Island hopping in Hawaii
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This is a quick informative breakdown of what all the islands of Hawaii have to offer. I put this together using ChatGBT. This is so you can maybe get the travel bug and explore more.
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"Love at First Look: The Ultimate Guide for Brides-To-Be!"
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Dive into the delightful world of first looks with this must-read guide for brides-to-be! Discover everything you need to know about this magical wedding day moment, from heartwarming stories to practical tips and tricks. Get ready to fall head over heels for the idea of seeing your partner before you say 'I do'!
Read MoreUnbelievable Reasons Why You Should Dump Your Client! 💔
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The article advises photographers on handling such situations with a positive attitude: reflecting on boundaries, being honest and clear in communication, offering alternatives, ending on a positive note, and learning from the experience. Firing a client isn't about cutting ties; it's about maintaining joy in your work and creating space for new, appreciative clients. Embrace the change, capture breathtaking moments, and continue spreading the magic of photography, even if it means saying goodbye to clients who don't align with your vision.
Read MoreHawaii honeymoon or vacation. Top 4 things to do.
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You’ve booked a small vacation or honeymoon to Hawaii! Congratulations. Now don’t waste your time with an ATV tour, jet skis or stuff you can do at home. Here’s the top four things I’ll do again and again on future trips to Hawaii. These are the things that will get you hooked on island life without draining your wallet.
Read MoreFirst posting
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This is for wedding professionals. DJ, Photographer, Videographer, Hair & Make-up, Florist, Venue, Justice of the peace (any one performing a sevice at the wedding). Don’t steal the thunder from the newly married couple. Let them have first posting in regards to the beautiful photos i’ve just done. I explain myself better in the blog vs. this little summary.
Read MoreYour first camera setup.
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You want to get a fancy camera for your son, daughter, husband, wife, girlfriend, boyfriend but you don’t know what to get. There’s tons of options out there. Do you get a Canon, Nikon, Sony, Olympus (kidding, never ever get an Olympus), Fuji? I usually send a list to friends who ask me this question followed by a phone call to explain each item on that list. This time I’ve written everything out so I can share it with more people who might be thinking about this very question right now.
Read MoreCorvid-19 update
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I won’t be canceling any of my weddings or engagement shoots. I am however ready to take on any new business from those who are unable to. A majority of what I do can be at a safe distance. Even my meetings have been switched to Skype & FaceTime. Most current weddings into April have been canceled by venues and those brides and going to be looking for new dates and hopefully i’ll have your date later in the year open.
Read MoreDumb tricks that get photographers hired.
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I don’t do bridal shows and I try and stay away from some of the practices of other photographers. If you’re going to make it in this business you can’t do the same exact thing every other photographer does. If we all used the same exact equipment, same “style” aka presets.. then we would be pretty hard to distinguish ourselves from the pack. Here’s some trends that I see and some of how I operate.
Read MoreDavid & Anna at the AC HOTEL, Worcester
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David & Anna’s wedding. Hotel to park to church to hotel. Lots of dancing, great food and great company.
Read MoreHow do we leave you a review?
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Reviews in wedding photography are a cornerstone for both clients and photographers. Engaged couples rely on past clients' experiences to select the right photographer, assessing factors like professionalism and artistic style. Positive reviews enhance photographers' credibility and competitiveness, while constructive feedback aids in refining their craft. Reviews are a vital compass for informed decisions and professional growth in the world of wedding photography.
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Bride, groom, photographer and.... i'll come help!!!!!
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When you see a photographer, bride and groom head off away from the wedding reception or somewhere during the day you should totally follow and help them out by asking them questions and offering suggestions and also giving constructive criticism during this and maybe giving social media updates. Kidding, don't do this!
Read MoreDrove 17 hours for 2.38 minutes
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So when an eclipse happens you don't simply stay home, you go and meet it where it's at it's best. I drove way too long to see something way too short and it was very worth it. Did I mention the waffle house?
Read MoreThe Holy Donut - Portland, Maine
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This post is not so much about words and more about photos. Delicious donut photos are favored in this blog post. Feel free to share. If you are Holy Donuts and are seeing this post then know that I will gladly travel your way and do more proper photos. :)
Read MoreWho steers the ship
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You've hired a wedding photographer but on your wedding day you decide to direct them instead of enjoying the day, that's fine. But... how many weddings have you shot and do you have a method to get all the formals done in twenty minutes?
Read MoreThe flying photographer
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I certainly don't mix my lenses with my socks when I travel. Here's how I travel as a wedding photographer. I'm also endorsing ThinkTANK because they really rock when it comes to photography gear.
Read MoreWhy would you hire me?
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I've put together some ramblings of why you would want to choose me as your wedding photographer. When you choose a wedding photographer you are choosing someone who you will most likely spend the day with. I'm fun and sometimes I bring donuts.
Read MoreThe worst best man's speech
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A best mans speech that threw the bride under the bus. Hope you enjoy this story.
Read MoreI made the bride's daughter cry
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Soooo before you get mad at me, I didn't do anything wrong. While taking photos a waitress yelled at me and afterwards the bride's daughter (9 years old) was absolutely certain this waitress would kick everyone out and cancel the wedding. Here's the story.
Read MoreIt's not a Trump hat!
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So if you haven't seen my Facebook yet then you don't know the yuuuge news. I have a new hat, a red hat, like i've always worn, except.. it has white lettering. Make Mike great again, he's always been great. So the problem with the new hat is Donald Trump also wears a red hat. I guess the big difference will be my ability to write and speak full sentences without using small words and big small hand movements. Okay, enough writing, go and read.
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