tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-40120178088759043422024-02-06T20:43:39.440-06:00St. Louis Photographer - Wedding, Family, Editorial, Commercial - J. Pollack PhotographyJ. Pollack Photography provides on-location, photojournalistic-style photography: wedding photographer, family photographer, engagement photographer, children's photographer, maternity photographer, boudoir photographer, food photographer, party photographer, commercial photographer, corporate photographer, event photographer, editorial photographer, and more.Jonathanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474383707955669429noreply@blogger.comBlogger83125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4012017808875904342.post-81631020622803781232010-09-26T07:07:00.002-05:002012-02-08T09:33:36.103-06:00Kristen and Brad's Wedding - St. Louis<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiA-njSysTo01Pzdspb21_OqKxrE9U_ysqL0e917kxNW11OPqrahPSYcgceringCtgsSsb6p5o8kcKukTCOtoCsQXjyvZIwP-HiBO5ZISqwU4hDFCeJ3dMkJf3rGXoNaIUXSWsgl9kGwzk/s1600/58961_463548116263_11124946263_6544785_3269255_n%255B1%255D.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="425" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiA-njSysTo01Pzdspb21_OqKxrE9U_ysqL0e917kxNW11OPqrahPSYcgceringCtgsSsb6p5o8kcKukTCOtoCsQXjyvZIwP-HiBO5ZISqwU4hDFCeJ3dMkJf3rGXoNaIUXSWsgl9kGwzk/s640/58961_463548116263_11124946263_6544785_3269255_n%255B1%255D.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br />
<a href="http://www.whittemorehouse.org/">Whittemore House</a> served as the elegant backdrop for Kristen and Brad's Wedding in St. Louis on what must have been one of the hottest and most humid days this past summer. That didn't stop anybody from partying and having a great time.<br />
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Check out some of the highlight <a href="http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=251185&id=11124946263">wedding photos</a> that I posted on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/jpollackphoto">my Facebook page</a>.Jonathanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474383707955669429noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4012017808875904342.post-73074704181480403532010-09-01T14:23:00.000-05:002012-02-08T09:26:29.132-06:00Formal Engagment Photos - Kristen and Brad's Engagement<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/911215816_Wy4XE-800x9999.jpg" /></div><br />
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Brad was a bit uncomfortable in front of the camera at first - most guys are. We chatted it up about board games (a hobby of Kristen and Brad's), cupcakes (Kristen knows some cupcake bloggers from NY that <a href="http://www.cupcakeproject.com/">Stef </a>has met), and food in general (Kristen and Brad first heard of J. Pollack Photography through Jonathan's work in <a href="http://www.saucemagazine.com/">Sauce Magazine</a>). Brad soon relaxed and was able to be himself in front of the camera.<br />
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But, when Brad put on a suit, he was like a different person. He somehow looked taller, more confident, and debonair.<br />
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Kirsten glowed in her dress as well, but then again, Kristen shone from the moment we met her - and wait until you see the wedding pictures. She looked gorgeous!<br />
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Watching a baby learn to crawl is an amazing thing. We don't think about how hard it is to balance and what a miracle of coordination it takes to move forward until we see a little person trying to learn. With these photos, Ben's parents will be able to remember this moment - the one just before Ben was able to run around the house and get into everything in sight. <br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">Ben's such a cutie! We can't wait to watch him grow up, but not too fast.</div><br />
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Our son is about to turn one. So, we understand now more than ever before how quickly kids grow up and how important the memories captured in family photos are. We loved getting a peek at what age one and a half looks likes when we took these photos of Owen and his family. Owen had a blast playing in Forest Park with Mom and Dad and we simply caught the fun on camera. We can't help but smile when we look at these shots. Have a look:<br />
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As most of you know, J. Pollack Photography is the team of Jonathan Pollack and his wife and second shooter Stefani Pollack. We are one of those fortunate couples that are not only able to work together, but in fact love to do so. For Leslie and Ron's wedding, we worked together in a completely different way. While Jonathan took photos, Stefani took care of the wedding cupcakes. (You can read all about the cupcakes and see more wedding photos over on Stefani's blog, <a href="http://www.cupcakeproject.com/2010/05/wedding-30-why-i-made-over-300-cupcakes.html">Cupcake Project</a>.)<br />
