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That's Hot! 2.7.2012 - Sexy Engagement Photo by Top Australian Wedding Photographer Jerry Ghionis

christy — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:11:00 GMT

That light! That dress! Oh my, I love this sexy frame from top Australia based destination wedding photographer Jerry Ghionis' fabulous editorial-inspired engagement session with Stella and Minh!

sexy engagement photo by Jerry Ghionis

Intimate Beaver Creek Resort Wedding From Denver Wedding Photographers Jason + Gina

christy — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:34:00 GMT

With a guest list that was small but comprised of almost entirely out-of-town guests, Katie and Jason wanted their intimate, Colorado mountain lodge wedding to be an extra special celebration for everyone traveling to support them, and great photography played a key role. After their first meeting with Denver wedding photography duo Jason + Gina, Katie and Jason knew they'd found their match, and after seeing these vibrant, natural wedding photos, I have no doubt they did either!

The Newlyweds: Katie and Jason

Junebug: What were your most important goals in planning your wedding?

Katie and Jason: We wanted a comfortable, relaxed event for ourselves and our guests. My husband and I frequently described our vision as 'more dinner party, less wedding'. We invited only our closest friends and family and wanted to spend the time catching up with them. It was very important to us that all of our guests felt included and appreciated.

It was also important that our wedding was personal and a reflection of us. I had a hand in just about every project. For example, I had a vision for wood table numbers so while visiting our families in Iowa over Christmas my dad helped Jason and I cut out all the table numbers in his wood shop. My dad also cut all the wood discs I used to make the escort card display and hanging 'cards' sign. Our style as a couple was entwined in every element.

Junebug: How would you describe your personal wedding style?

Katie and Jason: Mountain Chic - elegant and minimal, with touches of nature.

Junebug: Where did you hold your wedding and reception, and why?

Katie and Jason: Only 5 of our 36 guests actually live in Colorado. We knew we wanted to make the trip really special for the people coming to support us from all over the country. Beaver Creek is such a beautiful and intimate resort; it just makes you feel good to be there. We looked at several venues, but the Park Hyatt has a gorgeous upscale, yet rustic style we love. The private dining space of the 8100 Restaurant was exactly what we were looking for. We had exclusive access to a portion of the restaurant's outdoor patio for cocktail hour, the dining space had beautiful character with amazing chandeliers and a wood burning fireplace, and the billiards room with a pool table and chairs and couches for lounging. Having a small guest list allowed us the flexibility to look at options outside of traditional ballrooms and build upon the dinner party feel. We also wanted the ceremony and reception to be in the same venue so no one had to travel from place to place. After the ceremony, we signed the marriage certificate and went right into cocktail hour, which was so nice.

Junebug: What three adjectives describe your wedding best?

Katie and Jason: Intimate, relaxed, personal

Junebug: What were you looking for in a photographer?

Katie and Jason: We wanted a photographic team who always works together and are comfortable with each other not just a lead photographer and their assistant. There are times during the wedding day when you have to split up and we wanted to be confident that the pictures would be beautiful regardless of who was taking them. Personality-wise we were looking for photographers that we felt comfortable with and would help put us at ease because neither Jason or I feel particularly comfortable in front of the camera. Jason and Gina are so funny and sweet. It was a pleasure to spend our day with them.

Junebug: What specifically drew you to Jason + Gina and their imagery?

Katie and Jason: Jason and Gina do a fantastic job of blending shots that are purely spontaneous, positioned perfectly to catch the light, and posed traditionally to appease the parents. Their work bursts with color and emotion. Seeing the story they tell from beginning to end of other couples' days is what first drew us in, but looking at your own pictures for the first or fiftieth time is amazing. I relive the day every time I look at them.

Junebug: What did you enjoy most about working with Jason and Gina?

Katie and Jason: Jason and Gina were the only photographers we met with in person and knew on the car ride home from our meeting they were it. We actually booked them before our venue because we would rather have had to choose a different location than work with any other photographers. There were particular shots I knew I wanted, but mostly I wanted to be able to leave it up to the experts and trust the result would be beautiful images telling the story of our day. With Jason and Gina, that's exactly what we got. Whether we were standing next to a tree or walking up a hill, they made it look amazing. I didn't worry once that I wouldn't be 100% happy with the results and that was tremendous peace of mind.

