yesterday, i was at the grocery store picking up a few things and i ran into an acquaintance who i have not kept up with and hadn’t seen in a long time. she apparently did not realize that i’m into photography now. what she said, made an impact on me and i couldn’t shake it all day and still haven’t today. we were doing the small talk catchup thing and she mentioned that her son had recently gotten married. that was an instant connection obviously, so that’s what we talked about. she made a statement about their photographer (who happens to be a local photographer whose style is very different than mine and who i’ve never felt particularly connected to). she was telling me about a project they were doing with one of their photos and how she had said to her son something to this effect: “don’t have __________ _______ take that photo, he’ll charge an arm and leg for it.” i couldn’t believe how defensive i felt for him. i guess my reason for sharing this, is that i think we all sort of take each others gifts and talents for granted. i don’t think many of us probably have the proper respect for each other in our professions or giftings. i don’t think that having a family member take the photo for their “project” was wrong at all. i think it’s sad that she spoke with such disdain using the photographer’s name and what he would charge in public. the funny thing to me, is that her husband is a professional himself and i’m sure it would make them feel badly to hear a similiar statement about his business and what he charges. and here’s the thing, i’m not wanting to make it out that she is a “bad” person for saying what she said, she’s actually a very nice woman. i felt convicted myself, about things i’ve said in regard to professionals in the past and what they charge for their services. granted, in some cases, there are professionals who do overcharge…but i don’t think it’s fair to make general statements or assumptions and malign people’s businesses and good name. i’ve learned a valuable lesson. once again, it goes back to the golden rule! life really doesn’t have to be that complicated.
life IS full of lessons, isn’t it? one thing that i must mention on a more positive note, that has recently become apparent to me and i’m so thankful for, is that my business in my own hometown has really taken off. for the first few years, my clientele was primarily omaha and lincoln….but things seem to have really caught on here in fremont now! that thrills me! i love my hometown and i want to be supported by my locals. i know that i need the metro area’s support to “make” it, but of course, i’ve longed to be successful in my own town. i know that my non-traditional style isn’t for everyone, so i’ve understood the slow start locally. but i’m so thankful for the local support! it means the world to me!
the wedding that i photographed saturday was here in town. only the second one of all the weddings i’ve shot that has been in town. i loved it! of course i love traveling around and shooting weddings in different locales, but it is wonderful to be in my own hometown too! i drive past the beautiful catholic church almost daily and have always wanted to shoot a wedding there. by the way, it’s the church where kirby and amber got married…and i remember their photographer just continuously talking about what a lovely location it is. and it is.
it was the perfect day saturday.
her shoes were one of my favorite details.
both zach and courtney have amazing families, to say the least. courtney’s dad, jim drove z & c to several locations for their couple shots and he was just a joy to have there. he was everything a father of the bride should be and way more. he even stood guard over dog poop, so that none of us would step in it!
details. they do make such a difference. the cookies were just over the top adorable!
such a classic, gorgeous bride.
3 generations of beautiful women. i’m not just saying that…i mean it through and through.
this image is straight out of the camera. all i did was resize and sharpen. we didn’t set this up, she was sitting inside the church after the formal shots and as i walked by, i saw this look. i can’t think of a more beautiful woman i’ve ever photographed. she glowed all day and into the night. this is what every woman/mother/grandmother should be like on their children/grandchildren’s wedding day. i could share so many photos that she is in, and she is stunning and happy in every one.
several times throughout the day, zach’s mom sherry would say things, and i would think, that’s what i’m going to be thinking or saying in a few weeks. is there anything stronger than a mother’s love?
i had a great time getting shots of these two cuties. so full of life and energy! we laughed and laughed.
observing and photographing grandparents at their grandchildren’s weddings, is one of my favorite things! this shot grabs my heart!
zach and courtney-i am honored that you chose me to be your wedding photographer. it was a pleasure and i hope you love the peeks!
have a great weekend everybody!
God bless!
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