My first wedding! Linda and Gary

In February, I was asked to officially shoot a wedding in July, for a friend of the family.  I have to admit, I was scared to death!  I have taken pictures at tons of weddings but not as the official photographer.  So, I purchased my Nikon d5100 and a puffer diffuser and went for it.  It ended up being a BEAUTIFUL day, actually too beautiful.  Lots of sunshine which made it a little tricky but overall, for my first wedding, I feel I did well.  I have lots to learn, lots of new equipment that I need to make it more successful the next time, and better editing programs.  haha.... some hobby I have!  Here are some of the highlights from the day!  Thank you, Gary and Linda, for including me in your special day! 

 I had the pleasure of working with Joy Burke, one of the most wonderful officiants I have ever met!

Hard to be in the wedding and take pictures....

I had the great pleasure of being the Matron of Honor in one of my best friend's weddings.  It was an AMAZING day, however, I didn't get to take many pictures.  Congratulations Patrice and Don!  Thanks for having me be a part of your special day! 

Raspberry Pickin'!

It was a humid, June day, so raspberry picking, why not? Indian Ladder Farms, here we come!

Just a day in the park...

The clouds finally disappeared and it was time to take a trip to the park. Washington Park, that is. This is one of my first outings with my new d5100 and of course, I had to test it out on some cutie pahtootie subjects and some beautiful flowers! Enjoy!