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...

JPG heads West

Joe and Dan have headed out to the wilds of Texas for a few days of intense training. We're working alongside some of the best photojournalists in the country to hone our skills. Check out the workshop Web site here: www.fworkshop.com

There's also a blog here: http://fwforum.blogspot.com/

If you need to get in touch with us, we'll be checking our e-mail as often as possible, but considering the days at the Foundation Workshop run well into the wee hours of the morning, we might not get back to you immediately. We'll be back in town this weekend, recharged and ready for another amazing wedding season.

If you need to reach Joe immediately, call him on his cell phone (215) 962-6411. Likewise, Dan can be contacted at (757) 375-3409.

Michelle Obama in Maryland

I know these are a little late, but I wanted to share some fun stuff I shot of Michelle Obama when she came to Maryland Monday. She spoke at the University of Maryland, Eastern Shore. I wrote about the story for my newspaper, search "Gidjunis" at www.DelmarvaNOW.com.

She spoke well. As I describe, it was high on inspiration, although low on substance. The Obamas are inspirational for sure, but their speeches are still lacking on policy specifics. I, as a reporter, of course have no opinion. LOL! But I did vote Tuesday. I hope you all do your civic duty too!

I shot these. She got the crowd going!

Coming to Wilmington

JPG Photography is heading to Wilmington this weekend for the Upstate Bridal show. Now, be fair if you see us, we've NEVER done a bridal show before. I know, I know, shame on me.

Even when Rebecca and I were planning our own wedding, we knew so many vendors that we didn't need to meet a lot of people, and we skipping the fairs.

But for any couple who wants to support us/meet up, we'd love to see there: Delaware Today and Delaware Bride's 18th Annual Bridal Show

If you have any thoughts too about Bridal Fairs/Shows, you know, the do's and do not's, let me know please...We're going in kind of blind. We've signed up for the Downstate show too later this year.

We have a decent set up thanks to our former client Jhoanna (Gomez) Fernandez. She put together killer postcard and banner designs for us. Way to go Jho!



Yes, at her wedding, it was hi Joe and hi Jho ... well it was funny at the time.

Wish us luck!

Best,
Joe

WPJA selections

Some of latest submissions to the Wedding Photojournalist Association contest:

Wish me luck!

Best way to end the year

I shot my brother-in-law's wedding Saturday, and it was amazing! Bec and I love his new partner Shelly, and we're so proud of them both. It was a beautiful day, it was about them, and they customized it to make it special and their own day. No copy cats here. We couldn't be happier for you Shelly and John! Love, Bec & Joe











Oh, and you have to know Matthew to realize that these two frames were BACK-TO-BACK in less than 5 seconds a part...God bless him! Love you all! Congrats! What a great way to end 2007!