tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-39410539131307536732024-03-17T01:50:40.411-04:00Studio222 Photography | BLOG | The modern photography expertsStudio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.comBlogger216125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-19435120417921366112009-08-12T15:07:00.002-04:002009-08-12T15:09:35.226-04:00WE HAVE MOVED<center>Hello everyone! Thanks for stopping by! Our blog has moved and we will no longer be posting on this one. <br />From now on, please visit us at: <a href="http://www.studio222photography.com/blog">www.studio222photography.com/blog</a>.<br /><br />Please update your readers, bookmarks, and links! We look forward to seeing you over at our new address. ;)<br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2489/3814843633_3ce76525fc.jpg"/></center>Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-19430408775848614392009-08-03T14:22:00.000-04:002009-08-03T14:22:00.323-04:00Featured... Florida Brides BlogToday we were featured on the Florida Bride's Blog and couldn't be happier about it. Danielle does such a wonderful job showcasing local wedding professionals and we feel so honored to be included. They chose to show off <a href="http://the222blog.blogspot.com/2009/07/katie-michael-destination-wedding-at.html">Katie and Michael's Disney wedding</a> (because you don't get more Florida than that!) and gushed over her gorgeous pink and lavender details. We would feel oh so loved if everyone would pop on over <a href="http://floridabridesblog.com/real-florida-wedding/real-florida-disney-wedding.html">there</a> and leave us some love on their feature! Thanks friends!<br /><br /><br /><center><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2539/3785124217_18b43d41fb_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;"><a href="http://floridabridesblog.com/real-florida-wedding/real-florida-disney-wedding.html"/>click here to go see the feature</a></span><br /></center><br /><br />I'm not sure we've ever been this slow posting on the blog and I'm starting to feel like such a slacker but we've literally been spending every free moment working with our talented designer behind the scenes to get everything for our new blog ready to roll. It is finally coming together and is so close that I can taste it. I'm so excited about the updated format and all the new features we will have included! It's been something that Nate and I had been wanting for a while but we just didn't have the means to get it accomplished and thanks to our amazing designer we are now able to bring it all together. <br /><br />But, I've got to admit, I'm holding out on you all, beloved readers, because I want to save it all for the new blog once it launches. That means I've got all kinds of pictures waiting and ready to show off but I'm waiting until the new blog goes live to do it. Some of the things on deck are...<br /><br />A gorgeous wedding at the elegant Grand Bohemian Hotel<br />A bright and beautiful country club wedding<br />A country styled engagement session<br />A steamy elopement/trash the dress at Wekiva Springs<br />News about our feature in Professional Photographer Magazine<br />A look at our first ever magazine COVER!<br />Weekly posts by Nate himself ;)<br /><br />And so much more :)<br /><br />Stay tuned...we'll be announcing it soon and giving everyone the new address. <br /><br />Love and Changes,<br />Becka & NateStudio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-79300771702262658692009-07-30T14:22:00.002-04:002009-07-30T14:22:00.877-04:00On Magic...Do you have a song? Nate and I have a few. We wrote love letters to each other in the form of song lyrics for a long time (and still do every now and then). One of our favorites was called <span style="font-style:italic;">You Are Mine</span> by our favorite band, Mute Math. For some reason, this image reminds me of it. You can hear it for yourself <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q7uySVC7uCk">here</a>.<br /><br /><br /><center><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2437/3771897093_51bcccfdea_o.jpg"/><br /></center><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">*We are working behind the scenes on an updated version of our blog. Blog 2.0, if you will. Bear with us as posting will be light for the next week or two as we work to get everything transitioned and ready. We've been wanting to do this for a while and finally got the chance. The new blog will have lots of new features (including having Nate writing more!), a new look, and will make it easier for you to read along and comment. :)</span>Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-79754102813848103082009-07-29T14:22:00.000-04:002009-07-29T14:22:00.586-04:00How2: Website Sneak PeakJust a quick sneak peak of our soon-to-launch How2 site. Thank you to everyone who came out last Sunday to our first clinic. We had such an AMAZING time and can't wait to do it again. <br /><br /><center><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2460/3768863537_70314dcf95_o.jpg"/></center><br /><br />...coming soon ;)Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-37652591104558185242009-07-28T02:22:00.001-04:002009-07-28T12:00:12.661-04:00The Hays' Personal Portraits Sessions: Sneak PeakCelebration | Florida<br /><br />A few months ago I had the pleasure of meeting Trisha Hay. We actually met because we had both contacted <a href="http://www.thinksplendid.com/">Liene Stevens</a> and were trying to help her set up a workshop here in Orlando. (Which, if you are an entrepreneur, you should attend!) Trisha is an extremely talented graphic artist who's resume includes Disney, the Engage conferences, Sean Low, and soon... a new logo for us! ;)<br /><br />In her spare time she runs the oh-so-delightful blog, <a href="http://www.blackwhitebliss.com/">Black White Bliss</a>, bringing gorgeous design inspiration to the screen every week! When Trisha and I met up again for a local mixing of young professionals we knew we had to schedule a personal portrait session for her to get some new bio pictures for her website and blog. Her husband, who is talented architect (how cool are they as a couple? I mean come on!) also joined in to get some frames for himself. And since we did both their sessions at the same time, we forced them to take a few cuddly shots together. ;)<br /><br />You can follow both of them on twitter here: <br /><a href="http://twitter.com/trishahay">Trisha Hay</a><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/NewUrbArchitect">Brandt Hay</a><br /><br /><center><br />Black White Bliss ;)<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2560/3765337215_1eaa667215_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2436/3766131944_bac6427e1e_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2620/3766132052_c8ca714478_o.jpg"/><br /><br /></center><br /><span style="font-style:italic;"><br />Personal Portrait Sessions are a great and budget-friendly way for you to get some fun, professional updated photos of yourself for your business, website, resume, or just because without the price tag of our regular portrait sessions. Fill out our contact form at the top of the page to learn more to to book your own!</span>Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-5207559833724896712009-07-24T02:22:00.005-04:002009-07-24T11:21:10.810-04:00Du Jour...<center><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2668/3752540526_b7f3259459_o.jpg"><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">photo du jour, a nod to the oh so talented <a href="http://www.jeffnewsom.com/">Jeff Newsom</a></span></center><br /><br />In leu of Five Senses Friday, I thought I'd sing you the ABC's instead.... <br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">A - Age:</span> I'm 24. Nate is 26. I've decided that I'm going to have a big birthday party this year (quarterlife crisis and all). And rum cake. Definitely rum cake. <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">B - Bed size:</span> Queen. One day I'd love to upgrade but right now buying a new mattress is low on the priority list. (Directly under file receipts and go to the dentist.) <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">C - Chore you hate</span>: We both hate vacuuming. Which is handy since we just moved into a condo with zero carpet. Victory dance!<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">D - Dog's name:</span> Between the condo association's rules and our busy schedule, we just can't swing it right now.<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">E - Essential start your day item</span>: Coffee with delicious creamer. My favorite is the Belgium Chocolate Tofee. Nate likes Vanilla.<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">F - Favorite color(s):</span> Right now I'm loving jewel tones and neutral earthy colors. Nate loves royal blue. <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">G - Gold or Silver:</span> Neither of us wear a lot of jewelry. <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">H - Height</span>: I'm 5'3 and Nate is 6'2. <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">I - Instruments you play:</span> Nate is an amazing drummer. Melt-your-face-off-amazing. Not even kidding. <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">J - Job title:</span> CEO ;)<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">K - Kitchen wish list:</span> A magnetic knife strip. Those are fancy. <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">L - Living arrangements:</span> Currently in a small condo in downtown Orlando. <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">M - Moment you'll never forget:</span> Nate <a href="http://the222blog.blogspot.com/2009/06/proposal.html">stealth-proposing</a> on our cruise ;)<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">N - Nicknames:</span> I just realized that I haven't called Nate by his old nickname in about a year. What happened to that?