Early Season Weddings

It's been a busy early summer for me, doing wedding photography every weekend since Memorial Day. In spite of June's wet weather, I've enjoyed being there to document the happiness of the day. Below are some of my favorites:











In the photographs from top, the bride gets a kiss from her grandmother at the reception in Hanover, N.H.; the groom goes body surfing with a little help from his friends at a Boylston, Mass., reception; the couple shares a moment together before the ceremony in Woodstock, Vt.; the bride shows off a little piece of Montana she brought from home to her wedding in Franconia, N.H.; the couple laughs at the band's funny song while cutting the cake in Boylston, Mass.; the couple poses for a portrait in the ferns after their ceremony in Perkinsville, Vt.; energetic dancing takes place after dinner at a Quechee, Vt., reception; the couple poses for a portrait before their Quechee reception; along with everyone gathered at their Cambridge, Vt., reception, the couple sings a good-night song to their daughter; pedal tractors were popular with the younger set at the Cambridge reception; the flower girl walks to the ceremony in Lyndonville, Vt.


Window view



I was deeply touched today by the words of a stranger, commenting on my SoFoBoMo book. I have tried to convey my emotions through photos and words, and if I have struck a chord in anyone's heart then I am glad for that.

There are no easy days, no carefree days. There are pieces of days when I manage to slip into a state-of-normal.

I wish... I wish...

I wish... I wish...

Wishes should be reserved for out-of-this-world things... things that seem unattainable or inconceivable.

You wouldn't wish to be a kinder person, a better friend, a healthier you, because those are all within your reach. You can make them happen without the magic of a wish.

A new car, bigger house, better job? None require supernatural intervention.

Quickly, before the wind takes them all away!

Make a Wish!

Ed McMahon Passes Away

Ed McMahon died this morning at a Los Angeles hospital. He was 86 years old. McMahon had been hospitalized for pneumonia at the beginning of this year and was also battling cancer. He had a great career as Johnny Carson's sidekick on the The Tonight Show. (Who doesn't remember his famous "Heeeeee're Johnny!") McMahon also hosted the television talent show, Star Search.
Today, we pay tribute to Ed McMahon and remember his legendary career in Hollywood.

*Getty Images


- Aanchal


Ed McMahon Passes Away

Ed McMahon died this morning at a Los Angeles hospital. He was 86 years old. McMahon had been hospitalized for pneumonia at the beginning of this year and was also battling cancer. He had a great career as Johnny Carson's sidekick on the The Tonight Show. (Who doesn't remember his famous "Heeeeee're Johnny!") McMahon also hosted the television talent show, Star Search.
Today, we pay tribute to Ed McMahon and remember his legendary career in Hollywood.

*Getty Images


- Aanchal


Jon and Kate Are Getting Divorced

Jon and Kate Gosselin from TLC’s reality TV series Jon and Kate Plus 8 have officially announced that they're getting divorced! They have been married for 10 years, and have been shaky for the past six months. Both have agreed that it is best for their children. Jon says, “It's not good for us to be arguing in front of the kids.” There has been a whole lot of publicity around their troubled relationship, but the announcement was comes as a shock. They have thought it all out and are still carrying on with the show, just parenting at different times. The kids will still live at home, since the house was bought for them.

Kate was very upset and apparently sobbed, and said "Parents of multiples have triple the divorce rate ... I was thinking we were going to beat that.” Yet, she was the one to make the first legal move. When they announced their divorce on the show, she had already called a lawyer. This is the first reality show that is going to air while the divorce is going on!


They seemed like the perfect family! The show is going to be so different now!


- Aanchal


Jon and Kate Are Getting Divorced

Jon and Kate Gosselin from TLC’s reality TV series Jon and Kate Plus 8 have officially announced that they're getting divorced! They have been married for 10 years, and have been shaky for the past six months. Both have agreed that it is best for their children. Jon says, “It's not good for us to be arguing in front of the kids.” There has been a whole lot of publicity around their troubled relationship, but the announcement was comes as a shock. They have thought it all out and are still carrying on with the show, just parenting at different times. The kids will still live at home, since the house was bought for them.

Kate was very upset and apparently sobbed, and said "Parents of multiples have triple the divorce rate ... I was thinking we were going to beat that.” Yet, she was the one to make the first legal move. When they announced their divorce on the show, she had already called a lawyer. This is the first reality show that is going to air while the divorce is going on!


They seemed like the perfect family! The show is going to be so different now!


- Aanchal


I cannot see...

I cannot see...

The Waiting Place…
…for people just waiting.
Waiting for a train to go
or a bus to come, or a plane to go
or the mail to come, or the rain to go
or the phone to ring, or the snow to snow
or waiting around for a Yes or a No
or waiting for their hair to grow.
Everyone is just waiting.
Waiting for the fish to bite
or waiting for wind to fly a kite
or waiting around for Friday night
or waiting, perhaps, for their Uncle Jake
or a pot to boil, or a Better Break
or a string of pearls, or a pair of pants
or a wig with curls, or Another Chance.
Everyone is just waiting.

