and Drew met at freshman orientation at Siena and will come full circle next month when they marry at the Siena Chapel of Angels. We look forward to it, because these two are so full of fun and energy - it's gonna be a great day!

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Congrats Rebecca & Nick!

2009-08-04T18:04:00.005-04:00

Rebecca and Nick married at Franklin Plaza on a fabulous July day. Their ceremony included an intimate hand-tying ceremony, of which I love the symbolism. They partied it up with Adam Conway of Piano Man DJs, and to start it off right, they came in with drinks in hand and toasted their guests. Great food, great fun, great party!

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Thanks, Rebecca & Nick, for making us a part of your special day!

Natalie Ele - Newborn Session

2009-07-31T16:34:00.004-04:00

Kiley + Matthew and baby makes three! It's so exciting to hear when one of our former brides & grooms branches out and starts their family. We had the honor of meeting little Natalie Ele, born July 9, 2009 for her newborn session. She kept her parents waiting, but well worth it 'cause she's a doll. And she even opened her eyes for us! Soooo cute! And sorry, Matt, I couldn't resist including the crying one with the Yankees' shirt. All in good fun. I'm sure they were tears of joy!

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We look forward to seeing Natalie for the rest of her first year!

Ashlee & Kyle - Engagement

2009-07-30T12:27:00.003-04:00

Ashlee & Kyle + Saratoga + beautiful evening = fun engagement shoot! We even saw the sun. Looking forward to shooting their wedding next August!

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Congrats Chris & David!

2009-07-21T17:43:00.003-04:00

Catching up on the blog. Next we have Chris and David. We got lucky once again, with the rain holding off for their short but sweet outdoor ceremony. How cute is the flower girl and ring bearer! We also enjoyed working with DJ Jeffrey Scott Entertainment. Good times!

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Thanks, Chris & David, for making us a part of your special day - so glad you got your wish for the outdoor ceremony!

Congrats Erica & Stephen!

2009-07-13T17:20:00.004-04:00

If I had to pick one difficult thing about photographing this wedding, it would be choosing favorites! Holy cow - what a fun bridal party!!! Erica was an absolute doll, and Stephen, just too slick! Both were genuinely thrilled to be celebrating their union, as was everyone else. The party was craaazzzyyy - hosted by one of our fav DJs, Greg Frasier! He warned me that it would be one of the best parties, and he was right!

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Thanks Erica & Stephen, for making us a part of your special day! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

Congrats Lisa & Kosta!

2009-07-13T17:18:00.004-04:00

After a string of rainy days, Lisa & Kosta got the gift of beautiful weather for their wedding day. Lisa was a little nervous at the house, but for no reason - because she looked absolutely fabulous! They married at St. Sophia's Greek Church and partied at the stunning Hall of Springs, hosted by Music Man, Mike Garrassi. Love the vibrant summer colors! Opa!

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Congrats Kelly & Wes!

2009-07-08T18:26:00.004-04:00

Beautiful day, fun bridal party, great party - Kelly & Wes tied the knot at the chapel at St. Rose and partied at Woolfert's Roost, with musical host Dave Cannon of Elite Sounds Entertainment. I love the surprise cake topper! (Kelly was an Albany Tulip Queen - so how perfect!) All around a great day!

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Meaghan & Mike - An Engagement

2009-07-06T13:37:00.006-04:00

Yay - finally, here is Meaghan & Mike's session. We had so much fun with them on a beautiful afternoon in Congress Park. We cannot wait to shoot their June wedding next year. Judging from their easy-going and fun nature, I know it will be a great one!

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Congrats Melissa & Shawn

2009-07-01T19:56:00.005-04:00

I could make an entire montage out of Melissa's great expressions! A great smile, a great couple on a great day! The rain let up long enough to allow us to pop into Yaddo Gardens between their ceremony and reception, and the roses were lush! Wow! And Alayne from Make Me Fabulous made an appearance, too!

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Carolyn & Kevin - Engagement

2009-07-01T15:47:00.005-04:00

Here's another FABULOUS engagement session, this time with Carolyn & Kevin at one of my favorite locales: Yaddo Gardens, which is beautiful this time of year. Had to put a rush on this one - their wedding is in 4 weeks! Can't wait to work on the guest book! ASAP

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Liz & Jerrett Engagement

2009-06-30T23:19:00.006-04:00

Wow - what an awesome evening, and we got to spend it with Liz and Jerrett for their engagement shoot! These two have great smiles! We look forward to shooting their October wedding - it will be here before you know it!

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Congrats Erin & Jeremy!

2009-06-29T18:27:00.007-04:00

Erin & Jeremy married in Greenwich, then traveled to the Century House in Latham to celebrate their nuptials. The rain couldn't put a damper on their spirits. Erin looked amazing! I look forward to putting their album together! !

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Rebecca & Nick - Engagement

2009-06-24T00:14:00.003-04:00

We met up with Rebecca & Nick on a beautiful evening in Yaddo Gardens. These two made our job both easy and hard - easy to shoot, hard to pick favorites! Love it! And I look forward to working on the guest book!

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Congrats Michelle & John

2009-06-22T12:52:00.002-04:00

Yes, shame on me - I'm behind schedule with the blog posts - 'tis wedding season. Michelle & John married the first weekend in June with their ceremony at St. James in Delmar and reception to follow at Century House in Latham. Greg Frasier spun the tunes and kept the party hoppin'.

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Amanda & Matt B - Engagement

2009-06-17T15:47:00.006-04:00

Red Sox and Yankee fans can get along and get along rather well. Amanda and Matt prove that! We had a blast meeting up with them in Congress Park, along with Primo, for some engagement shots. These two rocked the session, and we can't wait to shoot their October wedding!

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Ed & Sara - Engagement

2009-06-12T20:56:00.004-04:00

Yaddo Gardens - oooooo, I love it! We met up there with Sara & Ed on a perfect spring evening for some awesome engagement shots. We cannot wait for their September wedding - they are a pleasure to work with and I know their wedding will rock!

