Congratulations Jamie and Brian

Saturday the rains cleared and became a wonderful day for Jamie and Brian's wedding. We started with the girls getting ready and then went to Mt. Echo Park for some fun formals. It was a bit windy and I love how her veil kept blowing in the breeze. Jamie looked stunning in her dress. The ceremony was beautiful at St. Theresa of Avila. One of my favorite moments of the day was seeing how lovingly Brain looked at Jamie when they came together at the altar. I also love how in the ceremony photos you can see the rays of sunlight streaming into the sanctuary. After the ceremony we went to Twin Lanterns for their reception. When we arrived we found many wonderful details. They had a signature drink (a Cosmo with a flower on top) and an engagement signing album. Their families and friends were such fun people and you could really see that at the reception! I loved seeing their surprise for the groom with fake mustaches and all. Thanks to everybody there for making this wedding and reception so festive and fun! Jamie and Brian, I hope you are having a wonderful honeymoon - you two were so great!

Jocelyn from Zoe Custom Cosmetics did a wonderful job (as always) on Jamie's makeup. I love how she enhanced Jamie's natural beauty and made her look stunning. Jamie's beautiful hair was done by Paragon Salon.

The flowers were designed by Vine Street Flower Company. They were so simply elegant with their soft colors.

Jamie's dress is a Maggie Sottero gown that she found at Bridal and Formal. The bridesmaids dresses came from Bridal House. And also, a special thank you to Limousine Associates for all the great and timely transportation.

The beautiful and super tasty cake was designed by Cake Creations.

The DJs from SchloMotion DJ service sure kept everybody having fun on the dance floor!

Jen and Ron's Coffee Table Album

Jen came and picked up her awesome coffee table album earlier this week. I just love how the design is simple and beautiful. All of our albums are designed to be one of a kind without the use of templates. After their wedding images were online I designed their album and then let them decide if they needed any changes. They loved the album just they way it was!

Honoring Mothers

Mother's Day is fast approaching. If you are looking for something that she will really love and treasure forever - buy her a gift certificate for a portrait session.

In honor of mothers I would like to present a contest. I am giving away one portrait session and a print credit to one lucky mother. To nominate your wife, mother, sister or friend just send me a quick email and tell me what makes her so special. The only rules are that the session must take place before September in the Cincinnati area and that she will let us share her name and a few favorites from the session (typical blog fun).

Susan and Rob, Engagement

Susan and Rob were so much fun to hang out with on Monday for their engagement session. Spring Grove was such a wonderful backdrop. It looked like it might rain before we got there but then the sun kept coming out. (Only 15 minutes after we were finished it started pouring rain while I was driving home - we lucked out big time!) Both Susan and Rob were such great sports with some of my silly posing requests. They really were so natural with how loving they are together. I can't wait to photograph their wedding in Dayton in the fall.