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Friday, September 26, 2008

Ashley & Reggie in the BIG game


Small world story: My 1st contact as most often is from my website. So, upon scheduling our first meeting I like to meet with both the bride and groom if possible.  Upon our meeting and introductions, I learned Reggie`s last name was Kohn. Now the small world part... Reggie`s dad was my wife`s high school P.E. coach, and then my wife taught with Reggie’s mother for 10 yrs. This is a small world.


Both Reggie and Ashley are beautiful, down to earth people from GREAT families and a long line of educators. Reggie is a High school basketball coach just like his proud father, and Ashley is an elementary school teacher. They exchanged their vows at the First United Methodist Church of Winter Park with about 250 friends and family present to celebrate this union.  The reception was at the beautiful ballroom at Church Street in Orlando with enough food for all of the county and followed by enough dancing to work off the calories.


Reggie this was the game of your life and BOTH you and Ashley are the winners.




Congrats Again,

Scott

Monday, September 22, 2008

Serving in Iraq ( with big boots to fill)


Every now & then a photographer gets a little more inspiration. This was one of those occasions for me. I had the pleasure of meeting this wonderful couple at a wedding I did a few months ago. Jen, was a bridesmaid who was so friendly and photgenic that is was easy for me to "take her picture" and Mike her husband, serving in Iraq and the brother of the (beautiful) bride who was also a groomsman caught my attention and admiration when I saw him in uniform. I had instant respect for him and what he is sacrificing to serve our country. Put yourself in his position leaving his wife Jen and ABSOLULTEY adorable daughter Katelyn while in the middle east for who knows how long. 

So, after the all weddings I post images online for all to see. I guess Jen liked what she saw enough to contact me for there own family pictures. We planned this for a couple of months since they are currently living out of state. For me it was something that excited me from the first time we talked. 1st) I have a TREMENDOUS respect for all of our armed forces and the sacrifice they make for all of us.  2nd) Jen, explained that these images were going to be extremely emotional for the memories they will preserve for everyone for a very long time.

We took time to photograph Mike in both his military uniform and civilian clothes. I also thought it would be nice to take some "grown up" shots that Jen and Mike could have for themselves. As anyone with kids knows it is hard to have "adult" time only. this was a great opportunity to give this to them. We were able to get many images of the family as well as the "grown ups" alone.

When Mike came out from changing into civilian clothes he put has (actual) Army boots here wears in (combat) on the ground. It was then I got the idea to "connect" Katelyn to her father that will be forever!

You guys are GREAT!.

With respect,
Scott Craig

Wednesday, September 3, 2008

Meet the Inmans


I know I have said this b4, but I am still amazed at how important and powerful the Internet is. Here is another FANTASTIC experience I have had. Regina was looking to have some photos taken while on vacation in Daytona from Georgia with her family. She had expressed the importance of this occasion & I was really honored to be the one to capture these memories. We emailed and spoke over the phone for a couple of months and while we originally decided to meet in St Augustine in the late afternoon the weather was a big concern for all. So, at the last minute we decided just to stay in the Daytona area and meet in the morning instead. I am glad we did. As minutes after the session ended and I was driving home... & BOOM came the hurricane force rains which most certainly would have put a damper on the original location and time of session.
Anyway, Upon meeting the whole family which included 3 BEAUTIFUL children I was able to “connect” with them on more personal level then just photographer there for a job. I found a several common bonds between Milton the husband and myself...not just being a parent and having kids of similar ages, but the LOVE of motorcycles especially dirt bikes. If you ride you understand. It is something that is indescribable.
The session/experience ended with many beautiful images that will be cherished for generations. And I feel I met new friends.
I thank you for a wonderful time and allowing me to be the one to capture these memories. And to show me just how powerful the internet is.

Best Wishes,
Scott

Expecting Maya


This past week I had the pleasure of photographing my Niece & Nephew Dennis and Maruxa who are expecting their 1st child a baby girl who they are naming Maya. It amazing to me seeing my “little” niece who I 1st met 15 years ago when she was about 10 years old now preparing to be a mother. Both she and Dennis are going to be fantastic, caring & very loving parents. Murph, get ready for a lot of sleepless nights and changing diapers. You know you have a HUGE support group in all os us, your family!
We all can`t wait for Maya to have a sibling.

With Love, your family

Tuesday, September 2, 2008

It`s The Law


This past week I was commissioned to photograph Chris & James. The Attorneys of Payer Law Group Located in Orlando & Miami. The images are to be used for there advertising. So, Ok I admit I was a little nervous when working for a Attorney you automatically have FEAR!!. But, I gotta tell you....We had a GREAT! time with lots of laughs. I am a Big sports fan and from the moment I saw Chris` office with football memorabilia I knew this was going to be a good time. Even though Chris is a Nole fan (I didn`t hold that against him). And then I met James the one standing who is Hurricane fan (so am I) Don`t hold that against me. All said we got some fantastic images that they are using for there advertising.... GO CANES

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