A New Year!

Well! I do believe I have gotten caught up from the end of the year last year! Once again, I fell behind in my blogging duties! Dare I admit this is one of my resolutions for the new year? To keep up with my blog? If I admit it, will I jinx myself? ha! No jinxing here, it's all good stuff. I'm happy to say that at least my reason for my lack of blogging is a good one! I was busy shooting! The end of the year brought some fun things! From weddings to babies and even a wonderful trip to Bali, Indonesia!

I'll be posting images in the days to come so that I can come full speed ahead before our first month is done! I'm excited for the future, so many wonderful things coming. I'm very pleased to announce I have a creative partner in crime about to join me in some exciting personal projects. I can't wait to show you what the multi-talented photographer Steven Fontas and I have stirring in the pot for 2009!

In addition, as I have quite a few talented photographers among my past and current couples, I intend on having a weekly post to showcase photography's history. I want to dedicate some time to the masters and to those who have inspired me. Perhaps I'll even take a small step off the path into the world of painting and drawing as well... it's all tied together!

Starting Monday I will begin posting "Personal Work Monday" once more. That always seemed to be a favorite.

Please keep in touch and feel free to drop me a line from time to time and let me know what you think and what you'd like to see more of (or less of!).

In the meantime.. HAPPY NEW YEAR everyone!

All the best,
Kristin

International Society of Professional Wedding Photographers

I am very proud to announce that I was accepted into a new group of wedding photographers called the ISPWP, or International Society of Professional Wedding Photographers.

ISPWP is a selective organization of wedding photographers from around the world and every photographer must meet the high standards set by the organization in order to be accepted. This is an online resource for couples to look for the right photographer for their wedding day.

In addition to being an online resource for couples, this is a great place for the photographers to network and to show off our work. We hold quarterly contests and I am happy to say that I won 3rd place overall in the Summer 2008 contest and 11th place overall in the Fall 2008 contest.

If you would like to see the winning images, following these links:

SUMMER 2008

FALL 2008

Congratulations Kristin and Mike!

Congratulations to Kristin and Mike who were wed on August 2, 2008 at Prospect House in Princeton, NJ. Kristin looked stunning and Mike was very suave! They chose a great location and simply did a wonderfully tasteful job in all of their wedding choices from the flowers to the dresses to the band! I will have fond memories of this wedding day, and of course, I'll never forget the bride's name! ; ) Thank you Kristin and Mike!

Congratulations Matt and Kim!

Congratulations to Kim and Matt who were wed on August 31, 2008 at The Restaurant in Hackensack, NJ. We had a beautiful day. Kim's smile was contagious and Matt couldn't keep his eyes off her! They were surrounded by loving family and friends, the vibe was amazing. Thank you both for having us there to document your day!

Congratulations Kyle and Melanie!

Congratulations Kyle and Melanie who were wed on September 6, 2008 at The Mill at Spring Lake Heights. Yes, it was a VERY rainy day, we probably had more rain on that day than we had the entire year... but for Melanie and Kyle, you'd never know it was raining. They didn't let it affect them in the slightest! Did I mention how hip and cool they are too?

Engaged! Kyle and Melanie!

Simply Put: I love what I do and I love my couples! This session shows how much fun we always have.
Kyle and Melanie had me giggling so hard it was sometimes hard to hold my camera. Fearless, adorable, funny and just plain all around sweet.... thank you both!!

Congratulations Larissa and Juan!

Congratulations to Larissa and Juan! Larissa and Juan were wed on September 1, 2008 at Il Tulipano in New Jersey. This is a couple I just want to follow around every day with my camera! Never a dull moment! They are both so photogenic and simply willing to do anything to create a great shot! It was a beautiful wedding with some amazing dancing!! Thank you very much Larissa and Juan!

Engaged! Larissa and Juan!

Larissa and Juan rocked this E-Session! I think it's pretty obvious we had a good time.

CONGRATULATIONS Becki and Luciano!

