Spent some time with Megan and Ryan at the Brandywine Battlefield, they were all about having fun! Megan and Ryan were a dream couple to shoot. They just let go and had fun, laying in the grass, romantic moments, just messing with each other, it was all there. Thanks to the both of you for a wonderful shoot! You made capturing images simply amazing for us! Megan and Ryan will be getting married August 7th, 2009 at Belle Voir, Bensalem, PA

Mike and Erin

The Couple: Chelsea Kirk and Gary Rhudy
Getting Ready: Home Farm in Oxford, PA
Ceremony:Home Farm in Oxford, PA
Pics of Couple, Bridal Party and Families: On home property
Reception: Kennett Square Country Club, Kennett Square, PA
What I remember most about Chelsea and Gary and the Wedding Day: It was so nice to be on Chelsea’s parents property, just a beautiful setting! The ceremony was held outside under the trees with a picturesque setting in the background, horses running in the green grass! We walked around the property and found some great locations to shoot. Chelsea climbed on her horse! Bare feet with a wedding dress, good weather….. well, it was perfect. Chelsea you are a sweetheart! Gary, thanks for putting up with the heat. The family also had an antique car we played with a bit, fun, fun! Thank you Holly and Don for your warm and generous hospitality. Wedding planning by Beka of Innove You did a wonderful job!
Mike, Jana, Jeff, Ryan

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The Couple: Ashlee Thomson and Jonathan Bradbard
Getting Ready: Hotel DuPont, Wilmington, DE
Ceremony:Winterthur Estate And Gardens, Winterthur, DE
Pics of Couple, Bridal Party and Families: Winterthur Estate And Gardens, Winterthur, DE
Reception: Winterthur Estate And Gardens, Winterthur, DE
What I remember most about Ashlee and Jonathan and the wedding Day: Walking around Winterthur with Ashlee and Jonathan, getting amazing pics and watching the two of them having fun and interacting with each other. There were great moments that day….. There was an antique car show on the property and it was so perfect the “style” of the couple and the vintage cars, perfect together! Ashlee had a smile on her face the entire day, she enjoyed her wedding day sooo much. She was definitely in the “moment” all day. They both love life, love each other, and love their dogs! The reception was held outdoors under a moon lit sky, with the sounds of Mr. Greengenes filling the summer air. This was the band they heard on there first date, loved them so much it was a must for the wedding day entertainment. They had so much energy.. and kept everybody on their feet partying and dancing throughout the night!
Thank You Ashlee and Jonathan!
mike, John and Jeff

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Here is an album from a family wedding that I photographed in the Czech Republic earlier this year. My sister and her fiance decided to have an intimate family gathering at Castle Detenice about an hour north of Prague. I may be bias but the ceremony and reception were amazing. Especially the staff being dressed in period costumes.
The bride and groom had an opportunity to take photos inside some of the castle’s private rooms after the ceremony. I have always wanted to photograph a wedding in the snow. Snow and a castle – even better! Martina and Richard braved the cold. I am glad she followed my recommendation and wore a fur coat and white boots. My roles as a photographer and a maid of honor in one sometimes conflicted and Brian did an excellent job capturing moments that I was not able to. We made a nice large album for the couple and 5×7 copies for all of the parents. I can’t wait to show them.

I will be in Prague and other parts of the Czech Republic on July 5-7. If you are in the area and would like an engagement, family, anniversary, or just because session please call the studio.

Jana & Brian

The Couple: Christina Petrozza and Giulio Musso
Getting Ready: Brides Mothers House, Cherry Hill, NJ
Ceremony: St. Thomas More Church-Cherry Hill, NJ
Pics of Couple, Bridal Party and Families: Rodin Museum-Philadelphia,PA
Reception: The Union League-Philadelphia,PA
What I remember most about Christina and Giulio and the wedding Day: Another great Saturday! Beautiful weather and an all around awesome wedding day!
Christina you were great to work with, full of life and a great spirit. Giulio and you are a perfect pair, in love forever. I remember Christina talking to me about wanting us to photograph her wedding since 2003! She was not even engaged yet… WOW! How cool is that! I also remember the ceremony, the priest interacting with the family and guests. It was very different and a great personal message was received by all. Later we did some very creative city shots as the sun was setting aroung the Union League. They LOVED the pics and “being in the moment”! The party was hosted by the Union League and the Grand Lincoln room was full of celebration and festive music. Italian/Dance Music and a Entertaining DJ from NYC that kept everyone up on their feet dancing all night long.
Thank You Christina and Giulio!
mike, Jana and Ryan

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A prayer with Grandpa looking over them….