~ from "The Places You'll Go, Dr. Seuss

Current City Card Campaigns






























































At the moment, IFA, Vodafone and The National Museum of Ireland all have City Card campaigns running through our 300+ postcard racks throughout Ireland. If you are interested in having your own City Card campaign, email Adrian with any questions you might have.

Public Awareness Campaign



Came across this public awareness campaign today and thought it was worth a share.

Summer

zzzz's

The first day of summer... and before this season ends, I will travel thousands of miles. Adventures await and I am anxious to begin.

One is a destination I have visited several times, although never alone.

Paradise... alone... on my birthday... sigh.

It's all about touching that flame in order to get the worst behind us, I suppose.

The next destination is vast, beautiful and mysterious... somewhere I have never been. I have several photography books on South Africa, but now I will see it with my own eyes... and my camera. I am as excited as I am nervous. What will I see, hear and feel?

Ah, summer - bring it on!

Cute Celebrity Dads

These doting dads spend some quality time with their biggest fans: their children. And with daddy's day around the corner, Glam is paying tribute to our favorite famous fathers. From Ben Affleck to Brad Pitt, these proud papas, with their beautiful babies, make us melt.

To see the photos of our favorite (sexy) celebrity dads, visit Glam.com.

Cute Celebrity Dads

These doting dads spend some quality time with their biggest fans: their children. And with daddy's day around the corner, Glam is paying tribute to our favorite famous fathers. From Ben Affleck to Brad Pitt, these proud papas, with their beautiful babies, make us melt.

To see the photos of our favorite (sexy) celebrity dads, visit Glam.com.

Bigger Isn't Better for Posh

Former Posh Spice, Victorian Beckham, recently reduced her already implanted double D’s. This has been her third breast surgery so far. She initially had wanted the busty look because she had the big hair and the fake tan ... and, well, it all just went together. But she now says she has moved on! She doesn't think it works as a new fashion designer and a mum. She is currently in France recovering, and is pleased with the results!

- Aanchal


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Bigger Isn't Better for Posh

Former Posh Spice, Victorian Beckham, recently reduced her already implanted double D’s. This has been her third breast surgery so far. She initially had wanted the busty look because she had the big hair and the fake tan ... and, well, it all just went together. But she now says she has moved on! She doesn't think it works as a new fashion designer and a mum. She is currently in France recovering, and is pleased with the results!

- Aanchal


[tags]Glam, Glam Media, Glam Buzz, Victoria Beckham, Breat reduction[/tags]


LOOK3 - Festival of the Photograph

...

Spent the weekend immersed in the photography of others... extremely talented and successful others. As I did last year, I came away with the realization that I have to arrange my existing work into projects and think of all new work in terms of a cohesive "idea". The Photo-a-Day project consumes so much of my *focus* that I may have to abandon it at the end of this year. Ah well, we'll cross that bridge...

fragrance

fragrance

tell me a story...

of gardenia blossoms, the fragrance sweet
reminding me of a tropical island
and days spent lying in the sun
and we were together.

The Picture Works Art Competition 2009: The Winners


We are delighted to announce the winners of our 2009 Art Competition.

1st place Liam Murphy
2nd Place Ryan Devereux
Thames and Hudson Winner Maria O' Donovan
Thames and Hudson Student Winner Louise Farrelly
Thames and Hudson Student Winner Lisa Reburn
Runner Up Deirdre Lyons Doyle
Runner Up Neil Condron
Runner Up Myra Jago
Runner Up John Moore
Runner Up Paul Mac Manus

Details of next years art competition to be announced January 2010

view the book @ Lulu.com

Carlsbeg Cat Laughs


The 2009 Carlsberg Cat Laughs Comedy Festival ran from 28th May - 1st June with an international line up of comedians from Ireland, England, Scotland , America, Canada and Australia. To promote the festival they booked two of our Light Walkers to project images around Kilkenny town over 3 nights on the 29 - 31st May. You can see for yourself how great they looked.

and finally



Laughter and carefree summer days.
But each of us senses the missing one... and imagines that we see him there, smiling.

As much as time passes and we go on... he is always in out hearts and minds.


NOTE: This is my final SoFoBoMo post. It turned out to be a most difficult process for me... examining My (Still) Life since the passing of my husband in December. Some days it was very painful, like reopening a wound that had just begun to heal...

the story of a day



The start of day
the demarcation between sleep and wake.
Tell me that this day will be good... that I will be strong
that I will know what to do and will have the courage to do it.






The moments of the day...
some are painted with a broad brush - wide, bold strokes;
others with fine detail - small and tentative,
yet every bit as crucial to the beauty of the painting.

in bloom, perhaps







Things bloom, either on their own... perseverance is key... or coaxed by a reluctant gardener. One who is much more familiar with the comfortable garden accessories than with dirt and plants and weeds. She misses you every day.

ordinary things







Taking care of the ordinary... the things that must be done. Car washes, paint for the new door and lunch. My (Still) Life moves on.

I thought I saw something move....

I thought I saw something move....

I realized this morning that my coping abilities have improved. Little things going wrong do not send me to tears or fits of frustration. It has been six months... and still feels unreal.


I'd just as soon not have to deal with any major catastrophies though,
thank you very much.