Berkshires Retreat

About two weeks ago I participated in a "Photography Retreat" in the Berkshires. Three photographs who I admire most were our teachers- John Dolan, Phillipe Cheng, and Holger Thoss. Three teachers to only seven students- it was ideal! All of us were wedding professionals, and everyone shared some very inspiring work. I didn't shoot much, but here are a few shots from the weekend. It's always a good idea to wake-up at dawn to get a good photo- but next time I will bring coffee with me.

Kate and Brady

I recently shot the wedding of an old high school classmate of mine. Kate has been a cheerleader on my behalf for years, referring me to friends to shoot their weddings, and even getting me two fashion accounts. She always told me that when her turn came, she would be calling me! I wanted to be sure to give her the best possible images I could to thank her for how she has supported me over the last several years.
It was a beautiful country wedding, and the weather was perfect. A crisp fall day full of yellows and reds, but just warm enough to be outdoors in a strapless dress. Kate and Brady were married at our high school chapel (same as my husband and I were just a few months before) and it was beautiful.

Jack and Lucy

It's nice to do a family portrait in the fall! The leaves, the colors, the sweaters. We had a beautiful, cool day. It's always a challenge with any family portrait to provide my clients with a combination of the formal and informal shots. You need to get the family shot, of course, but what makes my portraits special are the in-between moments. That's why I love this shot of the two kids standing in the door. It recognizes beauty in the everyday, and it shows the inquisitive nature of childhood- being a little bit shy, but wanting to know who that stranger is with the camera.

After this Brooklyn wedding, the bride and groom led their guests out into the rainy streets for some post-wedding partying at a local pub. It made for a romantic departure shot with the streetlights reflecting off of the wet sidewalks and the newlyweds united under their umbrella.

I like shots that make you feel like you were in the middle of the party; shots where guests look so comfortable that it's as if you were a part of their conversation.

Khosrovi Portrait Station

Always trying to keep it fresh! Here is a slightly different take on the portrait station! Zahra and Ed were married at a beautiful old mansion off of Prospect Park, and they wanted to use the interior architeture of the home as the backdrop for their photobooth. I framed the shots in front of this beautiful built-in bookcase. I love the graphic design of the books and the shelving- a modern background is born out of an antique structure.

A couple of my favorites from a recent portrait that I shot. Can you tell they're brother and sister? They look just alike!