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Congrats Heather & Ian!

2009-06-11T01:33:00.004-04:00

A-wow. Heather and Ian had a perfect Thursday evening for their intimate wedding at the Glen Sanders Mansion. Their guest list may have been short, but the group was long on fun! What a pleasure it was to work with Heather and Ian and their families. Stunning, fun and laid back - just how we like 'em! And it was fun seeing Amy Elizabeth, who did a fabulous job with Heather's make-up - not that it was much of a challenge. Pretty girl!

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Thanks, Heather and Ian for making us a part of your special day! We feel honored to have been included.

Courtney & Jason - Engaged in a Perfect Game

2009-06-09T14:06:00.004-04:00

How much fun can you have at an engagement session? Let's see... Betcha can't guess what Courtney and Jason like to do. We had so much fun with them at Congress Park, it was craaaaazy!

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Heather & Jeremy - Good Ole Fashion Engagement

2009-06-08T13:56:00.003-04:00

We met up with Heather and Jeremy for their rustic engagement session at one of my favorite locations - the Pruyn House in Latham. Too cute! Can't wait to shoot their wedding in September!

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Congrats Dawn & Kevin!

2009-06-02T19:44:00.004-04:00

Dawn reminded me that it had been 24 months since she booked us, but wow - did the time fly! This past weekend hosted the big day for Kevin & Dawn at River Stone Manor and what a gorgeous day it was, though it kept us guessing! Kevin & Dawn decided to see one another prior to the ceremony to take advantage of the beautiful grounds for some photo ops, but it started to drizzle a bit. However, miraculously, as Dawn walked down the aisle, the sun blazed through and it was magical! The magic lasted long enough to get some gorgeous shots of Kevin and Dawn after the ceremony, as well. For the party, Mike Garassi from Music Man kept the tunes spinning. Rock on!

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Special thanks to our friend Leslie at Precious Memories for assisting us with the video coverage. We look forward to working on it!

Amelia & Mike - Engagement

2009-06-01T20:48:00.003-04:00

We were lucky enough to meet up with Amelia & Mike on a beautiful day in Saratoga for their fabulous engagement session. Can't wait to work on their guest book AND shoot their August wedding!

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And they're off... Congrats Sara & Rocky!

2009-05-30T21:24:00.003-04:00

Sara & Rocky are big track fans and they ran with the theme, naming their tables after thoroughbreds and celebrating at the beautiful Canfield Casino in - where else - Saratoga. Sara represented elegance personified - she looked AMAZING! Her bridemaids glowed, and Rocky and his groomsmen exuded coolness. It was a great big bridal party full of great big fun. The weather rocked, the party even more so. Vinny from Cool Cat Entertainment kept the crowd on their feet. And I love the shot of Sara from their toast - too cute!

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Thanks, Sara & Rocky, for making us a part of your fabulous day!

Congrats Adrienne & Brian

2009-05-21T20:42:00.004-04:00

Weddings are in full swing. Next up, Adrienne & Brian tied the knot this past Saturday and partied like rock stars with Mike Garassi from Music Man Entertainment as musical host. The rain kept us under a patio during the bridal party portraits, but it didn't keep Brian & Adrienne from looking absolutely fabulous! And we managed to capture one of my all time favorite father-daughter photos to date! Wow. Sweetness...

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Rene & Don - A Recap

2009-05-19T15:14:00.006-04:00

Rene & Don had a beautiful day last September to head to Congress Park for their pre-ceremony formals with their spunky bridal party, then off to River Stone Manor for their late evening wedding. We stressed a little bit when the officiant forgot to tell the guests to be seated, limiting our coverage, but that's what keeps our job interesting - you never know what challenge you will face next. Don & Rene looked fantastic, especially during their super-entertaining first dance! Soul Session rocked the party and fun was had by all.

Congrats, Laura & James!

2009-05-13T18:07:00.003-04:00

And we're off! Our 'official' wedding season has begun, and we started it off with Laura and James at the Desmond. If you recall, the skies opened up on Saturday, but not not before we captured a few nice shots with James & Laura and their bridal party at the Pruyn House gardens in Latham - very quickly. The ceremony was balanced with laughter and tears - but happy tears, of course. And the reception rocked with energy, hosted by Greg Frasier. James even serenaded Laura.

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Thanks, James and Laura, for making us a part of your special day. We look forward to working on the video, too.

Alicia & Jeremy - Engagement

2009-05-11T20:26:00.003-04:00

Alicia & Jeremy love to crack each other up, and as a result, they cracked us up, too. Hanging out with these two was just plain fun. We cannot wait to shoot their wedding in July; we know it will be a blast!

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Lisa & Seth - Engagement

2009-05-09T00:53:00.003-04:00

Lisa & Seth rocked their session! They are so cute together - they certainly made our job easy. And the Washington Park tulips go POP! What a great way to spend a spring evening!

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Jennifer & Michael - A Colorful Engagement Session

2009-05-08T13:10:00.005-04:00

Michael likes architecture; Jennifer likes color. The perfect location for them? Downtown Albany in spring, of course, with the rich, bold history of the buildings and the vibrancy of the tulips in full bloom. Even Pepper got in on the action.

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Engagments in bloom!

2009-05-07T20:13:00.011-04:00

It's spring! For real! The trees are smiling. Washington Park is ablaze with color. And there are three great engagement posts on the horizon!

Happy spring!

Kate + Ben = Ken - A Recap

2009-05-05T21:02:00.009-04:00

One word that sums up these two is FUN! Affectionately known (mainly to themselves) as 'Ken' - how funny - Kate and Ben truly celebrated their wedding from beginning to end. From their heartfelt ceremony at St. Clement's Church to their kickin' reception at the Saratoga National Golf Club with one crazy bridal party. And this is one of the best 'end with the beginning' recaps we've managed to do in a while, with the shot of Kate & Ben's toasting glasses etched with their alma mater, St. Lawerence University: where it all began.

