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Erin + Dan 10.24.08

November 18, 2008 Weddings

The big day for college sweethearts Erin and Dan had finally arrived. The couple had been planning for this day and Erin recants how she has been trying on her bridal gown for two years! The woman was ready! Erin and Dan exchanged their vows at Erins home parish, Saint Elizabeth of Hungary in Linden, NJ. A most beautiful church and the first time I’ve photographed a wedding there! We were then off for pictures on the campus of Rutgers College in New Brunswick, the place where their love bloomed! Erin and Dan wanted a picture on the College Ave University bus. Dan said he would be riding the bus daily for his visits with Erin. The couple celebrated all night at a reception at the Hyatt Regency in New Brunswick NJ

Erins mom was having a “moment” after seeing her daughter for the first time all dressed up!

Erins brother was able to attend her wedding before being deployed to Iraq for a second tour.

Professional Photographers Association Winner!

November 16, 2008 As seen in...

I don’t post all my winners but some are really special. The Professional Photographers Association (PPA), of which I’m a long time member had their first Cover Contest for their monthly publication “Professional Photographer”. They had over 50,000 entries from all around the world and one of my images came in third place. I think I did pretty good and I promise to do better next year. I want to thank Claudia Seyler for the amazing hair and makeup she did for the shoot. Without her remarkable talents the win would have not been possible. When it comes to great editorial shoots, it’s always a team effort!

Alisa + Frankie 10.18.08 (Part 4)

November 14, 2008 Weddings

In the final chapter of Alisa and Frankies remarkable Philadelphia wedding, we were off to Bellevue at Park Hyatt to Party the night away. Donna O’Brien of Beautiful Blooms did a marvelous job with the décor, flowers and lighting. The ballroom just glowed in golden opulence! Last Summer I photographed Alisas beautiful bridal shower at The Four Seasons Hotel in Philadelphia and you may remember the amazing Sylvia Weinstock Cake. As promised Alisa and Frankies wedding cake would not be shown up. Check out the 55″ Sylvia Weinstock wedding cake all with hand made candy flowers. WOW! As a real treat for their guests the couple had an appearance by the South Philly String Band Mummers Brigade. Red umbrellas were handed out for their guests to have a true Philly parade!

Alisa + Frankie 10.18.08 (Part 3)

November 12, 2008 Weddings

This was my first time shooting at The Navy Yard in Philadelphia. All I can say is WOW!!! What a great location… so dramatic!!! Alisa is employed by Urban Outfitters so we were able to get permission. We found beautiful spots all over the campus. Of course we had to do the classic Board Street Shot before the couple and their bridal entered the Bellevue at Park Hyatt for a most fabulous party!

The lovely bouquets were by Beautiful Blooms. Alisa tells me that the rosary on her bouquet was blessed by the Pope!

Alisa + Frankie 10.18.08 (Part 2)

November 11, 2008 On the side..., Weddings

I just thought I’d do a quick post of Alisa and Frankie’s ceremony at Saint Patrick’s Church in Philadelphia. This was my 3rd ceremony at Saint Patrick’s this year. It photographs so beautifully I’m sure that makes it such a popular choice for my Philadelphia couples. Stay tuned tomorrow for a very different location for portraits!