<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">O - Overnight hospital stay:</span> I've never been in the hospital *knock on wood like 15 times* <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">P - Pet Peeve(s):</span> Double standards. Can't even stand em. Oh and passive aggression, seriously just tell us what's wrong. <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Q - Quote</span>: "When life hands you lemons, make grape juice. Then sit back and watch the world wonder how you did it." That was my daily mantra for over a year! I still love it. <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">R - Right or left handed:</span> Right. <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">S - Siblings:</span> Me-None Nate- 1 sister<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">T - Time you wake up:</span> Too early because Nate sets his alarm to go off every 15 minutes starting an hour and a half before he actually needs to be up. (See the coffee response listed above)<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">U - Underwear:</span> Under there! <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">V - Vegetable you dislike:</span> Okra. Nate hates green beans. Even though I make the most AMAZING green bean casserole, he refuses to eat it. Seriously people, it's divine. <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">W - Workout style:</span> Running, wii fit, yoga<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">X - X-rays you've had:</span> Teeth? I don't know about Nate. Does that make me a bad fiance?<br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Y - Yesterday's best moment:</span> Nate cleaned the kitchen (which was a war zone) and made us both the most delicious pasta dinner ever. There was a picture on <a href="http://twitter.com/BeckaKnight222">twitter</a>. <br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Z - Zoo favorite(s): </span>We both love animal watching. And taking our cameras! Zoo date anyone? <br /><br /><br />Love and FRIDAYS,<br />Becka & NateStudio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-22734618516805526232009-07-23T14:22:00.002-04:002009-07-23T14:22:00.645-04:00Gorgeous Custom StationERY (remember "e" for "eyecandy")If weddings were Anthropologie, the stationery would be the window displays. And we <span style="font-style:italic;">all</span> know how good those are.There are so many styles out there right now and I thought I'd share three of the most popular with you today from some talented friends of mine... <br /><br /><center><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2466/3748595749_9caf74f278_o.jpg"/><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">(images from the artists, clockwise from top: Anna @ <a href="hhttp://rifledesign.com/events/">Rifle Weddings & Events</a>, Sarah & Lisa @ <a href="http://www.orangeblossomink.com/">Orange Blossom Ink</a>, Laura @ <a href="www.immeasurablymor.com">Immeasurablymor</a>)<br /></span></center><br /><br />The first (we'll start at the top and work our way around) is a hand painted style. Anna Bond of Rifle Design creates these exquisite masterpieces by hand, crafting whimsical scenes customized for the bride and groom. I am head over heels in love with everything she does. I love the style, the storytelling, the romance of it all. Le swoon. <br /><br />Second is a more modern, but still custom, look. This set was designed by the ultra-talented team at Orange Blossom Ink. I adore the arrangement of words in this invitation and the pop of color in the envelopes. I love when graphic designers create intricate designs just by the arranging of words and I think this is a perfect example of something chic, modern, and fun. <br /><br />The bottom design was sent to me from one of our oh-so-fabulous upcoming brides, Emily. It's a perfect example of another popular style which is to include your engagement images in your stationery. Emily had her "Save The Date" cards designed using the images from her <a href="http://the222blog.blogspot.com/2009/05/emily-matt-downtown-orlando-engagement_21.html">downtown engagement session</a>. Laura from Immeasurablymore did a great job of incorporating Emily's wedding colors and the historical feel of the wedding location into these. <br /><br />Now I need to get to dreaming up an idea for Nate's and my stationery. Do I even need one if our wedding is going to be out of the country? Maybe I'll make one for our party when we get back. Give me some ideas people! And go check out those amazingly talented artists' sites! <br /><br />Want more? Here are two more of my favorite graphic artists currently designing for weddings and other events (that means you baby shower, baby announcement, bridal shower, bachelorette party, etc...)<br />. <a href="http://www.mewpaperarts.com/">Mew Paper Arts</a><br />. <a href="http://www.ashleybrookedesigns.com/">Ashley Brooke Designs</a><br /><br /><br />Love and eye-candy, <br />Becka & NateStudio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-4728568491804557082009-07-22T02:22:00.001-04:002009-07-22T15:21:15.163-04:00On Nutella Ice Cream and Quality Time...Yesterday Nate called and asked me if I would go to the store and get some ingredients to make chocolate chip walnut cookies with him. It was an unusual request because, while I adore baking, Nate has never really asked to bake anything with me. Cooking, yes, but baking...not so much. "Why babe?" I asked. "Because I want to do something different with you tonight."<br />That was enough for me. I decided to pick up provisions for ice cream too. We have an ice cream maker but have never actually made ice cream from scratch. <br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Quality time ensued...<br /></span><br />"Can I mix it now?"<br />"No you can't mix it with all the flour in it. You have to use the wooden spoon."<br />"Why?"<br />"Could you imagine what it would look like to put those spinning beaters in this bowl of flour? POOF! (I then begin miming an epic flour explosion with my hands and face.) Is this your first time baking?"<br />"No, I baked with my mom when I was little."<br />"Was your favorite part mixing with the beaters?"<br />"No, she wouldn't let me do it."<br />"Why?"<br />"Because I always made a big mess."<br />"Makes sense."<br /><br />"Did you like the ice cream and the cookies?" I asked. <br />"They were my second favorite." He replied.<br />"Which one was your second favorite?" <br />"Both... My favorite part of the night was just spending time with you."<br /><br /><br /><center><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2462/3746530954_7f238b86e5_o.jpg"/></center><br /><br />We thought we'd share the ice cream recipe because it was really fantastic. It is from the show Everyday Italian by Cutie McCuteface, <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/chocolate-hazelnut-gelato-recipe/index.html">Giada De Laurentiis</a>.<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />2 c. whole milk<br />1 c. heavy cream<br />3/4 c. sugar<br />4 egg yolks<br />1/2 tsp. vanilla<br />1/2 c. Nutella<br /><br />1. In a saucepan combine the milk, cream, and 1/2 cup sugar over medium heat. Cook until the sugar dissolves, (about 5 minutes).<br /><br />2. In a medium bowl beat the egg yolks with the remaining 1/2 cup sugar using an electric mixer until the eggs have become thick and pale yellow (about 4 minutes). <br /><br />3. Pour 1/2 cup of the warm milk and cream mixture into the egg mixture and stir. Add this mixture back into the saucepan. Cook over very low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture becomes thick enough to coat the back of a wooden spoon, (about 7 to 10 minutes).<br /><br />4. Place a strainer over a medium bowl and pour the warm custard mixture through the strainer. Stir in the vanilla and Nutella until it dissolves. Chill mixture completely before pouring into an ice cream maker and follow manufacturer's instructions to freeze. (You cam make it without an ice cream maker. Just pour the mix into a container and freeze 6-8 hours, stirring every few hours.)<br /><br /><br /><br />Love and desserts,<br />Becka & NateStudio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-48099234431340523832009-07-21T14:22:00.003-04:002009-07-21T14:22:00.130-04:00An Unexpected Surprise...Do you remember Bonnie and Steve? How can you not? Their lovely faces were splattered all over our blog and website for months! Not only did we shoot them 4 times. (Yup, 4) But we shot them out of the normal order, causing much confusion amongst our avid blog readers. (Do we have avid blog readers? Are you there? Chirp. Chirp.) We shot a <a href="http://the222blog.blogspot.com/2008/09/steve-bonnie-sneak-peak.html">bridal/day after/trash the dress session</a> with them in St. Augustine. Then we shot an <a href="http://the222blog.blogspot.com/2008/11/steve-bonnie-whole-family.html">engagement session</a> for them and their pups in Baldwin Park. Then we shot their <a href="http://the222blog.blogspot.com/2009/01/steve-bonnie-wedding.html">wedding reception in Celebration</a> (they eloped in St. Lucia all private-like). And lastly, we shot their after party later that night. The other day I received an email from Bonnie asking for our new address because she had something she wanted to send us. What? For us? I've been like a kid waiting for Christmas, checking the mail everyday for the surprise. And finally, we got it...<br /><br />I squeeled with delight as soon as I saw the buttons of the darling packaging. Nate looked at me in confusion. "Those are Anthropologie buttons!" I squeeled again, "I'd know them anywhere!" (I imagine that I respond to Anthropologie buttons the same way most women respond to the infamous blue Tiffany's box.) An engagement gift?! Bonnie and Steve, you melt my heart with your thoughtfulness!