Congrats, Kate & Ben - and thanks for making us a part of your special day!

Melissa & Shawn - Engagement

2009-04-28T17:14:00.003-04:00

We're doing the happy dance = the weather is finally coming around and that means more outdoor shoots! Yay! First, we enjoyed meeting up with Melissa & Shawn (and Misha, too) in Saratoga on a absolutely fabulous day! We look forward to working with Melissa & Shawn at their wedding next month!

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Joleine & Andrew - a Recap

2009-04-18T18:17:00.004-04:00

Still playing catch up from last year. Next up - Joleine & Andrew and their Desmond wedding. A fun-loving group, a sweet couple, and two wonderful families - everything one would hope to find at a wedding. Musical host, Fernando at Piano Man DJs did an awesome job, as always, of pumping up the crowd.

Thanks, Joleine & Andrew, for making us a part of your special day!

Congrats, Tina & Kris!

2009-04-08T17:16:00.005-04:00

We're a little behind on the blog - shame on us! But here are a few favs from Tina & Kris' Franklin Plaza wedding last weekend. A short but sweet ceremony; a jumpin' reception with tunes from the band, Good For the Soul and a guest appearance by Kris on the keyboards! And thankfully it was a nice day, so we made it outside for a few shots, too!

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Chad & Amanda - Happy Ever Recap

2009-04-05T14:48:00.009-04:00

When Amanda smiles, she does so with every little bit of herself, and it's contagious! Chad and Amanda were such a sweet couple to work with. And to watch them with their beautiful daughter and with each other was a treat. The ceremony was, well, let's say cozy! They managed to fit quite a large crowd into the St. Rose Chapel, which is a testament to how well loved they are. Photos at the State Capital were a blast! With a fun bridal party, adorable couple and some awesome light, you can't go wrong! All around, a great day!

Thanks, Amanda & Chad, for making us a part of your special day! (Insert sign - thumb, first finger and pinky - you know what I mean! ha ha)

Congrats Brittanae & PJ!

2009-03-31T17:38:00.007-04:00

It may have been a smaller wedding, but there was plenty of big love between this couple! Brittanae and PJ beamed as they married at the Desmond Hotel in a quaint ceremony, followed by some photo fun with family and bridal party. And hello - doesn't Brittanae have the most beautiful eyes!

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Thanks, Brittanae and PJ, for making us a part of your special day! You guys were great fun!

Kate & Sean - Recap

2009-03-26T20:13:00.004-04:00

Okay, I think Kleenex owes Kate and Sean a commission check! Seriously, between the happy tears and the sentimental ones - I could barely edit! But here it is - the recap, edited to their request, their first dance song, which I LOVE. Enjoy!

Congrats Dawn & Jason!

2009-03-25T19:15:00.009-04:00

We have been anxiously awaiting wedding season, and although our season hasn't quite kicked in just yet (come May), we were excited to get out and shoot some March weddings! First, Dawn & Jason married this past weekend at the newly remodeled Glen Sanders Mansion. I love the new color scheme in the lobby and the ballroom - bright and airy, yet sophisticated and elegant. When we saw it, we were pumped! And then when I saw Dawn's flowers, I nearly flipped - anyone who knows me knows I LOVE irises! Her dresses were perfect for a spring wedding! Yay, spring! But Dawn & Jason's vows stole the show - personalized and sweet. The first dance was pretty awesome, too.

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Thanks, Dawn & Jason, for making us a part of your special day! It was a pleasure working with such a genuinely happy couple.

Mary Beth & Dino's Recap - Opa!

2009-03-16T22:20:00.002-04:00

Ahhh, beautiful summer days - remember them? Here's a great one! Mary Beth and Dino's beautiful August wedding at River Stone Manor. It was a gorgeous day, with a stunning bridal party! Mary Beth and Dino personalized their ceremony, combining Greek tradition with some simple romance - very classy. Their reception celebrated their nuptials with zest and energy! What a great celebration.

Thanks, Mary Beth and Dino, for making us a part of your special day! From your engagement session to the very end of your reception - we enjoyed working with you both!

Stephanie & Jimmy - Engagement!

2009-03-10T19:22:00.007-04:00

Ahhh, finally, a day you could walk outside without being bundled in layers of fleece and down and wool from head to toe... And we were able to enjoy it with Stephanie and Jimmy in Saratoga for their engagement shoot! They looked fantastic, and together, they are such naturals, so relaxed and comfortable in each other's company. We cannot wait to shoot their Lake George wedding in November!

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Kiley & Matt - the Recap!

2009-03-01T14:27:00.009-05:00

When Kiley and Matt do it - they do it big! What a party! The morning started off with one of the biggest thunderstorms! But thankfully, it cleared up just in time for Kiley and Matt to marry at St. Thomas Church in Delmar. Then we popped over to the Capital Building for some photos-ops, followed by a kickin' party at the Century House with none other than the Refrigerators!

Thanks, Kiley and Matt, for seeing past Brian's 'flaw' of being a Red Sox fan (ha ha - little did Matt know) and allowing us be a part of your Yankee-themed fabulous wedding! Congrats!!!

Where oh where did the emails go?

2009-02-25T12:25:00.005-05:00

On Tuesday 2/24, in the wee hours of the morning (before 11 am - that's wee to me), our server decided to be a bully and block several emails from coming through. Bad email server! So if you happened to contact us and you do not receive a prompt response, please resubmit your inquiry. Thank you!

Congrats Sara & John!

2009-02-23T14:38:00.006-05:00

Blog readers met Sara and John a few weeks ago with their oh-so-fun engagement post. Well, this past weekend hosted the big day, and what a beautiful day it was. The snow stayed away, and though there was a chill in the area, the warmth of this wedding kept the cold at bay, from the golden accent lights of the Hall of Springs, to the rich floral tones, to the couple themselves. Throw in a great bridal party to boot!

