Archive for March 18th, 2008

Girls Getting Gorgeous!

Vivian portraitOne of Jenni’s most important tips to brides is: “Makeup is your friend - don’t be afraid of it!” As photographers, we know this is such a true statement. We know how beautiful you are, but a great makeup artist will help enhance that beauty even more so and help you look amazing in your pictures.

So when Marisa Verdi of Flawless Image Makeup offered to do makeovers for Jenni and Vivian (of Vivian Photography), they were excited to see what she could do. She gave them a softer daytime look, as well as more dramatic looks for evenings or going out (or a special photography shoot!). It seemed to me that the options were endless! Marisa is extremely talented and did an incredible job - her art background really shined through. She is also a veritable encyclopedia for MAC makeup, and sent Jenni home with a long shopping list. :)

But it wasn’t all work and no play! After their makeovers, I had a chance to photograph three of the most beautiful women you’d ever want to see - that’s right, Marisa had a chance to style for us, too! I think they absolutely rocked it.

IMPORTANT TIP: Since makeup will often look much lighter in your photos, don’t be afraid to go much darker than you normally would for everyday. Notice how dark Jenni’s makeup looks up close when being applied, yet look how amazing it looks in the other pictures.

Jenni’s eyes

So, there’s your proof ladies. A great makeup artist is going to work well with your photographer for stunning results in your photos. Makeup really is your friend.

Have a look at some more photos from the day. And to contact the talented Marisa Verdi, call 845.629.2398.

Marisa Verdi at work Vivian - Live a Colorful Life Jenni styling it alone
Jenni and Ulysses together Jenni - dramatic eyes and lips Marisa Verdi, Flawless Image Makeup

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Jessica & Stephen’s Engagement

Jessica & Stephen’s engagement (#41)We were so excited that Jessica & Stephen decided upon us for their photography, not only because of their own gentle and trusting nature, but also because their wedding would be at The Eagle’s Nest, a venue with one of the most beautiful views in the region. Because we enjoy shooting there so much, we’d come highly recommended to Jessica & Stephen. None of us needed any further convincing after our first meeting together.

They were each interested in a natural and yet artistic approach that matched their own quietly excited personalities. Jessica had a dress with really cute black & white polka dots of graduated sizes, and it was just fun and flirty enough to help make for a delightful session. This happily in-love couple had no problems whatsoever staying close and showing affection for our cameras. It was a fantastic e-session, and we know they’re going to be blown away by seeing just how great they look in photos.

The complete gallery is coming very soon to the “Client Proof” area of our main website. So stay tuned, and leave us a comment!

Jessica & Stephen’s engagement (#22)

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