<br /><br /><br /><center><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3028/3742311609_c9de33c6cf_o.jpg"/><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">stock image from anthropologie.com<br /></span></center><br /><br />How absolutely and utterly fantastic are these towels? There are three and they are embroidered with little birds falling in love, getting married, and then having little birdlets. I just love them. Related: Anthropologie revamped their website recently. It looks great. Check it out: <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com">Anthro</a>.<br /><br /><br /><br />Love and presents,<br />Becka & NateStudio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-3421100440439944282009-07-20T14:22:00.003-04:002009-07-20T14:33:34.446-04:00Katie & Michael: Destination Wedding at Disney's Sea Breeze Point<a href="http://www.disneyweddings.go.com/site/wed/int/cer/location/index.jsp?styleName=style01">SeaBreaze Point</a> | Disney Boardwalk | Florida<br /><br />From Chicago to Orlando they came. With purple and pink flower petals. With a quick hello from Donald and Daisy Duck. A violinist was playing songs from my childhood on repeat and I found myself humming, "A whole new world..." as I heard the shutter clicks and I realized how much I wanted to watch the movie, Aladdin. Too bad I only have it on VHS. We don't have a VHS player. (Do they still make VHS players?)<br /><br />Seriously though, when I think of my childhood, I think of Disney movies. I had (have) them memorized. Prince Charming (Or Prince Eric, he was my favorite) and a doe-eyed girl. A damsel in distress or a strong-willed princess (Work it Jasmine!) Disney was a big part of my formative years. So it's fun, now, to see it come full circle. From imaginary childhood worlds, to this romantic and magical day when two new friends become one and we get to capture it for the ages. One day, their grandchildren will look through these images. They will laugh at how old the fashions look and will say "Grandma, you were hot!" and they'll giggle. A little girl will swoon and say "Grandpa, it's soooo romantic!" And then maybe they'll ask to watch Cinderella, because Disney is now on their brains. And a new generation of dreamers and lovers of love will begin to grow.<br /><br /><center><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2454/3739211841_ce1fd1819b_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2583/3738741679_c6b561487a_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3485/3738741751_c7f15d1bd6_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3450/3739535414_3f69dd6be7_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2501/3739535686_72c624f400_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3420/3739535874_bdfc8f646f_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2421/3738742529_38e128f53c_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2675/3738742815_18f34b8116_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3437/3738743033_61fe5d6442_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3459/3738743287_f3b2e3df13_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Donald cracks me up in this one...<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2663/3739537180_81112f45aa_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2557/3739537382_e74f460bf5_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3467/3739537576_553494cc83_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2651/3738744283_c2e7e32396_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3485/3738744363_d05a0ef639_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2551/3739538032_ed118d3fcc_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Mouse shoes by <a href="http://www.marcjacobs.com/">Marc Jacobs</a><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3496/3739538156_227896ec1f_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3536/3739539482_47df9be316_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3522/3739539570_1b1ee801b8_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2471/3738746185_75832e2803_o.jpg"/><br /></center><br /><br />Ceremony: <a href="http://www.disneyweddings.go.com/site/wed/int/cer/location/index.jsp?styleName=style01">SeaBreaze Point</a>, Disney Boardwalk<br />Coordinator: Amy Riendeau with Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings <br />Reception: <a href="http://www.swandolphinrestaurants.com/bluezoo/">Bluezoo Restaurant</a><br />Gown: <a href="http://www.jasminebridal.com"/>Jasmin Bridal</a>, House of Brides, Chicago<br />Hair & Makeup: <a href=" http://www.lejeune-pca.com/">Patricia LeJeune</a>Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-80075899475223075412009-07-17T14:22:00.004-04:002009-07-22T13:26:27.233-04:00Five Senses Friday... (Volume 2)Hello loves! It's Friday and Nate and I couldn't be more excited! We get to see Nate's family this weekend to celebrate his Dad's 60th birthday and he's been talking about it all week. He loves getting to go home to St. Augustine and see his parents, sister, and nephews more than anything. I know part of him wishes he lived closer to them so he could see them all the time, especially the boys. He loves his nephews so much and would literally quit his job and stay at home playing xbox and volleyball with them all day, every day if he could. He's gonna be such a cute dad one day. I digress...<br /><br />It's Friday and I'm excited to bring you volume 2 of Five Senses Friday. (I'm really starting to like these). Basically, 5 Senses Friday is just a summary of the best things from the day or the week. I jumped on the bandwagon after seeing it on <a href="http://modish.typepad.com/">Modish</a>, who got the idea from <a href="http://abbytrysagain.typepad.com/abbytryagain/five-senses-friday"/>Abby Try Again</a>. ;)<br /><br /><center><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3446/3729070751_13c0586381_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2483/3729070837_c0063297c1_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3465/3729871830_e0a3453aa6_o.jpg"/><br /></center><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">touching:</span></span><br />The <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/10103314">bubbly blanket</a> separating the lava hot laptop from the skin of my legs. This is day 2 of working in the living room. After 3 14-hour days in the office I needed a change of space. Sue me. (No don't actually, I don't want to deal with that crap.)<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;"><span style="font-weight:bold;">seeing:</span></span><br />An overnight bag, open but unpacked. New clothes, shoes, and accessories (What? Target had a big sale. Don't judge me.) are making it hard to decide what to pack. It kind of like when you go grocery shopping when you're hungry and then you get home and can't decide what to eat because just want to eat everything.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">tasting: </span></span><br />Corn risotto with fresh grated parmesan cheese and melted goat cheese. Eating in season is something I'm trying to get better at, which means that I can't just limit our veggie intake to zucchini in our pasta. The other day Publix had this corn risotto recipe as a sample (since their corn section overfloweth.) and Nate and I loved it. I've added a few of my own personal touches (hello cheese!) And yes, you may all now begin to refer to me as the "domestic goddess" because this stuff is that good.<br /><br />Fresh Corn Risotto with Parm and Goat Cheese<br />4 ears fresh corn<br />1 32 oz box organic veggie broth<br />1 c. arborio rice<br />1 c. diced onions<br />2 tbs. unsalted butter<br />1/2 tsp. dried basil<br />2 tbs. fresh grated parmesan<br />1/8 c. crumbled goat cheese<br />Salt + pepper<br /><br />1. Remove the husks and silks from the corn. Slice downward to cut off the corn kernels. Place the corn in a large microwavable bowl along with the veggie broth, onions, rice, butter, and basil<br />2. Cover and cook 10 minutes. Stir.<br />3. Cook 10-15 more minutes, until rice and veggies are tender.<br />4. Stir in cheeses and salt and pepper to taste. The rice will thicken as it stands. Serve warm.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">hearing:</span></span><br />The documentary <a href="http://www.netflix.com/Movie/The_Business_of_Being_Born/70075502">The Business of Being Born</a> playing via Netflix on the TV while I work. It's amazing. Every woman should watch it. It was really interesting. Nate watched it with me and we just kept looking at each other and musing, "I didn't know that. Oh my gosh, that looks so peaceful! That makes sense." And no, I'm not pregnant. <br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;"><span style="font-style:italic;">smelling: </span></span><br />Coffee. I just started a new pot and the warm scent is filling the space. "2nd pot?" you ask? Why yes, it is. Because the new Italian Sweet Cream creamer we got is just that good. <br /><br />Happy Friday everyone! Happy weekend! Best wishes to all the photographers out there capturing weddings this weekend and to the brides and grooms saying the big "I DO". We'll be thinking fond thoughts of you while we relax with our family and play Killer Uno! (That's totally a lie. The thinking about work part, not the Uno part.)