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Shutterfly saved me some serious time.

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 03:46:00 +0000

So we're getting ready for Addi's upcoming birthday party. I really didn't feel like having to take a couple hours to design an invitation from scratch so Audrey and I went to shutterfly.com.

Awesome work I'd say!

Stationery card

View the entire collection of cards.

We've moved!

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Sun, 09 May 2010 15:44:00 +0000

It's sure been fun, but it's time for us to pack up and move on.

3 months in the making, we have just launched our new blog complete with new look and feel. Don't forget to change your RSS feed to stay up to date with J. Castro Photography and all our goings on. It's going to be an AMAZING 2010.

Come by and take a look around:

www.jcastrophotography.com/blog

Why are there no new blog posts?

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 22:06:00 +0000

That's a great question! Ask me again in two days.

Something new is ready to make it's debut.

Wedding Wire Brides Choice Award! 3 years running!

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:09:00 +0000

Thank you sooo much to all our couples. This is our 3rd year in a row receiving this award. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!!!

The official press release:

WeddingWire, the nation’s leading wedding technology company, just announced J. Castro Photography has been selected to receive the 2010 Bride’s Choice Awards™ for photography!

The annual Bride’s Choice Awards™ recognizes and celebrates excellence in quality and service within the wedding industry, as determined by recent reviews and extensive surveys from over 500,000 newlyweds.

J. Castro photography is among the top five percent of all vendors in the WeddingWire community, which includes over 100,000 wedding professionals across the US and Canada. Awards were given to winners across 19 different service categories, from wedding venues to wedding photographers.

“We are excited to recognize and honor the success of the top wedding professionals within the WeddingWire Community” said Timothy Chi, WeddingWire’s Chief Executive Officer. “The annual Bride’s Choice Awards™ program has given us the unique opportunity to highlight the best wedding professionals in each region as reviewed by brides and grooms who have utilized their services in the past year.”

We are happy to announce that J. Castro Photography is among the very best wedding photographers within the WeddingWire Network, which includes WeddingWire and Martha Stewart Weddings. We would like to thank our past newlyweds for nominating us for the 2010 Bride’s Choice Awards™.

For more information, please visit our WeddingWire Storefront today at http://www.weddingwire.com/biz/castro-photography-southbury/f9398172b5124b10.html.

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Miscellaneous Monday

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:19:00 +0000

"It's just another manic monday..."

Chargers, my San Diego Chargers... you guys broke my heart yesterday. I forgive you though, as I always do. *sniff*
You guys had a rip roaring season and for that I tip my hat. However, I must ask you... Have you any idea what it's like being a Chargers fan in Jets country? Or even worse, a Padres fan in Yankees country? It's not fun... not fun at all. Regardless, I'm a true fan of my San Diego Chargers, always have been, always will be... I'm go gonna go sulk now and eat that entire pack of Kings Hawaiian Sweet Bread that I found at our local grocery store...

Wait. Hawaiian Bread in CT??? Oh yes, my friends. In strolling through the hot food isle at our local Shaws I stumbled onto a familiar brown and orange bag hiding underneath the register. Upon closer inspection I quickly discovered that it was food that I grew up with as a child in Hawaii. Hawaiian Sweet Bread. I immediately picked up a few 4 packs for 99 cents a piece -they obviously have no idea how good these things are. I'll be adding this to my weekly grocery list from now on. Maybe I can serve it to our clients when the come to visit us in our new home studio?

Our own home studio. Finally. OK, maybe not "finally" just yet. It's still a work in progress, but I've been longing for a place to meet clients since we first conceived the idea of J. Castro Photography. Our formal living room is in the process of being furnished and decorated by me and Audrey. As it sits right now, all that's in the room is a really cool shag rug and accent chair from crate and barrel, and a round glass coffee table from Lillian August. We're still waiting on the custom sofa and remaining accent chair to arrive. Once the room is furnished we'll begin selecting photos for a cluster of canvases to hang on the wall. It's going to be sweet! I'll post some pictures up soon. We're super excited about the whole thing, but to be honest, this is just the beginning of some big sweeping changes happening with us.