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Thanks, Sara & John for making us a part of your special day!

Happy Valentine's Day!

2009-02-14T13:35:00.007-05:00

Love is in the air! Enjoy

Brynn turns one!

2009-02-09T13:43:00.012-05:00

A first year program complete! We had the pleasure of documenting Brynn at 3 months, 6 months, 9 months and now her first birthday. Holy crow - is she a cutie! And she seemed to know it, too. She couldn't get enough of herself in the mirror - the little diva. But when you got it, flaunt it. Check her out - she's a doll!

For more information on our first year programs or lifestyle portraits, in-home or on-location, contact us at jennifer@imagesbymoak.com!

Courtney & John - Recap, baby!

2009-01-30T15:57:00.005-05:00

Okay, so here it is - I'm so excited to post Courtney & John's recap. A few computer issues slowed down the process, but now that it's finished, I'm psyched! (PS. We have a new computer on the way - not soon enough!) I forgot how hot the day was, but you would never know it by watching these two - they looked flawless. And their bridal party rocked! Courtney and John were two of the sweetest people we have had the pleasure of working with, and so much fun! The first dance was CRAZY! Choreographed first dances can be difficult to shoot since we cannot be too creative with them or we might miss something. But when they are this entertaining, not much has to be done - point and shoot and let the couple do their thing. Great job, guys! So, enjoy the recap (and keep some tissues close by!)

Thanks Courtney & John, for making us a part of your special day! We truly enjoyed it!

Sara & John - Engagement

2009-01-27T10:46:00.005-05:00

Here's something a little different... Because it was so frigid outside, we traipsed about the NYS museum for a few unique shots. John was a trooper - he indulged us on the carousel, even though it wasn't quite his thing. Sara looked adorable, laughing at all of John's jokes. I'm so excited to shoot their wedding next month - they are so good together. Hopefully it will be a tad warmer by then. Though we did make it outside for a few quick (very quick) shots on the Plaza.

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Thanks, Sara & John - see you in a few weeks!

Congrats Kate & Walter!

2009-01-22T14:32:00.005-05:00

Wedding number two for the weekend brings us to Kate and Walter's wedding celebration at Longfellow's Inn and Restaurant. Lucky for them, everything took place right there, so they never even had to touch the cold - at least, not the girls. Kate and Walter married at the foot of the bridge in a short but sweet ceremony, then partied on the dance floor with Dave Cannon from Elite Sounds Entertainment spinning the tunes. Kate and Walter were especially psyched about their one-of-a-kind cake topper made of hand blown glass, crafted especially for them in honor of their union. Rather unique.

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Thanks, Kate & Walter, for making us a part of your special day! We hope you had as much fun as it appeared you did, and more!

Congrats April & Dave!

2009-01-20T13:43:00.009-05:00

We kicked off a busy weekend with 2 weddings and the Glen Sanders Bridal Show (thanks to all who came out!). April & Dave came first with their Glen Sanders wedding celebration. April looked so elegant - and I LOVE the pink shoes - nice touch! Dave looked pretty snappy himself. And I cracked up that while the girls hussle and bustled, the guys relaxed in their room with their video games. Isn't that always the way?

We had the pleasure of working with coordinator Christine Wheat, who kept the ball rolling, and I finally got to meet make-up artist Amy Elizabeth, whom I've heard so much about - she definitely highlighted April's best features, including her big, beautiful eyes. And it's always great to see Fernando from Piano Man - he's one of our favorites! He kept the party hot, despite the cold temps! Holy crow, sub-zero!

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Thanks, April & Dave - for making us a part of your special day. It was a great party - hoppin' from start to finish; in fact, we never got a chance to sign the guest book! Our only regret from the night. Congratulations!

A Touch of Summer in January - Angela & Dan

2009-01-08T23:03:00.006-05:00

Angela and Dan exchanged wedding vows in early July so appropriately they enjoyed fireworks to celebrate their union. Are you longing for those warm summer nights? Well, here's a taste of it - a small clip with some big bursts. Enjoy!

Congrats Elizabeth & Allen

2009-01-07T15:51:00.003-05:00

A quaint wedding ceremony; a calm winter evening in December; a beautiful setting at Glen Sanders Mansion - Elizabeth and Allen exchanged nuptials among their closest family and enjoyed a relaxed dinner in the Stockade Room at the Mansion. What a perfect wedding for a sweet, unassuming couple. And thankfully we could pop outside for a few nice images among the snow.

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Thanks, Elizabeth and Allen, for making us a part of your special day! Truly a pleasure.

Engagement Pics Slideshow

2009-01-02T09:20:00.006-05:00

We have one wedding of photographs remaining to edit and quite a few videos before getting back out there in January for a couple more Winter weddings.
Here is a slideshow of just some of our many engagement shoots we've done. Stay tuned for more updates including the recent December 29th wedding and January weddings.

Lauren & Paul - A Recap

2008-12-11T17:29:00.009-05:00

Here's my newest favorite recap (hint - they're all my favorites)! I am lovin' this new fusion of photo and video! I wish we could do it for every wedding, but video is very time consuming and unfortuantely we have to limit the number of bookings we can accept in order to maintain our quality. Case in point - here is Lauren and Paul's recap from a very hot day in July. We are actually ahead of schedule this year. In past years we didn't even touch July weddings until after the holidays. But thanks to more photo-only coverage, we are better able to stay on top of things, which makes everyone happier!

This was a fun wedding - no, scratch that - this was a crazy, dance-your-feet-off, knock-yourself-out wedding explosion! And who would have thought... Paul seems so mellow - but they're the ones you have to watch out for - LOL. Lauren - she's just stunning. We are so excited for them to see their video - and like I said, their recap is my newest favorite. Here ya go - enjoy!

