Ephrata Fair '08

It's time for the 2008 Ephrata Street Fair. One of the largest street fairs on the East Coast. This year was kinda last minute since we didn't even realize it was going on until the day before. We still had a bunch of fun and Alexa got to ride her first rides. She couldn't have had more fun! Enjoy the pictures.

Rolling into the fair.


Alexa in awe of the big rides.


But having fun on the carousel.


But sad when she didn't want the ride to end.


Then happy again when she got to ride in the bee.


Flying high in the bee.


I think this shot says it all.


And back on the carousel, this time on the zebra.


Walking through the game row with mommy.


MMmmm, fried Oreos.


And... she likes funnel cake!


Watching the parade with mommy before we left.

Kate & Tim @ Lauxmont

I have to thank Katie Trefry at http://www.katytrefryphotography.com/ for asking me to help her out and photograph the wedding of Kate and Tim. It was a warm and humid day on Saturday. Their wedding was below the pool at the sunken fountain with the reception just below that. It was beautiful how it overlooked the Susquehanna.

We started out shooting at the house with the girls. Got some inside stuff before going outside and praying that the rain stayed away.

Then it was up to the pool to meet with the guys. We got some shots of them goofing around near the pool. They were a fun bunch. Then I scared Tim half to death by taking a few shots of their rings while they were on his should. The reason he was so scared, I had him standing right next to the pool.

The wedding went off without a hitch, and only a slight sprinkle during it for a minute or two. Then some family and bridal party pictures in the courtyard of the mansion. The sun actually came out as well. Then some stuff with just Tim and Kate before we were off to the reception. It started off like many other receptions. But when the alcohol started flowing, things got interesting. Family singing karaoke, lots of crazy dancing, and even the Thriller dance by the brides brothers, mom and the bride. It was a great time and I was thankful to be able to be a part of it.

We started in the house and the light was beautiful at the landing in the second floor of the stairs.


Again, with the beautiful light making Kate look even more beautiful.


A simple fun shot while sitting on a bench in the downstairs area.


Kate and the girls on the porch of the house.


Here's Tim at the pool house. These doors were great for design and we did a bunch of stuff here with the full party.


Through the large bushes, Tim was a trooper even with the humidity.


The brides flowers, I put them on the bush which was interesting to get them to stay up. But it looks awesome!


The party wanted to get on the golf cart, so I said Go For It!


The bride and groom in the doorway of the mansion.


And again getting in the doorway being a little more affectionate.


The wall color and lighting in this passthrough was amazing! Made for some really wonderful shots!


Out by the pool for a few shots.


Forgetting about the weather and just being into each other.


A fun ring shot by the pool. It made the bride nervous, but everything was fine.


A beautiful cake! And yummy as well.


Some didn't make it through the whole night.


Bridesmaids dancing always involves taking off the shoes.


Just thought this was a fun shot, with some great movement.


Alcohol, it makes a party fun!


Tim with his new brother in law singing up a storm.


As I promised, the Thriller dance.


And Kates family getting into the Thriller Dance.


Kate and Tim during one of the final slow songs.


Some family members singing up a storm. These guys were REALLY good!!


Fun, fun, fun! This whole reception was just fun!


A night shot of the reception location. It was a beautiful night and cleared up from the humidity and cloudiness of the day. It was a beautiful ending!

Thank you Hanna! Rita & Corey's wet wedding 09/06/08

So, a big thank you to Hurricane Hanna for washing out the day! At least you made the wedding of Rita and Corey interesting if nothing else. Rita and Corey had this beautiful plan to be married outside on her families property. However, Hurricane Hanna had other plans. So, last minute changes were made and they had the wedding at this cute little church that was close by.

Everything turned out just wonderful anyway, and what Hanna took away for most of the day, she made up for in a big way at the end of the day. You'll see if you scroll down just how beautiful and amazing the end of this day was.

The day started off with Peanut Butter Jelly Time! My favorite jingle from the Family Guy!


The guys got ready at the NW EMS station. It made for some really great, interesting shots like this one in the middle of the station floor.


I thought this one was really cool as well. Corey was more than willing to get in the Ambulance for a few shots.


Then it was off to the church to take some shots of Rita. The lightin in this one is just beautiful!


Windows are great for lighting, so dramatic.


How beautiful is she here?!?! Had to tone this one, it just cried out for it.


We got outside (although it was under the porch) for a few shots.


Love this angle. She looks so good here.


The girls having fun in the rain under an umbrella.


The couple leaving the ceremony in what else, the Ambulance. Lights and sirens blazing.


The cute couple in the window looking out at the wonderful weather going on.


Some shots of the couple outside under the porch again.


Oh, they were having fun!


What are else are you going to do when your wedding gets rained on but laugh and enjoy yourself.


Rita's grandmothers cross.


So, the clouds started to clear a bit at the reception. Well, why not head out and take a few wet shots. Right?


We walked across the street where we found some flowers to shoot near.


On the way back across the street, we saw the most beautiful double rainbow ever. I've never seen anything like it! The whole day was wet and soggy, but this more than made up for it.


And what's at the end of the rainbow for Corey... Rita of course!


A few fun parting shots with the lights going on the Ambulance.


The beach ball says it all! Considering it was like a day at the beach.


Congrats to you both, it was a lot of fun and I hope you love the pictures!