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{ Me } – Capturing The Breaths Between The Moments

justineo — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 01:32:52 +0000

So as wedding season closes for me and some serious editing begins to take place, I begin to breathe normally again. In the rush and craziness that IS wedding season, it is hard to really take time to reflect on your business, who you are, where you are going. At that moment, you are in the craziness and it lasts for 3 straight months! The whole while, you just pray to God every night that your family doesn’t forget you, your husband forgives you, that your computer can hold just one more photo, and that there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Don’t get me wrong, I love weddings and wedding season, but it is exhausting work. Especially when you put your whole being into every wedding client that you work for. At the end of the day, there is little left but a sore body and an exhausted mind. Sorry honey, for my absent mindedness, and inability to pry myself out of bed this past 3 months! But now it is over, and I can breathe and I am reminded that I am human. I may be a Super human, but still human

Today, I met with an absolutely LOVELY bride-to-be, who reminded me to really tap into myself again. It was in talking to her about what I do, who I am and my viewpoint on capturing a wedding, that I realized how much I have grown in this past 3 months. Like any creative process, the journey is never ending. You will always change and grow, and hopefully you change in a positive way. It was in asking me what I do to capture my images, that really got me to think. I have always know I am a “clean” photographer. I don’t rely on crazy editing fads, tilt lenses, or anything special lighting tricks to capture my images. I want to capture images that are classic and portray the event in EXACTLY the way it happens. I have grown to realize that “I” am the tool that gets the job done. It is my relationship with my bride and grooms, my ability to make people laugh, the comfort level we create, and my willingness to be emphatic and ” get it” that sets my images apart. Because in being that person, who no one else can be, I offer a unique candid look into the day. I am able to get people to let their guard down, and to do more than pose for a camera. They can be themselves. And in doing that I can do what I am good at, Capturing those breaths between the moments. It is those breaths that separate who I am and where I am going as a photographer. It is those breaths, not the moments, that make us all realize the true beauty in the day. The vulnerabilities are beautiful, when you trust someone enough to let them capture it. I am honored that I have been chosen by so many of you to capture your wedding day. So keep breathing… I can’t wait to capture all the little life in between

{ Sunshine } – Lori and Matt at Anthem Country Club

justineo — Mon, 31 May 2010 18:25:45 +0000

Another long overdue wedding post. I usually am on top of the blog, but having been out of town for a week or so, things got a little behind. I hope Lori and Matt will forgive me You probably recognise these two from their previous sessions. They are another one of my fabulous bride and grooms who love to have their photo taken. These two are absolutely the best together. I know I say that a lot, and I always mean it. I just have so many couples who I believe are good fits. Now, maybe they are always on their best behavior, but after spending countless hours with these two, i can say that they treat each other so well.. they respect each other, and are just the best of friends. Lori is able to be her true self, and Matt love who she really is, and it shows so much when they are together. Can’t wait to continue working with you guys! Enjoy More on facebook for you and your friends

{ Blue Eyes } – Dana and Brady at Sunridge Canyon

justineo — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 18:46:53 +0000

Some of you may recognize Brady and Dana from their engagement session. Brady and I went to elementary school together and it is funny how we ran into each other so many years later in an elevator at one of Dana’s friends’ wedding. I am happy I had that chance encounter and was able to be a part of Brady and Dana’s celebration at Sunridge Canyon in Fountain Hills. The views were spectacular and the crowd was fun, what more can one ask from a wedding.. Oh yeah.. and the bride and groom are sickeningly cute!!! Congrats to you both, and wishes for a WONDERFUL life together and many more blue eyes babies in this world

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{ fun fun fun } – Lauren and Garrett at Ashley Manor

justineo — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 05:29:20 +0000

So we are in the middle of switching servers and somehow poor Laren and Garretts original blog post got lost somewhere.. so I am sorry to them if they think I forgot about them Although I hope you are enjoying your honeymoon and not checking for pics, lol . Lauren and Garrett are just the sweetest people and it is so apparent how much they love one another. The moment Garrett saw Lauren come down the aisle to become his bride, he swelled up with tears. It was so touching to see a groom genuinely emotional at the thought of the new life he is stepping into. Lauren shed her share of tears as well , but it is the image of her tearing apart her boquet before the ceremony that I will remember. She will have to tell you the story, but it was comical to say the least, lol Enjoy the previews and CONGRATS!

