1 Rachel + 1 Dave =  2 adorable and fun people in love. I loved photographing these two love birds for their engagement session in West Hartford and Farmington, CT. Rachel told me a while back that she wanted to do something fun for her Eshoot and originally it was going to be in the fall. However, hectic day to day stuff (Dave and Rachel are both going to school), kept their schedules filled, so time wasn’t allowing for something fally. Winter isn’t to be forgotten and this shoot especially won’t be forgotten by me, since I froze my batookis off. I think the high temp for the day was about 19 degrees. It was winter indeed. Not to mention we shot on ice. Real ice. Like out on a frozen pond. ;o) Not too worry, the ice was pretty thick since it was so darn cold out. The dip in temperature was a constant reminder to me that is pretty positive we wouldn’t fall through the ice! Of course, being a photographer and all, working on an icey pond with thousands of dollars invested in the palm of my hand,  I had visions of how if I fell through I would hold my camera up out the water and hand it off before I sunk to the bottom. Terrible to think that way, but I am being quite honest with you. I think of these things!

So I spent a great deal of time with Rachel and Dave and I enjoyed myself fully with the two of them! We had a quite the adventure! Shooting in Farmington’s Winding Trails, and then West Hartford downtown area!

Enjoy…

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Smootchin’ to warm things up a bit! ;o)

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We had this part of the pond to ourselves mainly…not too many up for skating in bitter nose-nipping cold weather! 

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Rachel is so pretty…

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brrrrrrrrrrr…but the wind was so cool for the shot!

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Dave is so handsome. Modelesque!

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Love this moment…

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We stopped by a Starbuck’s in West Hartford to grab some coffee and warm up a bit…I love using available lighting…this was in hall way to the bathrooms. Who knew hanging out by the John could be so fun!

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As we were walking to Starbuck’s Rachel told me she bought her dress at Camille Bridal Couture . Not a second later did I start thinking up a photo shoot inside with her and all the dresses!  ”What is one soon to be bride to do with so many dresses to choose from??!!!”

So after our coffee break we walked across the street and peeked in to see if they would be so kind to allow me to photograph Rachel in the back with all the dresses. A few minutes later and a phone call and we were good to go! The ladies in Camille’s were so accommodating and helpful! It is quite the cute little boutique!

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Rachel wanted a ring shot with some lace…

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Our last stop on the list was Crate and Barrel, where they are registered (hint hint hint), and where life seems so perfect when inside! I love it there! So much fun!

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Thanks Rachel and Dave! It was great getting to know you and spending all that time with you!

Happy Friday all!

Off to prepare for my first wedding of the year this weekend!

Meg

Afew weeks ago I did a One on One workshop with a lovely gal and My past client/now friend Kelly modeled for us! We had a glorious day, nice and warm for February and it provided some golden light for us to work with. Just what I was hoping for! I love being able to teach others about the light and how not to be afraid of it. Even in mid-day sun!

If interested in attending a One on One workshop with me just contact the studio by phone/email and we will set up a day that works for us both! I can do weekends as long as I am not booked already for a commissioned wedding/portrait! One on One workshops are from 9am to about 6pm and are $550, which includes lunch on me and a TON of information and a TON of shooting. We hit up Tarrywile Park but also hit up the downtown area for some urban stuff / and all sorts of lighting. Lighting with off camera and controlling natural light are key points of discussion in the workshop, however, the day is tailored to your specific needs mainly. So bring your struggles and questions to the table!

Here is what I got from the day! I am LOVIN’ Kelly’s new red  hair!

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Thanks SO much Kelly and I can’t wait to meet up to give you the rest! (hint…calling a girl’s night out!)

Happy Tuesday to you all!

MEG

When I spoke with Lauran and Carlos during their details appointment a couple weeks before their wedding I knew it was going to be a blast to photograph, and the details seemed like something only one could imagine. The energy and thought that they both incorporated into their day, along with Lauran’s parent’s BEAUTIFUL county farm house nestled in a quaint Connecticut town, where the ceremony and reception took place, was just picture perfect. Lauran had mentioned at the meeting how she was working for a very talented florist, Elisabeth Zemetis, of Blush Floral Design, and that Blush Floral would be creating all the arrangements for her wedding day. I knew deep down, in my detail infatuated heart, that they wouldn’t be anything less then spectacular! Well, sure enough, I was right. As soon as I spotted Lauran’s bouquet on the dining room table my heart started pumping and I was on overdrive clicking my shutter like a crazy woman (not really crazy, but more like seriously excited). I think I might remember a few beads of sweat as well.

In a nutshell, the fabulous Elisabeth from Blush Floral, along with my photography, as well as other equally talented and dedicated CT vendors work , has been featured on the Style Me Pretty home page today and I am super excited for her, as she truly deserves the recognition. Her work is outstanding and classy.  I only hope that someday very soon we can work together again!

So check out Lauran and Carlos’ wedding on the Style Me Pretty blog today and get inspired with some vintage details! If you haven’t yet seen their wedding and you are looking for some vintage, rustic and country-ish inspiration for your wedding details, you can check out more pics of their wedding here.

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Hope you all enjoy  your beautiful **almost** spring like Monday!

Meg

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I have some VERY exciting news about Creative Image Collections. I just last week finalized all the details with the team at Style Me Pretty and have been invited to join their “Little Black Book” vendor list. I am super excited and I am beyond honored to be joining such an elite group of talented and dedicated wedding vendors across the nation. The Style Me Pretty blog is such a large and wonderful source of inspiration for brides and grooms across the nation, where you can find the latest wedding trends and some of the most superb vendors. I am delighted to be considered one of those vendors and you can check out my little info page  by clicking on “Vendors” and “The Best Wedding Vendors” and I am in Inland, CT under photography (of course!) I haven’t yet ironed out all the tiny details for my listing but couldn’t wait to share the good news with you all! Such a HUGE honor and I can’t wait to delve into the Style Me Pretty world and get crackin’ on some creative shoots/weddings this year!

I hope you all enjoy the weekend and Don’t forget to check out the Style Me Pretty blog!

Happy Friday!

Meg

I LOVE shooting Bat Mitzvahs (and Bar Mitzvahs)!!! There is nothing like a group of pre-teens to bring me back in time and help me to remember what is was like to dance without a care in the world (of possibly looking frighteningly silly)! I love the energy that the kids bring to the night! It is such a cool time, and frankly, makes me feel quite young again. You sometimes forget in life, as an adult, that taking the time to unwind is actually a pretty fun thing, as well as a HUGE stress reducer! Well…with the help of about 25 twelve and thirteen year olds you’ll be on your way to the good ol’e days in no time! It is always such an honor to capture people’s special moments and milestones in life and offering them something to remember it by for generations to come.

Here is what I captured from a recent Bat Mitzvah!

SO much fun, bright & colorful!

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My love of food photography…yum! I am breaking for lunch after this! ;o)

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The candle lighting and a happy birthday as well!

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Mom and Dad looking on…

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Let the par-tay begin! My favorite part of the night…SO much energy!!!

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future musician/rock star…

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and a truly wonderful and memorable moment…dancing with Dad!

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Congrats C and the Cole Family! Such an honor to be chosen to capture your daughter’s Bat Mitzvah!

Happy Thursday Everyone!

Meg