Everyone celebrating the moment… in Italian “Style”

Dad and Christina are so close.. they have a great relationship! Dad is SO proud!

We all connected so well…out from the reception to get some creative photographs. Giulio is lovin’ this!

The Couple: Julie Palaganas and Charlie Niphadkabin
Before the Wedding Shoot: Brandywine Valley Area
Getting Ready: Mallard Island Yacht Club-LBI, New Jersey
Ceremony: Same as Above
Pics of Couple, Bridal Party and Families: The beautiful MIYC property
Reception: Same as above
What I remember most about Charlie and Julie and the wedding Day: This was the 3rd family member we had the pleasure of working with! We LOVE LOVE this family! It was great to see everyone again. They were very much into having fun and enjoying their day! The getting ready room was AMAZING! It was huge, a beautiful master suite! Beautiful light and it was amazing to work in, the space and the decor. The Mallard Island Yacht Club is a beautiful setting that overlooks the bay.
Thank You Julie and Charlie!
mike, Jana and Ryan

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The ceremony location! WOW

Just one section of the grand master suite!

Here are some beautiful photographs, from a beautiful day in a picturesque location of some beautiful people.. Kelli and Frederick! We spent a few hours at the stunning Longwood Gardens with this very much in love already married couple. Kelli contacted us and asked us to do a photo shoot at Longwood, we were honored to be there for them! They were married a month or so ago at the Jersey shore. This time around Kelli had a different dress that was just perfect for the day! WOW it was so relaxed, no time pressure like on the wedding day. We had more time to be creative and it was such a pleasure to be with a couple that just was open for anything and there to have fun.

Enjoy,

mike and jana

Joe and Beth just added some new decor to their home. A beautiful 30″x40″ custom made fine art Canvas wrap! Coming out of the church with such joy and emotion on their faces! They were so excited when they hung it that they emailed me a photo right away.
This is what they emailed us:

“This email is long overdue. We wanted to thank you again for the awesome canvas wrap. We hung it in our living room shortly after receiving it, and the compliments have not stopped since then. It makes an immediate impression on people as soon as they come in our front door. Everyone loves how different it is from a “traditional” wedding portrait and frame. Even a 15 year old kid, who is the son of Joe’s co-worker, made a comment on how he thought it was cool.

Looking forward to seeing you this weekend for Matt and Mary’s wedding. The family is excited to have mk Photography at another big event!
See you Saturday!
Beth and Joe

This is a frameless piece that so many of our clients are ordering.. This one pictured here is 3″ in depth. Remember small prints on large walls get lost very easily! Most people shy away from these larger pieces, but as soon as they see them in our studio they have a change of heart. Look at how the colors match so nicely! Great job Joe and Beth.

The Couple: Mary Nguyen and Matt Walicki
Pre Wedding Shoot: Ocean City ,New Jersey (with Jana)
Getting Ready: Brides Parents house in Philly
The Ceremony: Maternity BVM, Philadelphia
The photo’s: Around the the very old church and broad Street
The Party: The Kimmel Center “Garden Terrace”
What I remember Most about Mary and Matt: Well this was just one beautiful day! The weather, the couple the BRIDAL PARTY (fun, fun) and all of their family and friends were sooo nice! We had photographed Matt’s sister’s (Beth Walicki/Jackson) wedding last year so were were like family on this special wedding day. Mary and Matt are just a very easy going couple, they had fun and so did we! It was nice to work with everyone again. I wish the two of you the very best future together and we can’t wait to start working on your wedding books.
I also wanted to thank Kelly Benedict the special events organizer from the Kimmel Center for all her help and detailed planning.

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jana, mike and Ryan (my son)

The Couple: Jenna Cooper and Scott Zalut
Pre wedding Shoot: Lucky Strike Lanes and center city Philly at night
Getting Ready: The Lowes
The Ceremony: The Lowes
The photos: Around City Hall, Center City, Philadelphia
The Reception Location: The Lowes Hotel, Philadelphia, PA
What I remember Most about Jenna and Scott: A couple that adores each other and loves each other so very much! It was evident the entire wedding day! An amazing match! They also loved doing photos and were so flexible with getting the shots they wanted. Thank you for making our day a special one!

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mike and jana