Brandy Ellen Photography

{New Blog} | Dayton and Sptingfield OH Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:02:00 +0000

YAY!!!! I finally have a new blog! If you couldn't tell already, I am super-duper excited. This blog definitely represents my personality and style, and has some features that will be better for all of us.

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Now, without further ado:

{www.brandyellenphotography.com/blog}

{Vendor Review} :: Pin Me Up Couture

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 04:01:00 +0000

{Pin Me Up Couture}
*click above link to visit the shop*

This is a new (and already booming) shop, "specializing in creating fabulous custom couture creations for celebrations and occasions."

Started by a photographer and a make-up artist, these two women KNOW, LOVE, and have the ability to CREATE high fashion.

Pin Me Up Couture offers beautiful, unique accessories including vintage-style birdcage veils and headbands, elegant full-length veils, modern glam headpieces, and beautiful, dainty flower accessories.

Not only do they have beautiful pieces already in the shop, but they are excited to create custom orders just for you.

If you love fashion, are unique and stylish, and love one-of-a-kind...you will LOVE. LOVE. LOVE. Pin Me Up Couture.

Here are just a few of their offerings:

*all pictures used with permission of Pin Me Up Couture*

{Happy Family}:: Dayton and Springfield OH Portrait Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 21:41:00 +0000

This is a persistent family! We had to reschedule twice, due to sick kiddos and weather nastiness. Finally, a month after the original date...they were able to drive down from Cleveland to let me capture some of their family joyfulness.

And JOYFULNESS is absolutely the word that best describes this family! Full of energy and obvious love for one another...this session was an absolute blast for me to be a part of. I just sat back and captured their interactions! Enjoy the sneak peek and the slideshow...I found the perfect song for their family!

{Sunday Fashion Series}

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 13:03:00 +0000

"What should we wear?"

This is the most popular question I receive when someone books a session. Having been there myself, I fully understand both the excitement and the angst that come with trying to decide what to dress everyone in for family pictures.

So, some of my photographer colleagues and I decided to get together and come up with fun, coordinating outfits that would work well for family portraits. I have decided to post a Sunday Fashion Series highlighting one of these outfit boards each week.

Each Sunday, I will be posting a new "storyboard" of coordinated family outfits...information on where to purchase will be included as well.

I hope that this gets you even more excited about creating your family portraits, and takes some of the pressure of outfit-hunting off your shoulders.

Here is the first installment of the Sunday Fashion Series. ENJOY!!!

{Matt & Karen} :: Dayton and Springfield OH Wedding Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 17:59:00 +0000

Matt & Karen's engagement session...or, as an alternate post title,

{Adventures in Farm Photography}

This was an awesome session, full of so many of my favorite things - barns, meadows, cows, sunsets.

However, it was also full of added extras - like ticks, mosquitoes, and hiney-biting. Yes, you read that right - HINEY-BITING. But, I will get to that in a little bit!

Matt and Karen were a blast. They had several locations picked out that carried special significance to them - so we just traveled around, relaxed, and had a good time - taking some pictures along the way.

Here are a just a few:

Lest you think this adventure was nothing but sunshine and cutesy pictures...let me add a few more for your perusing entertainment:

A special friend of Matt & Karen's decided to make a guest appearance at their session. (don't ask...you probably don't want to know.) No, seriously...this mask has been a staple prop in Karen & Matt's picture history, so it is only appropriate for it to be included in the engagement and wedding photos, as well.

And, my favorite picture of the day! I like to call it:

"Yeah, so I bit you in the hiney, Miss Photographer...exactly WHAT do you plan to do about it?"

And, so ends your trip down {Adventures in Farm Photography} Lane. I hope you enjoyed our trip! And remember...never turn your back on a cow! :)

{Cody & Julie} :: Dayton and Springfield OH wedding photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Sat, 23 May 2009 17:49:00 +0000

This was one of the most awesome sessions I have had in a long time.

I had been sick and battling wicked allergies for several days, and wasn't feeling really excited about lugging my camera around for a couple of hours.

We headed out anyway, and then they said the words...the words that sound like angels singing a Hallelujah chorus to any artist. These words:

"Seriously, you are the artist...we trust you...just tell us what you want us to do."

All of a sudden, I was refreshed and ready to rock the session. I had a gorgeous, trendy couple who was up for anything, beautiful light, funky locations...I was as happy as could be.

I am sure they got a kick out of me getting excited and yelling, "These are SO cool!" and "Oh, man, you guys...these ROCK!" What can I say? I get into what I am doing! ;)

Thanks for "getting me" and trusting me to get awesome images for you. You definitely know how to make an artist's day...and to guarantee the best images for yourself!

Enjoy your sneak peek...can't wait for the wedding!

{Aimee & JD} :: Dayton and Springfield OH weddinh photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Mon, 18 May 2009 20:09:00 +0000

Aimee, JD, and I finally were able to dodge the bad weather of late and head out for their engagement session.

