Here we are on the final lap in mid November, we have just 4 weddings to go for the remainder of our extremely busy 2008 season. That being said the weddings are still turning out as great as they started back in January of 08. With the days getting shorter and the colors starting to disappear, this time of year we push ourselves a little harder to get great images. This is the time of year that I feel if we come out with great images then we can pretty much concur anything. It’s a fun part of the season for us since we get to push ourselves a little harder and really get creative. This wedding here is an example of what I mentioned above.

It was back in January when Maribeth and Michael stopped by our table at the Glen Sanders Bridal show. All I remember is this little bride to be running back and forth between our spot and Glen Sanders to check availability on both ends. They were not only juggling dates but other GS properties. So they decided on Saratoga National and us on that very day! This is extremely flattering when a bride & groom hires us based on our availability. We’re both humbled by this.

So the day was a little wet and monochromatic to start out, I think it could have been a blizzard and it wouldn’t have changed the mood these two had from the start. We showed up at the hotel and got to document a pretty sweet gift Maribeth gave Michael (brides to be take notes), a beautiful time piece by Cartier. Every man should rock a nice time piece and Maribeth picked a winner here. The funny thing is when we walked up to Maribeth’s room there was a Cartier box waiting for her from Michael, it was the love bracelet. All I know is these two have great taste across the board. The ceremony was beautiful and intimate and the party was a fun time for sure. DJ Paul Malo had that dance floor in full motion all night. We also had the pleasure to shoot along side our friends John DaBiere & Diane from Video Craft. Thanks for having us document your day and congrats.

Enjoy, leave love -
JP

Here are two little series of Maribeth & Michael opening that red box.

The room looking good, all floral work done by Experience.

I like this ring shot.

So funny…

Coming off a strong weekend of making nice photos I had the chance to put the cherry on top with this engagement shoot of Carolyn and Dominick. This shoot took place exactly one year before their upcoming wedding and if this is any sign of the day their going to have next year then these guys should be excited. You local blog readers might recognize Dominick’s mug from his restaurant’s Yono’s & my personal favorite DP An American Brasserie (blue cheese potato chips are off the hook), seriously if you have not been there yet what are you waiting for? Enough plugging for now, I’ve known Dominick for a some time and it was great to spend the morning with his beautiful and stylish fiance Carolyn who’s going to make an awesome bride.

I have some more stuff coming this week so check back as always.
JP

Some of the last color left in Albany.

The light was simply beautiful…

my token “bling” shot

Last Sunday we photographed Janette & Naim’s wedding. This wedding was full of energy from the minute we arrived at the bride’s home. We enjoyed the experience of shooting a Lebanese wedding, it was a bit different from what we’re usually shooting but we’re always down for something new. It was also fun shooting along side our friends John DaBiere & Diane from Video Craft who we will be with again at this weekends wedding.

Enjoy & leave some comment love-
JP

Janette showing us some special her father Mr Hannoush made for her, you may have heard of him.

Look at that bling!

I love this shot showing all of Janette’s family.

And this one showing everyone.

This is a shot we take but I never show on the blog. I thought this was a nice traditional bride & groom photo.

The Hall of Springs looking good.

Here’s a few available light F1.2 photos.

This photo here pretty much sums up the party.

Some fun details.

How cool would it have been to have a twin? I think I would have loved it. Anyway I had a great time capturing twin brothers Bentley & Braeden. I got to tell you, these two little dude’s toughed it up during an early and cold October morning. Seriously, my hands were numb. But that’s what you do to get the shot. I was intrigued when Jamie the father told me he had this red couch he wanted to drag outside and take a few shots on I thought it would be awesome. That’s probably the coolest red couch I’ve ever seen.

Enjoy these & check back this week for Sunday’s wedding.
JP

Bentley rockin’ the mini mohawk.

I think Braeden was a little cold here.

A very cool family portrait.