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Thursday, February 11, 2010
Table Number Ideas
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Couldn't help but post this picture from Andy Wakeman Photography of a great table number idea. This comes from our past couple Teal and David. Their animals are very important to them, and Teal works very hard saving dogs and other pets in her everyday life. Incorporate something you love and are passionate about on your wedding day!
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Andy Wakeman Photography
In June, Teal and David hired ele3 for our premier wedding planning services for their destination wedding in Glen Arbor, MI. During the pre-planning portion we contacted the new and talented Andy Wakeman of Andy Wakeman Photography out of Traverse City. We blogged about the wedding and featured a few of his pictures at that time, but today we'd like to tell you a little bit more about Andy. If you are intrigued by this Q and A and want to learn more, please feel free to contact him!
When did you know that you wanted to be a photographer?
I have a graphic design background and I've always been in love with images, composition and all art forms in general. Photography was always a hobby that very naturally transitioned into a career path.
How long have you been in the business, and what makes you different from the other photographers out there?
This past summer was my first full season of weddings. I had photographed a few weddings for friends and family the year before. Happy with my results I decided to put a website together. The response since then has been incredible, way beyond my expectations. I think my background is a little different than other photographers. My graphic design / marketing background has given me loads of experience on high budget photo shoots as an "art director". It was a very natural transition for me to pick up the camera and begin shooting since I had been around the process all along.One other thing that makes my images different is just recently I've started shooting some film at my weddings (not the whole wedding just select shots). It really compliments my style of shooting and makes a really soft organic image. The cool thing is with digital scans the bride still receives all of the film images on a disc just as if they were shot digitally.
What is your favorite type of shot?
I love shots that have a vintage feel to them. I don't just mean what the bride is wearing either. Certain compositions and poses just have a more vintage feel. I love anything quirky, sometimes I'll have the bride hold the bouquet in front of their faces while they kiss or something like that. Also, I'm a sucker for using props - old cameras, umbrellas, hats, fans, anything vintage and cool.
Explain your wedding day shooting process.
I'm shooting to tell a story. If I see an interesting texture or decoration then I capture it. These detail photos by themselves are a little bit vague but next to a portrait of the bride they really complete the story. You see this editorial shooting style all over the bridal magazines and it's something that I try to recreate for each of my weddings. Also, I always try to work it out where I have about 20 minutes with the bride and groom alone. For me this is the best way to get the couple relaxed and comfortable which is so important
If you could trade places with any other person for a week, famous or not famous, living or dead, real or fictional, with whom would it be?
I'd trade places with my 3 year old daughter. Mostly because she says the funniest things and I would like to know what she's thinking.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Beth & Chad 2010
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We are DOC's for Beth and Chad, a 2010 client. The happy couple just had their engagement pictures taken by Kelly Sweet Photography. I do not know about you but I am loving the pink umbrella shots! Congratulations Beth and Chad and we are looking forward to your wedding!
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Schrader Photography
pictures courtesy Schrader Photography
ele3 had the pleasure of meeting Greg Schrader of Schrader Photography, and what a treat he is! Please enjoy the mini interview!
Q:When did you realize that taking pictures was a passion for you?
A: I have been taking photos all my life. If I had to narrow it down to
a time in my life that the passion for me really took off....it would
be the first time I did a shoot and the mom took one look at the photos of
her daughter and started to cry.
Q:What made you want to take your passion and turn it into a business?
A: To have the ability to do what I love and love what I do! I know
that might sound corny...But it is so true. How many people get to live
their dream job???
Q:What type of style is your photography?
A: Our objective is to make you look the best you have ever looked in
your life, while telling the story of your dream wedding. Of course you
can and should have confidence that we will capture the precious
moments on your big day without direction from you. Our style of photography is
glamorous, fashionable yet classic, and natural at the same time.
We do not pose you on the wedding day; we prompt and direct you in a
way that appears natural. The more you respond to our direction the less we
get involved. We will not interrupt natural magic but we will help
create it if the need arises.
Q:Can you tell us about a typical wedding day for you?
A: Is there such a thing as a typical wedding day??? (laughing...)
Seriously...I approach every wedding that I do with the mind set of
(and I have this written on my office wall) "Shoot as if your life depends
on it...Because it does"!!! If a married couple could only salvage one
item while fleeing their burning home, most would choose their wedding
album. Photos are priceless, celebrating a time in your life where you've
never been happier, never looked better and are sharing the most precious
moments of your life with the people you love most. At Schrader
Photography we don't take this responsibility lightly.
Q:Do you have any advice to readers who still may be looking for a
Photographer?
A: Connectivity!!! You must have a great connection with your
photographer. You have to be able to see their vision for your day and
you must be able to see yourself in front of their lens. These two
things are a must. Couples book Schrader Photography because they want
images that are timeless and synonymous with style and finesse. A team
effort is required to achieve this style. We photograph your wedding
with the end result of your album in mind. Although your initial
investment includes a certain amount of sides/pages, we don't take just
enough photographs to fill the pages you have booked. We can never add
more images later; on the other hand, if we take enough photographs to
fill 100 pages and you only want or can only afford 30 then this is one
of the best problems you can have. Our challenge is to take the best,
most intriguing and evocative photographs on your wedding day. We
always rise to this challenge and present you with the wonderful dilemma of
having too many gorgeous photographs. Your challenge is to resist
buying them all!
Monday, July 06, 2009
Kelly Sweet Photography
Enjoy these beautiful pictures from Kelly Sweet Photography's Blog. She truly is an artist. It was hard to only choose a handful of pictures from her wedding she shot this last weekend. From the soft hues of rose pink and big bows on the bridesmaid dresses everything is lovely. I also love how the bride added a pop of color to her toes, what a fabulous picture. Gorgeous work Kelly!
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