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Capitol Theatre Lebanon wedding | David and Lindsay | Nashville wedding photographers
I’ve looked forward to this day for nearly a year since meeting David and Lindsay! They’re movie aficionados and wanted a wedding that was personalized just for them. What better spot than the Historic Capitol Theatre in the Lebanon, TN. town square? Let’s begin the story of this lovely Capitol Theatre Lebanon wedding!
The connection between David and Lindsay and the creativity they have, is truly amazing! It was a relatively hot Mid June day, but nice and cool inside! They even made custom movie posters, to complete the concept / theme!
Now that the decorating is finished, we’ve got a wedding to get ready for!!
Meet Miss Hope Elizabeth, just over two months old at this time!! David and Lindsay’s baby daughter!! I’m glad she was such a huge part of this!
It’s moments like these that don’t happen from shooting more, but more rather watching more. One key factor about documentary wedding photography that defies human logic.
Before we get into this Capitol Theatre Lebanon wedding ceremony, I will give a shout out to the participating vendors!!
Officiant – Golden Dolphin Weddings
Cake – Cupcakes – Publix
Catering – Two Fat Men Catering
Venue – Capitol Theatre
DJ- DJ Dan Co.
Photo booth- ShutterBooth Nashville
Ceremony time!!!
I’m so humbled by David’s reaction to see Lindsay walk towards him, this is real folks!!
Lindsay and Hope make their way to the big stage!!
I loved the curtain and whole star of the silver screen feel. I’m definitely inspired to do a lot of film noir and mood lighting for this wedding. As I usually feel inspired to do haha. There was a special dance before dinner break, then back to partying like it’s 2017!!
With Amanda, signing the marriage license!!
I love receptions, I watch for it and love documenting pure raw energy and emotion, that you can’t possible stage. Dance like no one is watching!
Love this mood and raw emotion, off camera lighting to fit the scene! Just a signature touch I offer. 😀
Bohemian Rhapsody does it every time!!
I had an idea, long exposure shot of the theater after the wedding, loved how it turned out! Just had to wait for this one parked car to move. I hope you’ve enjoyed this very special Capitol Theatre Lebanon wedding, congratulations David and Lindsay! Thank you for letting me document your story!
Schermerhorn Symphony Center wedding | LGBT wedding photographers Nashville
I’ve waited for this lovely same sex wedding of Kline and Curtis for almost a year now. It was a Schermerhorn Symphony Center wedding located in downtown Nashville. It happened to be the same weekend as the Predators Stanley Cup Finals, a Broadway block party and concert, another and concert right up the hill at the amphitheater! I was in the most happening spot with Kline and Curtis!
I had not been in the Schermerhorn since seeing the flood damage in 2010, it was even more gorgeous than I remembered before that happened.
Vendors who worked this Schermerhorn Symphony Center wedding-
Planner – Nicole Moon http://www.2divasandaparty.com/
Cake and floral- www.samsclub.com
Venue – https://www.nashvillesymphony.org/
Reception Band- https://www.emeraldempireband.com/
Catering – http://baconandcaviar.com/
What a beautiful ceremony!! Curtis and Kline met online 4 years ago, and are both Louisiana natives. In fact, most of the guests were from Louisiana! Kline went to Vanderbilt Law School and Curtis is an accountant. Soon after the wedding, the couple would relocate to Jackson, MS. where Kline is doing a clerkship with a judge. Eventually the couple will relocate to Boston where Kline had lived before and loves!!
Ok, this would have happened in the ceremony, but no one knew where the lighter was for the candle! Part of the story for later, but they were determined to get it lit one way or the other!! Now we go upstairs for the cocktail hour.
These raw and natural emotions are what I love so much about capturing a wedding documentary style. You can’t match it or the experience by posing or orchestrating. I love this job! Same sex weddings ALWAYS seem to be oozing with energy and passion, I love them!
Now off to the reception area as we await dinner break! Some fine edibles from the staff at Bacon and Caviar! Now try to visualize how refreshing these beverage dispensers looked on a hot Summer day, even though it was cool inside!
Before the cake got ravaged!!
LGBT weddings always party down, it only gets wilder from here! Kline and Curtis have some impressive moves on the dance floor!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
How cool is this pregnant lady?
 
The Emerald Empire rocked the house!
That hair, that decisive moment! I hope you’ve enjoyed this beautiful Nashville same sex Schermerhorn Symphony Center wedding! Congratulations Kline and Curtis! You guys are amazing! It’s a pleasure working with you and your lovely guests! Thanks for letting me document your story!
Photojournalist style engagement photos
I’ve always taken a documentary, photojournalist, un-posed approach to engagement photos and wedding photography. In the purist sense, engagement photos can’t be 100% documentary because the couple knows the photographer is photographing them. really same with weddings. They just don’t always know when and the approach is much less hands on than strongly posed. Photojournalist style engagement photos are a thing. Especially for that couple who just wants their fun day and true love captured in it’s simplest form.
