Studio Snapshots

Album in!

Allegra — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 14:08:24 +0000

I just love opening up packages! Its one of the fun parts of my daily routine! This one just got here and I have to say the book looks amazing!

then the one day when this fellow met this lady….

Allegra — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 03:23:46 +0000

and I had great fun photographing the family!

Stephanie and Matt

Allegra — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 18:15:25 +0000

I’m so excited about Stephanie and Matt’s wedding next year! Its local (yeah!), Memorial Day weekend, and I think we have the entire weekend booked for their festivites! Some of my favorite vendors are already on board including Jennifer Carroll (event production) and Rod Meeks (floral).

They are already starting off with a bang as we had a GLORIOUS day yesterday for their e session! I love the area around my studio - I have river front to urban alleys and everything in between. In case you didn’t know, all studio sessions can include outdoor areas within walking distance!

did I mention how pretty it was?

and of course the requisite newspaper shot!

Congratulations you guys!

Holly and David

Allegra — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 03:16:37 +0000

Wow! What a gorgeous day! One of those that you almost never see in August! Bright, crisp, no humidity! It made getting the outdoor images Holly and David wanted sooo much easier!

I also had an extraordinary number of “guest” photographers so hey, I shot over THEIR shoulders!

Congratulations you two!

I love it when I photograph whole families - I photographed David’s sister’s wedding a few years back - remember those days?

and at the wedding…

they brought a new family member!

Credits

getting ready:Berkley Hotel
ceremony: Monument Heights Baptist Church
reception: Omni Hotel
florist: Vogue

Award Winning!

Allegra — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 21:27:27 +0000

Tee hee - ok I just like saying that! But in this case, its true again! I had sort of gotten out of the habit of entering competitions, just too busy with a toddler, moving twice in one year etc etc. I finally buckled down this year and started entering again and I’ve already won some!! How exciting! Here’s what I heard about today:

From wedcomp.com I’m very pleased with these placements as this comp had some FIERCE photographers!

Kristen and Kevin

Allegra — Sun, 03 Aug 2008 06:13:33 +0000

What a fabulous wedding day! I’ve got another thing in the early AM so no words, just pictures tonight!

Congratulations you two!

Credits

getting ready:Dinsmore Inn
ceremony: UVA Chapel
reception: Delfosse Vineyard
event planner: Barb Wired
tent and lighting: Skyline Tent Company
florist: Pat’s Floral
band: the dickens
catering: 20 South
cake: Albemarle Baking Company
dress:Anne Barge

Michelle and Jamison

Allegra — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 04:26:10 +0000

I didn’t get a chance to blog this wedding before my New York trip so I’m hoping to make it up to you guys by adding a couple of extra images to your sneek peak! I have so enjoyed working with Michelle and Jamison - between the engagement session, bridal portrait, meetings and then finally their lovely wedding in July, I feel that we have really had the chance to connect.

Jamison was READY!

So was Michelle

I ADORE this image by Angela, my second at this wedding!

I was pleasantly surprised by the Renaissance Center - the area is definitely urban but inside, the rooms, (especially the ballroom) were beautiful! Most of all, I was IMPRESSED with how well the staff treated Michelle and Jamison. I’ve photographed a number of weddings with family BBQ in the backyard to hefty budgets and multiple staff and I dont think any couple has been as sweetly, efficiently and thoughtfully cared for.

Did I mention how beautiful the ballroom was? The light was just gorgeous!

I just love moments.

Some are funnier than others! Rock on Jamison!

And I love it when I can be there for the exit!

Thanks to you both for a lovely evening! I hope you enjoyed your stay at the Jefferson Hotel!

Availability Update!

Allegra — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 00:35:57 +0000

Hi happy blog readers! Just a note - I limit the number of weddings I photograph each year to ensure my clients receive the best service and all my creative energies; I don’t book something every single weekend! I have about two dates remaining so if you are thinking about booking me for your wedding in 2008, please contact the studio as soon as you have your date!

Back!

Allegra — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 19:18:06 +0000

Back from our summer break and back at work!

One little diamond that emerged from my email this past week was this amazing photographer’s website. http://dayswithmyfather.com/ I dont post other photographer’s websites very often (in fact, this may be the first one) but I looked at his work and his commentary and felt I had to share. The image of the green chair made me cry. What do you think?

Look who just turned one!

Allegra — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 17:53:37 +0000

You might remember him from last July?