I thought it would be fun to do a feature on "Bridal Portrait Sessions" and after checking out the gorgeous images of Joy Thigpen and bride Kathleen...well, I just had to share it with you...Kathleen is GORGEOUS and you can tell that she had so much fun at the shoot....Joy told me that the photo shoot took place eight months after Kathleen & Stephen's wedding...and on the day of the shoot, Stephen came home from a job interview and since he was looking so handsome, they talked him into getting in a few shots....let's check it out....Enjoy!
Joy shares a few tips with us......"If you are lucky enough to get to do a bridal portrait session before or after the wedding day, it can be a lot of fun. Without the pressure or time constraints of the wedding day, you can have a really nice, relaxed shoot. My very best tip is to start with a glass of wine if the bride is up for it. Most people aren't used to having their picture taken and this can go along way to help a bride relax and be herself. Although, you'll probably want to make it a white wine if she's wearing her dress!
I tend to relate to most brides as a photographer, yes, but also as a good friend. In this case, Kathleen is a close friend already so it was easy, but usually, I find brides are happy and open to relating to me in this way. It wasn't that long ago that I was in their shoes and I find it helpful to tap into how their feeling. I am also sensitive to the bride's personality and how she seems to be presenting herself to the camera....I try to work with that and as a photographer capture that in the most attractive way I see. For me it's all about seeing the beauty that is before me."
Isn't Kathleen GORGEOUS....such pretty eyes!
Our handsome groom....Stephen!
Joy, thanks SO much for stopping by the cafe today and sharing all of the beautiful images with us and your "tips".....as always, your work is "picture perfect".......and thanks to Kathleen & Stephen.....we wish you a lifetime of happiness!
Beautiful couple!
Posted by: Jeana | October 14, 2008 at 05:21 AM
I love her bridal gown, specially the back of the dress! Cute couple, I wish them all the happiness in the world!
Posted by: Rocio | October 14, 2008 at 05:59 AM
these shots are amazing!!! laidback drama which makes it so very charming!
Posted by: edyta szyszlo photography | October 14, 2008 at 07:23 AM
I LOVE her dress!!! Such stunning pictures and I love how edyta szyszlo photography put it: laidback drama. So great!!
Posted by: Heidi @ Zenadia | October 14, 2008 at 10:35 AM
Does anyone know the designer of the dress? Its stunning!
Posted by: Blondie | October 14, 2008 at 12:44 PM
The photographer's use of light is amazing.
Posted by: Teresa | October 14, 2008 at 03:48 PM
I am also dying to know the designer of the dress. Absolutely gorgeous!
Posted by: Megan | October 14, 2008 at 04:02 PM
aww...thanks everyone! and "laid back drama"--i like that. the dress is monique lhuillier, and it is gorgeous, isn't it? a gorgeous dress and gorgeous bride is always a nice place to start!
Posted by: joy thigpen | October 15, 2008 at 06:51 AM
Thanks Joy for letting us know! The pics are gorgeous!
Posted by: Blondie | October 15, 2008 at 07:03 AM
Great portrait photographer
Posted by: Amy-Jo Tatum/Bride Chic | October 15, 2008 at 09:57 AM
So beautiful!!
Posted by: Maria @ {ritzy bee} | October 15, 2008 at 11:53 AM