Monthly Archives: August 2008

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Yoga Time

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 I have to admit, since moving to Florida I have been terrible about being consistent in yoga practice.  In fact it’s been nil most of the times.  And I know my posture is getting worse but this confirms it….I must get back to yoga before I turn into a hunchback.  So thanks to my darling husband, I’ve now gotten a swift kick in the pants to get back practicing.

Lee & Yutaka ~ Wedding Virtual Album

I had fun putting together this together and I couldn’t believe how perfectly the music fit, especially the last song, “The Way You Look Tonight”.  I hope you enjoy it and please feel free to leave your comments below.

Lee & Yutaka

Thanks again Lee & Yutaka for selecting us to document your beautiful story.

Lee & Yutaka’s Fun, Elegant Reception

So here is part III of Lee & Yutaka’s wedding.  Enjoy!

I love this shot of the wedding party taking a break to catch an Olympic update!

Details, Details, Details and a Cool Sake Bar

So as promised, here are truly just a few of the amazing details from Lee & Yutaka’s wedding.  I was going to combine the details with the events of the reception but after posting all of these decided I’d do a Part III tomorrow.  I know it means waiting to see everyone doing shots at the sake bar, dancing, etc. but trust me, it’s worth it!  In the meantime, enjoy all the beautiful details and food.

And if you’re curious about all the fantastic people who made their wedding spectacular, here’s the list:

An Elegant Sunset Wedding for Lee & Yutaka

“Tennis brought them together and love will carry them for a lifetime.” - Me

I don’t even know where to begin when describing this amazing, caring couple.  From the moment we met them they were energetic, fun and warm.  Ford & I have enjoyed every moment with them and walked away from their wedding feeling as if we had just documented memories not just for wonderful clients but for friends. 

They had friends and family travel from all over the globe for their beautiful, intimate wedding at the Sarasota Ritz Beach Club.   And the details are amazing.  She and Nicole Kaney planned everything perfectly and left no detail forgotten.  In fact, there are so many fantastic details that you’ll have to stop by tomorrow to see all of them.  I did add a few now but if you want to see the majority of them, which trust me you do, then stop by tomorrow for Part II. 

The very adorable flower girl, Samantha enjoyed a little TV before hair and make-up.

First look was perfect.  In fact, Yutaka actually took a peek he was so anxious to see Lee.

He couldn’t stop smiling all day.

Yutaka’s two nephews visiting from Tokyo.

The beautiful flower girls.

So tomorrow is details, details, details plus here’s a sneak peak of the rest of the day’s events…………..

Enjoy and I look forward to sharing so much more tomorrow!!

Inspiration for our New Site & Brand

Two films, both out for several years, are visually beautiful and inspiring to me.   Pride & Prejudice, besides being one of my favorite films ever, has such gorgeous light.  It is inspiring to see how the director Joe Wright and the DP Roman Osin, captured the soft, warm glow of light. I can watch the movie over and over and be moved to see the light more; to capture the light from different angles to create different moods.  It’s something that as photographers we know and have learned but I think it’s something we constantly grow with and study.
Pride & Prejudice
Pride and Prejudice
The other film that has inspired me and caused me to grow as an artist is Marie Antoinette by Sophia Coppola is a fantastic director and as an artist I love how she captures mood and emotion. 
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Marie Antoinette
Marie Antoinette
Marie Antoinette
Marie Antoinette
I think as artist our styles and inspirations are growing and changing.  This is what moves me at the moment…..refined soft & muted color, soft pure light that seems to gently kiss the check and modern too. 

Fly Away Photography + Contest = Free Destination Wedding Photography

We have received some great stories and appreciate everyone who has taken the time to submit.  But for those of you who still would like to tell us why you deserve free destination wedding photography, get your stories into us soon.  The contest ends on 8/23 @ midnight.  It doesn’t have to be an extensive story just a brief explanation.  We look forward to hearing from more of you!  And if you’d like all the nitty gritty details, here’s the link:

Free Destination Wedding Photography Contest

And of course, if you’ve never visited Fly Away Photography Blog, it’s a must.  It’s ALL about destination weddings, honeymoons and some great travel photography.  Lots of ideas and inspirations!

Sexy is Back!

Nicole and Dustin hit the streets of Ybor City with us this past weekend.  We had so much fun with them again this year.  We laughed, they posed, we laughed some more and somehow they managed to squeeze in some kisses.  We had so many to choose from but we like the way these images tell a story.  Now the question is, what do you think the story is?

Competition in This Match Equals LOVE

We did a fun session this weekend with Lee & Yutaka.  They are so warm and sweet.  Not to mention they were game for pretty much anything.   We had such a great time with them and we can’t wait for their amazing and very unique wedding coming up.   Lee & Yutaka are serious about tennis 

[caption id="attachment_445" align="aligncenter" width="700" caption="relaxing on Sunday afternoon"]The question is, whose the tougher competitor?
she's a tough competitor

 

what a gorgeous couple

 

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Lee & Yutaka cool off in the fountain

Lee & Yutaka relax on the grass

so in love and so cute - Lee & Yutaka relax on the grass

 

 

 

Ford + Shannon = Gondola Ride by the Fabulous Alison McIntyre

We met Alison, Rochelle’s cousin, in Venice, Italy and had a great time chatting with her.  She loves photography, so of course many times, while heading to the rehearsal dinner, we were side by side, photographing another great building or details on a wall. 

Well it’s funny because we get so focused at times that we never know when guests are snapping pictures of us.  Actually she was getting Rochelle & Massimo on the gondola but did a great job of getting us in action.  And I have to say, I love this shot because it shows all the excitement around them but they’re so obviously lost in each other; so unaware of us or everyone on the bridge. 

Ford & Shannon Steeves Working on Venice Italy Gondola

So bravo Alison for a great shot!  And thanks for sharing it with us!!

AJAXed with AWP