Images by Daniel Michael

Cincinnati Wedding Photography Scott & Jen 2-18-12

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 15:20:28 EST

Be sure to view the additional Wedding Photos on facebook and feel free to tag yourselves. Also, please click the "like" or "retweet" buttons on the bottom of this entry to share this wedding story with your friends. Enjoy your sneak peek! The rest will be ready in 4-6 weeks.

What can I say about Scott and Jen...? I think the one thing that really stood out to me about the two of them is just the way they get each other. I see a comfort level with who they are and appreciating everyone around them for who and what they are. It's a rare and valuable trait they both have. And it's part of what made this day so special. Never once did I feel like I was anything but an old family friend. I actually stayed an hour late just because I lost track of the time enjoying myself. Now I have to give some credit to Jason from Hey Mr DJ for that. He's not shy telling you that every wedding he dj/mc's is a PARTY!! Based on my experience, I think he's right! They also provided some lighting to add to the look of the room. Just that extra touch of blue which was one of the wedding colors to add a little custom ambiance to the Marquise by McHales in Wilder Kentucky. After giving Hey Mr DJ some credit there, I better give Inga from Affordable Wedding Creations some credit as well! Everything from the boutonnieres and bouquets to the centerpieces and decor were just beautiful!

I've also been avoiding wedding cake for some time for the sake of avoiding my gradual development into santa claus. However, I hadn't tasted cake from Cakes by Mindy outside of at bridal shows and decided it was time for me to break my streak. I'm glad I did. It was kinda fantastic! I also wanted to mention the Limousine and driver from Limousine Express. I tend to worry a little when I'm not with one of my usual transportation companies as seen some pretty shaky service. This was not the case. They were on time, clean limo, professional, easy to work with and friendly.

All and all, Scott and Jen had a pretty fantastic wedding. Enjoy the photos and please click the "like" and "retweet" buttons below!!

tags: Marquise, Hey Mr DJ, Affordable Wedding Creations, Cakes by Mindy, St Paul

Cincinnati Photography Boys Hope Girls Hope

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 02:05:12 EST

I had the distinct pleasure of being the photographer at the Hilton Netherlands in downtown Cincinnati last night for the Boys Hope Girls Hope charity event. It was such a good feeling to be surrounded by so many genuine and fun people as well as these fine young men and women who are striving to successes they never dreamed possible before becoming involved in this organization. There were many sponsors though I only had direct contact with a few of them and would like to thank them for donating their time or money to this great cause.

Folchi's Formalwear

The Soul Pocket Band

The Hilton Netherlands

and Title Sponsor Kroger

I was able to see first hand the impact this cause makes on individual children. It turned around their lives to not only allow them to survive and stay out of trouble but to become leaders in the community as adults. If you are able, it's a cause well worth contributing too.

I also want to thank one of our bride's from 2011 for thinking to involve me in this truly special evening. Thank you Beth Lauber! I have all the photos posted to our facebook page for you to tag yourselves. I'll also be putting up a website in the next week or so for people to order photos if they wish. I'll also be sending a disc with all the images to beth so the people from Boys Hope Girls Hope can also have their own copies.

tags: Boys Hope Girls Hope, Soul Pocket, Folchis, Hilton Pavillion

Photography Cincinnati-Awards Banquet 2012

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:39:37 EST

Here is our list of Cincinnati Wedding Photography awards for 2012.

Photographer of the year-Don Schvart
Employee of the year-Emily Erker
Photo of the year-Samantha Barrick
Customer Service Award-Alyssa Carr

There were a few other awards such as the "best use of a reflective surface (my head) to bounce your flash"-Don Schvart, "WWE Champion-Jessica Rahm and quite a few others I won't mention publicly that you can ask me on facebook or next time you see me.

I again want to thank all who attended as well as everyone who helped make this the record breaking year that it was. I'm blessed to be surrounded by such a talented and genuine staff as well as some wonderful friends in the industry. I also want to thank the vendors who helped make this day so special. Nancy Dawson with Brideface for doing up the ladies. They loved it! Folchi Formalwear for providing my Tux. I almost even looked good!! DJ Jeff from Party Pleasers. And the staff at Receptions Loveland.

If you would like to see the rest of the photos, go to our facebook page.

tags: Receptions Loveland, Party Pleasers, Folchis, Brideface

Say Yes To The Dress Comes To Cincinnati!

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:13:10 EST

The people at Say Yes to the Dress have asked me to help spread the word that they are coming to Cincinnati!

Do you dream of walking down the aisle with the help of New York City’s premiere bridal expert but your budget doesn’t include a trip to the big apple? Never fear! It’s Randy to the Rescue!

For the first time ever, TLC’s Say Yes to the Dress fashion expert (and resident “FOB” – friend-of-the-bride) Randy, is heading off the floor ofKleinfeld and behind the wheel of a big rig – to bring his favorite gowns, his unsurpassed dress knowledge, and his signature “head-to-hem” styling approach to you!

If you love TLC’s Say Yes to the Dress and live in Cincinnati, now is your chance. Email us with your name, age, location, and wedding date ASAP to randytotherescue@gmail.com.

Randy will be in Cincinnati on March 18th, so don't waste anytime! Casting will be coming to a close shortly, Best of luck!

http://tlc.howstuffworks.com/tv/randy-to-the-rescue

tags: Say Yes to the Dress

Recent Family Photography

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:16:19 EST

Between maternity, families and babies, we've been busy! Enjoy this little sample!

tags: Baby, Maternity, Family