November 06, 2011

Nicole and Patrick's Wedding Album | Atlanta Wedding Photography

November 06, 2011/ Cindy Brown

A wedding photojournalist's job is to capture the emotions, the hugs and kisses, the family and friends, the love that tell the story of a wedding day. And the wedding album design is the culmination of a wedding photojournalist's work. I've actually worked as a photojournalist, picture editor and designer for newspapers in previous careers and I bring this experience to the task of designing albums for the couple's whose weddings I document. Except I don't consider it a task. I love doing it.

Here are a few spreads from a recent design, an album for Nicole and Patrick.

cover of coffee table book wedding album

As you can see, the designs are clean, classic layouts ... designed for an heirloom that will last a lifetime. Atlanta Dpcumentary Wedding Photographer

October 12, 2011

Using Photographs in Combination | Lori and Matt's Decatur Wedding Photography

October 12, 2011/ Cindy Brown

When I worked as a picture editor for the Indianapolis Star, one of the techniques I liked to pull out of my back pocket when appropriate was the use of photographs in combination. I now use the same idea in slideshows, blogposts, and wedding album design. There are several reasons to use photos in combination. In this example, the photos are used in a series of three to show the changing expressions on Lori's face. Capturing emotion is at the heart of wedding photojournalism, but often expressions and emotions flow from one to the next -- a series helps capture this flow.

Another reason to use a combo of photographs is to show a small detail, Lori's Dad's boutineer, and then how it is used. Here the series contrasts Matt with one of his groomsmen and his Dad, all in similar poses, but with slightly different expressions. Action combos, like the one below, work best if all the characters from one photo, Lori, two bridesmaids and Mom, appear in the next. The contrast in this combo comes simply from the far away view of Lori in her dress vs the close-up dress detail. When using this type of combo make sure the detail is especially interesting. In this combo we see a scattered group of family and friends come together in community to pray. This final series uses three images to show unfolding action. The tiny arm movements before the wedding become a dance when put together in a series. Rock on, Lori!

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Funny aside: How not to put on a boutineer. (In case you're wondering, they never figure out where the boutineer is supposed to go.)

October 10, 2011

Kelly and Daniel's Wedding Featured on Occasions Blog | Dahlonega Wedding Photographer

October 10, 2011/ Cindy Brown

I'm happy to report that Kelly and Daniel's amazing Rainbow Color Scheme Wedding is now featured on Occasions Magazine Blog. I love the details about how Kelly and Daniel met, how he proposed, and how the artist in Kelly created the wedding day details.

Thanks for choosing us to photograph your awesome wedding, Kelly and Daniel. We had a blast!

2019 update: The post is no longer online.

October 04, 2011

Lori and Matt's Decatur First UMC/Silverbelle Pavilion Wedding | Atlanta Wedding Photojournalism

October 04, 2011/ Cindy Brown

I'm hard at work editing, processing and toning photos from Lori and Matt's incredible Oct 1 wedding, which took place at the Decatur First United Methodist Church and the Silverbelle Pavilion. Talk about a fun wedding. Everyone had a blast, especially the bride! Here are a few favorites. I promise to share more soon:

Combo Bride with Bridesmaid | Mother of Groom with Jesus

Decatur First United Methodist Church Chapel Wedding

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September 21, 2011

OK, So I'm Getting Carried Away with the Blogposts About the New Puppy

September 21, 2011/ Cindy Brown

More photos of my new puppy Roux. Here's a self-portrait with Roux. Oh yeah, check out the new glasses. His ears still can't decide if they want to be Beagle ears or Goat ears. We vote for Beagle ears.

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September 14, 2011

Matt and Joy's St. Pete Wedding | Florida Wedding Photojournalism

September 14, 2011/ Cindy Brown

My assistant Sharon and I had the privilege of photographing my cousin Matt Easterwood's wedding in St. Petersburg, FLorida on Saturday. His bride, the lovely Joy Strickler Easterwood, and family made all the Easterwoods and those related feel very welcome in the warm weather of Florida. The rehearsal dinner and reception took place at the awesome Isla Del Sol Yacht and Country Club. The wedding took place at the First United Methodist Church of St. Petersburg and was officiated by Pastor David Miller. In my meeting with the pastor before photographing the wedding, I found out that we are both graduates of the same seminary -- Candler School of Theology at Emory.

The family highlights of the reception were my 83-year-old Aunt Margaret dancing with my brother Scott and my 87-year-old mother Faye dancing with my cousin Larry. (See below.)

So here are just a few favorites:

Matt and Joy's Wedding | St. Petersburg, FL Wedding Photography

Matt and Joy's Florida Wedding | Tampa Wedding Photography

Matt and Joy's Florida Wedding | Florida Wedding Photography

Matt and Joy's Isla Del Sol Wedding Reception | St. Pete Wedding Photographer

Matt and Joy's Florida Wedding | St. Petersburg Wedding Photography

My Aunt Margaret dances with my brother Scott (below.)

Mom dances with my cousin Larry (below.)

Lucky Penny played at the reception and "Wow", they were great!

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September 03, 2011

Dragoncon Street Photography with my Fuji X100

September 03, 2011/ Cindy Brown

I finally had a chance to take my new Fuji X100 to the streets today. The Dragoncon Parade in downtown Atlanta was the perfect place to put it to the street photography test. I'm still trying to figure out all the bells and whistles on the camera, but despite my lack of familiarity, I managed to come up with some shots I like. Here are a few of my favorites. For more, check out this slideshow.

I spent a lot of time taking photos of people watching the parade. Later in the day, I managed to get close enough to the folks in the parade to click off a few frames I was happy with.

I processed most of the photos as black and white ... guess I was channeling the 1980s street photographer in me. But there were a few photos that just screamed color -- see below.

Dragoncon 2011 | Atlanta Street Photography

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September 02, 2011

Nicole and Patrick | Eagle's Landing Country Club Part II

September 02, 2011/ Cindy Brown

Yesterday I promised to post some of my favorite photos from the other members of my photo team. Today's post focuses on photos taken by my intern, Kara Johnson. She took a black-and-white photo class several years ago, but has only recently become serious about her photography. She has a wonderful sensitivity to people and a great eye. Here are a few of my favorites Kara took at Nicole and Patrick's wedding.