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| This isn't an engagement session - rather Rebecca & Keith have asked me to help scout the best location on this property to have their ceremony - so this morning I drove west about an hour outside NYC. This privately owned farm is also a Bed & Breakfast and a place many couples have their wedding. I was flattered that they asked me to help choose their outdoor ceremony location - and this gorgeous property has much to choose from - not to mention all the wonderful and playful backdrops such as animals -barns and haystacks - gardens open fields - pebble paths etc.
Being thrilled by all the charm and getting excited about this location for their wedding - I couldn't resist including Rebecca & Keith in a few shots - totally unplanned but fun. We decided on a beautiful scenic open field and who knows - below will be interesting come day of the wedding!!! Check back in July |
| I know it's been a while since I've posted and no it's not because we have nothing to share it's because wedding season is slowing down and in turn have related numerous projects Yes it's that time of year when album orders are coming in - clients have selected their favorite images and I create the magic of storytelling in a beautiful clean presentation - so that's what we are doing here. We are also gearing up for 2010 - meeting and booking some very cool clients!!
Below are pictures taken in NYC last night of a surprise 40th. birthday party. The location is a salon owned by a friend of mine who converted the space into a coney island themed blast. There was a popcorn machine, hot dog stand, Pinata with one ounce liquor bottles inside - of course the bottles are plastic and not glass - whew. I brought the camera for fun but unfortunately, Jeff and I only stayed 1 hour since he had a photo shoot to be at 7:00 am the next morning. We missed quite a bit of the events that happened later that night:( top image is the birthday boy and his wife and a few other characters! |
| Jeff and I spent 8 glorious days in California - a place we love most specifically Santa Barbara where we both went to college and met. We arrived in Huntington Beach where Jeff was raised, and visited with family and friends. One day was spent on the beach where we barbecued, rode bikes and took family pics. We then headed to Santa Barbara for the remainder of out trip and stayed on Jeff's family ranch (directly across Highway 101 with ocean view) which is 650 acres of avocado groves, some pomegranate, citrus fruit and cattle that graze on the land. Did I mention Heaven! We love it there. It's so scenic with mountains and trails all around. We woke up to coffee every morning and went for walks and took of course many photos. We also visited with friends we hadn't seen in 10 years and teachers from the college we attended.
We really enjoy sharing our pics of travels so hope you enjoy. |
| Surf and boogie boards Huntington Beach, CA |
| Riding on boardwalk Huntington beach |
| artifact and beautiful scenic on family ranch, Santa Barbara |
| morning walk on ranch |
| good friends. Kelsey owns a hip clothing store in Santa Barbara |
| my friend angela from college days - she was also my muse. I loved photographing her. |
| My good friend's kids |
| Miami! I loved this pool. which you will see at the bottom of this post, I sat there for hours reading - occasionally sipping wine, people watching and snapping. I then spent a few hours with my friend Lara, and her two year old son Sacha on the beach, He's a fire cracker with a fantastic personality. This was my first session with the two of them.
By the way Lara is also an awesome jewelry designer check out her site! |
| i thought this was a cool shot of the yellow chairs - makes me want to return to just that spot. |
| I managed to get this still shot which I love - after that he was on constant move. |
| Sacha pulled off his shorts - freedom |
| Back to the pool. isn't it glorious! |
| Jeff and I went to Napa Valley for two reasons, one was to attend my very dear friend's wedding and the other was to celebrate our 12 years together. We typically don't celebrate our years together but this was quite special. We arrived in Calistoga known for wineries, hot springs, mud baths, spa treatments and outdoor activities. Jeff and I aren't into the spa treatments but chose to spend every waking moment exploring the outdoors. Here is a list of the things we did. Visited a petrified forest the largest in the world, went to Napa State Reserve for horse back riding and the Jack London Ranch for another day of horse back riding - 3 hrs of country and saw a 1500 year old redwood tree. We rented a bike for half a day and rode back country roads which was absolutely stunning, two wine tastings, scenic driving, ice cream everyday, visited a geyser, explored the small town of St. Helena and had lunch with friends, finished the days with dinner and wine and hot jacuzzi. Jeff and I took a lot of pictures of us having fun, normally there are never pics of me since I am camera shy - I know it's silly.
We were sad to leave and already miss our new friend Dominic who was our horse back riding guide for two days and owns the Triple Horse Creek Outfit - 3 breath takingt locations. If you ever visit Napa, I recommend riding with them. The horses are treated so well and are so loved and live in a beautiful environment. |
| Our first day walking around Calistoga |
| Horseback riding at Napa State Reserve |
| Dominic the amazing guide and Smoke which was the horse I rode - a lovely horse |
| wine/grape tree - love this shot |
| across the street from the trees |
| pulled over to check out the area |
| the park of a historic mill in Napa |
| Second day of riding at the Jack London Ranch 1 hour outside of Napa. This horse is a beauty - she loved to eat the wild purple flowers along the trail. |
| Jeff and Dominic |
| Dominic |
| Sipping a lemon sorbet and vanilla ice cream shake. We stopped here everyday. |
| Last day in Calistoga - it was a little chilly |
| love this time of day with the sun setting |
| last shot of the trip |
| I woke up today with the sight of snow out my window. Dreary as that was after a 65 degree day this week and wearing sandals, I headed to my meet my girlfriend in Brooklyn for lunch. Pia is such a cute girl with a great smile yet she hates being photographed and looks frightened when one is aimed at her. I can always rely on coaxing some action to create some fun natural shots. I think she looks terrific!
Here's my fun afternoon with a good friend! |
| yes she has gum in her mouth - it works |
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