This past Sunday, Melissa Oholendt invited me to a bridal shoot downtown with her friend, Grace [an amazing album designer], and fellow photographers Joel Nelson and Tim Cothran. They all do amazing work and it was so much fun doing this shoot with them.

We started out at Grace's apartment

Her stunning gown

Melissa doing her thing!

I'm always on my toes when shooting with other photographers because you never know when they'll quick turn their camera on you! Thanks for the shot Joel.

The shot I got

Love this one

We started the shoot in an alley.

Joel in action

By the time we got downtown it was really really dark. Maybe not ideal for a natural light shooter with a little 50mm 1.8 lens. Still had fun though!

This was typical... balancing the camera on my knees, holding my breath [it really works!], then pressing the shutter! I might have to invest in a flash or better camera\lens. Can you imagine me looking like this at an evening wedding? Ahh..NO! Again...thanks Joel for another action shot ;)

Here's Tim getting some good shots in the dark...

Again, a huge thank-you to these photographers. I learned so much from being on this shoot with them!

Also... the fan page is officially up on Facebook. Join!

While at the internship with Kristen Leigh we talked about marketing. I seriously cannot believe how far God has taken me in just over two weeks. Doors are opening, I'm meeting tons of talented people, and I'm connecting with those of you who comment on my blog! You're all amaaaazing!

Thank-you Thank-you Thank-you!!!!

There are a few things that are definitely helping me...

-Blogging. I love reading blogs and connecting with other photographers. It's kind of like an eye into their world... I LOVE IT! Unfortunately, I'm no Jamie Delaine and Jasmine* blogger. They're amazing writers and blog like everyday! I'm that kind of blogger in my dreams! But I'll continue to blog because it's a fun way to share pictures\stories, and see how far you've come [just go back in your archives someday for fun]!

-Website! I'm sooo excited for this. I had finished a website but after talking with some friends we decided it wasn't my brand so I started over. Yes people. Deleted my finished product and completely started from scratch! I almost pulled out my hair, so much work and time, to then just destroy it. But now I can look back and can say it was sooo worth it. I have a few finishing touches to make and then I'll publish my new website! It's soooo me, and my brand! Cannot wait! Here's a preview.

Lastly... beloved facebook! So many people are on facebook. This might sound cheessy but I really don't think my business would be what it is today if it weren't for facebook. The ability to put pictures online and show all my friends has been invaluable. I have gotten more than 80% of my business from people seeing my pictuers on facebook. Like I said... invaluable! I started out with just a personal page. But lately I knew I wanted something more, and a way to connect with more people who aren't my "friends". I have a Julia Mary fan page in the works. I'll be adding updates, promotions, and pictures [DUH!]. It's not up yet [technical difficulties today :\] but I'll announce when it is!

I know Twitter is another great way to market yourself. Also, very important. But I still don't have texting. Yup still living in the stone age over here ;) Oh, do you wanna see my phone?...

Isn't it great? Top of the line, ya know? Once I get texting I'll be sure to start tweeting or twittering and whatever it is!

Lastly I'm in the middle of developing some fabulous business cards using Moo! Definitely check them out. I'm going with the mini cards! Woohoo. I feel so official with business cards!

A thursday isn't a thursday without a little photobooth action right!?

Alright...Happy Thursday!

The day threatened rain but nothing could damper the excitement inside St. Patricks Catholic church. As I walked into the brides dressing room I could hear lots of excited laughter. Chelsea was so eager to finally marry the man of her dreams. Their story began at a grocery store. Tony worked in one department and Chelsea in the other. Eventually their paths crossed and love quickly blossomed. Months later while at a family get together Tony proposed to Chelsea and of course she said, "Yes!" The engagement lasted two years. "It was a long time, but well worth it," remarked Tony.

Loved her Caparros heels!

Chelsea was all smiles!

After some shots with the Bride we headed over to Groom's dressing room

Loved how the suits turned out. So classy!

Next.... The First Look!

Tony was so nervous and so excited all at the same time

Loved her bouquet

After some casual shots outside we headed inside for the formal portraits

Love the simplicity of this one 

The church was beautiful

Married!!!

We found this field with an old school bus, it was perfect!

My favorite part of the reception... chandeliers hanging from the ceiling! So dreamy

First Dance

This was only the second wedding I've shot and I had so much fun. I cannot wait to shoot more weddings in the future! A special thanks to Krista Reynolds of Never Miss a Moment and Amy Rae for letting me come along and shoot with them! These girls are so sweet and I look forward to doing more weddings with them in the future!

Where do I start... this guy is out of this world amazing and talented! Alex and I have known each other for as long as I can remember. When he asked me to take his senior pictures I was more than happy to oblige. He enjoys acting [he's really good!], tennis and cross country! He has also started his own videography business, ASK Entertainment, and does photography on the side. He's so talented and I can't wait to see where he'll go!

When we were driving to the Guthrie Theater downtown, there was pouring rain and hail! We took pictures inside for about an hour and by the time we came outside the storm had passed and the sun was starting to come out!

I typically don't shoot wide angle shots. But I couldn't resist putting these up because I just love them!

Hope your last year in highschool is a good one Alex!