A fun new idea for weddings...

If you were a guest at Amber & Jeff's wedding and took a whole memory card full of images, share them with us!

Post your images to the Flickr group below:
http://www.flickr.com/groups/1148988@N22/

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Amber and Jeff get married

This weekend I flew to Philadelphia to photograph the wedding of my good friend from college, Amber. From the minute I got to her house, I knew I was in for a fun event! We went to the magnificent King of Prussia mall to the MAC store for make up and back to her house where she & her bridesmaids had their hair done.

We then went on to Carinwood Mansion, one of the most beautiful venues that I've ever seen where we took family pictures with Amber honoring her mom's memory by wearing her wedding dress. On to time spent with Amber & Jeff before the big event and then Jeff's entrance into the ceremony with a loud, "Who's ready for a WEDDING!!??"

Jeff also serenaded Amber with a creative rendition of "I will always love you" by Whitney Houston. (Creative is probably being kind!)

From there we all , myself included, proceeded to dance the night away. Thank you to Amber and Jeff for including me in this day, I was honored that you chose to fly me there to be your photographer and thrilled to share in some special moments with you!

Congrats and enjoy the slide show!

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To view all of the images from this wedding when they are posted: www.pictage.com/629586.

Welcome to Miami...

I'm so tired from a whirlwind weekend in Miami that I'm just posting one quick pic of my friend Kellee's beautiful son, Christian. We spent a couple of hours with her extended family and got some magnificent images of them on the water in South Miami this weekend.

Thanks Kellee for having me there! More to come later this week...

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Alicia and Chris, rain delayed

Alicia and I went to college together at the University of Richmond - we didn't even know that we both lived in Columbus, but we able to reconnect recently via Facebook! (I looove FB - did you know? Friend me!)

I am honored that she & Chris have chosen me to photograph their wedding in October and can't wait. We spent the late afternoon in German Village (this week and last thanks to the rain!), admiring the architecture and the park. They were nervous to be photographed, but you can see that they were practically models - they did great!

As a side note, my friends from UR have been so amazingly supportive of my photography business - even those with whom I've not kept in close contact. I thank all of you - and especially Alicia, Amber and Kellee. It is beyond words to have someone fly you to another state to be the person to document their wedding and families.

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Cindy & Denelle, engagement

As always, busy weekends! Cindy, Denelle, Britt (my new assistant-who rocks!) & I had a great time at Goodale Park and then over to the Frog Bear Wild Boar to take some engagement images.

These two had me laughing, especially when Cindy started giggling - it is easy to see that they were having fun too. Can't wait for their wedding in September.

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Ready, set...second shoot!

This weekend, I had the great pleasure of working with another photographer to cover Megan and Josh's wedding. As always in these situations, I walked in and had connections to the bride and some of her friends! Columbus is a small world that's always getting smaller!

Regardless, I had such fun with the beautiful bride and groom who were married on the pool deck of the Columbus Renaissance Hotel and then celebrated the night at The Vault, which is a very cool reception location if you're still looking!

Megan had her flowers done by Hilliard Floral Design and her gorgeous dress was Vera Wang, from Cincinnati's Bridal and Formal.

Here are just a few of my favorites. Many thanks to both families for a fun Saturday!

I was even lucky enough to make friends with the flower girl!

I'm so looking forward to wedding season! Please feel free to leave your comments below...I'd love to hear from you regular followers!

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Julie and Thad - Round 2

Julie, Thad and I caught some much needed sunshine today when we went to the place where it all happened...Gahanna City Hall!! They met while Julie was working there and the rest is history. I had so much fun tonight and am looking forward to their August wedding!

Thanks guys!

More engagement portraits this weekend and wedding season officially begins next weekend for MIP!

In the next month, I'll be travelling to Miami, FL, Philly, NYC and Denver, CO...shout if you need photography and we can schedule on my down time!

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Congratulations!