Chalene & Joe - A Recap

2008-12-01T19:40:00.009-05:00

We were happy to put together Chalene & Joe's recap from their July wedding to a song from their list of requests. At first, I wasn't sure how it would work, but now finished, I love it! We worked in some stills as we got some great shots of these two, thanks to their pre-ceremony meeting in Congress Park. I'll say it again - we LOVE first glance meetings, especially in this situation - where the ceremony & reception take place all in one location and there is so little time in between. What could be an otherwise stressful, rushed photo session becomes a fun, laid back experience that the bride and groom actually enjoy! See for yourself:

Old Photo Restoration

2008-11-18T06:58:00.004-05:00

My mom dug up an old photograph of a birthday party she attended as a little girl as asked me if it could be fixed. I looked over the photo and accepted the challenge. I removed most of the wrinkle and scratch marks, repaired the faces and even the fur on the pooch below the table and finished it up by adding a little sepia tone and restored some contrast.

Now that weddings are winding down, I was able to complete this in time for her get-together lunch with three other girls in the photo that she keeps in touch with.
I just thought I'd show this as an example of the touch-up work that we offer and remind our clients that we are a full service studio.

-Brian

Every few seconds the photo should change to show the before and after:

Kaylena & Scott - Engagement

2008-11-10T19:52:00.005-05:00

Brrr - cold hands, warm hearts... That sums up Kaylena & Scott's engagement session near their future wedding site, Gideon Putnam. It warmed my heart to see Kaylena get teary-eyed when we got closer the Gideon. Their wedding will definitely be special.

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Thanks, Kaylena & Scott, for meeting up with us - we look forward to shooting your wedding next October!

Congrats Emily & Brian!

2008-11-08T23:30:00.004-05:00

Did I mention we love fall weddings? Wow - look at Emily's colors pop! And wow - did we luck out when Emily and Brian chose to see each other prior to their ceremony for some photo time. We managed to beat the downpours that came later that day and instead got some awesome shots of these two! They are so good together. The ceremony that followed was short and sweet. Their reception, quaint and relaxed.

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Thanks, Emily and Brian, for making us a part of your special day!

Congrats Jaclyn & Mike!

2008-11-05T13:57:00.005-05:00

I love fall weddings! The colors, the weather, the themes... This next one is from 10/24 (yep - still playing catch-up - October was one crazy-busy month!), and what a great day it was. Jaclyn and Mike were a fun bride and groom to work with. And boy, did they go to town with the cake... (this is the part where most brides turn to their grooms and say, 'Don't you dare...') but Jaclyn and Mike had fun with it. They kissed and made up, so all is well that ends well.

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Thanks, Jaclyn and Mike, for making us a part of your special day!

Shannon and Jim - A Recap

2008-11-04T20:24:00.007-05:00

We were honored to be a part of Shannon and Jim's beautiful wedding day. You can view their photos here. And now, their video recap... Enjoy and congratulations!

Shannon & Mark - Engagement

2008-11-01T14:19:00.004-04:00

Two great Congress Park sessions in a row! Next up, Mark and Shannon - beautiful day, beautiful couple ... cannot WAIT to shoot their wedding next September! We know it will be a fun one!

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April & Dave - Engagement

2008-10-30T23:45:00.003-04:00

We're still playing catch up with all our fabulous engagement sessions... Next up is April and Dave at Congress Park in Saratoga on an absolutely beautiful day! We were thrilled to meet up with them on such short notice - especially since their wedding is only two months away!

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Thanks, April & Dave - we look forward to shooting your Glen Sanders wedding in January!

Brynn - 9 months

2008-10-29T11:15:00.003-04:00

After yesterday's snow (??!!) here's a little something (or someone) to warm your heart. It was so nice to see Miss Brynn again, this time for her 9-month session among the fall leaves. She's a very stylish little girl. Don't you just love those big, bright eyes!

Amber & Jim - Engagement

2008-10-26T12:00:00.004-04:00

There are still a few nice days left in the season, and we were lucky enough to spend one of them with Amber and Jim at Congress Park for their engagement shoot. Jim is quite the character - which is perfect because Amber has a great laugh, and they compliment one another so well. We look forward to shooting their Hall of Springs wedding next September!

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Heather & Tim - Engagement

2008-10-23T16:40:00.005-04:00

It was a little brisk this day, but Heather and Tim did a good job at keeping each other warm. This was a great opportunity to meet Tim and wow - do he and Heather make a great couple!

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Thanks, Heather & Tim - we look forward to shooting your wedding next August!

Dana & Nick - A Recap

2008-10-21T22:06:00.008-04:00

Watch this clip and you will soon see why we just love this couple - you cannot help but smile...

Thanks, Dana & Nick - we know you are very excited to see the full movie (Dana told me at the wedding - LOL), and I hope you enjoy it as much as we enjoyed working with you!

Laura & James - Engagement

2008-10-21T14:10:00.004-04:00

Pop! Here come the colors! Laura and James met up with us on a beautiful sunny autumn afternoon in Congress Park for their engagement shoot. We had so much fun, and nearly lost track of time. These two are naturals, which may have something to do with their background in photography. Or maybe they are just that good together! I think both...

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Thanks, Laura & James - we look forward to shooting your Desmond wedding in the spring!

Christen & Greg - Engagement

2008-10-19T13:17:00.004-04:00

Blogmania! So many great engagement shoots in one month ... I'm getting spoiled! Christen & Greg were next to indulge us with a fun shoot at the Hall of Springs. We had a blast! It's going to be so hard waiting for their 2010 wedding... but it's always nice to have something to look forward to.

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Thanks, Christen & Greg - we enjoyed working with you both!

Michelle & Chris - Engagement

2008-10-19T13:12:00.004-04:00

Michelle & Chris had a fabulous shoot at Pruyn House - one of my favorite tucked-away spots, especially for fall. I love the character of this place, and Michelle & Chris made it that much better! They were so fun and relaxed - we look forward to shooting their wedding next August!

