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October 27, 2008

Amy + Ian

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I met up with Amy and Ian at Amy’s house down in South Jersey. Then we headed over to this cool park by Amy’s house. It had a bunch of really cool old historic buildings to work with. Great job scouting Amy! Amy and Ian are a super fun couple who were up for anything! YAY! I had an awesome time working with them, and I’m really looking forward to photographing their wedding next year!

My first two shots from today were just test shots, this photograph was literally my third shot! When you get this on the third shot, you just know you’re going to have a great session!

We had this cat following us around most of the session. I know Amy wasn’t a big fan of this little furry “third wheel” but what can I say, I love cats!

FAVE!

Just admit it, it’s yummy!

Yep, Ian is a giant! That’s a size 16 shoe folks!

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October 26, 2008

Penni + Tom

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Penni and Tom’s wedding took place at the beautiful Catlin Gardens in Slate Hill NY. It seems like just two weeks ago that I was at Catlin Gardens photographing a wedding….wait a minute, it was two weeks ago! Once again, it was a perfect day for a wedding. Not too warm, not too cold, some fall color, and an awesome couple getting married! What more could you ask for?! Penni and Tom were pretty nervous about the weather too, since it had poured all day just the day before. I had such a great time photographing this wedding. Penni and Tom were so laid back and and so easy to work with! And thanks for letting me steal you guys from the reception for 10 minutes as the sun was getting ready to set too, you guys rock! Congratulations, and I can’t remember all the different places you will be visiting on your honeymoon so I’ll just say have a blast in the Far East, and hope that covers it!

I love how Penni is putting her shoes on while still having make-up applied to her!

Little Logan, the ring barer, and Tom’s nephew, leaning out to get a better look.

Logan looking on as his dad signs the marriage license.

I like how Penni and Tom are being lit by the sun reflecting off of a window from the venue.

Tom’s brother, and best man, giving a great toast.

This is so cute! It’s Penni’s parents in the photo booth.

You didn’t really think I would blog a wedding without some yummy sun flare did you?!

Penni getting down with her niece.

Penni and her sister give their mom a smooch as she blows out the candles on her birthday cake.

I love the look this little girl is giving her dad as they dance together.

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October 24, 2008

Mikayla

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This shoot almost didn’t happen due to some unforeseen scheduling conflicts, but I’m so glad I was able to make it work! I met little Mikayla and her parents in Central Park today for some fall fun! Mikayla LOVED playing with all the leaves in the park. We all had a great time strolling around the park and enjoying that cool autumn air. I’m going to start out with one of my newest favorite kid shots. Mikayla was sitting between her parents, so I asked them to kiss (the parents silly) and when they did, Mikaylay looked up at them and made a “pucker” face too. SO cute!!! Thanks for a great day out guys.

I love this little mischievous look on Mikayla’s face.

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October 20, 2008

Sabrina + Jeff

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I met up with Sabrina and Jeff this afternoon in Central Park for their engagement session. They chose this location because this is where Jeff proposed to Sabrina. Originally Jeff was going to pop the question while they were on a long carriage ride through the park, but apparently the driver wouldn’t shut up long enough for Jeff to do it. Note to Central Park carriage drivers: shut yer stinkin’ traps and leave couples alone! As soon as I met Sabrina and Jeff at the bandshell, I noticed a skateboarder tooling around. I immediately knew what I wanted to do. Still being somewhat involved in skateboarding, I knew this guy was good enough to pull off what I wanted to do. Luckily Sabrina and Jeff were, excuse the pun, on board with my idea too! I have to thank Christoph, the skateboarder, who was kind enough to ollie over Sabrina and Jeff several times for us. I hope you enjoy your visit to the states! Later in the session, Sabrina, Jeff and I had fun chasing after the sun as it was slowly disappearing behind a tall building. We probably looked pretty silly running around the park chasing after it, but then again, it is Central Park, and I’m almost certain MUCH more bizarre things have been witnessed! I had a blast today guys, and I can’t wait to photograph your wedding next year!

Here is Christoph, who was visiting from Germany, ollieing in front of Sabrina and Jeff.

I’ve always wanted to do a shot like this! As an added bonus, it says “Lovers” right between Sabrina and Jeff, it was just meant to be!

Their expressions are genuine, the proposal however, is just a re-enactment.

Continuing with my yummy sun flare kick!

Love this one!

Waiting for there to be no people in this shot took some patience. Thanks guys!

Fave!