<br /><br />Leave us a little note to see when we get back to the office! :) <br /><br />Love and weekends,<br />Becka & NateStudio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-16743679224708043052009-07-16T02:22:00.000-04:002009-07-16T09:05:17.979-04:00It's Better Together"You've got to get out of the house and <span style="font-style:italic;">do something</span>." Nate and I have the same argument every few weeks. It's cyclical. Because so is my patience. While I love owning my own business, running the show, and getting to make my own schedule, most the time it seems that my schedule ends up being: <span style="font-style:italic;">work from when you wake up till 2am</span>. And that's no good. When we are coming down from the busiest time of year, it's a necessity for me to be working that much, there's just that much to do. But all that work and a lack of play makes me a grouchy girl and Nate has to deal with the full force of my cabin fever every evening when he gets home. I think it's the struggle of every work from home business owner. It's tough to get outside of the 4 walls of your office. It's tough to maintain relationships with people who can't understand why you haven't left your iMac in 14 hours. "Just say that business hours are over." They suggest. They don't understand. <br /><br />So when my dear new friend, Trisha Hay, the creative genius behind <a href="http://www.trishahay.com/">Trisha Hay Design</a> and the author of <a href="http://www.blackwhitebliss.com/"/>Black White Bliss</a> told me that she wanted to have a young professionals get together, I was all about the idea. As far as I knew, there wasn't any sort of get together like this in town. Most the networking groups are filled with older, very established business owners and the entire meeting is solely for getting your name out there amongst the others. A vision developed for something less "What can you do for me?" and something more "We're in this together". <br /><br />Anna Bond, of <a href="http://www.rifledesign.com/">Rifle Design</a>, hosted the first meeting at her soon-to-be open to the public studio in Winter Park. Nick of <a href="http://mamas-sauce.com/blog/">Mama's Sauce</a> print shop provided some amazing baked goods from <a href="http://www.davisbakeryandcompany.com/">Davis Bakery</a> and gave us a tour of the Mama's Sauce back of house, showing us all how intricate of a process letter press printing really is. And he ran a short run of these adorable little cards designed by Anna: <br /><br /><center><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2443/3725862347_be73718bc3_o.jpg"/><br /></center><br /><br />Other young professionals in attendance included:<br />Sarah and Lisa of <a href="http://www.orangeblossomink.com"/>Orange Blossom Ink</a><br />Fiona of <a href="http://www.anaviink.com"/>Anavi Ink</a><br />Grace of <a href="http://graceedmands.com/">Grace Edmands Calligraphy</a><br />Ashley of <a href="http://ashleybrookedesigns.com/">Ashley Brooke Designs</a><br />Monica of <a href="http://monicaholtsclaw.blogspot.com/">BoomBox Bindery</a><br /><br />I was so excited to get to see some of my friends from the Blogging Bootcamp again. We're becoming quite the little bunch :)<br /><br /><center><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3435/3726668350_d486eba85b_o.jpg"/><br /></center><br /><br />After the get together ended a few of us spent the next few hours chatting over Gurtzberry about business, life, and Robert Pattinson. I had such a fantastic time and I'm so thankful that I've gotten to know some of these young women better recently. It's such a wonderful feeling to sit down with someone and have them completely understand what you're going through. Starting a business is a crazy rollercoaster ride. And making new creative, business-savvy friends who understand it all is priceless.Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-32215975235127756402009-07-15T14:22:00.000-04:002009-07-15T14:22:00.267-04:00Sarah & Roger: Engagement Sneak PeakOcala | Florida<br /><br />We got to meet Sarah and Roger this last weekend at their home in gorgeous Ocala (which takes much longer to drive to than google maps led us to believe, sorry guys) for their big red barn engagement session. Both Nate and I were excited because Sarah had made our lives easy by deciding on a theme for her portraits and even finding the perfect barn to shoot at! (Thanks Sarah's friend's neighbor!) Can I please, for a second, tell you all how much I LOVE having some sort of theme for these sessions? It doesn't have to be anything super detailed, even something as simple as a big red barn can give us such inspiration and can keep all the images cohesive. I am so in love with these frames from their session. It doesn't help that I'm listening to my "I love country" playlist while I edit these. Now I'm all nostalgic for horses, homemade cornbread, big open fields, and rugged old barns... le sigh....<br /><br /><center><br />Yeah, we know... "GQ called and they want Roger back" ;)<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2470/3723314003_281f17caf4_o.jpg"/><br /><br />The good stuff...<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3484/3724123976_1c62ffb3e7_o.jpg"/><br /><br />I can't lie, I'm really excited about this one...<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2603/3723314191_b612db3596_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Sexy legs...<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3442/3723314309_b71c7e9e09_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Oh FAVORITE! FAVORITE! FAVORITE! <br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2512/3723314421_2b8361d3c0_o.jpg"/><br /></center><br /><br />I can't get Nate to listen to country music but I still sneak it while he's gone and I'm at home working. <br />And in case anyone is curious, here is my <span style="font-style:italic;">"I Love Country"</span> Playlist, for your listening pleasure:<br /><br />.Bad Things / Jace Everett <span style="font-style:italic;">(True Blood theme song, hello yum!)</span><br />.Nothin' Better to Do / LeAnn Rimes <span style="font-style:italic;">(Because I like the sassiness)</span><br />.Flat On the Floor / Carrie Underwood<br />.Last Name / Carrie Underwood <span style="font-style:italic;">(This one cracks me up)</span><br />.Down in Mississippi / Sugarland<span style="font-style:italic;"> (A favorite since freshman year of college)</span><br />.Save a Horse, Ride a Cowboy / Big & Rich <span style="font-style:italic;">(How can you not love this?)</span><br />.Honky Tonk Badonkadonk / Trace Adkins<br />.Boondocks / Little Big Town<br />.Kerosene / Miranda Lambert<br />.Rough & Ready / Trace Adkins <br />.Jacked Up / Gretchen Wilson<br />.Tim McGraw / Taylor Swift <span style="font-style:italic;">(I'll admit it, she tells good stories)</span><br />.Before He Cheats / Carrie Underwood<br />.Moments / Emerson Drive<br />.She's Everything / Brad Paisley <span style="font-style:italic;">(Swoonsauce)</span><br />.Want To / Sugarland<br />.Stay / Sugarland <span style="font-style:italic;">(Sugarland may be my favorite country band)</span><br />.Would You Go with Me / Josh Turner <span style="font-style:italic;">(His voice is like butter!)</span>Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-85402119491666360932009-07-14T14:18:00.003-04:002009-07-14T14:47:17.171-04:00Laura & Chris: Wedding at the JW Marriott Grand Lakes<a href="http://www.grandelakes.com/">JW Marriott Grand Lakes</a> | Orlando | Florida<br /><br />I would love to write something eloquent and amazing to describe these two and their elegant sage and champagne colored wedding but the words just aren't coming. I can't do it justice. Laura and Chris are so genuine, sweet, fun, go with the flow, and trusting that I can't even sufficiently explain to you how wonderful it was to be there to document their day and be blessed by their friendship. They completely trusted us with their photography and that freedom allowed us to really get creative and have fun with their images and we are so excited about how everything came out! We had such a wonderful time celebrating with them and with Laura Pennington, The JW's senior event manager, at the wheel, the day went off without one delay or hitch. Seriously people, she was a whirlwind of smiling efficiency! The entire staff at the JW were perfection. They even whipped me up my own fried green tomato sandwich since the regular vendor meal had turkey in it. How's that for being amazing?! Thanks JW! It was delicious! Our favorite wedding DJ's, <a href="http://www.orlandodj.com/">White Rose Entertainment</a>, spun beats all night long keeping everyone shaking their tail feathers and the ever impressive <a href="http://leejamesfloral.com/">Lee James</a> provided all the gorgeous floral arrangements. <br /><br /> <br /><center><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3423/3720538849_4726c8f996_o.jpg"/><br /><br />I love this...<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2534/3720538915_e08c85a419_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Little details..<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3488/3720538997_808a1c8306_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2517/3720539069_2d6c029747_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2624/3720539163_5228576363_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Studio222 Photography officially supports bromances<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2618/3721352878_8ff422d7b9_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3293/3720539403_94b02ddfee_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3493/3720539329_65560fd29a_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2599/3721353140_2356fece24_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3431/3720539661_2309201040_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Mmmm...drama...<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2654/3721353294_3e10de24fa_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2485/3720539989_4eb828ccfe_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Hello fiery sunset, it's nice to have you joining us tonight...<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2645/3720539897_6d096bbb96_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2421/3721353782_385e2c6f33_o.jpg"/><br /><br />:)<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2432/3721353860_e99eac102a_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2441/3720540267_4a1a66bda5_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3426/3721353988_282261ae10_o.jpg"/><br /><br />I love every one of these...