This week marks the beginning of our rebranding project. We will be revamping our website, blog, marketing materials, business cards, mailers, EVERYTHING! It's gonna be a blast, I'm like a kid on christmas eve, so excited about what's to come. We've also moved all our administrative functions online. Our clients can now view, sign and print their contracts online, view payments, see the progress of various milestones in their photo processing (album designs, product delivery).

Have a great week everyone!

-Jaymie

And the winner is!

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 01:12:00 +0000

Today is the big day!

Via random drawing we are happy to announce the winner of our 2010 Wedding Photography giveaway....
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Tori and Mike!

Congratulations you two! I will be contacting you soon regarding the details of your prize. To all our couples who participated, stay tuned for some other really cool giveaways. =)

Letters to my daughter: A decade in the life of Daddy

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 14:27:00 +0000

Dearest Addison,

Every letter that I have written you in the past has been about what you have accomplished in life thus far. However, as we have left the first decade of the millenium and have stepped into 2010, I'd like to take this time to share with you what has gone on in your Daddy's life in the past 10 years.

Looking back at 2009 and the first decade of the 21st century it amazes me to see where I am now in my life. I try to imagine my y2k self and looking at who I''ve become and saying "you've come a long way baby!". Here's a brief recap of this past decade my ups and downs, my joy and pain.

In January of 2000 I rang in the new millenium mending a broken heart. We had just returned from a short south american deployment aboard the USS Reuben James. While out to sea, I received a "Dear John" letter from the person who I thought I would spend the rest of my life with. I greeted the new year a bitter and broken man.

Soon however, after reuniting with some old friends who were also stationed in Hawaii I came to realize that all I needed in my life at that moment were good friends and a caring family (you know who you are Rick, Mailon and Mary). I wasn't going to let a broken heart get in the way of me becoming who I had always dreamed of, a Naval Aviator. I applied into the navy's BOOST program a commissioning path for enlisted folks like me who wanted more out of their career. I got an acceptance letter while on deployment in South East Asia early 2001.

I arrived in Newport, RI in August of 2001. Talk about a change of scenery, growing up in Honolulu and San Diego, I was just not accustomed to life in the northeast, particularly, seasons. Highly overrated if you ask me. I was in a new place, absolutely terrified of what I had gotten myself into. BOOST was a very challenging program mentally and physically. It was like going to boot camp and college all at the same time. To take a break from the stresses of the Monday-Friday routine, we left the base every weekend to go do what sailors do best, get drunk and chase girls around. =) On one of those particular weekends we went to SUNY Stony Brook for an Asian American Student conference. 3 guys on a mission to find a hottie... MISSION FAILED! It didn't help that the three of us combined had less game then a baseball team with no pitcher. We left SUNY Stoney Brook rather defeated, but to all was not lost just yet. Our friend Jessica drove us to Danbury, CT to see her friends who were performing at a benefit concert. It was there that I met your mommy. She was totally checking me out from the get go. No really, ask her.

Because of your mommy, I decided to stay in the northeast and finish my training at SUNY Maritime Academy in the Bronx. It was there that my Naval Career started to teeter on the edge. I began suffering from severe anxiety attacks, sleepless nights, and thoughts of suicide. I finally approached my advisor about it and was immediately sent to therapy. My grades began to suffer and eventually I was dropped from the program due to my anxiety disorder. I was suffering from a form of seasonal depression. (SEASONS!!!! OVERRATED I TELL YOU!) I was transferred to the Naval Reserve Center Bronx to await orders for redeployment to the fleet. So here I was again at rock bottom questioning the very foundation of my being. What am I going to do now? Is there anything I can do without screwing it up? I felt absolutely worthless. The only light in this dark time was mommy. She always had an encouraging word, an affectionate kiss. Sometimes she would just hold me. I began to see that She was who I was going to spend the rest of my life with.

October 2003 I proposed to your mom. Thankfully she said yes! As we were paying for our own wedding and wanted to have a big celebration with all our family and friends we decided to have long engagement to allow us time to save for our dream wedding. This is where the seed of becoming a professional photographer was first sowed. We didn't think photography would be a top priority on our list of must haves so went with a photographer who took photos that were just OK but had the right price. We booked based on price alone and continued about our wedding planning.