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October 19, 2008

Book Cover

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I was contacted several months ago by a book publisher who was interested in using one of my fine art photographs on the cover of a book she was working on. After we worked out all the details, I sort of forgot about it. Until today! A curious package arrived in the mail and when I opened it I saw my photograph on the cover of this book. Then it all came back to me. Of course I am biased, but I think the cover came out great! I’m not much of a book worm, and even if I was I don’t think I would have much time for reading anyway, but hey, maybe it’s a good read. I’m not sure what the distribution is on this book, so it may or may not be in the big chains.

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October 19, 2008

Kaden

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I didn’t realize until today that Kaden’s parents were actually at last night wedding! Anyway, I met up with Kaden and his parents over at his house. Kaden was already in his car seat, waiting to head over to a local park. His dad went inside for something and I hopped in the car. Kaden is so laid back that he wasn’t fazed or frightened of a complete stranger sharing the back seat with him. Then again, my fake duck quacks are pretty entertaining! When we got to the park, Kaden had lots of fun playing in the leaves, and “mowing” the grass! Then it was back over to Kaden’s crib for cake! YAY! Happy birthday Kaden, and thanks for a nice day out in the park!

I love this shot of Kaden’s parents showering him with leaves, but he’s more interested in my camera!

Go sawcks!

Kaden has already started lifting weights!

Fave!

On the ride back to Kaden’s he became very interested in my camera.

Love this one too!

Happy Birthday buddy!

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Jeremy Shepler - These are phenomenal pictures. Thank you for the excellent work. We look forward to seeing the other pictures.

Jeremy

Daisy Karnell - Oh my goodness…. these are terrific! Love them – thanks for sharing!!!! Love you guys!

Liane Powers - Beautiful pictures, I love them all!

nana Rosanne - These are FABULOUS pictures. I just love them! I can’t wait to see the rest. I just feel so joyful looking at them.

Brian Ward - Words can not express what great pictures these are! I love every second
of looking at them , just wish I could be there in person! what a happy
boy he is! love ya all!

Bridget Holt - Such CUTE pictures!!! Love the lawn mower picture – he looks so sweet and happy in all of them. Thanks for sharing : ) Love you – Bridget

Leyla Hardy - Kaden is soooo handsome….those beautiful eyes! I love, love, LOVE these pics. You guys look like the pictures that are in the picture frames when you buy them. So stinkin’ cute!

Linda Mitchell - Pure love and joy! I love the pictures and I love you guys! There is nothing more beautiful than family love in the purest form combined with the beauty of nature! Can’t wait to see more!!!
LM

Jason Russo - Awesome photos! Love that kid…and the parents are pretty cool too

Keriane - He’s so adorable! I love it! Can’t wait to see you all at Thanksgiving!

Frank Martin - Amazing photos of the family. Rare that they get so perfect! Love you guys!

Tonya McKee Finlay - These are sooooo adorable. Kaden is so cute and it is amazing to see his daddy as a grown man with so much love in his eyes. Jeremy, it is so great to see you with your own little family. You have a lovely family. Thanks for sending me the link. It made my eyes water.

Your old and I mean old Nanny,

Tonya

October 18, 2008

Dana + Matt

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I can’t believe it’s been almost a year since I shot Dana and Matt’s engagement session! Dana and Matt are a really sweet couple, and it was my absolute pleasure to photograph their wedding. This was one of those rare weddings where everything just went right according to schedule! Dana looked stunning, and Matt didn’t look half bad himself! One of the best things about today was when we got to Natirar Park in Peapack. It was a beautiful park, lots of trees and open grassy spaces too. The tree’s had some great fall colors happening, and the sun was beginning its daily decent, which meant gorgeous warm light and cool long shadows! In fact, once again I am not posting in chronological order because I just couldn’t wait to post one of my favorite bridal party pictures ever! So, that one’s up first, then it’s back to chronological order. Dana and Matt’s reception was held at the lovely Park Savoy in Florham Park, NJ. This was certainly a lively crowd which is always fun to photograph. I had a blast today guys! Congratulations, and enjoy your honeymoon in Hawaii!

FAVE!

I love the expressions between Dana and her Maid of Honor, Christine.

Dana shed a few tears after coming downstairs and seeing everyone.

I told Christine, the Maid of Honor, that I would mention her on the blog for being such a GREAT assistant for me. She was holding a reflector for me off to camera left. Thanks Christine!

Go time!

I love catching brides looking over at their soon to be husbands during the ceremony.

I love the look on Matt’s face in this shot. Most likely it was directed over to his mom.

Hey Ray!

Another fave!

YUMMY!

The end and the beginning!

So cute! Every so often I would catch Matt kissing Dana’s nose.

I had some technical difficulties with this shot, but I’m so glad I was able to salvage it in post processing. I just had a split second to get it framed like this and I think the expression on Dana’s face as she is listening to her father give a toast is pretty special.