Bridal Show on Sunday, September 13 at UNF

See you at the Jacksonville Bridal Connection show on Sunday, September 13 at UNF. The show lasts from 1pm to 4pm. For more information, visit their website at www.jacksonvillebridalconnection.com.

Flashback to Film-First Roll Shot in 6 years

So, my friend and fellow photographer Heather Ahrens does this thing she calls “Film Friday”. Basically, she tries to shoot a roll of film once a week and posts them on her blog. She challenged her other photographer friends to join her and I’ve taken up the challenge. I’m so glad I did!

Today I found my old film camera buried in the back of my storage unit. It’s just a little Nikon N65 and very different from my Canon pro digital gear. I bought one roll of film- 24 exposures of just plain old Kodak 400 right off the supermarket shelves and headed for the nature preserve by my house.

It took me 45 minutes to shoot 24 frames! I had to carefully compose each and every shot to really make them count. All the images were shot in Manual mode. It was so hard not to be able to see the images instantly on the back of my camera! But, I enjoyed reconnecting with this old friend, my film camera and plan to join Heather in “Film Friday” and shoot a roll a week. I may even bring it to some weddings or portrait sessions just for fun!

After the shoot, I was so excited to see the images, I headed straight to the drugstore and waited the half hour while they processed the film. It’s so cool that they can now go straight from negatives to digital files! Love it!

So, here are a few of my favorites. No processing, no Photoshop. No nothing. I’m loving the vintage look and soft, milky tones of the film. Very retro, don’t you think?

Peas in a Pod

Bee

Pink Daiseys

Inverted reflection of the marsh- inspired by Impressionistic paintings

reflection at sunset on the marsh-impressionistic inspired

thorny

yellow daiseys

Bridal Boudoir Portraits

Are you a bride searching for the perfect gift to give your groom for your wedding? Consider a bridal boudoir portrait. Imagine his surprise as you present him with stunning images of you that are romantic and sexy. The portraits could be presented just before you kiss him goodnight on the eve of your wedding day or even just hours before you walk down the aisle! I’m sure he’d love these images much more than a pocket watch or cufflinks

For more information on bridal boudoir portraits, please visit our website dedicated to romantic photography- www.peekromancephotography.com. We also have a Peek blog at http://peeknews.wordpress.com. Please visit the blog for special offers, events and news.

We’d love to send an information packet your way if you are interested! Just email Jennifer at jenniferbrum@comcast.net to request one.

bridal boudoir portrait

Jax Shoot Club-Shoot Out

Last night I attended the first meeting of the Jax Shoot Club and had a blast! Basically, 20-30 photographers got together downtown with models, a make-up artist and their gear to experiment with new techniques and push ourselves in our art creatively. We broke into small groups and took turns photographing the models in our style. But, it was really great to learn off each other and try things that we maybe haven’t done before. It was a blast to get hours with a bride with no time limits and constraints that come with a wedding day. So, here are a few of my images. Hope you love them!

Credits:

Makeup and Hair was provided by Faythe Mesic: http://www.faythemesic.com/
Bridal Bouquets were provided by Anything with Plants & Flowers: http://www.anythingwithplants.com
Lauren’s Dress and bridal attire was provided by Solutions Bridal of Gainesville: http://www.solutionsbridal.com/
Her dress was by designer Alvina Valenta (style #9700) and her veil was by Lori London (style #VM95)

Jacksonville Magazine “Best of”- I love my clients!

Just wanted to share the good news- the readers of Jacksonville magazine recently named me one of the top photographers in Jacksonville! Thanks so much for your support! I received a nice listing in the magazine and get to go to a fun party in January for all the winners. Yeah for me! I love my clients

Shane is One! Sneak Peek

Wow! I can’t believe Shane is One! It seems like just yesterday that I photographed his newborn session. Time flies! Here is a sneak peek of Shane’s One Year session at the beach. He was running all over the place!

Downtown Jacksonville Wedding-Emily & Frank

On July 25, Emily and Frank were pronounced husband and wife at the gorgeous Immaculate Conception church in downtown Jacksonville. They had a beautiful ceremony and celebrated with family and friends at the Omni Hotel. The room was perfectly decorated complete with professional lighting that really added warmth and color. Congratulations to Dr. & Mrs. Rios!

Entertainment-The Faze Band
Flowers and Decor-Wilsons Limited
Cake-Edgewood Bakery

Emily

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church

Emily & Frank

Limo ride to the reception

First dance at the Omni Hotel-love the light!

Gorgeous decor and floral

Gator Chomp at the grooms cake

Grand exit with rose petals- notice the cute dress Emily changed into!

See Me on the WJXT Morning Show Tomorrow

The WJXT Morning Show is “Bringing Sexy Back” all this week with features on helping women grow their self esteem and sparking romance in your marriage. I kick off the week for them with a segment on Peek romance photography. Watch me LIVE on Channel 4 between 8am and 9am as I am joined by one of my Peek clients Devan whose hubby is currently deployed. She’ll talk about her make over and photo session experience and we’ll even share images from her session. Don’t miss it!

Epping Forest Wedding-Ryan and Josh

On Saturday, Ryan and Josh were blessed with a beautiful wedding and reception at Epping Forest Yacht Club. The rain held off just long enough for the ceremony that Ryan and Josh had hoped for outside. What luck! Congratulations and Best Wishes!

Ryan before the ceremony.

Details and rings.

Gorgeous bride and location=awesome images!

Ryan before the ceremony.

Ryan asked her mom and dad to walk her down the aisle.

Josh's reaction when he sees his bride for the first time. This moment was captured by my assistant Stephanie. Go Steph!

Ryan and Josh.

On the way to the reception.

Gorgeous cake!

First dance- doesn't every bride want to be loved like this!

Sunset portrait on the dock.

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