Jennifer Rick's Back Yard Wedding

I guess it's a blessing that I've been so busy this year. That is both good and bad for blogging- good because there's a lot to blog, bad because you get to see the photoshoots months later! This is Jen and Andy's wedding that I photographed on August 8th of this year. Charity Murtorff (aka my dork face) did the special effects and retouching for me with our handy dandy Totally Rad Actions made by the Boutwells. Thank you Charity for your help!The ceremony was very sweet and full of laughter and joy. Married!

Here's the best part- photographing the bride...
Jen has this killer look she does with her eyes.

Congratulations! We miss you Jen. Take good care of her Andy!

The Boling Gray Wedding

This weekend last year, Emily and Steven were married. I never had a chance to post their photos so I though now was as good a time as any. I ran into Emily's parents who said they are doing wonderfully.

I love when couples have photo requests!
It poured rain that day so we stayed mostly indoors.

But Emily insisted that she throw on a rain coat and brave the rain for just a few shots.

One of my favorite ring shots of all time.

Happy anniversary you two!

October Sun

As a person contstantly focused on visual perceptions of light and color- I am taken back by the beauty around me here in Carlisle at the height of the fall season. The late afternoon October sun is beautiful. Here's my little man, looking dapper- like an American Eagle model. Tomorrow we are hosting a Halloween Party for AJ and his friends (Maya too). I'm excited. It's so mom (and 30) of me to throw a party for my child for my birthday- and not mind:)

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

In honor of breast cancer awareness month, I am donating 10% of my sales to the Susan G. Komen foundation. I was inspired by the woman who makes these beautiful necklaces- Lu, of Artistic Works by Lu. She is donating $10 to research for the cure for each necklace she sells. Contact Maggie at maggie@artisticworksbylu.com if you are interested in purchasing one of these beauties.

Pumpkin Carving

This year my husband, Dave, wanted to carve a pumpkin representing each of us. Starting on the left is Maya, AJ, me, and Dave. I caught a lot of flack for following a pattern and taking my time on my pumpkin from Dave. AJ just loves it though- he told me that taking my time would really pay in the long run.

It didn't take much time, it's just really fragile.

PennTrack XC Races

Just the other week, I phtoographed for PennTrack XC here in Carlisle for a meet. Here are some of the top runners. You can find the rest of my photos and other coverage here.This was the top female varsity runner for the day. Here is her smile as she looks back at her time crossing the finish line.

Although it rained at the end of the races, I took some shots of the awardees- and this fun shot.

Leukemia Lymphoma Society

First of all, I'd like to announce that for the month of October, I have decided to donate 10% of my product sales to Breast Cancer Research. I'm also working on several Pet Day Photoshoots in the area to help out local non-profit animal organizations.

Second, I'd like to pass along an email I recieved the other day from my college roommate who loves to run and has been getting involved with several big races, such as the Boston Marathon and many others.

She writes: When I was choosing my next race, I wanted to race for something bigger than myself, so I chose to race with Team in Training to raise funds for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society (LLS).
On January 10th I will be running the Walt Disney World Marathon in the hopes that my efforts will help cure blood cancers. I would love your support in trying to reach my goal of exceeding $3800 for the cause. Here is the link to my website
http://pages.teamintraining.org/md/wdw10/mbliss5lew
I am personally touched by the LLS after loosing my brother, Andy, in 1992 to Leukemia. If you have the time and a little bit of money, please visit her page to make a donation to help her reach her goal and so we can find a cure for this devistating disease.

On a much happier note, how awesome will it be to run a marathon through Disney World?! And because every post looks better with a photo- here is a photo I took the other day of Maya- full photoshoot to come.

MacKenzie's Senior Portraits

AJ and Maya

I know everyone is having a little AJ and Maya withdrawl...

The Hodge's 50th Wedding Anniversary

I have known the Hodges for 2 years now. Ruth has hired me for a good number of events at Shiloh Baptist Church in Carlisle. I've really enjoyed the relationship I've made with all the amazing people at that church. On September 26th, 2009, Ruth and Mark celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary and I was there to capture it all. Ruth bought this hat before all the planning really began, then built the whole event around this hat. There were a few objections to the hat from others because you couldn't see her eyes when she wore it. But it was very much Ruth's style and I loved it.The groom getting preparted.I really enjoyed hearing people talk throughout the night about how Ruth and Mark are an example of how a married couple should be. An example of how we should love each other.

Marital role models.Their wedding party was so large I had to stand on the third pew to get this photo. Many of the people in their orriginal wedding party were able to be there, 50 years later. Her brother walked her down the isle both times. This time her children and grandsons were welcome additions to the wedding party. Everything was gold, even Ruth's nails. She paid close attention to every little detail. My kind of bride :)

This is her grandson, Andrew, singing a blessing. He is in a very popular boys choir and he sings like an angel. He's got a great name too.

I could not get over this cake!

This headpiece was on loan from a friend. A golden beaded queen's crown.

Possibly one of my favorite shots ever.

This is their wedding album from 1959.

Their photographer worked at the US Army War College as a photographer- Dick Nail, now deceased. This event was all about tradition. In case you're not aware, I am one of the photographers for the USAWC.
50 years later. Still going strong.
Congratulations you two! I'll plan to be there on your 75th!