lindsay & john: canfield casino

Posted in: Weddings

July 30 2008

All I know is I’m loving the photos from Lindsay & John’s wedding. We have said it before but the Canfield Casino remains our favorite ball room of all time. The angles and lighting this room offers are endless. One of the great things about the Casino is the location, Saratoga Springs in the summer is about as good as it gets around here. Speaking of locations Lindsay & John picked Spit & Spat for their ceremony and what a good choice that was, there really is nothing like an outdoor ceremony. They also picked a prefect ceremony time because about one hour after their ceremony it rained hard and it never stopped. However the rain never stopped me, according to the data on my files I not only got the formal group shots done I also finished the photos of just Lindsay & John in just under 18 minutes, 5 minutes after that the rain came. Not to brag but thats good! I’m confident that Lindsay & John enjoyed the remaining hour and ten minutes of their cocktail hour. Seriously thats just how we operate, we don’t take all day taking photos, your paying for time and you should enjoy it.

This party was off the hook! The room looked spectacular thanks to the talents of my fiance Kris Ann Blanchette owner of Fleurtacious Designs. The party started strong with some crazy intros by the bridal party. Tim from AMS Entertainment did not disappoint, when he opened up the dance floor it was packed and these guys partied hard. Thanks to Lisa Jubert for helping me out on this one.

enjoy & leave some love-
jp

 

 

 

 

 

the greatest bar in saratoga.

 

the guy’s wanted their bad a$$ shot.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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  1. DJ Tim Wedeman (08.4.08) 

    GREAT pics Joe and great working with you again. I’m thrilled it was a great night. I look forward to the next time we rock tha house!!

  2. Kristin Follette (07.31.08) 

    Great images Joe! What a beautiful wedding and beautiful couple!

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jessica & alan: engagement shoot

Posted in: Engagements

July 30 2008

I’m absolutely stoked with the stuff I got last night of Jessica & Alan. These engagement shoots just keep getting better. Who would have thought a certain city has so much potential to shoot in? I also think it had something to do with the couple. After this shoot I’m really looking forward to shooting Jessica & Alan’s wedding this December.

peace-
JP

I knew the shoot is going to rock when this was literately the first shot I took!

 

 

 

 

 

It’s all about the light…

 

 

What a fun couple!

 

 

my token “bling” shot

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  1. Rachel (01.10.09) 

    nice story telling shots. very nice lighting

  2. Rene (08.5.08) 

    Fantastic photos! I’m so excited for you guys.

  3. SUZANNE (08.1.08) 

    Beautiful couple & amazing photos. These pictures belong in a magazine! You have a great talent Joe.

  4. Jessica & Alan (08.1.08) 

    Jess and I saw the photos last night. We love them! Thank you for taking the time doing this shoot. We enjoyed it very much. You demonstrate a great passion and excitement to your work and it shows. As a matter of fact, Jess kept on gazing over the photos last night.

    Once again… Great work!

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she said yes!

Posted in: News, personal stuff

July 15 2008

That’s right!… My girlfriend, Kris Ann is now my fiance! This is seriously exciting stuff… I don’t get too personal on my blog so this as much as your getting.

JP

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  1. Sandra Cardona (10.14.08) 

    I know I’m a little late….

    I just wanted to say Best Wishes to a wonderful couple. Enjoy this very magical time in your lives! [Try to take some time from your busy wedding schedules to take in memories of planning your own! It goes by so fast!]

    Kris Ann looks so happy, and JP – - nice job on the bling!:)

    Wishing you many years of love, laughter and happiness,
    Sandra and Rob Cardona

  2. Chrisitna (08.6.08) 

    Joe & Kriss Ann,
    CONGRATS and Well wishes to you guys!!!
    Love the new BLOG!
    -Chrisitna

  3. Sean Willcoxon and Jaimee DiGesare (07.28.08) 

    Joe,

    Sean and I heard the great news on Saturday night and are more than happy for you both! Very cruel of you with just the one picture though :)

    Congratulations,
    Sean and Jaimee

  4. Lisa (07.25.08) 

    hey just checked out your blog and saw the news! congrats!!! thats awesome!!! you two are good together!
    J.E.W.

  5. Su M.O.B. (07.23.08) 

    JP
    I never leave comments, although LOVE all the great shots seen on the blog. However, this one definintely requires I come out of my lo-tech comfort zone to say CONGRATULATIONS! I’m thrilled for you and hope you’ve seen enough of the “hoopla” that surrounds weddings to know it’s best to relax, enjoy the process and keep your eye on the end result…a happily married couple! Best wishes to you both! Only problen I see, as I told your dad, is that unfortunately, you’ll have to settle for NOT having the NUMBER ONE photo team doing your wedding :)

  6. Robin (07.22.08) 

    Joey & Kris Ann-

    Congrats Little Bro! I am so HAPPY for you both!!! Kris Ann- Welcome to the family!!!

    Love You,
    Sis

  7. T.R. (07.20.08) 

    Oh, My, Gawd. Time for a Party ! Congrats and best wishes from T.R.

  8. Heather Mannato (07.19.08) 

    JP,

    What great news!! I am so happy for you!!! I wish you all the best!!!

    Heather

  9. Al Woodard (07.17.08) 

    WOW! I leave town for a quick vacation and you pop the question 2 days later! Now I understand why you looked at me so strangely when I recently mentioned shooting your wedding. Suddenly, it all makes perfect sense.
    A formal CONGRATULATIONS to you and Kris Ann my friend.
    I wish you all good things. Can’t wait for the big day.
    Blessings, AL

  10. Nicki Maye (07.17.08) 

    JP~CONGRATS ON YOUR ENGAGEMENT!!! I HOPE WE WILL GET TO SEE SOME PICS OF YOUR WEDDING ON THE BLOG =) BEST OF LUCK TO YOU BOTH!!!
    MANY YEARS OF LOVE AND HAPPINESS….
    NICKI AND KEVIN MAYE

  11. Kristy Barton (07.17.08) 

    Joe, Congrats! For some reason I thought this was coming. Now, who will the best photographers in NY get to shoot your wedding?? Best wishes to you both!