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If you read <a href="http://www.cupcakeproject.com/2010/05/wedding-30-why-i-made-over-300-cupcakes.html">Stefani's post</a>, you'll learn that Ron is our cousin and Leslie was a cousin-to-be. Because we're all family, the bride and groom wanted us to be able to enjoy the ceremony and reception at <a href="http://www.moulinevents.com/">Moulin</a> as guests instead of working. Therefore, we only photographed the wedding preparations, posed formals, and the signing of the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ketubah">ketubah</a> (Jewish marriage contract) and let the very capable team at <a href="http://www.mcpeeksmithphotography.com/">McPeek Smith Photography</a> handle the rest. It was so thoughtful of Ron and Leslie to realize that we couldn't be both photographers and guests.<br />
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The planning by <a href="mailto:simchalourie@yahoo.com">Simcha's</a> and amazing lighting and floral design by <a href="http://www.exclusiveeventsinc.com/">Exclusive Events</a> and <a href="http://www.festiveatmospheres.com/">Festive Atmospheres</a> made for an exquisite-looking event where no detail was missed.<br />
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Here are some of our favorite photos:<br />
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Even though we weren't on the clock during the reception, we couldn't help but take a few more pictures.<br />
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Congratulations to cousins Leslie and Ron - may you have many joyous and sweet years together!Jonathanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474383707955669429noreply@blogger.com2Lafayette Square, St Louis, MO, USA38.621283890136318 -90.21284937858581538.62075989013632 -90.213761378585815 38.621807890136317 -90.211937378585816tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4012017808875904342.post-22586300903617499302010-07-20T12:33:00.000-05:002010-07-20T12:33:39.816-05:00St. Louis Wedding Photos - Emma and Travis's Wedding<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/911194339_kHQvz-M.jpg" /></div><br />
Shooting <a href="http://jpollackphoto.blogspot.com/2010/07/st-louis-bridal-portraits-emmas-bridals.html">Emma's bridal portraits</a> got us all excited about the upcoming wedding. We knew it would be a blast - and we were right. With the help of their stellar wedding planner, <a href="http://www.dodsoneventsgroup.com/">Dodson Events Group</a>, both the ceremony and reception at St. Louis's <a href="http://www.citymuseum.org/">City Museum</a> went off without a hitch! We were so glad to share day with such a nice couple.<br />
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As if Emma weren't vibrant enough, the flowers by <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/the-special-event-florist-tina-barrera/73523079303">The Special Event Florist Tina Barrera</a> really made the event pop.<br />
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We also enjoyed chatting with the nice folks from <a href="http://www.hollyberrybaking.com/">Hollyberry Baking Co.</a><br />
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Congratulations to Emma and Travis!Jonathanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474383707955669429noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4012017808875904342.post-82319467271941748752010-07-19T18:41:00.001-05:002010-07-19T18:42:20.022-05:00St. Louis Bridal Portraits - Emma's Bridals<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903394737_Btzhe-M.jpg" /></div><br />Although not every St. Louis bride treats herself to bridal portraits, the ones who do are in for a big treat! We like to do bridal portraits on the same day that the bride does her hair and makeup trial. That way, she looks similar to the way she'll look on her wedding day - but a whole lot more relaxed. We can take the time to explore different poses and lighting that we might not have time for on the big day. It's about having fun and feeling beautiful.<br /><br />Emma chose to do her bridal portraits at the <a href="http://www.kirkwoodpres.org/">First Presbyterian Church in Kirkwood</a> where the wedding would be held, but bridal portraits can take place at any location the bride chooses.<br /><br />Check out some of our favorites from Emma's bridal session.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903394703_wyVk6-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903394797_juduy-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903394878_PVVRy-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903394894_nsiZs-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903395013_vfbCx-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903395238_8rbpp-M.jpg" /></div><br />Emma's hair and makeup was done by <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Maplewood-MO/Susie-Treadway-Katie-Hilgendorf-at-Loft-22-Salon/136961283020">Katie Hilgendorf</a>.Jonathanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474383707955669429noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4012017808875904342.post-57054804225224987632010-06-23T13:33:00.001-05:002010-06-23T15:27:29.887-05:00St. Louis Bat Mitzvah Phototography - Madi's Bat Mitzvah Party at Meadowbrook Country Club<div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903380989_RCHeP-M.jpg" /></div><br />Madi's Bat Mitzvah party at St. Louis's <a href="http://www.meabrk.org/">Meadowbrook Country Club</a> was sweet!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903379472_dwnnG-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903381089_7pSS9-M.jpg" /></div><br />The party even had its own dounut machine in addition to the ubiquitous chocolate fountain.