Today marks the beginning of my 6th year of blogging. Over the past 5 years I’ve blogged over 470 blog posts, received over 5000 comments and had just over 1.2 million viewers. I can’t believe it. My father always says “you’ve created a monster” and I guess I have. Shooting is fun and easy to me but the hardest thing I do is blog. Any photographer will tell you that. Blogging takes mad time and effort, so when I click “publish” and the comments come in it means a lot because it shows me that you all appreciate my hard work. I’m so grateful that so many of you follow my blog. Whether you’re a bride/groom to be, a parent, a past bride/groom or a photographer, I love you all and thank you for the years of support. I have no plans on stopping either. Also, I know I owe you all some video blogs too as it’s been way too long. Don’t worry we got something cooking. But again, thank you all for blog stalking!

Peace,
JP

Did you think I wouldn’t toss an image of my French Bulldog Lexie in? She sits in this window in my office while I blog. If you drive by and see her you better honk because when a horn honks she gets a treat, so it’s like you giving her a treat. ;)

Ok one more.. I call this “the yawn”

What up peeps? There’s nothing like a Saratoga Springs engagement session. This one is classic Saratoga at it’s best. We decided to shoot in the park since their wedding next year will be at the Casino! The rest of the locations you really can’t go wrong with! I just love all the fall colors. I actually expected more color since this is “peak week” around here. Anyway, Kacie and Kevin are set to wed next June and I look forward to working with these guys again! Thanks to you both for choosing us! We’re going to have a blast next summer.

Peace,
JP

Meet Kacie & Kevin..

Kacie’s one photo request, stairs. ;)

I like this one.

Since their June 29th 2012 wedding is at the Historic Canfield Casino…

A fun little mosaic in town.

Ah Caroline St..

Wardrobe change..

Cute.

Another favorite.

Elario configuration time.

one more.

Oh hey now.

Pine needles, yes please.

Do your thang Kacie!

Easily my #1 favorite.

and my token “bling shot”

One more!!

Wow! Wedding 3 of 3 this past weekend was off the damn chain. Seriously. Now, normally we don’t take three weddings in a weekend and when wedding coordinator Katie O’ came to me we already had Friday and Saturday booked. I honestly said no we’re not open however Katie knew we were actually open, was persistent and told me that the couple loved our work and wanted to have us. How could I say no? Really, I’m so glad we decided not to sit on the couch on Sunday October 16th 2011 but more so that Natalia and Carlos chose us! So without further ado lets get into this beautiful day.

It’s always nice showing up to a hotel and seeing Katie O’ on site and it’s even better when she hands me two 4 packs of Red Bull. Now, I didn’t go thru them all. Why? Well, there was no need for that because the energy was there and never fell off all day! So you know, by energy I mean Natalia, Carlos, their families and bridal party were there. They were very much there and ready to celebrate these two high school sweethearts marriage. The day was great. From the moment Natalia put on that gown heads were turning for obvious reasons, she killed it. Carlos not looking too shabby either, rocking a hand tied bow tie. Their first look went down and it was great. Carlos while being roused by his boys not to cry totally shed a tear or two. Then after the family and bridal party photos it was time to do what I love to do, capture the bride and groom. I’m pumped with the stuff I got and I really hard a hard time narrowing down favorites for this blog which is why its a long one. Now its ceremony time and the space looked great. It was decorated by Anthology Studio and I loved all the candles. There was a lot of love in the room and the ceremony was just perfect and unique. Now onto the party.. WOW. Seriously from the moment it started it didn’t stop. They entreated the room to some of the best drums and percussion I’ve heard. Thats how you set it off! Then the party was handed to DJ Kenny Valdez. I have to give props to this DJ, aside from the live mixes that actually made me put the camera down and dance for a minute the setup was tight and looked awesome. The dance floor was packed and so was the Elario Photo Booth! Mad props to all involved on this one, you all rocked it. Thanks to Katie O’ for coordinating the day. I love coordinators and wish all my clients would use them!! Natalia and Carlos, thank you guys so much! I could not be happier with your images and I have confidence you’ll feel the same. I got mad love for you both! I’m not sure if you’re honeymooning or not but I hope this blog reaches you guys!

Peace,
JP

Mrs Cruz (to be), your dress is ready..

As you can see all loved seeing this stunning bride.

The fella’s hung out downstairs with their cigars and waiting for the first look.

Carlos, looking great!

I love this little first look series..

so sweet.

Everyone enjoyed watching the first look!

Do your thang Natalia.

Too much beauty in one photo..

The image on the let was the first image I took of Natalia alone. Lets just say she didn’t need to warm up.

Incredible.

One more..