The Photographers: Jason + Gina

Junebug: How did you approach this particular wedding and what did you most want to capture during shooting?

Jason and Gina: The outdoor ceremony site at the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek is nestled right up against the ski slope and forest. We approached this wedding wanting to balance capturing the emotion between the bride and groom while highlighting the beauty of the surrounding landscape. We also knew Katie and Jason were having a low-key intimate wedding with around 20 guests. Relaxed, natural photographs.

Junebug: Were there any special photographic requests from the couple that made this wedding especially exciting creatively or personally?

Jason and Gina: Katie and Jason were adamant that we were not just hired photographers. They wanted us to feel like part of their family and shoot natural portraits as well as editorial. Their trust gave us the freedom to experiment with our technique and catch perfect moments.

Junebug: What was the most fun part of this wedding for you to photograph?

Jason and Gina: As much as we love all things wedding, the first look is always our favorite part to shoot. You cannot beat the emotion on a man’s face as he see's his bride for the first time.

Junebug: How did the locations available to you affect the type of images you shot and how you shot them?

Jason and Gina: We are sun-loving photographers and one thing outdoor mountain venues have in surplus of sun! The Park Hyatt Beaver Creek offered such a variety of light to shoot in.

Junebug: Were there any special locations you were able to choose that made for really great images?

Jason and Gina: Beaver Creek is exclusive and gorgeous. The Park Hyatt has everything to offer when it comes to special locations on the mountain from aspen groves, to timber forests, to open meadows (aka ski slopes in the winter). It also boasts one of the most unique chandeliers in Eagle County.

Junebug: What kind of equipment did you use while shooting this wedding?

Jason and Gina: 2 Canon 5D Mark II, Zeiss 35mm f/1.4, Zeiss 100mm f/2, Canon 50mm f/1.2, Canon 85mm f/1.2, Canon 135mm f/2, Canon 70-200mm f/2.8

Thank you so much Katie and Jason for sharing your wedding with us, and thank you Jason and Gina for these gorgeous photos!

Learn about all the wedding professionals who contributed to this celebration on Katie and Jason's page in our Real Wedding Library.

Charlevoix, MI Wedding Photo Collection by Dan Stewart Photography - Katie and Luke

christy — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:01:00 GMT

Summer time, waterfont, a glowing and happy couple, and the photography of talented Michigan wedding photographer Dan Stewart - ingredients for a fantastic wedding day, I'd say! Enjoy these bright and joy-filled wedding photos of Katie and Luke's sweet Charlevoix, Michigan wedding.

From Katie: Luke and I chose Castle Farms because we wanted a venue that was unique and carried a bit of history with it. Additionally, we needed a venue large enough to host all of our guests. Although I'm not the "princess" type I fell in love with the the history and grandness of Castle Farms. We wanted many of our out-of-town guests to enjoy the weekend in Northern Michigan, so we decided to marry on Friday. The rustic and vintage decor used at our wedding was very sentimental as most of it was from my parents' farm where I grew up, or was handcrafted by friends and family. Our guests thoroughly enjoyed the open atmosphere and Castle grounds throughout the evening, as many were gathered outside until dusk. Our favorite part of the day was the anticipation leading up to the ceremony, and our bridal party, friends and family getting together and having a ball on the dance floor! And who could forget seeing tears in my grooms eyes.

From Photographer Dan Stewart: After shooting Luke & Katie's engagement photos I knew that shooting their wedding later that year was going to be a highlight of my 2011 season. They were welcoming, caring and outgoing, all while having a supremely good time. One moment that stands out was after their ceremony. We were taking photos down by the water in Charlevoix and as boats were passing through the canal, they would honk their horns. At the sound of the horn Katie would stop, perk up, and wave her hand as if she were in a parade. It was truly a beautiful day and I couldn't be happier for these two.

The Wedding Team:

Photography: Dan Stewart Photography
Ceremony and Reception Venue: Castle Farms, Charlevoix, MI
Floral Design: Flowers by Marla Courtney Wood
Cake: Cake Connection TC
Caterer: Grey Gables Inn Restaurant
Officiant: Ken Grimes
Transportation: Mackinaw Trolley Company
Wedding Dress Designer: Maggie Sottero
Wedding Dress Shop: The Wedding Bell
Bridesmaids Apparel: Alfred Angelo
Mother-of-the-Bride's Apparel: Mori Lee
Hair & Makeup: hair by J. Marie's Salon and Beyond with makeup by La Dolce Vita Salon
Groom and Groomsmen Apparel: Calvin Klein from JoS A. Banks

Thank you so much Katie and Luke, and Dan!

