Fleurition Invitation Available

As we're a bit behind on website-ville as far as our invitation e-boutique goes, I thought I would post some of what we offer here.

This is a design that folds to approximately 4"x6", self-mailing invitation. (So, no envelopes to lick...funny if you remember that Seinfeld episode...) These are just colors for the sample, but you can custom select the colors depending on what goes with your event. (Can even be one color.) This particular invitation also comes with a monogram identity, similar to the one shown, but unique depending on the names. This is great for use in designing programs, table tents, menus, etc. For more information or to order, feel free to email us.

The Staats Family

: The parents, starring off into space, one kid telling a story, another ripping off the other's slipper, and the smallest one launching himself off the foot stool. I think this has to be fairly accurate to their real life.

Just before Christmas, and in time for presents, we worked in a session with Ashlie and Randy and their four kids. They were running around, wrestling, and playing; although they paused a few seconds here and there to give Mom some Grandparent pictures. We snagged a couple images of just Ashlie and Randy, as well, as she said she hadn't had one of just them since their honeymoon.

Everyone was a bit more dressed-up than normal (with the exception of the smallest running around sans-pants for awhile) but were comfortable in their own surroundings. This allowed me to document them in their 'natural environment'. Makes them sound like a herd of wild monkeys, but that might be more accurate than you'd think. ;-) It was great as they won't always be this wild and crazy and it was so fun to relive a bit of my childhood by capturing a bit of theirs.






(Looks like he's morphing into 'The Hulk' or something!)

Accepted into the Artistic Guild of the WPJA

So, I really don't spend my days entering every contest I can Google, but a Getting Ready image I documented in July (7.7.7) placed in the Artistic Guild competion for the Third Quarter this year. The Artistic Guild is for those who excel at not only documenting the event, but also in the post processing of digital images. To become a member, you have to place in a category, and this image did! I was flipping through so many inspiring images, and then this one came up and I was like, "Hey...that looks like Anneka's picture....hey wait....I took that...OH!" I am now one of three Missouri Wedding Photojournalists in the Artistic Guild and thought I'd share the big new with everyone. This particular image, just has a bit of additional lightening and darkening that I did, her strong silhouette was just a stunning contrast to the soft mist. I am so glad this image came through for them as it really added to the 'primping' chapter of their day.

Lori and Ava

Last weekend I got to spend a bit of time photographing Lori and her two year old daughter, Ava. I know she looks like a four year old, and what's even cooler is the fact she sounds like an 8 year old boy! No little girl voice on this gal. She's so entertaining and kept trying to feed me water and make me go 'night night' by smothering me with a blanket. Although she was only into the tree/ornament business for about five minutes, it was quite fun to hang out with these two ladies. The one with three images was something to send out with their Christmas cards. (That scraggly bunny was sweet! It was just as ugly and roughly loved as I was hoping, with one remaining eye and limbs three threads from falling off.)

WPJA Third Quarter Contest

This image was captured at Danielle and Dan's wedding in October won 9th place in the Toasting category at this quarter's international competition. Dan and a few of his men were Irish Car Bombing it while waiting for the reception to start. Beyond the immediate impact of the scene, I love how his ring stands out.

Again, we're so stoked! Any celebrating will have to be within the confines of our house as it's ridiculous icy out. Too bad we don't have a sled...maybe we can find some crude tools in the basement and improvise...

Photoless Surprise, for the moment.

Soon I will unveil why we have dropped off the planet for a month. No, we did not take up ant farming, revive our N64 and get lost Mario Kart, or run off to warmer climate. (Although, that sounds like a good idea, now that I think of it.) We've been working on something cool, but alas, no pictures to post yet as it's still in the works. I just wanted to toss a teaser out there and remind people that we remembered how to work the keyboard. ;-)

The clues: it involves the Crossroads Arts District, coffee, Cornel Mustard, and a conservatory. Okay, just kidding about the last two. But we'll unveil pictures shortly!

Lindsey + Dan

A few quick seconds in the photo booth! We certainly don't look this serious in 'real life,' but felt we had to set a dramatic mood inside the curtain. (Joel has the feather boa, and I was a cowboy.) Our cameras enjoyed getting some face time, as well.

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Lindsey and Dan's ceremony and reception was in the Hobbs Building at Feasts of Fancy. Jayme did a wonderful job of coordinating everything and Katie's styling really completed Lindsey's vision for her look.

They were our first Jewish wedding, although we hope not our last! We really soaked in all of the different ceremonies and traditions and were so excited to document everything for them.They have such dynamic personalities and showed not only love, but also a deep appreciation for each other that was wonderful to witness.

In addition to a photo booth with a box full of fun props, they also had a martini ice luge, many period-inspired elements, and all had some pretty fabulous dance moves. We even squeezed in a quick smooching session in a really cool bathroom stall. Afterwards, they went to Town Topic, as what else could you want after a long day than a burger? This was a great opportunity for some really honest candid shots. Enjoy!




















(The ice sculpture had been tempting a lot of people that night. Word on the street was it was quite tasty!)

Lindsey + Dan Engagement

A time traveling adventure...back to April. Okay, so these really took place about six months ago...but that was before I got addicted to this blogging thing. (And they were married this last weekend, so it's like a pre-quil.) We shot their engagement pics in Lawrence, and the coffee house seen, I believe it was Zee's Coffee, is where they had their first date. (I think they love coffee almost as much as we do.)

Cool things in Lawrence: The whole Massachusetts Street is fun to walk down. It's like a Bohemian version of the Plaza with a really cool record shop called Love Garden. (Their logo is some kind of squid; what is there not to love about a squid logo?) Free State Brewery overlooks the street and has tasty brews.

The last shot here was from The Hooka House which was kind of random that we stumbled upon, but richly decorated on the inside. The owners were very gracious to let us hang out for a bit. And lastly, if you go to or live in Lawrence, you must try Local Burger. All their meat is local and have a lot of creative vegetarian choices available. A wonderful non-traditional burger joint that we beg to open a location in KC everytime we journey out.

Shots from their wedding coming soon!


A time traveling adventure...back to April. Okay, so these really took place about six months ago...but that was before I got addicted to this blogging thing. (And they were married this last weekend, so it's like a pre-quil.) We shot their engagement pics in Lawrence, and the coffee house seen is where they had their first date. (I think they love coffee almost as much as we do.)

Cool things in Lawrence: The whole Massachusetts Street is fun to walk down. It's like a Bohemian version of the Plaza with a really cool record shop called Love Garden. (Their logo is some kind of squid; what is there not to love about a squid logo?) Free State Brewery overlooks the street and has tasty brews.

The last shot here was from The Hooka House which was kind of random that we stumbled upon, but richly decorated on the inside. The owners were very gracious to let us hang out for a bit. And lastly, if you go to or live in Lawrence, you must try Local Burger. All their meat is local and have a lot of creative vegetarian choices available. A wonderful non-traditional burger joint that we beg to open a location in KC everytime we journey out.

Shots from their wedding coming soon!