The gardens they chose were absolutely beautiful - lush, green, and gorgeous light. I guess all the rain was good for something, after all.

This session took me a little longer than usual, but for a good cause - these two were hilarious. In between the "serious" shots, there was lots of pointing, giggling, funny-face-making, and just plain goofiness. I can see why I have heard they are both such good teachers.

Hope you both enjoy the sneak peek; I am looking forward to the wedding in a few weeks.

{sweet baby} :: Dayton and Springfield OH baby photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Wed, 13 May 2009 02:34:00 +0000

There is just something about little babies that makes people act foolishly. You know what I am talking about - the googly eyes, the jibberish sounds we make, mixed in with random high pitched words...all to get this new life to look at us and smile.

Little C was no exception - those blue eyes and that pouty-little-chin-tuck...she was a doll.

As you can see...she is absolutely adorable; she also happens to be super sweet. Her daddy is deployed right now, so I hope he will find these pictures extra special. (You should her face when she hears daddy on the phone...it is enough to make even the hardest heart soften!)

{Birth Photography Special} :: Dayton and Springfield OH Birth Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 19:48:00 +0000

Birth photography is EASILY the most awesome thing I have the pleasure of doing! Capturing memories...any important memory...is special, BUT...

there is nothing that compares with a new life entering the world to meet its family for the first time. The raw emotion, the gorgeous newness...everything about that time is so fresh, so perfect!

If you are interested in having your birth experience recorded in an artistic & unobtrusive way, and you meet the following criteria...please contact me to find out how you can apply for a special offer from Brandy Ellen Photography.

Criteria:

Due Date in JULY or SEPTEMBER
Are planning a birth at home, at Family Beginnings (Miami Valley), or at Greene Memorial Hospital.

Interested applicants should contact me at 937 . 532 . 6999 or through my website.

Limited offers available.

And since I can't post without pictures, here are some birth pictures to enjoy!

{Homesteading...}

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:58:00 +0000

...it is our dream as a family. We are actively dreaming and moving forward toward a life of simplicity and self-sustenance. We can't wait to grow and raise all (or most) of our own food...teaching our children the importance of environmental stewardship and taking care of what we have been given. It makes me all giddy just thinking about it.

In the meantime, we are blessed to be part of an awesome herdshare, where we get all of our milk, cream, butter, eggs, and honey. I have even started making our own cheese from the milk...SO COOL!

Well, last week, we had the pleasure of visiting our cows and chickens...and the newest calf - Ava! The kids had a blast checking everything out...almost as much as mommy!

Meet Ava - 1 week old!

I think this is Pet...in case you are wondering, yes, her nose really IS that close to my camera...they are such friendly girls!

She loves to be petted...hmmm...wonder if that is where her name came from?

And, finally, here are a few of the beauties that supply us with our eggs...aren't they gorgeous?!

{Chelsea} :: Dayton and Springfield Senior Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 15:32:00 +0000

{Nothin' But Love} :: Dayton and Springfield Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 16:40:00 +0000

One of my photographer friends told me about this program, and I had to try it out!

{Photographer's Kids} :: Dayton & Springfield Children Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 17:57:00 +0000

Last weekend, I had the pleasure of hanging out with some local photographers in Columbus. I will admit that I was way too busy chatting and just "hanging out" to take too many pictures, but I did manage to get a few.

Such cuties! Thanks for a great time!

{Beautiful Girl} :: Dayton & Springfield Children Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 13:50:00 +0000

Meet Miss J...she is amazing in front of the camera, and obviously the camera loves her. Thanks J for being such an awesome model!

p.s. I decided to update the look of my posts...I am diggin' the "matted" look these days!

{Todd & Anne} :: Dayton and Springfield Wedding Photographer}

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 21:32:00 +0000

I am so very excited to post this slideshow. Todd & Anne were a simply amazing couple. It was obvious that the love and respect they held for each other was true and strong.

This gathering of their family to honor their relationship is sure to remain one of my favorite weddings! Thank you so much for choosing me to be there to capture your day!

Special thanks to Stacy of SL-photography for assisting me!

Neo-V Dragonfly :: Vendor Showcase :: {Dayton and Springfield Wedding Photographer}

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 16:24:00 +0000

Choosing the location for your reception is one of the most important details of your wedding (aside from choosing the photographer, of course!)...the ambiance of your location choice will set the tone for the entire evening.

Anne and Todd chose their location perfectly. They picked a spot that had meaning to them, fit their style, and was run by some of the most awesome people in the business.

Neo-V Dragonfly is a trendy, vegan restaurant in the Short North section of Columbus. My assistant and I were instantly impressed with the friendliness and attentiveness of the staff, the modern decor and local artwork, and the AMAZING food.

The owners (Cristin and Magdiale) and their staff were clearly concerned with their guests having the ultimate "experience"- from the room-swap (the ceremony, cocktail hour, and dinner where held in the same room) to the multi-course meal, from lighting to music...no detail was left unattended.