To learn more about Dan Stewart Photography, please visit his website, blog or Junebug Member Brochure!

That's Hilarious! 2.2.2012 - Funny Wedding Photo by Austin Wedding Photojournalist Ashley Garmon

christy — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:47:00 GMT

We love to see the pretty, polished, final look of a wedding day, but it's also just as fun to get a peek behind-the-scenes, like in this hilarious wedding cake photo captured by Austin based wedding photojournalist Ashley Garmon!

hilarious wedding photo by Ashley Garmon

New Member Preview - Distinctive Wedding Photos from New Junebug Member Photographers - February 2012

christy — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:23:00 GMT

Whether you're getting married in Mexico or Minnesota, Austria or Orange County, or anywhere in between, we want you to find the perfect fit in a wedding photographer. Our World's Best Wedding Photographers Hotlist features artists with an array of styles and approaches, and we're always adding new and wonderful talent. Today we have a little photo introduction of the work of some of the newest members of Junebug Weddings: Caroline Ghetes Photography, Citlalli Rico Photography, Claire Morgan Photography, Daniel Aguilar, D. Park Photography, Francisco Rosso Photography, Geneoh Photography, Jason + Gina Photographers, Kristen Weaver Photography, Olivia Leigh Photographie, Pat Furey Photography, and Viera Photographics. Welcome one and all - we're honored to work with you!

distinctive wedding photo by Mexico based wedding photographer Daniel Aguilar

distinctive wedding photo by Mexico based wedding photographer Daniel Aguilar

distinctive wedding photo by Mexico based wedding photographer Daniel Aguilar

distinctive wedding photo by Chicago based wedding photographer Olivia Leigh Photographie

distinctive wedding photo by Chicago based wedding photographer Olivia Leigh Photographie

distinctive wedding photo by Chicago based wedding photographer Olivia Leigh Photographie

distinctive wedding photo by Mexico based wedding photographer Citlalli Rico Photography

distinctive wedding photo by Mexico based wedding photographer Citlalli Rico Photography

distinctive wedding photo by Mexico based wedding photographer Citlalli Rico Photography

distinctive wedding photo by Austria based wedding photographer Claire Morgan Photography

distinctive wedding photo by Austria based wedding photographer Claire Morgan Photography

distinctive wedding photo by Austria based wedding photographer Claire Morgan Photography

distinctive wedding photo by North Carolina based wedding photographer Caroline Ghetes Photography

distinctive wedding photo by North Carolina based wedding photographer Caroline Ghetes Photography

distinctive wedding photo by North Carolina based wedding photographer Caroline Ghetes Photography

distinctive wedding photo by Orange County wedding photographers Viera Photographics

distinctive wedding photo by Orange County wedding photographers Viera Photographics

distinctive wedding photo by Orange County wedding photographers Viera Photographics

distinctive wedding photo by Orange County wedding photographers D. Park Photography

distinctive wedding photo by Orange County wedding photographers D. Park Photography

distinctive wedding photo by Philadelphia based wedding photographer Pat Furey Photography

distinctive wedding photo by Philadelphia based wedding photographer Pat Furey Photography

distinctive wedding photo by Florida based wedding photographer Kristen Weaver Photography

distinctive wedding photo by Florida based wedding photographer Kristen Weaver Photography

distinctive wedding photo by Spain based wedding photographer Francisco Rosso Photography

distinctive wedding photo by Spain based wedding photographer Francisco Rosso Photography

distinctive wedding photo by Denver based wedding photographers Jason + Gina Photographers

distinctive wedding photo by Denver based wedding photographers Jason + Gina Photographers

distinctive wedding photo by Minnesota based wedding photographer Geneoh Photography

distinctive wedding photo by Minnesota based wedding photographer Geneoh Photography

That's Gorgeous! 1.31.2012 - Stunning Wedding Ceremony Photo by Seattle Based Wedding Photographers J. Garner Studios

christy — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:03:00 GMT

What a simply breathtaking location, and there couldn't have been more gorgeous light for Seattle wedding photographers J. Garner Studios to capture during this sunset ceremony!

gorgeous wedding photo by J. Garner Studios