In 2004, my career in the Navy ended. I was told that I had the choice of getting out or getting stationed on a ship based out of Virginia. I knew that I didn't want to stay on the east coast if your mommy couldn't be with me. She was still 3 years out from finishing her PhD and would not have been able to come along. It was time for me to make a life changing decision. Should I continue my career in the Navy or start anew with my soon to be wife. I hung up my uniform for the last time on October 10, 2004. I began a working in the civilian world as a Field Engineer in the semiconductor industry. Although rewarding and challenging, it still sorely miss the camaraderie that I had in the Navy. And although I am now a small business owner, it is this job that pays most of the bills and has become just as much a part of me as the Navy and my photography.

May 29, 2005 your mommy and I were married in Danbury, CT. It was a perfect spring day, warm with not a single cloud in the sky. We had family fly in from everywhere! Washington, Hawaii, Colorado, California and the Philippines. We were truly blessed to have so many of our loved ones with us on our most special day. The food was fantastic, the music was great, the people were amazing but the photography was so-so. Mommy began her quest to find a great photographer who could give us what we now realized we wanted from our wedding photography, someone to capture who we were as people, not just posed figures in front of an alter. Not that there is anything wrong with it, but when our proof book consisted almost entirely of posed photos it really made it difficult to remember all that went on that day.

Late summer 2005, Mommy is pregnant! We were so overjoyed and excited about our soon to arrive baby. We began preparing for the arrival of our little one. Tragically, towards the end of her 1st trimester she miscarried. We were both devastated and struggled to cope with what was presented to us. We prayed everyday that what had happened was really not a miscarriage and that baby would arrive soon enough. We didn't try getting pregnant again for over a year... that was you sweetie.

For our first anniversary, your mom booked an anniversary session with Frank Amodo, an AMAZING wedding photographer based out of Oahu. We had such an amazing time with Frank. In his attitude and style, we knew with much regret that he was what we were looking for in a wedding photographer. I wanted to be like Frank. Using his personality and photographic skill to bring out the best in people and capturing that with the click of a shutter. That's what I wanted to be as photographer, thats who I wanted to be at our wedding.

The early fall of 2006 I felt an sense of absolute terror coming over me. In your mom's depression over our wedding photo's she volunteered us to be models at a wedding photography workshop in New York City. ABSOLUTELY.MORTIFIED. However, it was the best decision she ever made for us. We made some new friends that day (Kim, Trevor and now Henry) and also met some really cool rock star photographers. So much talent, such great people... I saw how wonderfully friendly the wedding photography industry can be, who wouldn't want to be part of that group? I wanted in this club bad.

After assisting and second shooting for various photographers in the area, we shot our first wedding in September 2007. J. Castro Photography was born. 2 months later you arrived and changed our lives forever.

If I had to choose, the single most important event in the past 10 years of my life, it would be the day you were born. You have brought a perspective to my life that I have never had. Having you makes me see what is truly important amongst the busy minutia of life. Family matters most. My photography, though I truly love, is still a distant second because without you and your mommy there is nothing. You two are the ones who define my existence and make me who I am. Without you there would be no photography for it is the love of you and your mommy that inspires me to capture that same love that others share with one another. I am no Frank Amodo, but i sincerely believe that I'm a step closer.

This past decade has truly been a wonderful experience. All of it. Good and bad. You can't have good without the bad otherwise, how would you know what was good? I am thankful everyday for what I have. And I am extremely excited about what's to come in the future. I am blessed to have such a wonderful wife and daughter. I am blessed to have such caring friends. I am blessed to have met people that have inspired me to be more than anything I could have ever dreamed. I am truly blessed.

Happy New Year Addi!

Love Always,

Daddy

Black Friday Print Sale

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:26:00 +0000

Hi Everyone

This Thanksgiving, we'd like to show our appreciation to all our clients and their guests for being the awesomest customers around. From today until midnight friday, we will be offering 50% off of all prints, gallery wraps, and digital downloads with a minimum purchase of $25.

