Okay.. so I've been on Twitter now for over a year... but just now am I starting to "get it"... and wow is it a great resource!!
So, every morning before I get out of bed I first check my email (yes this shows I'm a bit of a workaholic)... then check my facebook... and the newest addition to my routine... TWITTER
I realize that this is just another distraction, another way to be bombarded with people's everyday thoughts moment by moment... BUT there really are some great resources. Just the other day I was reading one of "weddingchicks" posts and found some awesome customized items that would be perfect for any wedding.
I thought I would help out any brides looking for a new distraction but twitter is a little less obvious then reading a magazine at work. Below is a list of a few of my favorites twitter-ites to follow....
One Stylish Bride
Wedding Style
Wedding PR
Martha Weddings
Green Wedding Shoes
Alegria by Design
Bride and Bloom
Bridal Guide Magazine
Wedding Bee
Style Me Pretty
The Knot
Brides
And for you grooms... don't worry there are some for you too...
Sophisticated Groom
The Man Registry
And one of the coolest things about twitter... I find it actually easier to read on a mobile device (iphone, ipad, etc)... then a computer...
hope this helps some of you brides (and grooms) out there looking for advice and not sure where to start!!
Have fun!
Love
A
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Wow.. in all the traveling I've done over the past few years I have never gone a whole week without wireless... even in Macedonia I had it every night... Florida really is a vacation spot (whether you mean for it to be or not).
Now I say "semi" vacation because I still have my computer and my camera and my iphone... AND MY FAVORITE WEDDING MAGAZINE... which means I'm still always working a bit... but the whole emailing and blog thing.. I've got some catching up to do!! SO ... here I am.
First... my favorite wedding mag... this one comes out once a year... its by Real Simple Weddings ... and it is AWESOME. it covers everything... and has no ads. Beautiful design, easy layout, and fun to read!! GO GET IT!!!
Over the past week... I've flown from sunny California where the weather was a perfect 75 degrees ... to Florida where it was 80 and humid... to Mackinac where I am currently sitting... freezing my batooty off with a temperature of about 1 degree!!
So, let me just take you back to the sunny beaches of Florida... here are just a few pics: (more to come)
Next week its off to Chicago, Detroit, and Lansing... portraits tour around the state!
Have a wonderful weekend... and may you stay warm and cozy where ever you may be!
Love
A
Keep your eyes open I am going to be shooting a bunch of Island winter shots.. including THE ICE BRIDGE ... and writing all about that soon.
Now I say "semi" vacation because I still have my computer and my camera and my iphone... AND MY FAVORITE WEDDING MAGAZINE... which means I'm still always working a bit... but the whole emailing and blog thing.. I've got some catching up to do!! SO ... here I am.
First... my favorite wedding mag... this one comes out once a year... its by Real Simple Weddings ... and it is AWESOME. it covers everything... and has no ads. Beautiful design, easy layout, and fun to read!! GO GET IT!!!
Over the past week... I've flown from sunny California where the weather was a perfect 75 degrees ... to Florida where it was 80 and humid... to Mackinac where I am currently sitting... freezing my batooty off with a temperature of about 1 degree!!
So, let me just take you back to the sunny beaches of Florida... here are just a few pics: (more to come)
Next week its off to Chicago, Detroit, and Lansing... portraits tour around the state!
Have a wonderful weekend... and may you stay warm and cozy where ever you may be!
Love
A
Keep your eyes open I am going to be shooting a bunch of Island winter shots.. including THE ICE BRIDGE ... and writing all about that soon.
Maddie:
Beautiful pictures! It was great to see you! :)
(02.11.11 @ 11:54 AM)
Jen Brock:
Can't wait to meet you!
(02.11.11 @ 12:27 PM)
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I just wanted to inform anyone and everyone about my dear friend Chris's new business he is bringing to the Straights of Mackinac... The Black Prince!!
I am sooo excited for him to start this new endeavor. He will be offering all sorts of tours, private and public, on the beautiful straights.
This would be the perfect activity for a rehearsal dinner, family reunion, or just the two of you getting out on the water with many of his different adventures.
So spread the word... The Black Prince is going to be such a wonderful and unique addition to this gorgeous area!!
Thanks Chris... can't wait for a fun 2011 summer!
Love,
A
Jessie Hadley:
This looks great!!! I hope to contract out the Black Prince someday. Thanks for sharing. I hope you come and kayak with us this summer. Bring a friend!
(02.19.11 @ 12:22 PM)
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I am starting to get kind of excited already for next summer... I've already had the best time photographing couples that will be getting married next year... from Katie & Tom in Chicago to Stevi & Bryant in Santa Barbara... I just love engagement shoots...
Here are a few pics from both sessions...
I met Stevi & Bryant last spring at a wedding event in SB ... since then we've met up a few times already. This past Halloween we decided it would be fun to go into the Santa Ynez valley and take some engagement pics while the vineyards were changing colors. It was a beautiful fall day... and even though Bryant...was a bit hesitant to be in t he camera... I think he even had fun by the end... can't wait for your gorgeous ranch wedding next summer at Orella Ranch
Also in October... (I had mentioned Katie & Tom earlier)... I took a little road trip in Chicago... one of my FAVORITE cities. I love that I am getting more and more Chicago clients... it gives plenty more excuses to visit this awesome city. I met Katie & Tom on Mackinac a few months ago. We hit it off instantly... I loved them and both of their families. We decided that instead of doing an island engagement shoot it would be fun to bring a little of their home into the wedding by doing a photo shoot in Chicago.. I of course... was stoked to shoot in the city again...
