Trusted Vendors

I've been photographing weddings for over 25 years. In that time, I've come across some great and some not so great vendors. I think the good guys need to be recognized and talked about. Word of mouth advertising is inexpensive and highly effective. So from time to time, when I run across someone that I think you should know about, I'll tell you about them here and provide you a link. I'll also keep the link up on the blog so look over to the right.

Today's topic is flowers. I recently shot a wedding for Serena and Dan and their florist was Douglas Koch. Douglas is highly regarded in the flower industry for his beautiful and creative displays. He and his partner Joe Klene were at the reception overseeing every detail of the flowers and decor. Not only are they extremely creative and talented, but I had a blast working with them throughout the day.

Here's their link, check it out and give them a call next time you need the best of floral displays.

http://www.douglaskoch.com/

Sunday, October 26, 2008

It's the end of October but today the weather was beautiful. Sunny and warm, the day after a torrential rain storm. I spent the early morning shooting an engagement portrait for Rachael and Mike. Lots of fun, great couple that's getting married next year. Mike's family owns Story's Farm on Rt. 32 in Catskill. If you're looking for farm fresh produce, that's the only place to go. I picked up some incredible mushrooms and some fresh picked brussel sprouts.

On the way home, I went looking for some landscapes. I ventured down Mossy Hill road and found the creek that feeds High Falls. Unfortunately, I was above the falls, not knowing how to get below them. The water was screaming down due to all the rain we had yesterday. Pretty dramatic scene. I met Bob Ricketson. I can always tell another photographer when their first question is about the equipment. Bob immediately recognized I was shooting with Canon equipment by the red ring around my L lens. Bob is very talented photographer specializing in nature and landscape photography. Please do yourself a favor and visit his website: http://www.bobricketsonphoto.com/ to check out his work.

So here are a few photos of Rachael and Mike, Mossy Hill Road and one of the mushrooms I got from the farm stand.