All you have to do is choose your images here and enter the code: blackfriday when you check out.

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!

-Jaymie

Lauren and Jay: A Westchester Wedding

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:06:00 +0000

We adore all of our couples but sometimes we meet few that you just want to hug and squeeze to no end. Lauren and Jay are one of those couples. These two are absolutely, hands down, one of the most adorable couples we have worked with this year. Here are some of our faves.

This photo set the tone for the entire day! Smiles and laughter all around please!

Yeah, Lauren wore red shoes that day... BAD.ASS. =)

This gentleman is Liron, he is actually the friend of a few of our couples and was the one who referred us to Lauren and Jay. The reason for the funny look is that when he arrived, all the other groomsmen were dressed in light earth tone vests and ties, and Liron showed up in black and white. LOL! Hilarity ensued along with a bit craziness, mens warehouse who did screw up, redeemed themselves by driving to New Jersey to go get the right suit and deliver it to the hotel in time for the wedding. WHEW!

Here's Jay and his brother Tony giving him a kiss.

See what I mean? Smiles.all.around.

Ever say something you shouldn't say in church? In front of a priest? Yeah, Tony did. =)

The Rotunda and Tappan Hill, Mark Twains pad.

The rockin bridal party.

Having a little fun with LED flashlights.

Lauren and Jay,

You two are a wonderful couple! We wish you both all the best and hope you are having a great time in France and Spain.

Jaymie, Izzac and Ben

Nancy and Brad: A Wedding on the Hudson

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 22:10:00 +0000

I met Nancy and Brad over two years ago when J. Castro Photography first launched. Nancy is the sister of our very first bride, Sandra. I was so stoked that once again, the family had chosen us to be there to document another wonderful wedding.

Nancy and Brad were married at the Rhinecliff Hotel. Here are some highlights:

Dad seeing Nancy for the first time.

Sandra and Michelle... you really don't want to know what was so funny.

Brad getting dressed.

Hee!

Nancy in her super sassy supermodel pose.

Izzac took this one... LOVE IT!

Brad's family owns an apple orchard here in the Hudson valley and every table was named for a type of apple. Cool huh?

First dance.

A dance with dad.

Sandra and John! We love you guys!

Nancy took the liberty of getting on the dance floor and gettin down... unfortunately....

... I had to show her what's up. =)

The party crowd.

Michelle and Nancy

mmmmmm... chocolate wedding cake.

Nancy and Brad,

Thank you for inviting us to your celebration. We had an amazing time spending the day with you. Have fun in Aruba!

Jaymie and Izzac

2010 Wedding photography giveaway!

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:38:00 +0000

Don't forget to book your 2010 wedding soon!

We're giving away a free wedding photography collection to one lucky bride and groom. Here's what you get:

Full day of coverage up to 12 hours on your wedding day
2 Photographers and an assistant to ensure maximum coverage
An online slideshow to see the highlights of your wedding day
A private website for you and your guests to view your photos
100 Custom made cards with your personal web address
A DVD of all images taken on your wedding day

To qualify couples must have a signed contract and retainer with J. Castro Photography submitted no later than December 31, 2009. Your retainer will be credited back to you as an album credit to purchase your wedding album. Our 2010 calendar is filling up fast so call or write us today!

To see our 2009 winners check out Pam and Dave's slideshow here!
For more information send us an email at info@jcastrophotography.com

Addison, Halloween, and our new home

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:18:00 +0000

Dear Addi

This past week has been a bunch of firsts for you. From moving into your new house with your own bedroom to your first halloween that you were able to go trick or treating like the big kids do to eating your first bowl of cereal all by yourself. =)

We finally moved into our new house last Thursday, you were so thrilled about having your own room that you spent nearly the entire day there while we moved all the furniture in. It's so thrilling to Mommy and I to see how proud you are that you now have a room to call your own. You even brought every visitor we had upstairs to show them what a neat little space you have.

We celebrated halloween with your Uncle Ben, Lala and Ang Kong (Grandpa). We took you trick or treating for the very first time. You did so well up until that big dog scared the living daylights out of you. It was so fun to watch you take inventory of all your candy after we got back.

