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Monthly Archives: October 2009

Candles and More Candles

Don’t under estimate the power of candles at any event, especially your reception.  They offer a wonderful glow on your tables, they look great around your cake, you name it they’re simply the perfect addition to your reception.
Some friends of mine just happen to make the best ever candle decorations and more. Check them out...

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Think outside the box

While your wedding photographer has the experience needed to photograph your wedding, don’t rely on them to think the way you do. I do find some photographers are better at reading people and understanding what they want when it comes to photographs after the ceremony. However, they may fall short of your expectations.
Talk to your...

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Their First Dance? I don’t think so!

Obviously this isn’t their first dance. Once I saw this I just had to share it with everyone.
Quite entertaining!

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Getting to know your wedding photographer

Before signing any type of contract with a wedding photographer it’s best to get to know him/her. Ok already. I’m not talking about going out to lunch having everyone over to your place or anything like that. You just need to:
- Check out their website and review their work. If their website is doesn’t have...

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Selecting a Wedding Photographer

Congratulations your getting married!! Now the headaches begin. You have to choose a date, select a venue for the ceremony, a venue for the reception, caterer, cake, invitations, and what to wear! Oh crap. . . I almost forgot about the photographer.
When selecting a photographer the first thing you must do is answer some basic...

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Fun Shots

These two wedding photographs were fun to shoot. Of course the kids wanted to get into the mix, but by the time they were up on the pedestal everyone was breaking up and heading to the reception. . . Photoshop to the rescue!

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Why is the wedding ring worn on the 4th finger?

The chinese have the answer. . . maybe.
The thumb represents your Parents 
The index finger represents your brothers and sisters
The middle finger represents you
The ring finger represents your life partner
Finally the last (pinky) finger represents your children
Here’s a youtube video that puts it all together.  Ring Finger
Nice trick! However, there are other more plausible explanations.

Your ring finger...

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Getting to know the Bride and Groom

As a wedding photographer I always try and meet with the Bride and Groom before signing a contract. However, that’s not always possible. Many couples live outside of California, but want to come home for their wedding. I’m sure they  moved out of state to get away from Mom and Dad, but are forced to come back home since...

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So you need a wedding photographer – Price vs. Quality

One of the most asked questions I get as a wedding photographer in Northern California is “Why should I sign with you when someone is willing to charge much less for more hours coverage?”
There are several answers to that question.
1. They could be just starting out and need to get some weddings to build their...

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Wow. . . My first post!

Here’s my first blog post!!
I feel like I just bought a new car and am taking it for my first drive. Ok, not quite the same, but exciting nonetheless.
My goal is to post some photo’s from weddings and other events. I will include a little background on each picture and hopefully folks will give me...

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