Congratulations to Becki and Luciano who were wed on May 25, 2008 at Aldie Mansion in Doyleston, PA. I've always been so lucky, I have simply wonderful couples that I have the honor to photograph. Becky and Luciano are not only a wonderfully sweet couple, but they are also very visual and talented. It showed on their wedding day. It was a beautiful day. My assistant Anna and I are very grateful for your hospitality on this wonderful day. Thank you for having us.

Photomuse on Real Green Weddings Blog!

Rachel Venokur and Chris Clark's wedding were featured recently on the blog: Real Green Weddings.

Please check out their fabulous write up here:

Real Green Weddings

CONGRATULATIONS Rachel and Chris!

Congratulations to Rachel and Chris who were wed on June 1, 2008 at The Garrison in Garrison, NY. A stunning couple, a stunning day and overall, a stunning wedding. This was a wedding in which I felt like every one of their guests was getting married, not just Rachel and Chris! The love in the air was so contagious. I was so touched to be a part of this day. I wish Rachel and Chris all the very best in life! Thank you for having me.

Engaged! Kristin and Mike!

Kristin and Mike will soon be tying the knot! August 2 to be exact! But we were able to get a wonderful engagement session done at NYC's Central Park. Looking at these photos you'd never guess there were people EVERYWHERE! There was a race of some sort happening that day, we never could figure out what it was for! But Kristin and Mike were lovingly in their world in the midst of the busy park and it was a pleasure to photograph them. I'm looking forward to the upcoming wedding!

Congratulations Fabio and Bridget!!

Congratulations to Fabio and Bridget who were wed on April 27, 2008 at Naninas in the Park in Bloomfield, NJ! We had a day that started off with rain which cleared up just in time for us to do photographs outside! This was one of those weddings that had me choked up with emotion! What a heartfelt and loving ceremony it was. Fabio, Bridget, thank you from myself and Adam!

Congratulations Kristy and David!

Congratulations to Kristy and David! They were wed on April 26, 2008 at The Grounds for Sculpture in Hamilton, NJ.
We had a stunning day that included a curious peacock watching Kristy get ready in her beautiful gown! The Grounds for Sculpture is always a special place to photograph a wedding, even more so when I get to be there with a special couple. Thank you Kristy and David!

Lowepro Camera Bags

I think I speak for most photographers when I say we love camera bags. We are always on the hunt for the next best camera bag. I've always been a huge fan of Lowepro bags and I'm tickled pink that I am now an official Lowepro photographer!

I have just had a gallery and bio placed on their photographer's showcase. I share the stage with some absolutely amazing photographers. I am truly honored to be included.

Check out my gallery at the following link:

LOWEPRO PHOTOGRAPHY SHOWCASE

Engaged! Becki and Luciano!

Becki and Luciano were a blast to photograph in New York City for their engagement session! We shot in the meat packing district on a wonderful Sunday afternoon. They are so loving with one another and it all shined through in the images. They were very comfortable in front of the camera.

I'm looking forward to sharing the photos from their wedding, which will be very shortly!!!

Photomuse Website Down

Please be patient. I just learned my website is experiencing difficulties.

It will be up and running very shortly.. and I am happy to say, with a whole new look.

If you would like to contact me for bookings, please contact me at: kristin@photomuse.com or call me at: 973-945-7304

In the meantime, I'll get new images posted here ASAP!!

Thanks everyone!

Trash The Dress MEXICAN Style!

After Lynn and Jeff's wedding (see the earlier blog post), we did a Trash the Dress session. These really need no further explanation. Enjoy.

CONGRATULATIONS Lynn and Jeff!!

Congratulations to Lynn and Jeff who were wed on November 10, 2007 in MEXICO! Lynn and Jeff were wed at EL DORADO ROYALE in Rivera Maya, Mexico. I was the lucky photographer to accompany them to their destination wedding. I met Lynn and Jeff over a year ago when we did their engagement photos. They are relaxed in front of the camera, just being themselves and being natural. There is quite a bit of chemistry between this couple, I'm sure it is evident. I hardly needed to prompt them to touch each other at all! I think it's safe to say that everyone at their wedding, including me, had an outstanding time! Congratulations to you both!!