    Chris and Kristy

  12. Bruce Atkin (07.17.08) 

    who is taking pics for you? i have a GREAT guy… let me know Bruce

  13. Beth and Michael Harwood (07.16.08) 

    Congrats!!!!
    Enjoy every moment of your time together.
    We are so happy for you both.
    Beth and Michael Harwood

  14. Kelley and Jason Valentine (07.16.08) 

    Hi JP
    Congrats to both of you. You make a great couple. The only problem is who is going to be the florist and the photographer for your wedding?

    Kelley, Jason and Isabella Valentine

  15. Nicole (07.16.08) 

    Yay! I’ll never forget the day (three and a half years ago) I was with Kris Ann and we ran into Joe at a bridal show. I asked him a few questions about his amazing work and we went on our way -meanwhile Kris Ann informs me that she and Joe have worked together in the past ect… that is when I looked her in the eye and said “Kris Ann! you need to marry him!” :-)…I knew you two were a match and am so happy for the both of you!

    Congrats,
    Nicole

  16. Ericka Silverman (07.16.08) 

    Congrats!

  17. Dad & Sheila (07.16.08) 

    Congratulations!! This is fabulous news..great couple, great day and best wishes for a fun and exciting engagement..Enjoy this time and savor the moments.
    See you soon,
    Love Dad and Sheila

  18. Skip Cohen (07.16.08) 

    Hey JP…congrats to you guys! This is terrific news. Bring Kris Ann to NYC in October so we can go out for a drink!

  19. crystal (07.16.08) 

    I knew this day would come!!! Words can’t say how happy i am for both of you…i’ll never forget that snowy New Years night when i made Kris go back into the inn to get Joes number…when she came out she had that same look on her face as in the picture, pure happiness!!!.. I love you both like family..Congrats!!!

  20. Laura Mullins Klein (07.16.08) 

    JP,

    Congrats! Great news. Great picture. Great ring. Beautiful bride-to-be! All the best to the 2 of you.

    Laura and Josh

  21. Kevin Sheehan (07.16.08) 

    Congrats to both of you!!! The both of you have done so much to make so many people’s weddings special, so I certainly wish nothing but the best for you both.

  22. Kelly and Jax (07.16.08) 

    Hi Joe – It’s me again. I forgot to mention how beautiful the ring is that you chose. It looks perfect and I can’t wait to see it in person. Have a great Remainder of your vacation and we’ll see you in a few days.
    Love Me

  23. Bruce Atkin (07.16.08) 

    Joey, Congrats on your engagement… lot’s of luck always…Bruce and Marna Atkin

  24. Stephen (07.16.08) 

    p.s. Kris Ann… you look beautiful.

  25. Stephen (07.16.08) 

    YO! Congrats my friend… this is awesome news! Love to you and Kris Ann. Have a great day!

  26. KELLY and JAX (07.15.08) 

    WATCH OUT WORLD – HERE COMES THE COUPLE OF THE CENTURY! I AM SO HAPPY FOR BOTH OF YOU. ENJOY THIS SPECIAL TIME AS IT IS THE MOST EXCITING.
    KRIS ANN – YOU ARE SO DEAR TO ME AND LIKE THE YOUNGER, MORE BEAUTIFUL AND MORE SUCCESSFUL SISTER I NEVER HAD (HMMM, NOW THAT I THINK ABOUT IT I SHOULD BE THANKFUL I DIDN’T HAVE TO DEAL WITH YOU MY ENTIRE CHILDHOOD – JUST KIDDING). SERIOUSLY, I AM SO BLESSED TO HAVE YOU IN MY LIFE AND AM THANKFUL I CAN SHARE, WITH YOU, THIS WONDERFUL TIME IN YOUR LIFE.
    JOE – I LOVE YOU TOO BUT AM ANNOYED YOU HAVE BETTER HAIR THAN ME BUT SUCH IS LIFE. ALSO HON, I BETTER GET SOME BONUS POINTS FOR MAKING KRIS ANN DIAL THE PHONE FOR THE FIRST TIME ON THAT FATEFULL NIGHT (SMILE) — AND THE REST AS WE SAY IS HISTORY!

    P.S. JAX IS ASKING ABOUT BABIES ALREADY!

    LOVE US

  27. mary and jeff (07.15.08) 

    Joe, Congrats on picking a beautiful ring and beautiful wife to be. love mary

  28. Bob (07.15.08) 

    JP, congrats on your engagement!! Love all the work you and your father have been doing. Can’t wait for you guys to do our wedding next year!

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amy & kevin: wolferts roost

Posted in: Weddings

July 13 2008

Blog #2 for today:
Here’s my wedding from the popular July 12, 2008… Amy & Kevin. I had a blast from start to finish at this one. Kevin & I go way back to the high school years of waiting tables at an assisted living community. Meeting Amy last July I knew she was going to be a fun bride. This bridal party was also quite rowdy bunch, but a good rowdy. It was nice to see a ton of familiar faces at this one, makes you feel right at home while working. The reception… wow! When that dance floor opened up it never got empty. DJ Jeff Scot did a good job keeping people moving all night. Thanks to Lisa for assisting me this weekend.

Enjoy-
JP

 

 

 

sometimes we like to group certain bridesmaids for example, childhood, collage & family.

 

 

 

great suits!

 

 

 

 

I’m so happy with this shot…

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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