<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2597/3720540447_4fa761bfff_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Hm, decisions, decisions...<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2477/3721354166_8db0e19517_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Steamy...<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2437/3721354254_5bcf857a55_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Hello handsome.<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3535/3720540719_0f59ec0274_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3486/3720540647_b39186975a_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Goodnight!<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2448/3721354490_d984f1e92e_o.jpg"/><br /><br /></center>Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-26774016340805925042009-07-13T02:22:00.002-04:002009-07-13T09:04:18.288-04:00Christie & Ked: Sneak PeakWinter Springs | Florida<br /><br />Christie and Ked are headed off on a cruise to Grand Cayman and Cozumel (you're going to looooove it!) but I wanted to get at least these few pictures up for them to see before they leave....<br /><br />Yup, you guessed it. They got married on July 11th. You know that that means: free slurpees! When we pulled into the 7-11 there was a big sign that read "Out of free slurpee cups". We decided to try anyway. ("Sign? What sign? We're all so delirious with wedded bliss that we didn't even see a sign!") To our delight, the 7-11 attendant gifted us all slurpees but that wasn't my favorite part. My favorite part was that not one person in the 7-11 even looked up at the sight of a woman in her white wedding dress gliding through the store. Check out the man behind them- totally focussed on the slurpee! Apparently this particular 7-11 has a pretty regular influx of brides, so, you know, it's no big thing... ;)<br /><br /><center><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2627/3716834788_639bee3f48_o.jpg"/><br /><br />My favorite from the day...<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2516/3716831106_edca4a802f_o.jpg"/><br /></center><br /><br />Have a fantastic cruise guys! And thank you so much for inviting us along on your most special of days. You are both such absolutely beautiful people, it can't help but shine through in every photograph! We felt completely loved and trusted and had such a fun time celebrating with you both. I can't wait to show you guys the dancing pictures, you all tore it up on that dance floor. Have lots of frosty, fruity, delicious tropical drinks, soak up tons of sun, and take lots of pictures (if you leave your room) ;) But above all, enjoy being the new Mr. & Mrs. P!Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-75897834154079451782009-07-10T02:22:00.000-04:002009-07-10T02:22:01.032-04:00You're Beloved...I had another post scheduled for today but some unexpected moments toward the end of the week left me feeling inspired to write this one instead. (Don't worry, you'll see what was supposed to go here soon enough.) <br /><br />There is something that we all share. An experience so organic that every human being can understand it because they have all felt it. It is that moment when you put yourself out there and wait... <br /><br />As someone chasing her dreams down on a daily basis, I'm smacked in the face with this experience every few minutes, like sets of waves crashing in on me and never ceasing. I know I am not alone. As photographers, we wear our hearts on our sleeves (or blogs, or websites....) because we wear it through our art. And that is a good thing, because everyone needs an artist that is as emotionally invested in the process as they are. And that is something that, for someone as emotionally invested as I am, can be continually terrifying. <br /><br />I wanted to share a song with you all that has become extremely dear to my soul. It's by an amazing artist named <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYC9-XK483U">Amy Seeley</a>. I think that Amy's lyrics speak beautifully to anyone that is pursuing a dream or a goal or is putting themselves out there for the world. Artists, dream-chasers, and everyone in between... know that everything that you dream is beloved. Have a wonderful weekend. <br /><br /><center><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2587/3705774962_5ffc4f4d33_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2575/3704125355_57a6b07e67_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">*lyrics by Amy Seeley</span><br /><br /></center>Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-80311371652191743442009-07-09T02:22:00.001-04:002009-07-09T02:22:01.040-04:00Dana & James: Elopement at Wekiva Springs Sneak PeakWekiva Springs | Florida <br /><br />Nate and I used to have adventure days on Mondays. We would pack up a camera, some extra clothes, and some snacks and head out to one of the many state parks in Central Florida for the day to explore and play and take pictures of butterflies, dragonflies, exotic wildflowers, and on lucky days... gators and wild boar. Those days were especially special to us since we just got to run away together for the morning and spend quality time together. When Dana contacted us to ask if we'd be interested in shooting her elopement in Wekiva Springs we were all, "Does Stevie Wonder wear sunglasses?" Oh yeah! <br /> <br />We have been so excited for Dana and Jame's elopement for months now! We had been dying (read: DYING) to get to shoot an elopement so when Dana emailed me to ask if it would be possible to tack a trash the dress session after the ceremony I was hearing heavenly choruses. (Hallelujah!) This was like a dream come true. I don't know why more people don't do this. Looking through the images put huge, goofy grins on our faces because the entire morning was just so much fun. It was ridiculously hard to choose just a few images to share as a sneak peak. I hope Dana and James (and their family- hi MOM!) enjoy these 10 teaser images...<br /><br /><center><br />Locationgasm<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3614/3703462700_08c16fb441_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2610/3703462834_31c29ea4c5_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2477/3702655555_6c8aed2515_o.jpg"/><br /><br />You do? Me too!<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3464/3702655673_425f5d666e_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Looovvveee this...<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2479/3703463216_2640f229b9_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Oh Hello, Favorite<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2026/3702656135_181032ef18_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Ring shots (Behind the scenes)<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2465/3703463766_6e0b78daf9_o.jpg"/><br /><br />And bam- guest star!<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2557/3702656801_42fe37103c_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3418/3703464326_8c49072b51_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Bring on the rain...<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2599/3703464878_6642825f76_o.jpg"/></center>Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-32952198200087702622009-07-08T14:22:00.002-04:002009-07-08T21:36:57.042-04:00Jayce & Matt: Married in St. PeteST. PETERSBURG | FLORIDA<br /><br />Jayce and Matt have been enjoying life as the new Mr. & Mrs. Elliot for about a month now and they couldn't be cuter. (I admit, I facebook stalk them. Don't judge me.) I just love watching our couples transition into life as husband and wife. I love seeing their status updates about cookies and how much they love their new spouse, and I especially love seeing the photos uploaded from their honeymoon. It's kind of like finally getting to read the last chapter of a book that you just loved. If you aren't already a friend of mine of facebook (and you don't mind me living vicariously through your pictures and status updates), you can find me <a href="http://www.facebook.com/beckadotcom">here. </a> We also have a fan page where we share teaser images, planning tips, inspiration, and whatever else strikes our fancy. You can join in on that party <a href="http://www.facebook.com/studio222photography">here</a>. I know that Jayce and Matt are waiting anxiously to see their images, so while the rest of them are being uploaded into their online galleries, I thought that I'd share these favorites with them, and everyone else reading along from their beautiful wedding day. <br /><br /><center><br />I adore ambient window light<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2663/3700422692_61bebe8b35_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3434/3700422730_94024d1627_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Rocktography 101<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2637/3703067142_2ba8b0644c_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Adorable²<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2590/3699611819_c5c561ee1e_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2135/3702259561_cc1ba2180e_o.jpg"/><br /><br />I am in love with this tender shot of her father the moment he gave her away...<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2567/3699611923_f9001068dd_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2610/3702259635_17e217ebcf_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2583/3700422858_dd59ae31af_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Mmmm...symmetry:<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2669/3699611997_30ab898894_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2521/3699612061_65b49c411e_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Paparazzi<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2659/3699612125_20fd4f1fb9_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Love this one! Goodnight lovebirds...