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Erica & Adam - Engagement

2008-10-17T00:31:00.005-04:00

Yay - fall engagement sessions are really kicking into high gear! We met up with Erica & Adam at Thatcher State Park to take in some of the amazing colors this season! I loved working with these two - they are naturals, and such a perfect fit! What a great way to spend a Sunday!

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Thanks, Erica & Adam - we look forward to shooting your wedding next July!

Congrats Erin & TJ!

2008-10-16T01:57:00.008-04:00

Despite a few minor 'bumps' along the way (wink, wink - a little car trouble), TJ and Erin ended up having a fantastic wedding day! The weather could not have been better - and the colors near their reception venue, The Crooked Lake House, were unbelievable! They decided to meet up before the ceremony to get a few bridal party photos on the grounds at Siena College, Erin's old stomping ground. They wrote their own vows - a nice, personalized touch. And the reception got off to a great start, with their upbeat dance. Scott Hemming of Sound Control DJ kept the floor buzzing all night. Of course, everyone's favorite was the unique performance by TJ and his best man (my ears are still ringing - ha ha).

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Thanks TJ and Erin, for making us a part of your special day! And we enjoyed seeing fellow videographer, Rick Califano of Video Images, too. All around, a great day!

Congrats Shannon & Jason!

2008-10-15T21:18:00.004-04:00

Shannon and Jason married on an absolutely perfect fall day at beautiful Franklin Plaza. They met up before the ceremony for some fun bridal party formals, and wow - did they look great! We popped back in the famous alley for some urban-chic shots - again, these two looked awesome! The ceremony was short but sweet, and the party that followed was hot!

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Thanks, Shannon & Jason, for making us a part of your special day! We look forward to working on the video soon, too.

Erica & Stephen - Engagement

2008-10-14T00:46:00.005-04:00

We met up with Erica and Stephen last week where Stephen popped the question to Erica on their special bench. LOVE fall engagement shoots! We had so much fun with these two - looking forward to shooting their wedding next summer.

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We have many more engagement shoots coming up so stay tuned...

Congrats Jennifer & Adam!

2008-10-09T11:51:00.007-04:00

Two elegant brides in one weekend! For our second wedding, Jennifer and Adam lucked out and had a perfect autumn day for an outdoor ceremony at Glen Sanders Mansion. Jennifer wore a big, beautiful smile across her face the entire day, but especially when she saw her handsome groom, Adam, waiting for her at the end of the aisle. Jenn and Adam shared a fun, upbeat first dance and Adam, what a charmer, couldn't keep his eyes off his bride during their poignant toasts. Sparklers toward the end of the night added a nice touch - oh so glad the weather held out for that!

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Thanks, Jenn and Adam, for making us a part of your special day. We look forward to working on the video soon, too.

Congrats Mary & Jim!

2008-10-06T20:55:00.008-04:00

We knew this would be a fun one! After shooting Mary & Jim's engagement session, we couldn't wait for their wedding! Mary looked absolutely stunning! Very elegant, very Grace Kelly. And Jim beamed when she came down the aisle - any groom that tears up when he sees his bride scores major points with me! Onto a nearby park where we caught some fun (and romantic) shots of this great couple before heading to the Desmond and a great party with the Karen Lawrence Band. Lotsa great footage for the video there!

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Thanks, Mary & Jim, for making us a part of your special day! Glad everyone loved the guestbook!

Congrats Rene & Don!

2008-09-30T21:04:00.005-04:00

Rene & Don married during a nighttime ceremony at River Stone Manor after meeting up at Congress Park in Saratoga for some fun family & bridal party photos. Have I mentioned before that I LOVE 'first glance' meetings? Well, I do! I love that the couple gets to actually interact with one another in a more private setting, and Rene & Don had a wonderful meeting! With a touch of fall crispness in the air, we lucked out with the rain holding off. The colors - LOVE the colors Rene chose! And Bobbie from Home Bloom Florist did a lovely job with the bridal bouquets.

When we arrived at River Stone, and the party got started, it was great to see Garland and Soul Session Band - they rocked the house! Rene & Don, along with their bridal party, tore up the dance floor - great for video footage!

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Thanks Rene & Don, for making us a part of your special day! And last, but certainly not least... Pimp Socks!

Congrats Kristin & George!

2008-09-23T13:07:00.009-04:00

When a couple requests to have their highlights posted on our blog - we remember how powerful the internet is - it really does link family and friends across the miles, allowing everyone to share in special moments they may not have been able to witness in person. We want to thank Kristin for reminding us of that!

Kristin and George had a beautiful wedding at St. Mary's Church in downtown Albany. Kristin really did look like a magazine bride - simply stunning - and the flower girls - absolute dolls! George is one lucky guy - and I think he knows it, judging by the fabulous smile on his face all day long. Their reception followed at Franklin Plaza with one of the most gorgeous cakes ever. Everything about the day exuded elegance.

Thanks, Kristin and George, for making us a part of your special day. Your girls are so lucky to have you both - they are adorable! And we wish you all the best!

Congrats Christina & Rob!

2008-09-21T22:47:00.005-04:00

Wow - Christina and Rob hit the jackpot with a crazy beautiful Saturday and a fabulous wedding day! Christina glowed - absolutely stunning - and Rob beamed from ear to ear. I LOVED Christina's flowers - the colors totally popped - warm and yummy! The bridal party was in good spirits - I'm sure they enjoyed the weather, too.

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Thanks, Christina & Rob, for making us a part of your special day. We look forward to working on the video soon, too.

Kara & Greg - Recap

2008-09-17T16:36:00.008-04:00

Kara and Greg married at beautiful historic St. Mary's in downtown Albany - you may remember them from their photos. They incorporated some unique traditions into their ceremony, including the lasso and coin exchange from Greg's heritage. My favorite, of course, were their vows - I love the emotion in their voices. Their reception followed at the Desmond Hotel with the fantabulous AudioStars. Kara and Greg skated across the dance floor for their elegant first dance - they did a great job! The only bummer (for us) were the fans humming throughout the ceremony, so please excuse the background noise - but unfortunately fans are a necessary evil in the hot summer months like this year had! Regardless, I cannot watch their clip without tearing up. Here is it - enjoy!