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903379685_JiLmU-M.jpg" /></div><br />But, Madi and her friends didn't need the sugar high to get out on the dance floor. They were such a fun group and Reggie from <a href="http://www.pecparty.com/">Pure Entertainment Company</a> did an outstanding job of keeping the party going. <br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903379913_yyRzv-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903380160_e2ncs-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903380297_pfQnh-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903380430_stUEG-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903380566_zTLSQ-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903380707_FyGFL-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/903380820_NA7SC-M.jpg" /></div><br />Mazel Tov to Madi and her family. Thanks for letting us be a part of your celebration!Jonathanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474383707955669429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4012017808875904342.post-53176557823859020772010-06-19T17:41:00.000-05:002010-06-19T17:41:14.255-05:00The Golden Hour - Cate and Joe's St. Louis Engagement Photos<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/901474755_bVZjs-M.jpg" /></div><br />
Whenever possible, we try to schedule our engagement and family shoots during the golden hour (the first or last hour of sunlight during the day). We got perfect golden hour light in the photo above, taken at the very end of Cate and Joe's engagement session. When we saw the light beaming down in that empty field, we were practically giddy!<br />
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When we scheduled Kathryn and Kent's engagement shoot in <a href="http://mo-webstergroves2.civicplus.com/index.aspx?NID=171">Webster Groves's Blackburn Park</a>, we had no idea that Kent was on a softball league there. He had has bat in the car and his eyes lit up when we said that we could take some photos on the ball field. Here is Kathryn and Kent's baseball photo (it's sure to be a collector's trading card one day) along with some of the other photos that we took in the park.<br />
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We always tell our St. Louis couples meeting us for engagement photography that they are welcome to bring props. The props should be fun and things that they both love that would help to show off their personalities. Caitlin and Andrew showed up for their engagement photos with the very best prop - their baby!<br />
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There is nothing more peaceful than a sleeping baby - except perhaps, an eating baby.<br />
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One thing that we know for sure is that Kacey already has a best friend, Duke!<br />
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We had a blast taking these family photos and look forward to watching Kacey grow!Jonathanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474383707955669429noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4012017808875904342.post-6808674898388701852010-06-14T20:29:00.000-05:002010-06-14T20:29:25.870-05:00St. Louis Baby Photos at Foam - Reis at 8 Months<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/900754395_3oNkH-M.jpg" /></div><br />
We met Reis <a href="http://jpollackphoto.blogspot.com/2009/06/lafayette-square-maternity-photos-sara.html">in his mama's belly</a>. Then, we took his <a href="http://jpollackphoto.blogspot.com/2009/08/st-louis-family-photography-reis-and.html">newborn photos</a>. In these photos, he's eight months old and we think that this little man keeps getting cuter! We had a ball with Reis and his mom at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/FoamCoffeeandBeer">Foam</a>. <br />
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We thought it was going to rain during Jillian and Bret's Forest Park engagement photos. But, they weren't worried! They brought along their umbrellas and hoped for the best. While it didn't rain, we still broke out an umbrella and got one of our favorite photos of the shoot!<br />
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Thanks goes out to Jillian and Bret for a fun hike up a waterfall. We're sure your wedding day will be a blast!Jonathanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474383707955669429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4012017808875904342.post-37826608164408719852010-05-14T11:24:00.004-05:002010-05-19T20:33:12.290-05:00Details! - Jill and Kai's St . Louis Wedding at Caroline Vineyard<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/863757656_BChnM-M.jpg" width="266" height="400" /></div><br />While we love taking pictures of the Bride and Groom on their wedding day, most St. Louis brides and grooms like to have pictures of the little details that made their wedding extra special. To get the best shots of your details, remember to leave extra time in your wedding day for detail photos.<br /><div style="text-align: left;"></div><br />Let's look at some of the detail shots that we like to capture and we'll share some tips along the way.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/863757476_GKAnM-M.jpg" /></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;">If you'd like a photo of your dress, make sure to not only have us arrive before you put it on (duh!), but also remember to bring along a nice hanger to show it off; while a wire hanger can work, it doesn't look classy or fitting for a wedding dress. Since you've budgeted enough time on your wedding day for taking all of these detail pictures, we'll have plenty of opportunity to scout out the best place to set it up and photograph it.