Oh hey there Katie O’! All brides should have a wedding coordinator… you’ll thank me later. ;)

A bunch of good looking people right here. I especially like the two kids on the left.. They seemed to really like each other.. ;)

For the photogs… Nothing like the 135mm

or a 24mm 1.4L.. sorry to get all techie on you! I do love this image though.

Ah this is why you get married in October.

I like the next few with the interior of the Hall of Springs washed in color.

Yup..

It kept getting easier.

Natalia, you be killin em’

I freaking love this. This almost was my facebook teaser…

until I took this one.. I love it. 25 comments, 70 likes.. I think I picked the right teaser (brushes shoulder off)

One more from this spot..

Time for a ceremony..

Here she comes!

I love the reactions from the bridesmaids..

Caught!! Little man was caught sleeping and almost missed walking his flower girl down the aisle.

Mr & Mrs..

Congrats!

An Elario configuration..

Their happiness was so fun to capture.

another “this is why you get married in October” image.

A couple fun props.

Another favorite of mine..

The Hall of Springs. (see the dj’s setup? tight)

Time to party.

First dance..

Cheers!

Packed floor and not only that but everyone was SO close to each other. I had to dance my way into this photo.

Show offs.. I wish I could move like you.

Oh yeah! The Elario Photo Booth was in the house!

This not yet released gold from drop it MODERN is beginning to be one of my most popular drops (I hope they don’t want it back!)

Fellas.

Ladies!

Yeah Grandma, do your thang!

#blogstalkers

The dude with the mic is obviously living his dream.

Congrats to you both!!!

October 0 /  Jp 1.. Seriously I’m on it! I’m kicking Octobers butt, no stopping. Eh eh.. I must say I’m happy to share Natalia #1’s wedding with you this weekend. What are the odd’s I get two Natalia’s in the same weekend? Anyway like I said, it’s the first Natalia’s (& John’s) blog today so sit back, relax and enjoy what I have for you! Love this couple…

The funniest thing in the world happened on Saturday October 15th 2011, we arrived at the hotel and Natalia was fully dressed! I was like “oh you’re dressed?” She said “well, yeah we were doing really good on time.” All I could do was laugh. Then I said “OK, well at least give me your shoes so I can photograph them.” Then she took the dress off (no not in front of us) and literately got back in it. We tried to shoot it hanging but the hanger straps were cut out. Anyway, what does that tell me? Well, it told me Natalia was the most excited bride of all time. That held true all damn day! All she did was smile. After Natalia got dressed for the second time we headed out onto broadway to photograph her and the ladies. Then it was off to Siena College where the love birds met. It was also the spot where they’d tie the knot in front of a packed full Chapel. Not only was Natalia all smiles, the same rang true for Johnny boy, he was living it up.  It was great to see a past Elario b&g, a future b&g and a couple other couples who need to get on it already (*cough*  Carl, *cough* Andrew, your ladies are dying to be Elario brides, they told me so). Once the knot was tied, we had a rainy drive up the north way to Saratoga National Golf Club. Thankfully when we arrived at Saratoga National for the 9th and final time for 2011 the rain stopped. We banged out a quick bridal party shot and then I took Natalia and John onto the course. I love what we got and owe mother nature a thank you card for not raining on us! Then it was party time. DJ Scott Hemming did his damn thang all night. The dance floor was PACKED! Seriously more people danced at this wedding than any other SNGC wedding in 2011. Thats how Siena rolls though, they proved that to me in September. Natalia and John, thank you. Thanks for having us at the big day. Thanks for the shout out on the Fly morning rush the week of your wedding too! It’s been a freaking blast working with you two. What a fun day!!!! Congrats! I know Mexico has the internet so enjoy this blog!!

Peace,
JP

We’ll set it off with one of my favorites from their beautiful engagement session.

The shoes..

John’s titanium ring was as light as a feather, pretty cool.

Natalia gets dressed, take two.

Stopping traffic on broadway like what!

Again, with a name like Natalia you have to know how to work it..

and that she did..

Loving the veil.

The fellas had to fight off all the college girls driving by hollering at them.. true story.

a nice moment with Natalia and Dad (& the limo driver.. dang can’t they give them some space?, thats a blog post for the off season)

John, all smiles.

Yay!

Mr & Mrs..

Hey hey!

This was my facebook teaser, I love it. Nuff said.

love this series..

Get into that configuration now..

So pretty..

The puddles are awesome.

More smiles…

Loving the colors.. or lack there of.

Do your thang girl.

more favs in b&w..

After their engagement session I started turning the camera around..Natalia wasn’t too happy about that so here ya go!

Saratoga National Golf Club..

Blue light..

The grooms cake / Johns birthday cake. Yup their wedding date was his bday. John, no excuses to ever forget your anniversary player.

First dance..

Not sure what exactly is happening here.. lol

Michael is at it again. Can’t wait for your wedding when I’m gonna show you all how to Dougie.

One more party shot. Congrats you two!!