Congrats Kate & Sean!

2008-09-13T16:17:00.004-04:00

Two Kate's from Boston - both in the same weekend - but two very unique weddings. That's what makes weddings so great - each one is different and special in its own way.

Kate and Sean married and partied at the Saratoga Hilton, which worked out perfectly, since the weather decided to be less than pleasant. Didn't matter one bit - with the sleek, modern backdrop of the Hilton and a fun-loving bridal party, we managed to capture some fantastic moments for these two. Their first dance was a personal favorite - Chasing Cars by Snow Patrol. I've been waiting for someone to choose this song as their first dance, and it seemed perfect for Kate and Sean!

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Thanks, Kate and Sean, for making us a part of your special day. We look forward to working on the video soon, too!

Congrats Kate and Ben!

2008-09-12T16:08:00.008-04:00

Still playing catch-up with the blog. Next up: The fabulous Kate and Ben (or Ken, as some of their friends affectionately know them - too funny). We knew they would be a blast to work with, after their awesome engagement session. From the moment we arrived, Kate looked radiant! And Ben, cool as a cucumber, despite the heat. They married at St. Clement's Church and truly embraced the moment. I love that when they walked out of the church after the recessional, they beamed - Kate gasped, they kissed and their excitement was as novel and exhilarating as a couple who had just got engaged. My wish for them is that they keep that joy for a lifetime. And judging from their party at Saratoga National Golf Club, they will.

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Thanks, Kate and Ben, for making us a part of your special day - we look forward to working on your video soon, too.

Congrats Joleine and Andrew!

2008-09-10T17:04:00.005-04:00

Playing catch up with the blog! Here's the next awesome wedding in the line-up: Joleine and Andrew married on a gorgeous day surrounded by friends and family, and a surprise balloon release! They followed up their ceremony with a kickin' party at the Desmond, with musical host, Fernando of Piano Man DJs. Of course, we enjoyed a few fun photo ops with these two - they are naturals! And when we learned that Andrew's favorite number was eight, we found a creative way to document that, as well, since it was part of their wedding date!

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Thanks, Joleine and Andrew, for making us a part of your special day! We look forward to working on the video soon, too.

Congrats Julie and Tom!

2008-09-08T15:53:00.004-04:00

This wedding was so special - almost like a retrospective for us! Seeing so many of our previous brides & grooms at their wedding actually gave me chills! Julie knew she wanted to hire us long before they were even engaged - she first knew us from Tom's sister's wedding back in 2001 - Kymberly and Charlie - we thank them for introducing us to their wonderful families. Then Tom's other sister, Jennifer (another date twin for us - June 21st!), his brother, Matthew, several family friends, and Julie's sister, Erin... the list goes on and on. And then it finally happened - Julie and Tom planned to tie the knot and we knew it would be a wedding to remember!

Julie looked absolutely stunning, and Tom - such a gentleman. What a sweet couple - they brought tears to my eyes several times thoughout the day - it was such a treat to see them so happy and witness all their plans come together. We love this family!

So here it is - finally, Julie and Tom's wedding celebration!

Congrats Amber & Jeremy!

2008-09-07T15:33:00.007-04:00

We headed back to beautiful River Stone Manor for the second week in a row for Amber and Jeremy's wedding. They wrote their own vows, adding a special touch. Unfortunately summer is coming to an end, and it is getting dark rather quickly, so we improvised and moved the formals indoors. Amber and Jeremy still looked great and most importantly, enjoyed each other's company. (Nice moves on the dance floor, too!)

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Congrats Mary Beth & Dino!

2008-09-03T15:42:00.005-04:00

Mary Beth and Dino married on a BEAUTIFUL day at River Stone Manor, followed by a super-fun reception, with lotsa high-energy Greek dancing! Mary Beth looked absolutely radiant - Dino, very handsome! Their bridal party and families were a dream to work with - we had a blast!

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Thanks, Mary Beth and Dino, for making us a part of your special day. We knew after your engagement session that your wedding would be fantastic! And it was. We look forward to working on the video soon, too.

Congrats Amanda & Chad!

2008-08-29T12:19:00.007-04:00

Amanda and Chad (and Abaigeal, too!) had a beautiful day! They married at St. Rose before we headed downtown to the Capital Building for some fun with their bridal party. We dodged raindrops, long enough to get some adorable shots of these two. They are so good together!

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Thanks, Amanda & Chad, for making us a part of your special day! We look forward to working on the video soon, too.

Kate & Ben - Engagement

2008-08-25T20:42:00.010-04:00

Wow - did we have fun with these two! They are so great together - they completely indulged us with a fabulous engagement shoot at Yaddo Gardens. With such crazy schedules for all of us, and Kate and Ben traveling in from Boston - I'm so psyched that we could coordinate some time to meet up and 'play.'

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Thanks, Kate and Ben. We look forward to shooting the wedding - only 2 weeks to go!

Congrats Kiley & Matthew!

2008-08-17T20:03:00.001-04:00

Wow - what a party! Following their early afternoon ceremony at St. Thomas in Delmar, Kiley and Matt showed everyone what it meant to celebrate a wedding! Die-hard Yankee fans, Kiley and Matt carried the theme throughout their wedding, from the blue bridesmaid dresses, to the guest tables named in honor of their favorite players, to the unique cake topper (which we HAD to recreate - all in good fun - thanks Matt, for putting up with that one!), the reception exuded Kiley and Matt's enthusiasm for their favorite team, and for each other. Love, love, loved their first dance! And the Refrigerators kicked-started the party, which exploded well into the night.

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Thanks, Kiley and Matt, for making us a part of your shout-out-loud, gotta-love-it wedding day! We look forward to working on the video soon, too.

Congrats Aimee & Ryan!