Here are your latest milestone achievements:
You can count to 20 in english, 10 in spanish, 5 in japanese and chinese. Ilocano and tagalog needs some work but with what you know already I don't think it matters at the moment.

You know how to say please, thank you and your welcome. It's really cute when you really really want something that you reply with "thank you, your welcome!" from all your excitement.

We love you Addison!

-Daddy and Mommy

Here are some photos of you from the past month:

Our new home!

The day after we closed we spent the day cleaning, you amused yourself by playing with sponges.

We took you to a pumkin patch to take pictures of your halloween costume.

As always, you totally hammed it up.

The Friday before Halloween we went to your daycare for a Halloween parade.

After the parade, you and mommy decorated your very first pumkin.

"I AM AN ARTEEST!"

Halloween day was quite warm and you begged an pleaded with us to go outside to ride your bike.

Updating mommy's facebook status before going out trick or treating.

House number 1.

Our new neighbors

The two ladybugs.

Candy inventory

mmmm milk duds.

oooooo sugar rush!

Jessica and John: A Hudson Valley Wedding

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:49:00 +0000

Jessica and John were married on October 17 at Anthony's Pier 9 in New Windsor, NY. When I met these two, they had mentioned that they wanted to do a shoot a bowling alley immediately after the reception... Um... HELL YES! Here are a few fav's from their day.

Bowling? OH YEAH!

The latest trend in wedding fashion... bowling shoes.

Jessica and John,

We are absolutely blessed to have had the opportunity to be with you on your wedding day. Thanks for being so awesome!

-Jaymie, Izzac, and Cecilia

Kim and Anthony: A Hudson Valley Wedding

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:13:00 +0000

We shot Kim and Anthony's wedding at the Orange county Arboretum a couple weeks ago. We were fortunate enough to be greeted by blue skies and a rockin couple! Music was provided by the Hudson Valley's own Nuts in a Blender.... I must say, these guys can rock out! Here are some fav's

I love this!

Kim told the guys, not to drink before the ceremony... so just to let you know, this is a "posed" shot *wink wink*

Kim seeing her Dad for the first time on her wedding day.

Peek a boo!

Gorgeous bride? Check! Gorgeous day? Double check!

Best.Cake.Topper.EVER! I challenge anyone to "top" this one.

A dance with Dad...

Kim singing "summer lovin"

"OOOHHHHH BABY YOU! GOT WAT I NEEEEEED! BUT YOU SAY HE'S JUS A FREN, BUT YOO SAY HE JUS A FREN! OH BAAAAABY YOOOOOOOOOU!" ... seriously, Ant was singing some Biz Markie

Kim and Anthony,

Thank you so very much for letting us be with you to celebrate your wedding day. We are honored to call you our friends! Good luck to the both of you. =)

Jaymie and Izzac

Miscellaneous Monday

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 09:52:00 +0000

"Whoa..." -Keanu Reeves in every movie he's ever done.

It sure has been a while since my last Miscellaneous Monday entry. Talk about dropping the ball...

Starting yesterday until Tuesday will be me Addi's first time alone without Mommy since she was born. Audrey left yesterday afternoon to Atlanta for a business trip which leaves me with our almost 2 year old terror. I'm absolutely terrified! LOL! No seriously, as a family we have never been apart for more than 24 hours and I'm a bit nervous about the whole deal, actually Audrey and I were away in Vegas for a few days this year but with Addi being watched by here Nana (my mom), she didn't even bat an eye. Thank goodness Audrey's mom is kind enough to help out and take Addi to day care for me.

It's about 6 am now and Addi is sound asleep. I got to bed around 11:30 after doing my nightly routine of washing sippy cups and bottles and cleaning up the living room after Addi's nightly physical inventory of all her toys.

Audrey's mom should be here in an hour or so to wake her up and take her to day care. I didn't sleep much last night, I miss my wife... I never realized how connected at the hip we are. It's pretty pathetic, but you know what? I wouldn't have it any other way.

