These two…
Oh how their smiles bring me life. ♥
Andrea Dozier Dayton Wedding & Lifestyle Photography
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I found myself peeking at this site this morning. As I saw two little guys who have already outgrown these summer pictures, I knew I have to make an effort to post more of their pictures & stories.
In the middle of a hurricane, there are beautiful moments.
I don’t want to forget how wonderful they are.  September 2011
Every summer gives rise to an innocence that quickly expires.  Shake it Out by Florence + the Machine off their new album, Ceremonials, is incredibly inspiring to me tonight. It’s the first time I’ve heard it and I’m bewitched by the passion of her voice & the lyrics. Their first album, Lungs, put Damian to sleep since he was a tiny infant. I’ve been nervous the new album wouldn’t be as good, but that is definitely not going to be a problem.  After all my wedding albums are completed & orders are finalized, I’ll post the remaining weddings from 2011. I’m so excited about the people I’ve worked with and the wonderful memories I have from this year… can’t wait to share my experiences with you. It’s hard to believe by the time that happens, my little house will be illuminated with Christmas lights. ♥ During rainy days, it’s nice to look back on some beautiful weddings from this year as I prep images for albums & posts. Today I’m revisiting Jon & Beverly’s beautiful wedding at the historical Troy Hayner Cultural Center. This wedding venue is pure heaven for photographers. If you love vintage but don’t necessarily own a lot of vintage items yourself, getting married at a museum or historical home gives you a variety of textures & rooms for pretty photographs & backdrops. Jon & Beverly have quite a story to tell about how they first met! It was truly an act of fate, and is partially because of her son who served in the Army. It was beautiful to see their families & friends come together in mutual excitement for the two of them… even the cat snuggled comfortably in her wedding dress! Congratulations Jon & Beverly! ♥
Judging from this morning’s tweets, I believe today is officially the beginning of Fall. I haven’t checked for sure yet, but the rain & pumpkin candles I’m burning say it’s so. The end of summer brings a special season:Â Engagement Sessions! Many of you planning spring & summer weddings can’t wait to get dressed up & get your pictures taken in the next few weeks. One of the most frequently asked photography questions I get is “What should guys wear for engagement pictures?” It’s kind an ambiguous topic. Women have fun shopping & find satisfaction in new dresses. Guys tend to be a little more reluctant to take fashion risks. Sure, they have clothes. But what in the world do they wear for portraits? Not just any portraits, but the “first, official, we are going-to-be-a-couple-forever announcement type portrait.” No pressure, right? Five Tips for Fall Engagement Fashion – FOR MEN. 1. It’s ok to be neutral. I say this because I really like to ask the bride to be the center of attention for a majority of the portraits. I think that a print on a dress or a color that complements her skin tone can make a really awesome focal point for pictures. I think of the guys as the “supporting cast.” For the most part, guys don’t have the same insecurities as women. Making her comfortable & beautiful is really important. If you wear a neutral color that enhances hers, you will have a very cohesive look. Which means: people will think you’re meant for each other based on your wardrobe alone. #winning
2. Dress neatly. Your clothes should fit well, maybe even slightly tighter than normal. You want to be able to move (of course, if you are getting photographed by me), but check to make sure that there aren’t pieces that could be more tailored. If this means you should opt for a new pair of dark jeans or khakis, they will last well into your marriage. She will think you’re pretty dang handsome every time you wear them. 3. Shoes. Photographers like to take pictures of shoes. It’s kind of artsy, it’s kind of offbeat. It’s fun. Most importantly, because she probably didn’t sleep for three nights trying to figure out which ones she would wear! She loves to see pictures of her pretty shoes. Remember this when covering your feet.
4. Sunday best. {Not casual Friday}. I think there is a misconception that if you want casual pictures, you should dress like it’s a vacation morning on a rainy day. Lounge clothes {loose jeans, t shirts, gym shoes} are really comforting. However, look to your photographer {and maybe a shot of Jack} to help you loosen up. You can wear fashionable attire, and still have amazing candid lifestyle photography. You can even have a vintage or modern style & still look at ease. That is the art of a good photographer. To help you relax even in clothes you don’t like to wear. As wedding photographers, we do this on a weekly basis for the men wearing tuxedos. Trust us {wink wink}. 5. Look to the “fakes.” Remember the mannequins at the stores that we always ignore? I know you rarely “shop the look.” However, take notes. Usually there are layered styles {perfect for keeping warm for those of you in Dayton or the Midwest} with pops of color in the right places. If you feel at a complete loss, this is not a bad place to start! It helps keep the flow of the session going {so you don’t have to change everything} and still gives you variety of colors & textures in your photographs. If you’d rather browse online, look at the “lookbooks” or full body scans. Thank me later.
I spent time earlier this morning making a Pinterest board for an upcoming portrait session and that inspired me to do this.
Please feel free to share this link with your engaged friends and let me know if you find this helpful! Whether you are trying to dress him for engagement pictures, family portraits, a Christmas card, or just a freaking Facebook pic {for goodness sake}! Have a good weekend! ♥
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