On Monday afternoon, my good friend Colleen called me with breathless news that she was going to be named President of Spartanburg Methodist College in South Carolina. While I was congratulating her, she interrupted, "But I need a picture tonight!"

I was so flattered to have the chance to take a portrait of her for this momentous occasion in her life!

Check out the link to the announcement: http://www.smcsc.edu/pages/SMCNEWS-040809-KeithNamedSMCPresident

Congratulations Colleen!!

I am always available to help you document those important life moments...weddings, engagements, births, promotions. Call me!

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Katie & Brian - Images from the Short North

Sunday evening, I met with Katie & Brian at the Cap in the Short North. We enjoyed checking out the scene (on a Sunday night, who knew?), the daffodils at Goodale and some Jeni's. Can't wait for the July wedding!

The favorites!

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Engaged - Gina & Jason

I met Gina and Jason this afternoon in Uptown Westerville to take their engagement pictures.

We had a great time meandering up and down the streets. Westerville has some really interesting styling and architecture going on. I'm looking forward to the wedding in June!

Sneak preview:

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Engagement Photos

Last week, I spent some time with Sarah and Jason at the Franklin Park Conservatory taking their engagement photos. I loved hearing their story of meeting in the library!

Here are a few of my favorites from the afternoon.

I keep taking a moment here and there to edit the many images I made at my brother and sister-in-law's wedding in Phoenix. Here's one more!

Two more engagement sessions scheduled for tomorrow! Look for pics of my house this week too..beautful dutch colonial in Clintonville for sale!

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Cool Wedding Blog

Recently I stumbled upon the coolest Wedding Planning blog...The Wedding Chicks. It's full of everything you need to know for planning your wedding and what's more, Minister Images Photography is now a Preferred Vendor.

Check it out!

I still have a few dates open for 2009...September 12 & 19, mid November and December. 2010 dates are beginning to book, call or email me now!

Family portrait sessions are in full swing as are engagement photos, keep checking back for new images.

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Spring has Sprung!

Finally, it feels like Spring has come to Ohio. I know, having been a resident of Ohio for 8 years and Pittsburgh for 20, that there's at least one more snow to come, but nonetheless, I've been celebrating the outdoor time with my kids and husband.

The other project that's kept me away from my blog is that we're getting ready to sell our house. It's a charming older home...which means we've had some charming projects. It really has been a great home and despite our excitement to move into a bigger home, we are so sad to see it go.

I'm making a book of images to commemorate some of the details that we worked so hard on to make this house our home over the last 6 years. Here are my two favorites right now.

I'm gearing up to start shooting engagement sessions and I've hired a new assistant for the wedding season! I've still a few dates left in June and July, November and December. Sign up for my newsletter to get special deals on family portraiture!

Happy Spring!

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Where have I been?

There are several answers to that question...

First, we're getting ready to list our house and we've been delaing with a builder getting ready for our new house! Let me know if you're looking for a beautiful, charming 3 bed, 1 and 1/2 bath in Clintonville!!

Second, I've been finishing up the classes I was taking this quarter. Great fun, so much work!

Third, I've been consulting with couples like crazy! I only have a few dates left betwen May and October...email or call me now if you're looking for a last minute wedding photog.

Lastly, I've had a couple of fun shoots...I did a big family birthday party, a maternity shoot and some more pics of my friend Andrew.

For your viewing pleasure:

Chicago Train - a project for my photoshop class

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Open dates and portrait sessions

I still have some open wedding dates for Summer 2009:

June 6 and 13
July 4 and 25
August 15
September 5, 12 and 19

Set up a consultation today before they're all gone!

Still offering a 10% discount for Friday evening or Sunday afternoon weddings.

I am continuing to book in-home portrait sessions, parties and events. I was lucky enough to shoot Vance last weekend, he is just four months and already hamming it up for the camera!

Contact me to set up your in-home portrait session, complete with a professional background and lights!

Having a large family party? Minister Images Photography can set up an area for big group family portraits and capture professional candids to commemorate the party. Contact me for rates.

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