Monthly Archives: November 2009

Wedding Photography ~ Emily & Michael Part II ~ Charlotte Wedding Photographer

Emily & Michael were married November 7, 2009 and it was such a happy day! Another great event took place that day & it was Alin’s first time as a second shooter and not just an assistant! This wonderful husband of mine has been by my side and in the shadows assisting at about 40 or so weddings and things have gotten so busy with my company in the last few months I couldn’t think of anyone better to take on as my second shooter. He is the best of the best at whatever he puts his mind to and learns quicker than anyone I know. Plus, he’s got a great eye! I think he did a wonderful job for his first time around and I am so happy to have him joining me in shooting from now on! Here’s a shot I got of him at the wedding.
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This bride is one of the sweetest girls you’ll ever meet. And what a contagious laugh she has too! She is such a natural & classic beauty, she almost reminds me a little bit of Audrey Hepburn in a way. Michael, I could tell by being with them throughout the day, that he’s just one of those guys that has a giving spirit and that is so admirable to me! Emily & Michael’s ceremony took place at the Holy Comforter Episcopal Church, and their reception held at Byron’s South End which by the way, OMG the best Shrimp n’ Grits I’ve ever had!

I loved the lighting where Emily was getting ready, and though the room was inside the church, it had almost a ‘lofty’ feel to it. Enjoy!

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One of my favorite getting ready shots. It’s so raw and just so great to see what really goes on behind the scenes.
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I love how strange this feels. Star Wars curtain in the background, her hand up in the air, and the sun flaring through the the top right window, it almost seems sci-fi to me.
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I love how emotional Emily was while getting dressed.
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Alin shot the one below. I just love her facial expression here.
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Love this shot Alin got of the church.
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Like I said, Emily has the greatest laugh/smile. This is her and one of her bridesmaids outside the church just before the ceremony.
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I can practically still hear her sighing here just before she walked into the church.
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Alin got this next shot of Emily walking down the aisle with her father before they closed the doors on us. We weren’t allowed to take pictures during the ceremony.
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Just married!
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Traditional altar portrait.
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Emily you are just stunning.
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My angle below.
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Alin’s angle below.
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How photogenic are these two?? I mean come on guys! You rock!
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One of my favorites of the day was shot by Alin below. Nice work, babe!
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I love how much fun Emily makes taking pictures.
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Aren’t the colors delicious?
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Emily & Michael’s first dance.
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I love this moment between Emily’s parents.
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Now it’s time for some ridiculous dance moves 101.
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Now let’s finish it off with a very random Bride & Groom portrait.
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November 20, 2009 - 5:19 pm

Beth - That bride is so stunning!! Love her dress hair &veil! perfect captures! just beautiful. And LOVE that last one!! :)

November 20, 2009 - 6:45 pm

Jennifer - So many lovely pictures! What a beautiful wedding and that last picture is just classic! Thank you for sharing!

November 20, 2009 - 6:48 pm

Claudia - These are great, my favorite are pictures 4 and 5 under ridiculous dance moves. The women’s facial expressions and the way they are looking at the guys in those two pictures are absolutely priceless. :) GBU

November 20, 2009 - 10:42 pm

Samantha - Amazing series!

November 21, 2009 - 2:19 am

Anca - This wedding was so quaint and lovely Caroline! You brought it out just right. As for Alin, you sure it is his first time as a second shooter?? WOW! Must have a great teacher ey?

November 21, 2009 - 2:54 am

Caroline Ghetes - LOL, Claudia! So funny because I think it’s hilarious too, the way them girls are looking at her. Thanks to all of you who have stopped by to leave such wonderful comments!

November 21, 2009 - 5:11 am

Jessica - Awesome job Alin!!!! You got some good skills my brother!!!! You did amazing as always Caroline. When’s my turn? ;)

November 23, 2009 - 11:11 am

Audrey - Beautiful pictures and I love the dance poses.

Wedding Photography ~ Emily & Michael Part I ~ Charlotte Wedding Photographer

I said I would post a wedding yesterday and I CANNOT believe the amount of things I have on my plate right now! I haven’t finished all of Emily & Michael’s images for the blog yet, so I’ve decided that I will post it in two parts. Today, is a post from their rehearsal which was held at the Holy Comforter Episcopal Church. I stopped by at Carpe Diem afterward to snap a few during their rehearsal dinner. Stay tuned for Part II tomorrow! Enjoy!

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November 19, 2009 - 7:49 pm

Brooke A - Love that she is crying at the rehearsal!!! So sweet<3

Three Finalists ~ Free Wedding Photography

After reading so many wonderful stories for my Free Wedding Photography Giveaway, Ruffled Blog & I have finally narrowed all of the entries to three deserving couples! To vote for your favorite couple, GO HERE!

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Editing my life away! Check out my playlist!

Editing like a madwoman tonight and so if you wanna hear what I’m listening to, check out my playlist! Below are just 30 second previews of each song. If you want to hear the full length versions, visit my playlist on IMEEM here.


Stay tuned! I’ll be blogging a wedding here tomorrow!

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