{Kara and Sam Slideshow}:: Dayton and Springfield Wedding Photographer

I wanted to share the email I got from Gina (Kara's mom) when she saw the slideshow. You know, as a photographer...there is nothing more special than hearing that you successfully captured someone's memories.

And weddings happen so fast that pictures are even more important to help the bride, groom, and family remember how fabulous the day really was...as Gina points out in her email.g

Oh my gosh Brandy, all I can say right now it WOW! I've never seen such great pictures in my life!! It doesn't hurt that Kara especially is very photogenic but they all are absolutely wonderful! I had tears in my eyes just watching the slide show. (and maybe that's normal, but not for me) You captured a lot of great memories for them and for me. Honestly so much was happening so fast that night that I missed a lot and it makes me sad but at least I'll have the pictures now to show me what I missed and I can feel a part of it. I will recommend you to everyone, honestly. I can't tell you enough how pleased I am with the outcome and we haven't even seen them all yet. "

{Sam & Kara:: Wedding} Dayton and Springfield Wedding Photographer

Young. Beautiful. In Love.

It is the stuff of fairytale romances. Kara and Sam took that idea and made it a reality for their wedding.

A winter theme - complete with white, red, snowflakes, and Christmas trees - made for a gorgeous setting for their special day. They were full of energy and full of adoration for each other.

Thanks for letting me capture your memories for you!

Special shout-out to Stacey! Thanks for coming to second shoot with me! Stacey did an awesome job...check out her blog for some of her images!

{Amber and Cody = Slideshow} Springfield and Dayton Wedding Photographer

Amber & Cody -Bridal Session

So, Cody and Amber took me up on a suggestion I made when we were discussing their wedding timeline.

Rather than be stifled by the busy wedding day schedule, they decided to let me just capture their day photojournalist-style (which I do anyway) and save the creative time for another day!

So, a couple of weeks after their wedding, they dressed back up and we headed out for some (VERY COLD!) fun! (Yes, there was snow on the ground, and Amber braved it anyway!)

Here are a couple from that day!

p.s. The car one was taken at This Old House...to find out more, check out my last post. It has become my newest downfall...everytime I go to do a session, I end up buying something.

Cody & Amber - Sneak Peek (Dayton and Springfield Wedding Photographer)

When I met Amber & Cody, I knew that their wedding was going to be special. When I did their engagement session, I knew it was going to be fun. I had no idea just how special and fun it would be, though.

Everything, and I mean everything, had special meaning in this wedding. During the ceremony, they read poems to each other. But, get this...they wrote those poems YEARS ago in high school - when they were first dating.

Instead of favors, they donated money in each guest's name to 3 important charities. And...the best part of all...they sealed their vows with...a pinky swear!
How cool is that?!

All in all, I will say what I have said before...I truly have the best clients in the world. Amber and Cody, I was honored to be present for your most special and fun day! I hope you enjoy your sneak peek!

Shannon and Josh: Wedding (part 1)

Oh. My. Word.

Yep. That pretty much says it all. But for those of you that like more words in my posts...here are a few more:

• farm
• barn
• cowboy boots
• chocolate
• pink
• fall
• BLUE sky
• white pumpkins
• gorgeous
• yummy

Shout out to Tracy - thanks for asking me to come with you! I LOVE being around you when you work...I feel like greatness might rub off on me! :)

Stacey and Kevin - Dayton and Springfield Wedding Photographer

Well, a picture is worth a thousand words...so take a gander at this little "essay."



Yep! You are seeing correctly...LIME GREEN bridal shoes! How cool is that?! When Tracy and I walked in and saw those shoes...we knew it was going to be a fun day!

Stacey & Kevin had attended to every detail, and the details were awesome! From the lime green pocket handkerchiefs for the groomsmen to the photobooth at the reception...nothing was left unattended to.

The cathedral looked like it came right out of a storybook; the reception was at Union Terminal in Cinci...let me just say, it was a very nice to be a photographer that day!
















Tracy, I had a blast with you...thanks and you know I will join you anytime!

Dave & Melissa - June 28 . 2008 - Dayton, OH

Get ready for picture overload !!!! First, the ceremony:

Headed down the aisle:


The church:


My favorite pic of the day...blessing the couple.


The vows:


Yay!!! Married!


Now the people:











And, finally...the details:









Thanks again, Melissa and Dave, for letting me help on your special day. And, Tracy, I think you may have gotten me hooked!