CONGRATULATIONS Tammy and Kurt!!

Congratulations to Tammy and Kurt who were wed on November 3, 2007. Their reception was held at THE CASTLE ON THE HUDSON in Tarrytown, NY. Simply put, it was gorgeous! What a setting, what a day! It was a chilly day but it didn't stop everyone from enjoying the scenery outside. The day brought a stunning sunset, and because Tammy and Kurt planned plenty of time for their photographs, we had ample time to create some amazing shots. Tammy and Kurt even had bagpipe players in attendance!
Congratulations to you both!

Congratulations Amber and Michael!!

Congratulations to Amber and Michael who were wed on October 21, 2007 at THE WESTMOUNT COUNTRY CLUBin West Patterson, NJ. This wedding was classy and fun!! Everything went so smoothly... and that goes for the dancing too! There were so many good dancers in attendance at this wedding. Pssssttt... even this photographer was invited to a dance with the bride's brother, an excellent dancer! Amber and Michael were relaxed and having fun all night long. The happiness was quite infectious. Congratulations to you both.

Congratulations Jennifer and Greg!

Jennifer and Greg were wed on October 13, 2007 at THE BRANDYWINE MANOR HOUSEin Brandywine, PA. They had a perfect day. I was excited for their wedding day as our engagement session was so much fun. Jenn and Greg are so relaxed for the camera, it is hard not to get a good photograph of them! A very sweet couple to top it off. Greg's face would just light up the minute he would look at Jenn. They are a good match for each other. Congratulations to you both!!

Award Winning Image

This quarter's results from the WPJA contest are in. I took a 6th place in the "Details" category with the following image from Amber and Michael Simpson's wedding:

Post Wedding

At the end of the summer I had the pleasure to {re} photograph Evelyn and Victor Lin. We did a post-wedding session in Central Park and Evelyn and Victor got to dress up again. We had a delightful time and they even had a Frisbee break! Enjoy!

CONGRATULATIONS Tammy and Sean!

Congratulations to Tammy and Sean who were wed on October 7, 2007 at THE CHATEAU in Tannersville, PA. I had the pleasure to meet their delightful child... SPANKY! He was going to be the ring bearer but he decided to lie in the lap of luxury in his hotel bed instead! What a boy! Tammy and Sean had a beautiful day in the mountains of PA, the Fall leaves were starting to turn providing some beautiful colors. Tammy and Sean are such a sweet couple. My only regret is that they live so far away!! Congratulations and thank you both!!!

CONGRATULATIONS Remi & Tony!

Congratulations to Remi & Tony who were wed on October 6, 2007 at SAYEN GARDENS & HOUSEin Hamilton, NJ. What a delightful couple. I am very lucky that in my career I have had the most wonderful couples that feel like friends I have known forever. This holds so true for not just Remi and Tony, but with their family. It truly was an honor to have been a part of their celebration. I'm so happy for them. We had a great time wandering and shooting around the gardens they love so much. Thank you Remi and Tony!

Microsoft/Epson Emerging Pro

In November I was named 1 of 3 photographers as a Microsoft/Epson Emerging Pro. The ad ran in the November issue of Digital Photo Pro Magazine. Here's the spread:

Long Time!....

Wow. The end of the year has hit with a bang and it's been forever since I've posted. My apologies to all who follow my blog. I'm a bad blog mommy I admit.

Before I post the latest weddings, I have some Photomuse news from the last few months to jot down.

Wedpix magazine online (affiliated with WPJA) ran an excellent story entitled: "Shooting Wide Lenses vs Long Lenses" in which I was one of the photographers featured.
To read it, follow this link:

WEDPIX

Secondly, and I warn you on this one... not for the weak of hearts! In October I had the privilege to help George Jardine (from Adobe) assemble 6 top female wedding photographers for a podcast that features champagne, shoes, much merriment and ... trade secrets from our industry! Listen in for a giggle.

PODCAST