Irene and Mike- Congratulations!!

This past weekend I was priviliged to photograph the wedding of Irene and Mike, two very good friends from Ohio.  I loved being a part of this wedding and had a great time at St. Johns Church.  I especially like these images because we made all of them without having to leave the church grounds.  It's not always necessary to drive a large distance to get great images.

Irene custom-made necklaces for her bridesmaids to wear.

Mike calmed his nerves by listening to the choir rehearse before the ceremony.

Quintessential Mike!!

Help me find the Best Love Story in Town

Follw this link for information about my exciting new contest.
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I'm looking for the best love story in town.

I’m looking for couples getting married in 2010 who need a photographer and are willing to share their story. 

Who is eligible to enter:

-Any couple getting married in 2010 who has not yet contracted a photographer or has a contract with Sharon Gutowski Photography

What you win:

-One grand prize winner will win a complimentary, custom designed guest book with your engagement photos

-The bragging rights of knowing you’re story is officially the Best Love Story in Town

-Two honorable mentions will receive a set of 200 thank-you cards

-Every couple who enters will receive a complimentary engagement session with an online gallery to share your photos and order prints (high resolution CD available for purchase or with wedding package)

-A feature on my blog showcasing your Engagement photos and story (so make sure it’s something you’re willing to share with others)

How the Stories will be judged:

-The uniqueness of the story

-The story’s ability to make me say “AWWW!!!!” or laugh out loud

-The stories will be judged only by me.

Your story can include anything that makes you unique as a couple.  It can be joyful, dramatic, thought-provoking, funny, or any number of emotions.  Some possibilities include: how he proposed, how you met, your first date, how you knew he was the one, an obstacle you overcame in your relationship, your first impression, or something you hope to do in your life together in the future.

Email your story to sharon@sharongutowski.net with "Love Story Contest" in the subject line by February 1, 2010.

Claire and Matt- wedding

Claire and Matt had a beautiful October wedding with some whismical twists: rather than a traditional wedding cake they had a fancy dessert bar, they skipped the bouquet toss and first dance.  Claire also made beautiful flower collars for her dogs and and had a photobooth complete with props.

Many members of Matt's family sang during the wedding. 

Claire and Matt- Teaser image

Here's a quick post from Claire and Matt's wedding.  It was a fantastic day in every sense and I can hardly wait to post more, so stay tuned!

Jovanna from Longo Law Firm

Jovanna is a local bankruptcy attorney who wanted some portraits for her website.  It was a fun time and I could see that's she's incredibly knowledgable about her work.  I had a great time creating these portraits because the Central West End is one of my favorite neighborhoods and the golden hour provides the best light for portraits.