...only 36 hours left to go... and just think, I get to this all again next week when Audrey leaves for Baltimore. Wish me luck!

Taylor and Sly: A Westport, CT Engagement

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 19:32:00 +0000

I met Taylor and Sly through a mutual friend. Who happens to be on her way to her own bridal shower today. Congrats to our good friends Christina and Nitin! Anyhow, Taylor had contacted me for her May 2010 wedding this past spring. I was so stoked that Christina had referred us and was even more excited when I met these two love birds and saw how in love these two were.

We met this past weekend in Westport, CT to do their engagement session. I checked the forecast that day and it said, sunny and clear.... but I forgot to read the temperature. It was a chilly 45 degrees when we arrived. And Taylor was wearing a short blue dress, and Sly, a short sleeve shirt. Things warmed up pretty quickly and we had some fun running around this coastal Connecticut town. Check em out!

I choose Westport because it's got some great textures, colors, and is located somewhat between where we all lived.... not! Actually, when I mapped the location, I saw this street below and just had to have this shot.

mmmmm Tiffany & Co., a girls dream come true, a man's credit card black hole... Don't ask me how I know, Audrey and Addi may come after me.

This shot is teh win!

Taylor had asked me that morning if there were any places with flowers to take photos. I thought I had seen a garden while driving in that morning but it turned out to be a planter with weeds growing out of it.... I totally mcgyver'd this shot. =)

Taylor and Sly,

Thanks for coming up to meet me for your engagements session. We'll see you at Christina and Nitin's wedding in November!

-Jaymie

Erin and Patrick: A Hudson Valley Wedding

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 11:14:00 +0000

Erin and Patrick were wed this past saturday at St. Mary's church in Fishkill, NY. We had a blast hanging out with them and their bridal party. We were truly blessed that day with a sunny day and a gorgeous couple. Here are some favorites from Saturday.

I knew from the get go, even at their engagement session that, Erin was a bit shy in front of the camera. My goal for the day was to capture her the way she truly is, a smart beautiful woman with a great smile and a big heart.

See! That wasn't so hard now was it?

The Bridal Party

Erin and Patrick sharing a tender moment.

These two are just adorable. =)

The reception was held at the Dutchess Manor in Beacon, NY. I love shooting here, it overlooks the hudson river and makes for some really BADASS sunset shots... pardon my language... that's how awesome it is.

Daddy with Erin

Patrick with Mom

This party was all about bringing back the old school... here's Patrick's rendition of the robot.

Shakin that booty...

Shot's of Wild Turkey? Ah that brings back memories of my druken sailor days on liberty in Thailand... LOL!

Now this... this is priceless and truly old school. How many people do you know still remember the "kid n play" or can even do it for that matter? These two rocked it to vanilla ice... werd to your mother.

Erin and Patrick,

Thanks for being such a rockin couple. We had an amazing time with you and your family. We wish you both the best!

Jaymie and the J. Castro Photography team

Erin and Patrick: Photobooth fun

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 12:49:00 +0000

See all the images at: http://jcastro.instaproofs.com

Kate and Tim: A New Jersey Wedding

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 11:16:00 +0000

We shot Kate and Tim's wedding in Ridgewood, NJ last weekend... wait last weekend? J. buddy, you're behind on your blogging... yeah things have been a bit hectic here in the J. Castro household. But no more excuses... today is officially my blog catch up day. Here are some fav's from Kate and Tim's beautiful wedding day. Although it was quite wet that day, nothing could stop the love these two share!

2010 Wedding photography giveaway!

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:19:00 +0000

That's right folks we're doing again!

We're giving away a free wedding photography collection to one lucky bride and groom. Here's what you get:

Up to 12 hours of coverage on your wedding day
2 Photographers and an assistant to ensure maximum coverage
An online slideshow to see the highlights of your wedding day
A private website for you and your guests to view your photos
100 Custom made cards with your personal web address
A DVD of all images taken on your wedding day

To qualify couples must have a signed contract and retainer with J. Castro Photography submitted no later than December 31, 2009. Your retainer will be credited back to you as an album credit to purchase your wedding album. Our 2010 calendar is filling up fast so call or write us today!