<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/863757602_EnWDt-M.jpg" width="400" height="266" /></div><br />Rings look beautiful on your fingers, but to give the rings the glory they deserve, we like to borrow them from you for a few minutes (we always give them back!) to take some close up shots.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/863757738_dG8rW-M.jpg" width="400" height="266" /></div><br />We always photograph your cake before you eat it (and, of course, when you cut it, feed it to each other, or shove it in each other's faces). Cake toppers and flowers can make your cake picture perfect.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/863757993_6d5Nk-M.jpg" /></div><br />Your bouquet needs its moment to shine as well. Remember to keep it in water when you aren't using it so that the flowers stay fresh.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/863758175_qFBLH-M.jpg" /></div><br />And - don't forget the shoes! Keep in mind that you don't need to wear heels. Jill, Kai, and their entire wedding party wore Chuck Taylors. Fun!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">When thinking about your details, keep true to yourself - that always yields the best photos. We can't wait to see what you come up with!<br /><br />Thanks to Jill and Kai for being our model couple and congrats again on your big day! We had a blast working with you!</div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/863757907_GumAa-M.jpg" /></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/863758036_befKy-M.jpg" /></div>Stefhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01248736087756634030noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4012017808875904342.post-62319117099125890192010-04-23T22:06:00.001-05:002010-04-23T22:09:28.016-05:00Just Be Yourselves - Lindsey and Justin<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/844938642_b32zf-M.jpg" /></div><br />
To say that we had fun shooting Lindsey and Justin's St. Louis wedding at the <a href="http://www.pattylongcatering.com/eventsites.htm">9th Street Abbey</a> would be an understatement. We had a blast because they did, too! Their personalities and interests were present in every aspect of the day. When you plan your wedding, never forget that it's <i>your </i>day - remember that it's OK to ignore protocol and do things your own way.<br />
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Special thanks goes out to my awesome second and third shooters (<a href="http://www.cupcakeproject.com/">Stef</a> and <a href="http://coreywoodruff.com/">Corey Woodruff</a>)!Jonathanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474383707955669429noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4012017808875904342.post-55597735640073365792010-04-11T10:58:00.002-05:002010-04-11T11:04:35.351-05:00A Tip for Getting the Best Bar/Bat Mitzvah Photos - Jaime's Bat Mitzvah<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/827384238_WCmzK-M.jpg" /></div><br />Jaime's Bat Mitzvah was held at St. Louis's <a href="http://www.unitedhebrew.org/Home.aspx">United Hebrew Congregation</a>.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/827384218_vkDZj-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/827384251_4SB28-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/827384205_mNKwn-M.jpg" border="0" /></div><br />We hear that she did a great job and that it was a beautiful service, but we weren't there! The photos above were all taken during Jaime's walk-through (basically a Bat Mitzvah dress rehearsal). Had we taken photos during the actual event, we would not have been allowed to get up close - and we couldn't have gotten the variety of camera angles shown above.<br /><br />For the ultimate Bar/Bat Mitzvah photography experience, we would definitely advise our clients to invite us to the walk-through in addition to the big day.<br /><br />Here are a few of our other favorites. Mazel Tov again to Jaime and her family!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/827384312_FscJm-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/827384210_gMcK9-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/827384286_yvpLU-M.jpg" /></div>Jonathanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474383707955669429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4012017808875904342.post-43878711230844594102010-04-05T06:00:00.001-05:002010-04-05T06:00:05.378-05:00Free 30 Minute Engagement Sessions Are Back - Reserve Your Spot Now<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/528933325_5bYDE-M.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 600px; height: 400px;" src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/528933325_5bYDE-M.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a><br />We had such fun doing free engagement sessions last Spring that we are doing it again! Be sure to reserve your spot soon because they are likely to fill up fast!<div><br /></div><div><b>The Specifics</b></div><div><ul><li><b>Date:</b> May 2</li><li><b>Time:</b> <a href="mailto:jpollack@jpollackphoto.com?Subject=Free engagement sessions">Contact us</a> to reserve your time slot</li><li><b>Place:</b> <a href="http://mo-webstergroves2.civicplus.com/index.aspx?NID=171">Blackburn Park in Webster Groves</a></li><li><b>Who:</b> All engaged couples who have not yet selected a wedding photographer are eligible.