It was such a loving, fun reception, complete with a mariachi band!
XOXO,
Shauna
When my sister asked me to come help her shoot a wedding (excuse to come visit), I jumped at the chance! It was her husband's niece's wedding and it was in Oklahoma. I jumped on a plane, and we started shooting the next day. We met the beautiful bride, Devyn, at the salon. I have serious hair envy of this girl (move over, Carrie Underwood). Her golden ringlets were just gorgeous! This is where I noticed her gorgeous ring. It was not an actual antique, but styled as such, with saphires on each side. And her fingernails couldn't have been more perfectly manicured. From there, we went on to the church so that the bride could put on her beautiful dress. And that gorgeous ring again... As we waited for the groom to get ready, we shot some solo pics of the stunning bride. And now it was time for the bride and groom to see each other for the first time... There was this really interesting field full of christmas trees just across from the church, so we ran over to snap a few pics. And if we ever happen to be outside at a shoot just before the sun sets, I love to get this shot. We then ran back across the street to find a pretty, little row of trees... And now introducing the wedding party. This was an awesome group of groomsmen, which included the bride's older brother. And a special thanks to the bridesmaids for enduring the cold, February weather in order to get these fun shots :) And what an adorable, little thumb-sucking flower girl! It was time to go back inside and get ready for the 7PM ceremony. The bride's dress had a beautiful, detachable train. Before the ceremony, they played a sweet slideshow of the bride and groom as kids and from their courtship. Many people were in tears before the ceremony even began. Here comes the bride! Then it was time for the reception. The bride's mother put together the beautiful table arrangements. The groom's family (which are originally from Mexico) made the delicious food. It was such a loving, fun reception, complete with a mariachi band! I love this shot taken by my sister. While I was taking pics of the bouquet toss, she caught this special moment between mother and son. I spotted an interesting feature of the building that we were in, so I grabbed the bride and groom for a couple quick, last shots before they were on their way. And a special thanks to my sister who invited me out. I was always hoping I'd get to shoot a wedding with her, and she couldn't have picked a better one! I also got to spend quality time with my nephews and explore their town a bit (which included WhatABurger breakfast every day), and I got to see a movie at the theater with my sis-good times! Best of luck to the bride and groom!
XOXO, Shauna
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One of my daughter, Sydney's, favorite things to say is, "Look, I'm being careful. Like in the circus!" So, I thought it was about time to actually take her to a circus. My son came home a few days ago with coupons for the Antioch Shrine Circus at University of Dayton Arena. I said, "We're going!" So, today was the day. We showed up a little early so that the kids could ride the ponies and the elephants (first time experiences for both). We had to buy the tokens for the rides, and then we were all set! So, there was (and probably never will be ) no way that I was gonna try to bring my "big, fancy camera" (D700) to the circus. I could just see an elephant's big foot coming down and crushing it into pieces. And then I could hear my husband say, "Why on earth did you bring your nice camera to a circus??" So, I brought my D5000, my 35mm 1.8 and my 55-300 4.5-5.6 zoom lens (which is the lens I used for most of these pictures). I like to challenge myself, and I learn best by doing. So, I went all Manual with my shooting. I only had to take the ISO up to 800, used my lowest aperature, and adjusted the shutter speed accordingly. I should also note I did NOT use flash on any of these pictures. Even though it was pitch dark, the spotlights on the subjects made for plenty of light. I loved when they would shine the occasional spotlight straight towards me coming from behind the subject that I was shooting. I think my favorite act had to be the bears. They looked so serious, and would sit in chairs like a person in between doing amazing tricks, that even most PEOPLE couldn't do! I think the clowns were my son, Benjamin's, favorite act. They would fall over and bounce off a trampoline, and he would giggle like a little girl. And you can't have an Intermission without some cotton candy! After Intermission, we had more acrobats, a magic show, and the elephant act. I don't know about you, but when I think of the circus, the first thing I think of is elephants. They always surprise me how gigantic they are every time I get to see one in person. And sometimes, even when you accidentally blow out a pic's highlights and it's out of focus and grainy and a weird color, it turns outs to be one of my favorites. After all, photography is art! So all in all, it was a good day. I am exhausted, but happy. And I brought my "old" camera thinking I wouldn't get a single good picture. It's a great camera in full light, but low light is very limited with a cropped sensor camera. I ended up being glad I brought it. I also loved seeing my children experience their first circus. Circuses are such magical places, especially for children. I hope I captured some of that magic to share in my pictures with you!
XOXO, Shauna I'm trying out some slideshow software for future weddings (and I even have a birth shoot plan in a few months!!!), so I thought while I was at it, I'd give a shout out to a sweet couple celebrating their 5 month anniversary! Hope you guys have a great day!
XOXO,
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Shauna MaschmannPassion for all things photography, mother of 6 year old twins, Ben and Sydney, wife, daughter, sister, friend. Lover of old movies, anything chocolate, laughing, traveling, speaking Spanish and French, summer, the beach, camping (if s'mores are involved), and being with my friends and family. Archives
June 2014
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