Buterbaugh/Konetsky Wedding

     Hello again, friends!  This weekend I wrapped up my first official wedding season! It's been an incredible adventurous ride, watching two families become one many times this summer.  Thank you so very much to all of the brides and grooms for allowing me to be a part of your very special day.

     This past Saturday was an incredible wedding to be a part of. Deanna and Jeremiah exchanged vows in an intimate, beautiful countryside ceremony. Seeing the looks of joy and love on the faces of everyone in attendance was something not soon to be forgotten. 

     The father of the bride was so filled with love and emotions while giving away his daughter. (I was glad to see that I wasn't the only one who teared up!)  The love between this father and daughter was amazing.

     I could go on and on about this lovely day, but I will let the pictorial memories do the talking. 

     Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Konetsky.  <3

Blythe/Groucutt Wedding

Hey again, everyone!  I am just wrapping up the awesome wedding session from last weekend, I LOVE the way these turned out!  (and I'm ok with saying that, too!)

Nikki and Jim were so cute, and so easy to work with.  It was fun to have the creative control to play with the shots, the positioning and the flow of the session!  Thanks so much to Jim and Nikki for allowing me to share in your special day!

Below are just a select few of my favorites from the day. (SO hard to choose!!)

I had to take a pic of these fantastic shoes that Nikki chose!

And then there is this lovely shot of the beautiful young bride by the waterfall.  I LOVE this shot.

Jim, made the bouquets!  SO impressive!

One of my other favorites.  :)

Congratulations to the new Mr. and Mrs. Blythe!  We wish you all the best.  <3

BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL at Shatzer Studios!

     Mommies and Daddies, do you DREAD the day the school picture proofs come back?  Pray to GOD that your little one cooperated and had their shot taken before lunch and recess?

     No worries!  We can help!

     All portrait sessions from now until 9.30.10 will be HALF off! We will also include 1 FREE 8x10, 2 FREE 5x7's and 8 FREE wallets!

     Please note that the subjects DO NOT have to be a student to qualify. :) 

     Only ten sessions will be booked at this special rate. Get in touch with me today! :)

Olivia Estelle

     Last night I had the incredible pleasure of working with an old and very dear friend and her newborn baby, Olivia Estelle.  I had every intention of working on a few shots last night, and finishing up before this weekend's wedding, but honestly I couldn't help but to finish them up today!  What a precious little one, so sweet and so soft.  Below are a few of my favorite shots from the shoot.

and then there's this one!

I could go on and on all night with my "favorites"! 

Thank you, Mike and Jessica, for allowing me to share this special moment with you.  I look forward to creating many more pictorial memories for your family.

xoxoxo,

-E

Equipment/Brand Snobs

     I'll never really understand it.  I refuse to participate in it.  Equipment and brand snobb-ery of photography goodies.

     YES, guys, I understand that a lot of people have their preferences when it come to specific brand of electronics.  Some people are die hard Cannon people.  Some Nikon.  Really, though, does the maker/model of the camera guarantee a great photograph?  I think not, people.

     An eye for art is simply that.  In my opinion, having the most recent $3,000 + camera is not the important thing.  (Nor is constantly bringing it up.)  The passion for the art, and willingness to learn more, are. 

     Some of my all time favorite shots were taken with a pocket point and click!

     That being said, please remember when arguing that you think that your camera is the BEST out there:  NO ONE CARES. 

     Instead of arguing about brands, take a great portrait.  People actually give a "doo doo" about that. 

Derby Girls!

Tonight I had the pleasure of shooting an AWESOME group of roller derby girls in action! See below for a sneak peak into their shoot! More to come!