2008-08-13T16:47:00.001-04:00

A beautiful wedding day for Aimee and Ryan... FINALLY! (I'm saying that in regards to the weather, but their family and friends were probably saying that in regards to their 10+ year friendship turned courtship!) You may remember them from their oh-so-fun engagement shoot at the grade school where they first met. We knew from that moment that their wedding would be all about fun, which it was. Following their short-but-sweet ceremony, the bagpiper and drummer added a classic touch, escorting the couple into their Franklin Plaza reception.

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Thanks, Aimee & Ryan, for making us a part of your special day! We look forward to working on the video soon, too!

Kristi - Bridal Session

2008-08-11T19:10:00.000-04:00

Kristi (of Kristi and Ryan) jumped at the chance to twirl in her beautiful dress once more on a day when we had much more time to hit a special location. Special thanks to Cristina Rivera at Glowing Faces for lending her make-up talents. Kristi is such a natural in front of the camera - glowing, sweet, stunning - and she fit right in among the gorgeous roses of Yaddo Gardens. Seeing a bride in the gardens gave it a whole new romantic feel!

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NIck & Dana - Bridal Session!

2008-08-10T20:31:00.001-04:00

I'm so glad Dana & Nick were up for this! Since it was so crazy hot and humid on their otherwise perfect wedding day, we were able to get together on a more refreshing summer-friendly day. Nick was such a sport to do this! And he got to see his beautiful bride one more time in her amazing dress! Who else could pull this off twice so well? (Anyone is welcome to try - we had so much fun!)

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Brynn - 6 months

2008-08-08T20:28:00.000-04:00

We were so happy to see Brynn again! You may remember her from her adorable 3-month session... Could she be any cuter??? Thoughout her shoot, I just kept saying, "She should be in diaper commercials!" How sweet is this face...

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Looking forward to her 9-month session, part of her 'Baby Steps' Program which chronicles her first wonderous year. I am so honored to get to see her grow!

Jennifer & Adam - Engagement

2008-08-07T16:05:00.000-04:00

Right back to Yaddo Gardens, and those rumbles of thunder we heard earlier in the day brought with it raindrops. We had to work FAST before scooting over to the Hall of Springs where we took cover until the showers past. But it made for some nice variety, and Jennifer and Adam rolled with it, looking fabulous in every location.

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Thanks, Jennifer & Adam, for being so flexible. We were so glad to get a chance to meet up with you while you were in town, and we look forward to shooting your wedding in October!

Emily & Brian - Engagement

2008-08-05T15:53:00.004-04:00

Rumbles of thunder in the distance did little to interefer with Emily & Brian's session at our favorite, Yaddo Gardens. So glad the rain held off long enough to get in some nice shots of these two, since Emily and Brian were in town for just the weekend!

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Thanks, Emily & Brian! We look forward to shooting your October wedding!

Kelly & Wes Engagement

2008-08-01T14:16:00.004-04:00

We had a blast meeting up with Kelly & Wes at Yaddo Gardens for their engagement shoot. We're thrilled they could make some time while in town - we know, it's tough planning a wedding from out of the area!

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Thanks, Kelly and Wes - we look forward to shooting your wedding next June! PS. Nice wheels!

Congrats Lauren & Paul!

2008-07-31T18:33:00.004-04:00

Lauren & Paul married at St. Francis de Sales and partied hard at the Desmond. Theirs was one of the hottest weddings we've ever shot. Might have been the most humid (even our cameras couldn't handle it - one decided to quit and is now in for repair - good thing we ALWAYS bring back-ups!). And it was definitely one of the rowdiest weddings we've ever seen! The dance floor was packed from beginnning to end - amazing!

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Thanks, Paul & Lauren, for making us a part of your special day! Congrats on a stellar party! We look forward to working on the video soon, too!

Amanda & Matthew Engagement

2008-07-27T14:46:00.003-04:00

Back to beautiful Yaddo Gardens for Amanda & Matt's engagement shoot ... we love it there! Thanks, Amanda & Matt, for meeting up with us. So glad we rescheduled - the weather was beautiful. Looking forward to shooting your wedding next year on an oh-so-popular September date!

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Congrats Courtney & John!

2008-07-25T19:47:00.007-04:00

Wow - can it get any hotter??? I keep saying it because I'm amazed by the weather this year. And I'm amazed by how beautifully Courtney and John handled it! Courtney looked oh-so-awesome - she knows what she's doing; after all, she is the proud owner of the Color Bar Hair Studio in Schenectady - some talented stylists over there! And John - the ideal groom - I LOVED how he smiled all day long! We got some killer shots of these two, looking absolutely fabulous. Throw in a great bridal party and you have an excellent wedding!

Emma Willard provided a beautiful backdrop for their ceremony. And Vinnie from Cool Cat Entertainment hosted a great party at the Franklin Plaza Ballroom, as always. Kudos on the first dance, Courntey and John - very smooth! Can't wait to see that on the video!

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Thanks, Courtney and John, for making us a part of your special day! And we're thrilled the guest book was such a hit!

Erin & Jeremy Engagement

2008-07-21T17:32:00.004-04:00

We met up with Erin & Jeremy (and Duke) in Saratoga State Park for their engagement shoot on a nice, breezy summer day. I love that Erin thought enough to bring a change of clothes to 'mix it up' a little. Love the bright pink! Can't wait to shoot the wedding next June!

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Congrats Angela & Dan!

2008-07-20T20:35:00.011-04:00

This has been one tough year with the weather, but every now and then you get lucky, like when the wind blows the fireworks into the shape of a heart!!! Angela & Dan had such luck - a great shot during their spectaular fireworks display to celebrate their wedding at the Mohawk River Country Club. Nate from Piano Man DJs turned some tunes for a FUNtastic party! (Okay - maybe that was a little corny, but I can't help myself - weddings do this to me!)

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A fun bridal party, a happy bride and groom, a celebration off the charts - all around a great day for a great wedding. Thanks, Angela & Dan, for making us a part of your special day!