<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2657/3700423136_041edacdd8_o.jpg"/><br /></center>Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-46710003133779715612009-07-07T14:22:00.002-04:002009-07-07T14:22:00.865-04:00Welcome to our home!As per request, we're cordially inviting you to take a tour of our humble little corner of the world. I love (read: have an unhealthy addiction to) interior design shows and blogs and I always love the photos of the finished rooms. The "afters" if you will. And I love how perfectly livable everything seems to look, how uncluttered it is, and how the entire thing is like one big work of art. So, when we decided (on the spur of the moment) to move into this new place, I was so excited to have a blank canvas to work with. Our old condo, although a wonderful place, was so small with so little storage that it was constantly cluttered. And I'm such a visual person that I have the hardest time focusing in a place that is cluttered. Nate graciously allowed me to make all the decorating decisions when we moved here so I really got to have fun. The bedroom is the only thing that isn't finished because we're searching out the perfect bed to match Nate's antique dresser and chest so you'll have to wait on seeing that until we find the missing piece. On Saturday, right after we finished moving, unpacking, organizing, and decorating, I was able to get a few photos of the our place and some of our favorite details to share with everyone. We are both so excited about how it all turned out. We both keep joking about how grown up we feel now. I hope it inspires you to have fun with your own space! And for all of our out of state family and friends, grab a cup of coffee and pretend you're here with us!<br /><br /><center><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3558/3693150376_fafd63c40d_o.jpg" /><br />The living room was pretty much designed based on our curtains. You can't see it really but they have a subtle graphic leaf design. It's just an outline and we loved the simplicity of it. We carried it over into the rug, the lampshade, and the throw pillows which all have graphic designs with interesting line patterns. Since drumming is one of Nate's passions we added his red jimbay for a bit of color and a vase filled with old drumsticks.<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3585/3692347809_8981e6ea49_o.jpg" /><br />We both fell in love with a silver lamp that was way out of our budget. I found this little guy at Urban Outfitters on sale for nine dollars and we topped it off with a shade from Target. Voila!! I bought Nate those Scrabble coasters from an artist on <a href="http://www.etsy.com/">Etsy</a> because it is his favorite board game and he's unimaginably good at it. And last but not least, my beloved Anthropologie candle. Best purchase ever!<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3649/3692347887_e19dc1d407_o.jpg" /><br />A bubbly throw blanket from Ikea added the perfect bit of texture to the overall smooth feel of the furniture. Plus, it's ridiculously comfortable. Thank God for Ikea!<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3631/3692427523_267a4becc1_o.jpg" /><br />Since Nate and I are big movie night fans, we wanted a way to display our collection that wasn't cluttered or an afterthought. We found these <a href="http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/categories/series/11981/">Lerberg Shelves</a> at Ikea and decided to turn our DVD collection into a makeshift art installation. <br /><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2487/3692348177_349e8a0766_o.jpg" /><br />This is a photo that Nate took on our trip to New York City last March. Both of us had such an <span style="font-weight:bold;">amazing</span> time that I decided to have this image turned into a canvas as a surprise for him. We decided to hang it right over the TV so that it would be a focal piece in the room and always remind us of the fun we had.<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2567/3693150326_abef64a645_o.jpg" /><br />Here is our little dining room. We hardly ever actually eat at the table so its more for show than anything else. (Or to use like a buffet when we entertain.) The faux-brick wall is one of our favorite things about this place. The bricks are actually hand carved into the wall and then hand painted. The painting in the corner is a piece by <a href="http://www.parkwest-bellet.com/">Emile Bellet</a> called D'or et de Reve and the rug was another score from Urban Outfitters for twenty bucks!<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2538/3692347607_28c6b60e02_o.jpg" /><br />Ikea wine racks decorate the left wall. And no, we aren't huge Yellow Tail fans, they just happened to be on sale at the store the other day.<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3549/3692347541_1b39bd4bc3_o.jpg" /><br />This plate is a tradition in Nate's family. Every year he would get to eat off of it on his birthday and other special occasions. I got my first turn on the plate last year for my birthday. We found the matching mug this year and added it to the collection. Celebratory ice cream anyone? Yes, I think so.<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3645/3693150646_b5951df978_o.jpg" /><br />You already saw the kitchen but I had to add this shot because Nate and I love to cook together! That cookbook on display is the absolute best baking cookbook out there! The writers tested every recipe for every dessert and then picked the best one and wrote about why it's the best. It's insane. And no, we're not vegans, but I do like to bake vegan when I can. Keeps the goodies lower in calories anyway. ;)<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2581/3693150218_99686e0c51_o.jpg" /><br />A few months ago I found a photo of a purple bathroom online and told Nate that I really wanted a purple bathroom one day. Well that day has arrived!<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2500/3693150116_d092c82367_o.jpg" /><br />I think our bathroom is Nate's favorite room in the house. It's the first thing he shows people when they visit. :)<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2578/3692347081_9e20df468b_o.jpg" /><br />Studio222 Photography headquarters. I love having an actual office to myself! I feel much more productive. And everything is so much more organized now than it's ever been! Excuse our mass of hard drive cords. We have yet to organize them all. If anyone has a great system for that, please share it with us because it's kind of crazy over there right now.<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2539/3693150892_967627cb1d_o.jpg" /><br />This art piece is on top of the bookshelf. I ordered it about a year ago from <a href="http://www.mylittleunderground.net/">My Little Underground</a>. I am still completely in love with it. It's so creative! And it's a happy reminder every day to aspire to greatness on our own accord. Plus, did I mention... we're macs.<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2505/3693150966_526c8812fd_o.jpg" /><br />This is our little canvas. It's 8x10 and it's the one we bring to our client meetings so clients can see and feel how amazing these things are. If you are a client who hasn't seen one of our canvases in person, you are more than welcome to stop by anytime! The little easel is from ikea. I love ikea.<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2445/3692348121_cd9db9cc0f_o.jpg" /><br />This little guy sits on the corner of our desk to welcome visitors with some of our business cards. These are our old cards because we just got our new ones in yesterday and I haven't taken any pictures of them yet. I'm a busy woman. ;)<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3627/3692348313_d92f7388fc_o.jpg" /><br />Last but not least is our tiny little pepper garden on our patio. I surprised Nate with a baby habanero plant last year because he has a ridiculous tolerance for spicy food and loves to add habanero peppers to jars of pickles. Just this summer it started to produce little peppers. I'm not what you would call a "green thumb" so this is a huge accomplishment.<br /><br /><br /></center><br /><br />I hope you enjoyed the tour! Thanks for all the sweet emails and comments everyone has sent us from the few snapshots we posted during our move. Your kindness keeps me going on days when I'm about to fall over from exhaustion! <span style="font-weight:bold;">What's your favorite room in your house, and why? And what's your favorite little design element you've added?</span>Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-77647256779249288932009-07-06T02:22:00.004-04:002009-07-06T03:11:36.307-04:00On Good Things...Happy Monday! I hope everyone had a fantastic Independence Day weekend. Yesterday Nate told me that the 4th of July was becoming his favorite holiday. (I still hold on to Christmas as the reining all-time champion of holidays.) But it did get me thinking about the little things that make life more fun so I thought I'd go all Martha Stewart on you this Monday with a list of "Good Things"...<br /><br />. <a href="http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2009/06/fourth-of-july-week-sundried-tomato-pasta-salad/">Sundried Tomato Basil Pasta.</a> Believe me, it's a <span style="font-style:italic;">very</span> good thing! This was soooo easy to make, and so delicious! But don't skimp on the fresh basil. Seriously, it makes the whole recipe. Oh and I added a bit of crushed red pepper to the sauce. That was a good thing too. <br /><br />. <a href="http://www.thisyounghouse.com"/>This Young House</a>. I got so much inspiration for our condo from this blog. This (super talented) young couple bought an old house and completely transformed it into something that has gotten them national publicity from magazines and design shows. Check out the House Tour for photos of the finished interior. It's a really good thing!