</li><li><b>What's Included:</b> Not only do you get a free 30 minute photo session, you also get access to a custom web gallery where you can download high-resolution copies of the photos for FREE. </li><li><b>The Catch:</b> After you see us in action, we ask that you take a few minutes to sit with us and learn about our wedding packages (no high pressure sales - we're photographers, not salespeople). We also require that you sign a release form allowing us to use your images in our marketing materials.</li></ul></div>Stefhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01248736087756634030noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4012017808875904342.post-81236639140551458242010-03-30T15:08:00.000-05:002010-03-30T20:17:49.995-05:00Lucky You - Lucky Us - Sarah and Liran's Wedding<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708884_wVZpE-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">We love it when we get the opportunity to work with some of St. Louis's best wedding planners. Sarah and Liran chose <a href="http://www.luckyyoustl.com/">Lucky You</a> for their floral design and wedding planning and we knew that all of the details would be perfect! They were!<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708893_6tuwc-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708922_pMwYd-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708925_oExr7-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708945_T2N5S-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708946_miZs7-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">But, what we didn't know, was how beautiful and fun Sarah and Liran would be! We loved getting the opportunity to photograph the wonderful couple, their family, and friends at their <a href="http://www.stlouisartistsguild.org/">St. Louis Artists' Guild</a> wedding.<br /></div><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708907_zqx8F-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708960_4rVKV-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708959_8JVBK-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708961_4scYn-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708980_4N9RM-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708982_Yk5WB-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708990_MoGK5-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708998_7NtpF-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812709000_M3ayE-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812709012_VCpj3-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812709014_xTBRZ-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812709023_oni2Y-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812709024_MimTt-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708226_YSNiE-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708242_anMb3-M.jpg" /></div>Jonathanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474383707955669429noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4012017808875904342.post-63930556925563465932010-03-27T20:59:00.001-05:002010-03-30T22:02:37.138-05:00We Are Family - Erin and Carl's Wedding<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812745894_6HYhA-M.jpg" /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><br />Weddings are just as much about the families as they are about the bride and groom. At Erin and Carl's St. Louis wedding, you could feel the families' love for the bride and groom.<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812745811_fphRe-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812745933_Q2Ldw-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812745949_WULyD-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812745960_z3aTn-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812745973_gYZs3-M.jpg" /><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812745881_kYuSS-M.jpg" /><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812745875_BG4A9-M.jpg" /><br /></div><br />Let's not forget about Erin and Carl's Greek families!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812746051_rCWbv-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812746069_pLRj4-M.jpg" /><br /></div><br />It was such a fun party...<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812746143_w3rHf-M.jpg" /><br /></div><br />...for young...<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812746058_EuNVr-M.jpg" /><br /></div><br />...and old.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812746001_Ra3gK-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Carl surprised Erin with this photo of himself with a bald eagle. 