If you haven't checked out neo-v...make a point to experience them for an event or just a great meal. You will not leave disappointed.

100% newborn cuteness :: {dayton and springfield newborn photographer}

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 00:10:00 +0000

This little guy certainly made an exciting entrance into the world! Mommy and daddy (and the rest of northwestern KY) were without power after an icestorm...so little H decided it was the perfect time to come say "hello!"

Here are a couple of sneak peeks!

Anne & Todd :: {Dayton and Springfield Wedding Photographer}

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 14:30:00 +0000

Everytime I think about this wedding, I can't help but smile. A LOT.

Love simply exuded from every nook and crevice of this wedding...an intimate gathering of Anne and Todd's family.

Here are a few of my favorites, so far!

Not only were the emotions amazing to capture, but all the details they chose were a photographer's dream as well.

I will have a separate post in a week or 2, showcasing the awesome venues that Anne and Todd chose to use for their special day - from a full-service Aveda Salon to a 4-star Vegan restaurant...the details were simply amazing. I

look forward to sharing those pictures with you as well!

Newborn Sweetness :: {Dayton and Springfield Newborn Photographer}

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 22:44:00 +0000

Finally...a little bit of pink in a house full of blue. Baby girl joined her 3 big brothers last week during a HUGE snow/icestorm that took out half of the midwest.

Fortunately, her family had power, and mom had an amazing homebirth attended by her family and close friends!

Here are a couple of pics from our session...can't wait to show you the rest, H and L!

Senior Book :: {Dayton and Springfield Senior Photographer}

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 16:16:00 +0000

Things have been busy, busy, busy around here. I will have quite a few posts coming up in the next few weeks, including an AWESOME wedding and some brand new newborn snuggliness!

In the meantime, I wanted to share a couple layouts from a senior book I just put together. Coffee Table books or Flush-mount Session Albums are the perfect way to "have it all." You get all of your favorite shots from the session, put together in a custom-designed album.

You get a choice of a custom-designed cover with one of your images (like the example below) or a leather, silk, or canvas cover option.

Here are a couple of layouts from Kasey's Senior Session:

the COVER:

{Kara and Sam Slideshow}:: Dayton and Springfield Wedding Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 22:36:00 +0000

I wanted to share the email I got from Gina (Kara's mom) when she saw the slideshow. You know, as a photographer...there is nothing more special than hearing that you successfully captured someone's memories.

And weddings happen so fast that pictures are even more important to help the bride, groom, and family remember how fabulous the day really was...as Gina points out in her email.g

Oh my gosh Brandy, all I can say right now it WOW! I've never seen such great pictures in my life!! It doesn't hurt that Kara especially is very photogenic but they all are absolutely wonderful! I had tears in my eyes just watching the slide show. (and maybe that's normal, but not for me) You captured a lot of great memories for them and for me. Honestly so much was happening so fast that night that I missed a lot and it makes me sad but at least I'll have the pictures now to show me what I missed and I can feel a part of it. I will recommend you to everyone, honestly. I can't tell you enough how pleased I am with the outcome and we haven't even seen them all yet. "

{2010 Seniors} - Rep Applications

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:23:00 +0000

Brandy Ellen Photography is now taking applications for our 2010 Senior Reps.

Reps will be chosen by February 28th, so be sure to apply soon!

It is going to be an awesome year!

{Growing...} Dayton and Springfield Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 18:57:00 +0000

...like a weed! When we took Destin in for his check-up a couple of weeks ago, he had doubled his weight in a month.

Then the vet casually said, "His paws seem more proportionally bigger than his body compared to last time!"

Today was the first time he actually has seen a significant amount of snow on the ground...he is so cute to watch bounding in it and eating it. I thought I would share a picture of him from today (and one from the day we got him for comparison).

THEN:

TODAY!

{Sam & Kara:: Wedding} Dayton and Springfield Wedding Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 16:12:00 +0000

Young. Beautiful. In Love.

It is the stuff of fairytale romances. Kara and Sam took that idea and made it a reality for their wedding.

A winter theme - complete with white, red, snowflakes, and Christmas trees - made for a gorgeous setting for their special day. They were full of energy and full of adoration for each other.

Thanks for letting me capture your memories for you!

Special shout-out to Stacey! Thanks for coming to second shoot with me! Stacey did an awesome job...check out her blog for some of her images!

Happy Holidays!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Brandy Ellen Photography) — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 15:19:00 +0000

Brandy Ellen Photography is closed for the Holidays. We will reopening on January 5th - ready to place orders and book sessions for 2009.

As you are thinking about when you might want to schedule your 2009 session, that we are currently booking approximately 4-6 weeks in advance.

I want to make sure that I can meet your family, wedding, or baby session needs...so please be sure to plan ahead and call early!

Have a wonderful holiday with family and friends, and I look forward to working with you in 2009.

And, b/c it is just boring to post without a picture...here is one from a recent wedding that has several of my favorite elements...you all know how I love me some sunflare and sunsets! ;)