Dayton, Ohio Wedding Photographer: Leanne & Joshua Part II

I am having so much fun working with the wedding photos of Leanne and Josh. I just had to post a few more and I wanted to give you two something to enjoy until I can finish the rest hopefully by the end of next week. Enjoy!

Another favorite of the bride.

So, I was in a black & white editing mood today...

The idea for this shot came from several other photographers I've seen. My concept (whether correct or not) was that the couple did not see each other before the wedding, but held hands on opposite sides of the door... no speaking... no peeking. I think it worked!! So romantic! A great idea for future couples.


Hopping into the limo...

Their first dance.
Finally, a great capture from Adam - I love the off-centeredness of the shot and the emotion between a father and his little girl. Way to go Adam!

Dayton, Ohio Wedding Photographer: Leanne & Joshua

On Saturday, I had the pleasure of capturing the wedding day of Leanne and Josh. It was the perfect day outside - sunshine, blue sky, and fluffy, white clouds. The couple looked gorgeous and the details were beautiful. Thanks for letting me (and Adam) share in your day. Here are some sneak peeks of the great photos that are coming. I am absolutely in LOVE with how the photos are turning out. I hope you enjoy!

WARNING: Tons of photos on the way!!! I was lucky to narrow down the 2,200+ images I took to my favorite 600. Here are just a few! Leanne and Josh - I think you're going to have a hard time choosing. :)




The flowers were beautiful!! Florals by Oberers.

I think Leanne just looks *stunning* in these pictures. My jaw dropped as soon as I downloaded this first shot because that gold/amber sparkle in her eye is all natural - no Photoshop tricks here! Hair by B. Douglas Salon in Huber Heights and make-up by Bangs in Centerville.

The handsome groom awaiting his bride.

The wedding party had style and sass...

And now comes the point in time when I rave about my new camera gear. About two weeks ago I finally caved and made the investment in the Canon 5D Mark II camera, the 24-70mm f/2.8L lens, and the 70-200mm f/2.8L IS lens. And WOW! I now have to say it was the best investment/decision I've made!! I am so impressed with the sharpness of the images throughout the ceremony. I didn't put that 70-200mm bad boy down!

That awesome zoom can give me pictures like *this.*
And *this* (from the back of the church)... I just didn't know what I was missing until I tried it, now I won't be able to live without it!

This is just too adorable!

The gorgeous, delicious cake was from Ele' in West Carrollton... always wonderful.
The catering was also wonderful, provided by the Amber Rose Restaurant in Dayton. The mashed potatoes are THE BEST.

I have to give my awesome assistant/husband credit for the next two. He got this awesome capture of the couple.
And he served as my "spy" across the street from the church with my favorite zoom lens.
I loved this shot because of the colorful lights the DJ used. Makes for great photography. Music, lights, disco ball, and fog provided by Pete's Dancin' DJ Service from Huber Heights.
Congratulations and thanks again you two! I can't wait to share the rest of the images with you!

Dayton, Ohio Photographer: Ashley & Sam Engagement Session

This weekend I had an engagement photo session with future Harrington Photography bride and groom - Ashley and Sam. The weather was perfect and the scenery was absolutely beautiful at Charleston Falls Nature Preserve near Dayton. I had never been there before, but Ashley and Sam were quite familiar with the location - it's where Sam proposed!! I definitely recommend it as a great photo location because of all the great scenery and textures. I hope to get to explore it again sometime with my hubby and pups. :)

I had a great time with these two. I met them a few weeks ago when I did Ashley's family's photo session (see below). You can really see how much they care about each other in the photos. And I am in LOVE with how they turned out - so bright and colorful! It was great natural lighting back in the woods.

Here are a few for you to enjoy.



Trying out a little creativity...



This is so adorable...



"Hey ba-by..." Haha! LOVE it! You two have such chemistry together.

A little fun: "Yay! We're engaged!"

I can't wait until the wedding, it will be so much fun!!

Columbus, Ohio Photographer: Final HDR Project

Tonight my final project in my HDR class is due. The only rule was that it had to include people (which if you know anything about HDR, that makes for a HUGE challenge since HDR subjects are easiest when stationary). It's hard to ask someone to sit COMPLETELY still while you shoot 9 images of them.

Anyways, my friends Nate and Maria were so nice to pose for me at the park across from my house. Here is the result. How adorable! Thanks for your help you two!
Cross your fingers for an "A"!

Columbus, Ohio Photographer: HDR Happy

So, I finally broke down and purchased a license for the HDR software I wanted. I got a beautiful deal on it, so I couldn't say no. And now, I'm a little HDR-Happy. (They warned me about this... don't HDR EVERYTHING!!)

Here are three recent projects I've been working on. Last week I had a project to compose an interior shot with exterior lighting coming in. To get my inspiration, I called the kind people at Columbus' BoMA (Bar of Modern Art) to see if I could shoot some images of their stained glass windows. Here is the result.

And, for this week's outdoor shot, I chose an exterior image of BoMA. It is a former church converted to a night club/restaurant/event hall. Very, very cool! I made it a little bit spooky looking too. It was an overcast yuck-o day.

Finally, I took this image at Greenlawn Cemetery earlier this month, but never processed it. A lot of wild looking tombs and mausoleums there if you've never been! Great for (HDR) photographers.

Columbus, Ohio Photographer: Race for a Cause, Race for a Cure!

This morning, my husband Adam and I were two of over 45,000 people to participate in Columbus' Komen Race for the Cure. It was our first time walking in the 5K race, but I'm sure it won't be our last!

My friends from work at CSCC (thanks to them for taking some of the great shots!) put together a group to join 10TV News' "Heather's Team." Heather Pick was a reporter from the station who lost her battle with breast cancer in 2008. Her team was able to gain over 7,000 members to participate in the race this year. As a tribute to Heather, who wore a pink wig on her last newscast, we were each given pink wigs to wear. Here are Adam and I posing in our wigs.
And here is our mini-team consisting of Sue, Laura, Adam, Marcy, me, Adam, Riki, and Janet. Go team!
There were lots of vendors there (I wish we had more time to look around), but in high demand were the pink hero capes which we proudly wore throughout the entire race.

During the race it was amazing to see the sea of people that were heading towards the downtown Columbus skyline, as far as the eye could see in front of us and behind us.
This was our final leg of the race, and since it's heading downhill a bit it gives you a better perspective of just HOW MANY people were there! Over $2 Million was raised by Columbus today. Woohoo!

And of course my puppy Tators is a huge supporter of the race. He was happy to pose in the pink wig when we got home, too.

If the Race ever comes to your hometown, I hope you can get to experience this amazing, inspiring event! It's very fun, but emotional at the same time to see all the survivors and to learn about the loved ones who the participants are walking in celebration or in memory of... I learned today that the reality is that this awful disease touches everyone's life in some way. Support the cause!