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It was a long day for us, but so worth it! There was so much excitement in the air and we got swept up with the energy! <br /><br />One of Margo and Drew's officiants, Rabbi Rose, was the officiant at our wedding and it was great to see him. We think about our wedding and look through our photos often. It helps us to remember how important the photos are to our clients and how they preserve the wonder of their weddings. <br /><br />Check out Margo and Drew's photos:<br /></div><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708747_u4nub-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708750_NTqzx-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708760_UdKjK-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708767_YF6x5-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708777_NNwCj-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708794_ho6dR-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708798_Lrxh4-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708801_cK7yG-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708807_yfVLF-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708820_F86WV-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708831_2GhNP-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708837_ebAEB-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708856_XvoFb-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708862_vKUaP-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708879_qAr6m-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708867_Tsg34-M.jpg" /><br /></div><br />Margo and Drew's awesome cupcakes were prepared by our friend and cupcake connoisseur Amy Fenster Brown.Jonathanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474383707955669429noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4012017808875904342.post-91018578911484930902010-03-19T14:53:00.000-05:002010-03-24T17:00:40.361-05:00Belleville Wedding Photography - Joyce and Dave<div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">Of course, I love the kiss. However, the moment right after the kiss when the couple turns and faces the crowd is what it's all about. The wedding planning stress is gone and the couple's faces reflect their happiness and love.<br /></div><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708642_kV7tT-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">We loved being there to capture that moment - and all of the other moments - of Joyce and Dave's Belleville, Illinois wedding at <a href="http://www.bellecourtbc.com/">Bellecourt Place</a>.<br /><br />We had a great time with them taking formals<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708637_g3upA-M.jpg" /><br /></div></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;">and not so formals:<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708634_MohUo-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">And, check out their amazing cake!<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708700_BkXFo-M.jpg" /><br /></div></div></div></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Our only complaint of the night was that Grandma tried to take over our job.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708671_dAvYb-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Sorry, we're not hiring right now. <br /><br />Here are a few other of our favorite shots from the night:<br /><br /></div></div></div><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708616_eK9hB-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708676_wCjuJ-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708690_Xzphq-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708687_FM8Xj-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708725_bFrN8-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708734_iTsAt-M.jpg" /></div>Jonathanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474383707955669429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4012017808875904342.post-29904407744260481872010-03-18T14:50:00.001-05:002010-03-24T16:30:34.584-05:00Who Says the Bride Has to Wear White? Mary and Stuart's Wedding<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708594_vMz3C-M.jpg" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">We knew Mary's sister, Christine, because we'd taken photos of her amazing food at <a href="http://www.allgreatrestaurants.com/">Big Sky Cafe</a> for <a href="http://www.saucemagazine.com">Sauce Magazine</a>.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/598069100_fbYo5-M.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 450px;" src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/598069100_fbYo5-M.jpg" alt="" border="0" /><span style="display: block;" id="formatbar_Buttons"><span class="down" style="display: block;" id="formatbar_JustifyCenter" title="Align Center" onmouseover="ButtonHoverOn(this);" onmouseout="ButtonHoverOff(this);" onmouseup="" onmousedown="CheckFormatting(event);FormatbarButton('richeditorframe', this, 11);ButtonMouseDown(this);"><img src="img/blank.gif" alt="Align Center" class="gl_align_center" border="0" /></span></span></a>When Christine told us Mary was getting married, we were super excited for the chance to be a part of her big day. The event, held at <a href="http://www.eden.edu/">Eden Theological Seminary</a> in Webster Groves, was so joyous - and doesn't Mary look beautiful in her red dress? Who says a bride has to wear white?