Megan and Elwood

What can I say about Megan and Elwood? Anyone who knows them, even not very well, can see how vibrant and fun they are, and how much they absolutely adore each other. Shooting their wedding a week back just captured all that and more. We started with the girls having hair and make-up done at Megan and Elwood's house in Victorian Village - which, it turns out, I lived right around the corner from when I lived down there - then on to First Community Church in Marble Cliff. The reception was held at COSI with a great view of the downtown skyline. What a fun place for a wedding reception!

Isn't she beautiful?

I love this shot. And, if you recognize the stylist, it's probably because you saw her on the just-ended season of Shear Genius. This is "Gail from Columbus", as she was known on the show. She didn't make it to the end, but she did a fabulous job on everyone's hair for the wedding!

In the make-up chair.

Have to have faux lashes!

To entertain everyone, Megan brought out a gigantic box of photographs, which was a huge hit.

At the church, a couple quickie portraits in the sun-flooded bathroom.

A nice moment from the ceremony.

At COSI, on our way out to the veranda, I noticed this gorgeous bright orange wall. It was very vibrant, and a great match for our fun wedding party!

At last, a few minutes alone for some romantic portraits.

An overall of the canopies on the terrace at COSI.

Megan and Elwood had an eclectic menu, including Thai and Indian dishes. mmmm yum!!

And who doesn't like cake under glass? This was their cake, in the midst of the amazing dessert table.

As a surprise to Elwood, Megan had the OSU Alumni Band come and play some tunes. I love this silhouette shot of the trumpet against the last light of the evening sky. Elwood was very surprised at this fun gift.

I love this. Isn't this sweet?!

Megan and Dad's dance.

At the rehearsal the night before, all the guys showed up in loud Hawaiian shirts. The next day, the DJ followed suit.

The guests had a blast out on the terrace.

That tie used to be around this guy's neck!

Congratulations, Megan and Elwood!!

Happy Anniversary, Ilana and Michael!

A big congratulations goes out to Ilana and Michael, who were married one year ago yesterday at Congregation Beth Tikvah, with their fabulously fun reception at Hyatt Regency. Through Ilana I learned of Studio Fovero, where I now get my hair done, so in addition to all the great fun we had photographing their wedding, I gained an amazing stylist!

Here are a few images to mark their day:

Happy Anniversary, Ilana and Michael!!

Happy Anniversary, Shawnda and Billy!

I'd like to take a moment to send very happy anniversary wishes to Shawnda and Billy, who were married at the Spiritualist Christian Church one year ago yesterday. I remember we had a tornado warning right in the middle of the ceremony, which was a first, but the skies cleared by the time we made our way to the Greek Orthodox hall for the reception and we were able to do some portraits outside. What a lucky day! Congratulations, Shawnda and Billy!

Norma and Pete

Well, it's definitely been a season of "this is something I don't do everyday", first shooting the bull riding, and now continuing in that vein with some images from Norma and Pete's wedding last Saturday. I shoot weddings all the time, so you might be asking why I'm saying this is something I don't do everyday. Well, it's because, combined, Norma and Pete have graced this planet for 167 years. And what a lucky planet it's been for that time. Granted, I've known Norma and Pete only a very short time, but I am better for it. Never have I met two nicer people and it's obvious by the love shown to them by family and friends alike that I am not alone in that sentiment.

Please enjoy these images from Norma and Pete's wedding and luncheon at the Ohio State Bar Association.

Meeting at the "altar".

A funny moment during the ceremony.

An "overall" of the ceremony room.

The receiving line in the courtyard.

Yummy appetizer.

Calling everyone for group shots.

These women were absolutely delightful. Here, they are plotting their dessert table strategy.

Pete, announcing to all the guests that Norma would recite for them one of her many poems. Obviously, Norma had no idea this was coming.

But, she was a trooper, and regaled everyone with the most wonderful and entertaining recitation.

Guests enjoying the poem too.

Cutting the cake.

They're just so cute.

The fabulous dessert table. Norma's friend Gail did an amazing job preparing everything.

And Norma's friend, Janet, made the amazing floral arrangements. I don't think I've ever seen so many beautiful and unusual flowers all at one wedding. Janet has mad skills, definitely!

Congratulations, Norma and Pete!!

Happy Anniversary, Suzi and Adam!

I'd like to wish a very happy anniversary to Suzi and Adam who were married one year ago August 11 at St. Joseph Cathedral. Congratulations on celebrating one year of married life!!

Teresa and Bruce

Last week, I met up with Teresa and Bruce at the Ohio State Fair for a great evening of fun. They were up for just about anything, from riding the rides and playing games to even taking a spin on the mechanical bull!! We had an absolute blast together and here are some of the images to prove it:

Check out Bruce "talking on the cel phone" while he's "driving". Too funny!

The Sky Glider, my very favorite ride at the fair (and pretty much the only one I'll get on). I rode in the car in front of them. It was great - I love that ride!

The weather that day had been iffy and we weren't even sure we could go, but it ended up being very nice with these beautiful clouds and the nice light. This image is what I'd envisioned when we originally decided to go to the fair, so I'm glad it worked out! The evening sun gives everything that golden glow.

I love this shot.

I think this speaks for itself.

Teresa killed on the hit-the-balloon-with-a-dart game and won a little prize.

Practicing for the cake-cutting with french fries.

Nothing beats the time of night when there's barely any light in the sky, and with the dramatic clouds and the colorful lights it's all just magical-looking.

I love how they're framed by the ferris wheel with the warm glow of concession stand lights.

A very tall jester sharing a hug.

We had a really great time and I'm very much looking forward to Teresa and Bruce's wedding next May! Thanks, guys, for being great sports!