Here are a few pics from both sessions...
I met Stevi & Bryant last spring at a wedding event in SB ... since then we've met up a few times already. This past Halloween we decided it would be fun to go into the Santa Ynez valley and take some engagement pics while the vineyards were changing colors. It was a beautiful fall day... and even though Bryant...was a bit hesitant to be in t he camera... I think he even had fun by the end... can't wait for your gorgeous ranch wedding next summer at Orella Ranch
Also in October... (I had mentioned Katie & Tom earlier)... I took a little road trip in Chicago... one of my FAVORITE cities. I love that I am getting more and more Chicago clients... it gives plenty more excuses to visit this awesome city. I met Katie & Tom on Mackinac a few months ago. We hit it off instantly... I loved them and both of their families. We decided that instead of doing an island engagement shoot it would be fun to bring a little of their home into the wedding by doing a photo shoot in Chicago.. I of course... was stoked to shoot in the city again...
So, I also thought I would take this time... as an Engagement season is upon us .. .to chat about engagement photo sessions... many couples are on the fence when it comes to engagement photos... so just briefly I thought I would make a quick list of some reason to include this in your wedding photography packages...
1) "Dress Rehearsal" many times people aren't used to having a camera in their face... this gives you the opportunity to get to know your photographer... learn to ignore & relax in front of the camera (so day of... you don't notice it)... as a the person behind the camera, it gives us the chance to see what helps you relax.. .if your a"blinker" .. favor one side... etc.. .and this is worked out before the "big day"
2) Having pics of in your dress and tux are beautiful ... but often times it much nice to have relaxed everyday pics that are professionally taken framed around the house.
3) NOT RUSHED... during a wedding there is a schedule with an engagement shoots... all the time in the world... and youcan talk with your photog beforehand about planning to do one of your favorite things.... go to a favorite place... etc... "a piece of life" type of lifestyle shoot
4) USES... . there are a million ways to use these images with your wedding... from save the dates... thank yous.. guest book... name cards... centerpieces... etc
5) and most importantly.. the are FUN!!!
*often times photographers include enagagement shoots in their package for a minimum cost (as opposed to doing a la carte) because THEY like them... I know I do. SO ask if there is a discoutn or what the additional cost would be.
Hope this helps a bit in all your planning!
Best
A
1) "Dress Rehearsal" many times people aren't used to having a camera in their face... this gives you the opportunity to get to know your photographer... learn to ignore & relax in front of the camera (so day of... you don't notice it)... as a the person behind the camera, it gives us the chance to see what helps you relax.. .if your a"blinker" .. favor one side... etc.. .and this is worked out before the "big day"
2) Having pics of in your dress and tux are beautiful ... but often times it much nice to have relaxed everyday pics that are professionally taken framed around the house.
3) NOT RUSHED... during a wedding there is a schedule with an engagement shoots... all the time in the world... and youcan talk with your photog beforehand about planning to do one of your favorite things.... go to a favorite place... etc... "a piece of life" type of lifestyle shoot
4) USES... . there are a million ways to use these images with your wedding... from save the dates... thank yous.. guest book... name cards... centerpieces... etc
5) and most importantly.. the are FUN!!!
*often times photographers include enagagement shoots in their package for a minimum cost (as opposed to doing a la carte) because THEY like them... I know I do. SO ask if there is a discoutn or what the additional cost would be.
Hope this helps a bit in all your planning!
Best
A
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As I'm sitting in my hotel room in Kona Hawaii... prepping for my wedding tomorrow... and of course getting my "work" ready for the beach.. I am ALSO prepping for an amazing event I am going to be a part of next Saturday March 27th at the University Club in Santa Barbara, CA.
Santa Barbara Wedding Couture is going to be a wonderful place for brides who are getting married in the Santa Barbara, Central Coast, and Southern California areas to meet some of the best vendors the area has to offer... and have fun!! I promise... Armando of Alegria by Design along with the Santa Barbara Wedding Guide always put on events that are classy, elegant, and of the utmost quality. I feel quite honored to be a part of it and among the vendors that will be there.
You can check out more information on the website at http://www.santabarbaraweddingcouture.com
Alright... off to the beach to do some work... and take some pics.. of course!!
Santa Barbara Wedding Couture is going to be a wonderful place for brides who are getting married in the Santa Barbara, Central Coast, and Southern California areas to meet some of the best vendors the area has to offer... and have fun!! I promise... Armando of Alegria by Design along with the Santa Barbara Wedding Guide always put on events that are classy, elegant, and of the utmost quality. I feel quite honored to be a part of it and among the vendors that will be there.
You can check out more information on the website at http://www.santabarbaraweddingcouture.com
Alright... off to the beach to do some work... and take some pics.. of course!!
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