Portrait Session - Molly

Molly wanted some fun photos to display at her upcoming Bat Mitzvah so we went downtown and created some great portraits on the riverwalk and the Dequindre Cut Greenway. Even though it was close to 100 degrees outside, she kept her cool and posed like a pro.

Crofoot Pontiac Bat Mitzvah

Previously unpublished slideshow from Marla's Bat Mitzvah at Beth Shalom and The Crofoot in Pontiac. The portraits at the synagogue were taken by me (Brett) and the party was photographed for me by photographer Melissa Herndon who I use to photograph events when I'm double booked.

Youthville Detroit Bar Mitzvah

Previously unpublished slideshow of Ryan's Bar Mitzvah at Temple Israel and Youthville Detroit. They did a great job transforming the space at Youthville and everyone had a great time playing hockey and dancing with Star Trax.

Ben - 1 year portraits

Here are some of my favorites from a recent portrait session with one-year-old Ben.

Ellen & Phil - wedding photography

Some of my favorite photos from Ellen & Phil's wedding. They have been together since high school and despite the many knots Phil had tied in his days sailing, there was one knot still to tie... They had a beautiful ceremony and reception at the Orchard Lake Country Club. Despite a few early drizzles, they were able to have their ceremony outdoors, on the lake. To top it off, a full double rainbow (like this one) appeared during the reception. That has to be good luck! The Killer Flamingos kept the party rocking all night. It was a pleasure to work with Carolyn from the China Closet again (twice this summer!).

182:365 Home 9.21.10

neglected.

For the past 4 years, I've been trying to figure out what to do with this side of my backyard. It's next to the garage and has pretty much grown over with ivy. Matilda enjoys the occasional swing here and I put up the privacy fence last summer, but other than that, It just sits there. Maybe I'll get around to doing something next year.

On a technical note, I use 9 different exposures to composite this photos. Fun with photoshop!

181:365 people 9.20.10

The lonely road.

Ok, not really, I was just trying to be poetic. This old guy was apple picking all by himself and it seemed like we were intruding on his solitude. We, on the other hand, were having a great time picking/eating apples. It was Matilda's actual birthday today, but I decided that 3 Matilda pictures this week might be a little much. Look for more on her blog if you are having withdrawal.

180:365 people 9.19.10

Elmo's Red Monster's World...

The "red monster" (not to be mistaken with Elmo - which we can't call him because of trademark issues), came to Matilda's birthday party. Matilda referred to him as "big Elmo" because, well, he was much larger than her, even when on his knees and only slightly scary looking. He was a big hit at the party and only made a few kids cry. Big thanks to Uncle Ben (not the one of the minute-rice fame) for taking one for the team.

179:365 people 9.18.10

Crazy Cousins.

Alex and Jake. Sometimes I wonder if we are really related, but most days I'm glad we are.

178:365 people 9.17.10

Ready to go.

Matilda insisted that she needed her "laptop" for preschool. Never to early to start the college prep.