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Stephanie and Andre, Engaged | Wittenberg University Engagement Photography
November 2, 2011
Sometimes, I feel like I spend most of a shoot chasing a particular image. I might know what that image is ahead of time, or it might occur to me on location. It may be very specific, or it may be something less tangible; having to do with personality or the way two people interact with one another.
In the case of weddings and engagements, my goal is to come back with images that really reflect the love shared by two people who have found their partner in life. Unless we model for a living, it’s difficult for most of us to “be our best selves” in front of a camera. I say “our best selves” because, after all, these shoots are about capturing the best of our love. Dinner together after a long day at work may be one of countless moments in which a lifelong love is defined, but it’s usually not an interesting setting for a picture. 
Which brings us to Wittenberg University in Springfield, Ohio one cold, overcast morning in October. The first image below, to the right, is precisely one that I felt like I was chasing. It reflects something very special about their relationship. And I’m happy for their happiness. 
The rest, I really like too.
I can’t wait for your wedding – see y’all soon! 
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God’s Softbox
October 25, 2011
Assuming that the photo is in focus and that one is taking a picture of something “interesting,” there is arguably no greater component to the photograph than lighting. Photographer Joe McNally refers to the “language of light” when discussing the way that lighting influences the mood and emotion of a photograph. I would go so far as to say lighting defines a photo.
When holding a camera in my hands (and often when not), I spend unhealthy amounts of time obsessing about the light, whether working with the available light or supplying my own. But every once in awhile, nature just hands it to you in perfect form. No assembly required. Just click and enjoy.
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Sharlene and Zack, Engaged | at THE Ohio State University ;)
October 24, 2011
I met Sharlene and Zack at Starbucks … which is a great way for me to start any shoot. We talked for a few about their upcoming wedding, their engagement (while touring Greece!) and their vision for their pictures. While I first got to know Sharlene as a new member of the family (she is the daughter of my wife’s cousin), I hadn’t met Zack or gotten to know their relationship outside of a few Facebook posts. In the following couple of hours, I came to realize very quickly that they are very sweet, laid back and fun together. I assume they are these things individually as well, but I know for a fact that they are these things while together. You want proof? So glad you asked. Here are a few of my favorites from our engagement session at THE Ohio State University.
Congratulations on your engagement and I can’t wait for your wedding, which will be here before you know it! See you soon!
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Rachel and Tommy, Married | Columbus Ohio Wedding Photography
October 8, 2011
Rachel and Tommy put on a simply beautiful wedding, marrying at the chapel at St. Charles with the reception following at the Franklin Park Conservatory. I must also say, I appreciated that they scheduled nearly an hour to take portraits afterward! Here are a quick few of my faves:
Thank you, Rachel and Tommy, for allowing me to share in your big day! A lifetime of love and happiness to you both!
Thank you also to Dina of Scarlet City Events for doing an amazing job of coordinating the day!
Check out their full galleries!
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Abbey and Steve, Married | Dayton Ohio Wedding Photography
September 22, 2011
Abbey and Steve were married in Dayton … and they put on one AMAZING wedding. I wish I could put into words how much fun I had shooting with them and their family and friends. Here are a few of my faves:
Soooo … a little bit of back story on this one. They planned a really, really awesome first dance and surprised virtually everyone of their friends and family with it. They came out to a Colbie Callait song and then went into Footloose.
Even better, if that were possible. Abbey surprised EVERYONE with a song for Steve – her rendition of Heaven is a Place on Earth. I tried, but the pictures truly do not do these moments justice!
Thanks so much for sharing your wedding day with me! A lifetime of love and happiness to you both!!
And a big thanks to the uber talented and all-round awesome person, Shannon Sano for second shooting with me!
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