<br /><br />. Nate suggested <a href="http://hawxgame.us.ubi.com"/>Tom Clancy's Hawk</a>. The new XBox 360 fighter pilot game with "ridiculous graphics". So apparently, the graphics are a good thing. ;)<br /><br />."Maries Cosy Cusions" on Etsy. I just picked up <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_transaction.php?transaction_id=17355958"/>these beauties</a> for our bedroom. Buying handmade, it's a good thing. <br /><br />. A new favorite of mine is <a href="http://pacingthepanicroom.blogspot.com"/>Pacing the Panic Room</a>. It's a blog written by a husband chronicling his wife's 2nd pregnancy. He's a talented photographer so the images are amazing and his writing voice is absolutely hilarious. Reading baby blogs all day? It's a good thing. (Don't judge me- I'll be super prepared when that day comes for us...in the future.)<br /><br /><br />Nate and I celebrated by finishing up the condo (yes, it's officially done and decorated!) and having a small condo-warming get together with a few friends. We live right on the south side of downtown Orlando which means that we are lucky enough to be within walking distance of Lake Eola. Which is, if you don't live in Orlando and already know, the location of many city festivals including the annual Orlando fireworks display. And being able to walk down there sure beats battling the crowds in a caravan of cars! And, just to let everyone know, my <a href="http://twitter.com/BeckaKnight222"/>twittered-about</a> pasta salad was a HUGE success!<br /><br /><center><br />Hanging by the food ;)<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2443/3689574492_94e808bf32_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3638/3689568518_700178bd52_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Wonder if there is a 222 Robinson Street? That would be the perfect place to live:<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2442/3692752753_7d645afac2_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Nate and I love these ones that explode with stuff in the middle:<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3568/3690953252_01dcb6eaa8_o.jpg"/><br /><br />FAVORITE: Progression of a firework...<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2548/3690146779_f6cf6e0ffd_o.jpg"/><br /><br /></center>Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-89727912905211284472009-07-03T14:22:00.003-04:002009-07-03T15:04:41.264-04:00Five Senses Friday...It's been a busy busy week. A really fantastic week, but really busy. I cannot believe how much we've done since this time last week. We've moved, met with a bunch of clients, booked some new brides (hi new friends!), finished editing a few weddings and portrait sessions, designed and ordered all our new marketing materials (they're so fun!), sent out our July newsletter, and decorated. The condo is finally coming together and although we still don't have much bedroom furniture (asian inspired, perhaps?) the rest of the place is looking pretty sweet. Now it's time for me to be signing off for the weekend. I've got to finish a wedding (or two), paint and clean the old condo, burn a bunch of discs, and then finish decorating and getting ready for 4th of July! I love this idea from the ever-inspiring <a href="http://modish.typepad.com/">Modish</a> blog (did I mention my addiction to interior design blogs? Don't judge me.) She did this Five Senses Friday on her blog and I loved the idea. So, I thought I'd give it a whirl too. She asks others to participate so feel welcome to do your own Five Senses Friday. :)<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">tasting: <br /></span>the most delicious lemonade in the world (it may only be so delicious because I'm so thirsty)<br />and perhaps a bite (or five) of cruelty-free cookie dough<br /> <br /><span style="font-style:italic;">seeing:</span> <br />photos, photos, and more photos as I catch up on all of our post processing<br />a single silvery hair? what?! whhhhaaattttt?????<br />a house finally coming together, but needing some cool garage sale finds!<br />an old friend for coffee<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">hearing:</span> <br />the electronic screwdriver- a girl's best friend. Hanging things on the wall is a breeze!<br />Kings of Leon, Nate's new favorite thing to listen to, all the time<br />a domestic dispute next door- that lady is not happy.<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">touching:</span> <br />the smooth steel of a Chef's knife (our new kitchen has re-ignited my love of cooking)<br />the bubbly fabric of our new throw blanket (thank ikea) while I edit wedding photos<br />the soft microfiber arm chair while I move it around the living room 4 times before settling on an arrangement<br /><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">smelling: </span><br />Oh so sweet Baltic Amber (aka "Anthropologie candle", no I won't shut up about it.)<br />the smell of our old condo on our clothes as we organize the closet<br />Spicy ramen noodles from the asian market for lunch<br /><br />Have a fabulous fourth of July weekend! See ya'll on Monday. :)<br />Since the kitchen is the only room that's finished, here's a little look: <br /><br /><center><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3558/3684035955_5c522a5a57_o.jpg"/></center><br /><br />Thank you so much to everyone who has taken the time to take out quick one-question poll. I am so excited by the answers coming in because it looks as if you guys are wanting exactly what I was wanting to give. This is going to be the beginning of a beautiful friendship! If you haven't taken the poll yet, please take a second to <a href="http://polldaddy.com/poll-rss.php?id=D5B3B12248B1FFC7">let us know what you'd like to see more of here on the blog</a>.Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-19479032480560350872009-07-02T14:22:00.000-04:002009-07-02T14:22:00.757-04:00Matt: Personal Portrait SessionMatt Tucker is a phenomenon. (That's why I felt the need to use both his first and last names. Clearly.) I really have no other way to describe him. And if he reads this, I know he's going to smile and chuckle ("smuckle", if you will) and shake his head at me. Humor me, okay Matt? You are awesome. <br /><br />Matt is one of the kindest souls I've ever encountered. I'm not sure I'll ever meet another person like him. His heart is pure gold and I'm not sure that there is any person out there, having met him, that doesn't instantly feel a sort of soulful kinship to him. We love Matt Tucker for many reasons, the least of which are because he uses direct address every time he talks to us ("Hey Becka, how are you today?") and because he looks directly in your eyes and nods along the entire time you're talking. For his birthday we promised him an epic personal portraits session. And now it's time to deliver on our promise. <br /><br /><center><br />This... just... happened:<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2576/3680085471_d90db2770d_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2447/3680085535_45b1215438_o.jpg"/><br /><br />It's bright at noon in Florida<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2618/3680901370_919aae9c87_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2613/3680901440_037e101e72_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2527/3680901532_14d912a749_o.jpg"/><br /> <br />Hottie<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3663/3680901584_3ccd06a10a_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3548/3680085841_55f4c1b993_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Love this...<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3617/3680901730_de4761c72e_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Want in on the fun? <br /><a href="https://app.shootq.com/public/studio222_photography/contact"><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3635/3680154563_4361e57c36_o.jpg"></a><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Only a few July dates remaining. Now booking pp sessions for August-September</span></center>Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-53265180992246358132009-07-01T14:22:00.001-04:002009-07-01T19:01:23.844-04:00Carl & Lillian: Wedding at the Celebration Hotel<a href="http://celebrationhotel.com">Celebration Hotel</a> | Celebration, Florida<br /><br />"He told me he sits by the prettiest girl in the world." One of the bridesmaids gushed to me while Lillian was getting her hair styled. "After the first date he told me, 'This is the girl I'm gonna marry.' He came over for dinner and told my mom too. She looked at him and said, 'Shut up Carl and eat your potatoes.' We all thought he was being dramatic, but he knew from the very beginning." She sat back in her chair and smiled at Lillian who was laughing the way people laugh when they are completely and utterly amused by someone else telling a story about them. She picked right back up where she had left off- "Three months in he called me and asked me to meet him to go ring shopping. He would have asked her right then but she made him wait 6 months." She cast a dramatic glare in Lillian's direction. Lillian rolled her eyes. She leaned back in to me and concluded, "He finally popped the question at Epcot, 6 months later, but he knew from the beginning." <br /><br />Sometimes you don't need to know. Sometimes he knows. And 6 months later when you know, he'll have known all along. ;)<br /><br /><center><br />A bouquet like this needs something more than your standard bouquet shot. Boom!