<br /></div><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708495_LypEQ-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708511_nafXH-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708519_yRdKc-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708525_RwLSo-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708572_C4vui-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708543_TG7uU-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708567_c7EQi-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708576_Z4f9F-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708590_sULE6-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708615_zM7M5-M.jpg" /></div>Jonathanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474383707955669429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4012017808875904342.post-43933048635832762182010-03-17T14:49:00.008-05:002010-03-24T16:20:23.972-05:00I Don't Normally Shoot in the Rain, But... Kim and Craig's Wedding<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708352_raua5-M.jpg" /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Kim and Craig's wedding was on a very gray day, but after looking at the weather radar, it seemed that they would be in the clear. Getting ready photos - no rain. Formals - no rain. Attendants walking down the aisle - no rain. Then, as Kim began her walk down the aisle, the sky opened up and it was too late to move the wedding indoors (the inside of the venue, <a href="http://www.seethefalls.com/">The Falls in Columbia, Illinois</a>, was already set up for the reception).<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708312_UhpeF-M.jpg" /><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708320_TF7aj-M.jpg" /><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708331_cbjbf-M.jpg" /><br /></div><br />Per my contract, I could have run inside to protect my camera gear, but I couldn't miss the opportunity to capture such a special moment.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/818652213_xfNZ4-M.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 450px;" src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/818652213_xfNZ4-M.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;">Thanks goes out to my second shooter, <a href="http://www.robinfrisellaphoto.com/">Robin Frisella</a>,<br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:78%;">for capturing this shot of me - and many other great shots that night.</span><br /></div><br />For the curious, my camera did short out. But, as always, I brought along more than one and the wet camera worked again after it dried up.<br /><br />Before you feel too bad for Kim and Craig and their rainy wedding day, take a look their reward:<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708344_nSiQQ-M.jpg" /><br /></div><br />It seems to me that they couldn't have been more lucky!<br /><br />Here are some of my other favorite shots from their wedding:<br /><br /></div><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708252_K7vrN-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708262_4FJDA-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708265_7VRqx-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708281_iQtEa-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708285_sMatB-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708302_aGE8m-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708341_iJdoS-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708367_xzA9x-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708369_jWB9H-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708384_589yY-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708397_8oaUA-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708400_g2SvE-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708414_zbmSe-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708424_UUbjz-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708430_nFjJW-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/812708435_noUPJ-M.jpg" /></div>Jonathanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474383707955669429noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4012017808875904342.post-10349928955203916942010-01-24T08:33:00.009-06:002010-01-24T23:11:03.699-06:00Yearly Family PhotosOne of the best things about having family photos taken is looking back to see how your family grew and changed: babies became toddlers, kids, and then teens; hair was worn short, long, or disappeared; clothing ranged from bell bottoms to leggings or mini skirts.<br /><br />As photographers, we get the joy of seeing these changes not just in our own families but also in the families that give us the privilege of taking their yearly family photos. We love the opportunity to get to know our clients over the years and to share in their life milestones.<br /><br />We took this photo last year:<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/772832881_TNE7g-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Here she is again, a year later:<br /></div><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/772104966_GYcrx-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/772105028_foNdB-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">When we returned to take photos this year, we learned that there was a new member of the family:<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/772104889_q3TWv-M.jpg" /><br /></div><br /></div><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/772104922_ytqhP-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Look at that proud big sister:<br /></div><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/772104973_mipL2-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">And the whole happy family:<br /></div><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/772105129_hBGdh-M.jpg" /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Our favorite photo of the shoot, however, might be this one of mom and dad, exhausted, but still smiling and in love:<br /></div><br /><img src="http://jpollackphoto.smugmug.com/photos/772105145_BQ6wB-M.jpg" /></div>Jonathanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00474383707955669429noreply@blogger.com1