{ Fun Fun Fun } – Chelsea and Les at Portico

justineo — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 18:44:49 +0000

Chelsea looked absolutely stunning last night ! She and Les were married at Portico in Queen Creek Arizona. It was such a fun night thanks to their awesome DJ Nate with infinity entertainment. He was so much fun and kept the crowd involved the entire night.. def check him out if you are looking around. Jen with Ever After Florals provided the beautiful bouquets, and A Peice of Cakeprovided the beautiful cake! It was a fun evening full of laughter, smiles and a few heartfelt tears, Oh and some drool too.. check out the sleeping little boy on his dad’s shoulders

Congratulations to you both! And Thank you for having me be a part of your special day!

{ Rainbows and Smiles} – Lavender and Old Lace Wedding

justineo — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 01:17:32 +0000

Lindsay and Rob were married last night in Mesa AZ’s Lavender and Old Lace. A very well manicured property with a huge dance hall for a Victorian property and beautiful chandeliers. If Victorian is your style.. you must check this property out. Mother Nature liked toying with us, as the clouds would come and drop a few sprinkles on us and then disappear for an hour. We thought we were in the clear after a slight sprinkling during their portrait session before the ceremony.. but just as the wedding party was to walk down the aisle.. the sky started pouring and the guests all ran for cover toppling over chairs along the way. Despite the rain, Lindsay was just in the BEST of moods and so easy going, it was so great to work with a bride who took it all in stride. Thank you all for having me be a part of your amazing day. May every storm bless you with a beautiful rainbow!

{Jenna and Marc} – Tempe Town Lake Engagement Photos

justineo — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 15:57:04 +0000

I met Jenna and Marc downtown at Tempe town Lake last night for their engagement shoot. We were really hoping for some awesome sunset shots on the bridge, but mother nature wasn’t having any of that and gave us lots of dark clouds instead. At least it didn’t rain though! The two are planning a small destination wedding for themselves and so you need to convince them to take me with.. comments below are welcome, lol A Huge Thank you to Michael Shandro from Shandro Photo for coming all the way from CANADA to assist me with the lighting. I had so much fun with you all and hope you just love the photos!

{Ammon and Katherine} – Featured on The Wedding Chronicles Blog

justineo — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 22:14:17 +0000

I shot Katharine and Ammon’s wedding back in April of this year and just found a nice little surpirse on the Wedding Chronicle’s blog .

Check it out and leave them a comment. Keep a look out.. maybe you will be the next feature

{Brenley and Eric at the Wright House} – Arizona LDS Wedding Photography

justineo — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:54:52 +0000

Congratulations to Brenley and Eric who were sealed in the Mesa Temple this afternoon. I LOVED Brenley’s Shoes.. I so want a pair for my own! They had their luncheon at the Wright House, where we captured some more of their photos for them Enjoy your previews!!! To See more, Join us on Facebook!

{ St. Mary’s Basilica Wedding } – Downtown Phoenix Wedding Photographer

justineo — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 19:41:07 +0000

Elaina and CJ were married last night at the AMAZING St’ Mary’s Basilica in downtown Phoenix. The entire event was just beautiful, thanks to the talented Miss Kim with the Event Essentials. Check her out, she knows her stuff! Elaina was so stunning, strangers were stopping her in the street asking to have their picture taken with her! I had an amazing time with you both, it was so fun to see CJ loosen up on the dance floor!!! Enjoy the previews!

Special thanks to the crew last night!

Planner: Miss Kim with the event Essentials

Florist: Your event Florist

Caterer: AZ Party Wizards

Cake: Piece of Cake

DJ: Jeff with Ray the DJ

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