<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2464/3679139009_6f136e1e60_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Hair by Lauren Rathmann at <a href="http://salonsalonhair.com">Salon Salon</a><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2632/3679996056_823e32c20c_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3574/3679177321_7cd7634cd0_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2591/3679176739_79a8ea9783_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2535/3679138809_c09dae916e_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2422/3679138355_368bf20a4a_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Featherd hairpiece by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=6465412">Lo Boheme on Etsy</a><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2663/3679138435_741741040d_o.jpg"/><br /><br />A last minute letter...<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2454/3679949950_4c9353d187_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2505/3679950184_9c4e868d8c_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3601/3679195185_cb092c2a27_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3564/3679139161_cbace2485b_o.jpg"/><br /><br />The gorgeous wedding party in front of the gorgeous <a href="http://www.celebrationhotel.com">Celebration Hotel</a><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2659/3679950608_26d83ea55a_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3623/3680070132_79d5b49828_o.jpg"/><br /><br />We had our own placecards at one of the tables. How much do I love that?! Thanks Lillian!<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2440/3679950920_cf8b50d10b_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2444/3679204323_2a3e8f49fb_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2493/3679214001_7b779bbf1e_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2609/3680015820_7305d72c2d_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2508/3680025244_ffe704f8f6_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3261/3679258057_cccc3d0630_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Downtown Celebration<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3577/3679953892_6c101ca74e_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3600/3679142651_9555f033ea_o.jpg"/><br /></center>Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-19372517317599797892009-06-30T14:22:00.006-04:002009-06-30T17:56:40.213-04:00Summer Canvas Sale!To celebrate the 4th of July, we're offering our 16x20 canvases (regularly priced at $275) for <span style="font-weight:bold;">$150</span>! Every single person who gets their hands on one of our canvases "oooo"s and "awww"s over them! They are instant conversation starters and the most beautiful way to display your favorite images. We even have a big canvas of <a href="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3620/3404282009_7576f1ec46_o.jpg">this picture</a> hanging in our dining room! <br /><br /><center><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2496/3676019934_bd507d7e19_o.jpg"/></center><br /><br />For all you blog readers, you are hearing about this first and have an additional day to get your orders placed as we're starting the sale <span style="font-weight:bold;">right now</span> as a thank you for being so awesome. Everyone else will be hearing about it tomorrow via our monthly e-letter. This sale price will last from now until 12pm EST. All orders must be placed and paid for before then to take advantage of this discounted price. To order, simply click the button below, select local pickup or delivery, and make your payment. Please let us know the filename of the image you want as your canvas in the space provided while ordering. If you need help, feel free to contact us at any time and we'll walk you through it. We are now available to allow local clients to pick up their canvases at our downtown condo at no extra shipping charge! If you are not local or wish to have the canvas shipped to you there will be a $20 shipping charge added to the total. If you select to have the canvas shipped to you, make sure you enter in your shipping address when finishing your payment (no P.O. Boxes) You may order as many as you like, just make sure to specify how many of each specific image you would like. We will send you a confirmation email once your order has been processed with a small sample of what your canvas will look like and will notify you when it is ready for you to pick up! :)<br /><br />Update: We had a few people ask if they could order some of our personal work from our vacation to New York as fine art canvases. The answer is yes, most definitely. Just let us know which image you would like. Here are some popular ones:<br /><br /><center><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2668/3675884383_59788191ba_o.jpg"><br /><span style="font-style:italic;">Left: "Central Park" Right: "Brooklyn Bridge"</span></center><br /><center><br /><form action="https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr" method="post"><br /><input type="hidden" name="cmd" value="_s-xclick"><br /><input type="hidden" name="hosted_button_id" value="6488025"><br /><table><br /><tr><td><input type="hidden" name="on0" value="Choose your method of delivery:">Choose your method of delivery:</td></tr><tr><td><select name="os0"><br /> <option value="Local pickup">Local pickup $150.00<br /> <option value="Ship it to me">Ship it to me $170.00<br /></select> </td></tr><br /></table><br /><input type="hidden" name="currency_code" value="USD"><br /><input type="image" src="https://www.paypal.com/en_US/i/btn/btn_buynowCC_LG.gif" border="0" name="submit" alt="PayPal - The safer, easier way to pay online!"><br /><img alt="" border="0" src="https://www.paypal.com/en_US/i/scr/pixel.gif" width="1" height="1"><br /></form></center>Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3941053913130753673.post-75937828378736623232009-06-30T02:22:00.001-04:002009-06-30T10:32:35.489-04:00Lyndsey & Jonathan: Vero Beach Wedding Sneak PeakVero Beach | Florida<br /><br />Lyndsey and Jonathan's wedding could not have flown by any faster! When we left, we looked at each other and remarked, "That was the fasted 8 1/2 hours we've ever worked!" Everyone in attendance was smiles and hugs all day long and Lyndsey and Jonathan were surrounded by love the entire day. You could feel it, thick in the air, like a blanket covering everything. Even the rain subsided in perfect timing, leaving us with a cooler than normal breeze and some beautifully wind-strewn clouds high in the sky against the setting sun. Lyndsey and Jonathan's ceremony was the first mass we had ever shot and we were blessed with a fantastic priest who pretty much gave us free rein of the sanctuary allowing us to get angles we wouldn't normally be able to get inside a church. (Thanks friendly priest!) They celebrated at the <a href="http://www.bentpinegolf.com/">Bent Pines Gold Club</a> and danced late into the night to the music of a live band. I cannot wait to get through the rest of the images and show them off to everyone! <br /><br />Lyndsey and Jonathan, <br />Have an amazing time in New Zealand. We are completely jealous and will facebook stalk you to see all the pictures you come back with! We had such a wonderful time celebrating with you. Thank you so much for trusting us completely and letting us have some creative photo fun with you! We are so excited to show these pictures to you and cannot wait to show you the rest. Until then, enjoy your sneak peak. And your honeymoon! <br /><br /><br /><center><br />Check out the gorgeous embellishments on these babies...<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3339/3672633231_d440ce841f_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3614/3673442320_19346a5a26_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Rain rain, go away...<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3560/3672633361_7a0557d3a6_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3589/3672633417_4b8f46262f_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3336/3673442538_bdbb489c90_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Work it out girls...<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3414/3672633603_8fcfc9d3da_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3390/3672633699_f0aeabf07b_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2286/3673442890_4db48a7dcf_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Her train was perfection!<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3597/3672634015_2c1ba38a70_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3362/3673443036_7cb920a738_o.jpg"/><br /><br />I am just head over heels in love with this one: <br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3342/3673443244_fb18334661_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3564/3673443326_235f7b312f_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Shotgun shells? Hell yes. (Can I say hell? We weren't in the church at this point.) <br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3310/3673443398_10dde591ed_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Are you kidding me with those baby blues?<br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2579/3673443482_98aa78c875_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Um, GQ called and they'd like their smoldering look back ;)<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3347/3672634453_1a070b8a17_o.jpg"/><br /><br />FAVORITE<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3578/3673443764_ceed53c2d1_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3354/3672634695_f6a391962c_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Love the golden light...<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3600/3672634797_ecea90e3c3_o.jpg"/><br /><br /><img src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2397/3673444070_a9ecf7b965_o.jpg"/><br /><br />Hello perfect dress swirl! It's party time!<br /><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3637/3673444148_6321c1c15c_o.jpg"/><br /><br /></center>Studio222 Photographyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17169281653450482740noreply@blogger.com10