I find it odd that I've never shared any of my album designs online...I design as much as I photograph! This weekend I'll be heading up to Mammoth Lakes to cover a destination wedding that I've been waiting all year to do. Spotlighted is the couple's guestbook album that features their favorite photos from their engagement session.
All of my wedding collections include an album just like this one where you can customize the cover of your album and choose the images that you want in it. It's a wonderful addition to your wedding day that'll give your guests something nice to sign in and a book that you'll enjoy looking through for many years.
Album comes with a black cloth sleeve that protects it if you store it
They chose a wine color for their cover with silver, goudy coursive font
You read right and now can see the surprise with my newly released product, Save the Date Trailers. With the economy down and individuals finding creative ways to save money I've thought of a way to lend a helping hand. Instead of mailing out Save The Date cards I've created Save The Date Trailers that you can easily upload online and share on Facebook, Twitter, Vimeo, etc. You'll also have the choice of ordering DVD's so that you can mail them off to guests (if you don't mind spending cash on S&H). I think I'm one of the few, if not only, photographer offering this product. :)
I personally think there's no cooler way to share your wedding date than with a fun video. It transports the cute photos of you and your fiance from a postcard into a mini-movie, a great glimpse into why they should witness your union on the big day!
In this video I photographed my clients, Jen and Patrick, who lovingly agreed to be a part of this new product. I love that couple for their genuineness and big heart. Thank you for a great engagement session. I can't wait to have fun on your wedding day :)
My sister, Niña, documented and edited the shoot. She's a talented filmmaker and definitely put in her time into this product. Thank you for your patience, time, and creative hard work in putting this trailer together! Love you :)
Music is by The Cranberries. On of my favorite and classic songs from them, "Dreams". When we shoot your trailer there won't be a section of you guys talking about how you enjoy working with me (that's just for the promo). Instead it'll be your time to share your wedding date and why you want them to be there on your wedding day. :)
Interested in getting a Save The Date Trailer? Shoot me an e-mail.
You may recognize the faces of Margaret and Dan. I recently did their engagement session in San Diego last month and because of the fun and synergy we had I asked them to model for me in my recent photographer shootout in Santa Barbara. All the colors and textures of downtown truly flattered the both of them. The gorgeous weather also helped their carefree nature show in their smiles and led to silly moments of pure enjoyment. Thank you, Dan and Margaret, for letting me capture you again! I can't wait for your wedding this fall :)
Jen's voice carried excitement through the phone as she told me news of her engagement. She was ecstatic, but I soon learned that her personality is one that is always full of joy and life. When I met her fiance Patrick I found that he's a great compliment bringing in a love that is magnetic between them and a privilege to capture in photographs. The late afternoon of our photo session presented a beautiful canvas for us to enjoy the sun and the sand. I'm looking forward to their wedding later this year! :)
Margaret lives in Los Angeles. Dan lives in San Diego. Both are friends with Kris who one day encourages Dan to call Margaret up and get to know her. Shortly after they both took turns driving up and down to visit each other. They were magnetic and in love. And, at a recent dinner party Dan surprised Margaret with a sweet proposal to marry him. They invited me to photograph them in San Diego and later again this year for their wedding. Thank you, Dan & Margaret for allowing me to capture your story. Thanks, too, to Nico who assisted me at our photo session. He got a cool shot of me at the bottom of this entry. :)
One of the best parts of my job is documenting real love stories. Angela and Jerry exemplify the outcome of waiting for God to send the right person along. Their story is definitely one that speaks volumes to my own faith. They asked me to put together a slideshow for their wedding day and during our arranged meet up at Balboa Park I surprised them with an engagement session to add to their show. Below is a small clip that I'll share with you.
I know for a lot of us that it's getting tough to make ends meet financially these days, but it's not going to stop people from getting married. There are some of you who will come across this entry of mine with a story of need and a story of a love that is screaming to be celebrated. As my way of helping out I want to bless a couple who has the greatest need with a free engagement session. Due to my own limitations the photo session will be in L.A. so it could be difficult for those who want to submit their story but live elsewhere. Those who can, please submit your story as a comment on this entry by May 15th. Please include you and your fiance's name and the city you live in. In your story, tell me about your love story and why you should be selected. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask at jenmay@jenmayphotography.com
They both love the outdoors and can get the other one to laugh with ease. They're one of those couples who radiate a sense of purpose and hold a great attitude on life that can get them through anything. I met up with Tamie and Trace in Pasadena on Valentine's Day, certainly a wonderful day to have a romantic photo session! Their entire session from start to finish was a blast and definitely indicates how fun it'll be to cover their wedding in May.
On the corner of Colorado and Starbucks.
Their sense of humor sent me off the wall so many times!
Jen May Photography is a professional lifestyle photographer specializing in weddings, family portraits, headshots, and special events. To view more of her work visit her website at www.jenmayphotography.com