What’s the benefit to doing Photojournalist style engagement photos? –
The approach works for a skilled wedding / engagement photojournalist, and the couples who want a more organic and natural vibe to their photos. I give minimal direction at first, and maybe in between, but when actually photographing them, it’s a bare minimum interaction. I just want them to focus on each other and the love they have. I’m more of a fly on the wall documenting their day. As opposed to manually posing them throughout the day, which isn’t for many couples. In that case, the photos will show it.
At the beginning I provide some basic tips for hand and body placement and the overall mood I’m going for based on the lighting conditions and location. I move to accommodate them from there. Of course if they’re stuck I am happy to help, but nothing would be more awkward than a love coach with a camera directing the entire engagement photo session. This is how I capture their love without the contrived look to the photos.
The whole point of engagement photos is to be casual and affectionate as a couple, document a fun day or evening, morning, whatever time. It’s a fun way to connect with your photographer and get used to the process, in a relaxed fun setting. Have fun with it and don’t overthink it. Just have the photographer whose work you love the most document your time together. It’s a lifetime heirloom. And beyond that.
Realtor headshots
I’ve been fortunate enough to be a trusted Nashville wedding photographer servicing many realtor headshots for both established and new realtors. Nashville has a fast growing real estate market for both commercial and residential real estate. There are also a lot of new realtors to accommodate this rapid growth. But how do they all get noticed and show buyers they are serious about earning their business? It starts with having a nicely done professional headshot.
As a realtor, you are a professional offering a very personal service. Home selling and buying can be a tiresome and nerve racking process, so it’s always nice to have a good assertive realtor who is also caring and human. A professional realtor headshot can help represent that. Most every realtor’s business card has their photo on it. So why not put some care into it, since it represents your professional image and what your potential clients will see? A lot about professional image is about effort.
A home or commercial property is often the biggest purchase a buyer / buyers will ever make. They need a realtor they can trust, and who is looking out for their interest as well. So a good professional realtor headshot investment helps show commitment on your part as a realtor, and helps you stand out. May the best service provider win.
I’m honored to be a trusted photographer to provide realtor and other professional headshots in Nashville. I show my commitment to you by providing reliable service, fast turnaround, professional / understated retouching, and giving you the best image for your business. Headshot services begin at just $100.00 all inclusive. I can do in studio, ambient / outdoor or combination of both. Different wardrobe options for seasonal use are also an option. I look forward to hearing from you soon!
Going against the grain | Nashville wedding photographers
Most engaged couples searching for their ideal wedding photographer match would agree there are many choices. Too many. Out of those, not all are ideal for them. For wedding photographers to develop their brand and target client, sometimes it means going against the grain and being different. Each couple must know their identity and what is most important to them.
Without going too in depth about documentary wedding photography I will cover the basics. As well as demonstrate another working preference that some would question, based on what they’ve perceived as normal. My approach in short, as a documentary wedding photographer is to have the gift of finding those real organic moments of raw human emotion. And documenting it. Un-posed and non intrusive throughout the day, with exception of some formal groups that the couples want. I never pose anyone or orchestrate anything besides that. A rare / non existent approach in this market, but that’s what I do best.
I also use off camera lighting with an assistant to be able to control shadow and lighting patterns I want, with no unmanned light stands which can be a hazard and eyesore. My camera platform is Fuji mirrorless, because I love the unique look and character of the photos and lenses, and the more compact size. The main area where I’m going against the grain is not using a second shooter. This goes against how many wedding photographers work and what the mainstream wedding media says you have to do. Seen it, heard it….some work best that way, others like me don’t. The short explanation is for style consistency, non intrusive approach, and the guests won’t feel like they’re in a paparazzi zone.
I’m not saying there’s anything wrong with others who do things differently. I’ve just developed my own system that works well for what I do. You as a couple should book the wedding photographer whose style and photos speak to you. Also considering their personality, their organization and systems, and overall experience you and your guests will have.
My reputation has been built on MY unique ability to tell the story of each wedding that I photograph. By being the solo photographer, every photo is consistent with the last. The style, the lighting… it all blends fluidly with a singular artist creating each photo. This also affords me the time to focus on detail in post production, album making, custom wooden packaging, etc. All personal touches. I don’t recommend every photographer work this way, but I’ve developed my system which took years. I can work non-intrusively, cover the ground I need to, stay organized and be prepared. No waiting for lighting or flash setups, it’s mobile and done before I walk in. Backup equipment on me, as well as a spare lens. I love what I do and I love the couples I work with. Quality over quantity, but a cohesive complete story. Going against the grain is good if you have a system that works and clients are happy.
By me going against the grain and offering a style that defies a lot of human logic provides me a unique client which is great. If you love an artist’s work, it hardly makes sense to want it any differently. I had a venue coordinator work with me for the first time last year and she asked me about my second shooter. I graciously explained I’m both, and this is my assistant 🙂 She saw the system work and has referred me to other couples which is the best compliment I can receive. One I’ll never take lightly and always be grateful for.
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