To see our 2009 winners check out Pam and Dave's slideshow here!
For more information send us an email at info@jcastrophotography.com

Pam and Dave: A Wedding

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 19:15:00 +0000

Pam and Dave were the winners of our 2009 give away. The prize? Engagement session, full day coverage, and an album. We selected the winners out of a hat. No seriously, a hat. My San Diego Padres baseball hat to be exact. =)

I knew Pam and Dave would be a blast to hang out with that day. We definitely had a great time that day. Even the bridal party got in on the fun. Here area few of our fav's from that day.

Ok, so we all know that formals at the alter can be soooooo um, ho hum... but this Pam and her girls had other things in mind. Below, your standard "formal" shot.

This is how to have fun with alter shots!

"Hi, I'm Pam, welcome to my party!"

Pam haz hat.

dey can haz hat too!

DJ Andrew of Enriquez Entertainment. Andrew and Mike rocked the house!

Seeing Pam have all the fun, Dave decided to jump in as well.

Best.cake.shot.ever.

Pam and Dad.

Dave and Mom

Pam and Dave,

We had an amazing time at your wedding. Have fun in Jamaica! We'll see you when you get back!

-Jaymie, Izzac and Doug

Erin and Patrick: A Connecticut engagement

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 16:28:00 +0000

I met Erin and Patrick at Kent Falls State Park last friday for a beautiful afternoon engagement session. We had a blast running around all over the park. I'd definitely got there again. Here are a few of our favorites.

Erin and Patrick,

See you in September! Woohoo!

-Jaymie

Lauren and Andrew: A West Point wedding

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 21:44:00 +0000

Every now and then you meet a couple that just makes you smile. Lauren and Andrew did that to Audrey and I this past Saturday at their wedding. These two met in high school and maintained a long distance relationship while Andrew was away at the United States Military Academy at West Point. Seeing the love between these two just made us smile ear to ear and reminded us how much we love each other.

I met Lauren just over a month ago inquiring about her wedding. When she had told me that Andrew was just returning from Iraq I was eager to have the opportunity once again to give back to our great heroes. Photographing a wedding is chump change when compared to the daily sacrifices our soldiers, sailors, marines, airmen (yeah you too coasties!) and their families make to defend the freedoms we enjoy in this country.

Here are a few images from their special day...

Andrew and Lauren,
Thank you for your service to this country. We are forever indebted to you. Enjoy your Honeymoon!

-Jaymie and Audrey

PS: GO NAVY! BEAT ARMY! ; )

Here's the slideshow... you can also see it at Lauren and Andrew's website here.

Lauren and Andrew: A West Point wedding teaser

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 18:53:00 +0000

More to follow! =)
If you're a guest from Lauren and Andrew's wedding, the slideshow will be posted at www.laurenandandrew.jcastrophotography.com

Miscellaneous Monday

noreply@blogger.com (J. Castro Photography) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:54:00 +0000

This miscellaneous monday entry is dedicated to our friend Christie who wrote me last week complaining that I don't do these entries as often as I used to. So Christie, this ones for you! =)

I've been falling behind on my monday blog entries lately -thanks Christie for reminding me!

-It's been quite hectic here in the J. Castro household. We're finally settled in and starting to get used to living in Connecticut. Although, I must admit, we miss our friends in NY dearly. Funny how we're only one state away and an hour drive from our friends but it feels like we're a million miles away.

-On Friday I drove up to Kent Falls State Park for an engagement session with our clients Erin and Patrick. Stay tuned for the pics. It was a beautiful summer day, which is rare this year. Seems as if mother nature wants to prove those global warming advocates wrong... =).

-Saturday, Audrey and I had the pleasure of shooting the wedding of Lauren and Andrew at West Point. I'm still going through those images but expect a blog post soon! These two are the nicest people in the world! Ever dreamed about marrying your high school sweetheart? These two did! Stay tuned.

This mondays quote is dedicated to all of our friends.

"The most beautiful discovery true friends make is that they can grow separately without growing apart." -Elizabeth Foley

Happy Monday everyone!