Building from a new Foundation

As Joe mentioned, JPG went all cowboy recently and turned our wagons to Texas for an intense learning experience alongside some of the best photographers the Wild West (or East, North and South) has to offer. The Foundation Workshop -- brainchild of the amazing Huy Nguyen -- truly was an amazing opportunity to pick the brains of those who have had uncanny success behind the lens and to sharpen our own minds when it comes to capturing your memories. I wish I'd learned so much in college!

I spent two days amongst a herd of alpacas (hairy cousins of the llama) at a small farm just outside Dallas. The workshop had its share of frustration and anxiety on my part, but that's what learning is all about, right? And bottom line: it made me a better photographer. Ever since getting back my mind won't stop swirling with ideas and excitement, and I can't wait to start this wedding season.

Here's a few shots from my time with the critters. To see the full slideshow, including music and a brief, slightly awkward voiceover from me, go to www.fworkshopblog.com.

Kat & Matt

I am honored to be a part of a relationship which blossomed in front of me in the newspaper world. I'm proud to say I helped things a long a little by helping Matt realize how much he loved Katherine even before he did!

I know Kat and Matt well from The Daily Times where Kat was my city reporter colleague in crime, and Matt the great photojournalist. Matt and I have even shot together a few times.

But Sunday was their day to be stars with an engagement party celebrating their love. And together, they're going to be an amazing couple. Congrats to you both! I'm so proud of you!

P.S. Thanks for loving the pix on the cake and wine bottle! Glad to be a part of your lives!

FW

WOW! What an experience, again. I always have a blast, and I come back more confident and ready to shoot! Here's my slideshow, courtesy of the wonderful and amazing HUY and his Foundation Workshop, www.fworkshop.com.

Thanks for another experience I won't forget!


www.fworkshop.com/joeg.mov

Theresa-Scott in NYC

OK, so reaping the benefits of my FW trip first are Theresa and Scott. Their wedding is this June in Delaware, but they live in NYC, next to the always hoppin Union Square. We had a blast!

And, so did they!...
"Joe, those pictures are beautiful!! We love them!!! You guys are amazing and if anyone ever asks for a photographer I am sending them straight to you! I cannot believe that you guys did that so quickly- we were just so happy with what a great job you! Anyway, thank you so so so much for everything, we cant wait for the wedding!!!
Theresa"

Family and friends can go onto Pictage, www.pictage.com, and see them all...