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Rehoboth Beach wedding

Erik — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 19:53:36 +0000

This year seems to be taking me lots of places other than Philadelphia for weddings. I’ve been to Arlington, VA, Ocean City, NJ and now Rehoboth Beach, DE. Megan and Sean had a lot of fun with their engagement session in Northern Liberties and Old City in Philly, but their beach wedding was very nice. With the ceremony just up the road in Lewis, on the inlet. The reception was at the Salero at the Henlopen Hotel on the boardwalk.

As the sun set, I “borrowed” the newly weds for a few fun portraits on the beach. Take a look at the festivities

Ocean City wedding photos

Erik — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 19:52:17 +0000

Heading down the AC expressway again, took me to Ocean City for Cammy and Luke’s wedding. Their engagement session a few months back at Valley Forge National park was very easy going. It’s a great way to get to know everyone before the wedding and get more comfortable and relaxed too.

The weather was spectacular the day of the wedding. Bright blue skies and lots and lots of guests to share in the memories. The whole day took place at The Flanders Hotel, right on the boardwalk. They did a wonderful job with the room and ceremony, and the food was delicious too! After a short ceremony, we did some family pictures and then took the whole bridal party to the boardwalk and beach for some fun portraits.

As the reception kicked off, Sid Miller and his crew (one of my favorite Philadelphia area bands) kept the crowd dancing the whole night – phenomenal job! Thanks also to my friend Ashley Bartoletti, for coming along and getting some spectacular images too!

Thanks Cammy and Luke, it was a blast!

Stroudsmoor wedding

Erik — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 19:50:38 +0000

On July 4th, my friend Cindy Guessford accompanied me to Stroudsmoor Country Inn, to photograph Willeatha and Jason’s wedding. Their engagement session in Brooklyn, at the foot of the Brooklyn Bridge was a lot of fun, and I could tell then that this wedding was going to be a work out

The bride and groom both looked great, and despite the heat wave we have had going on, everyone stuck together and stayed in great spirits. From the time that they first glanced at each other, they were full of smiles and love in their eyes (the way a wedding should be). It was a very emotion filled ceremony, that overlooked the valley below – what a scene!

Through out the night, there were fireworks going off in the distance in each direction we looked. Both families packed the dance floor and kept dancing all night.

Make sure you also take an extra close look at Willeatha’s dress. It came from Kleinfelds in New York City! It is a stunning dress.

Wilkes-Barre Wedding

Erik — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 19:47:46 +0000

Last Weekend, I was in Wilkes-Barre, PA for Kathleen and Tommy’s wedding. It was an easy drive up the northeast extension, on a beautiful day. I met up with Kathleen and her brides maids as they were just finishing up getting ready. The dress was stunning, and the girls all looked great. Soon after, I headed over to the Luzerne County Court house. Inside, is some awesome architecture (every court house should look like this). As the ceremony started, the girls made their way down the main staircase to the waiting crowd below. Tommy’s look, as he watch Kathleen and her dad come down the stairs was just full of happiness.

After a short round of some family photos, we headed over to the reception. The crowd was ready to dance, and lots of people took center circle to show off their moves! Congrats Kathleen and Tommy!!

Here is a few from the day.

Philadelphia engagement sessions

Erik — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 19:46:55 +0000

Last week, Lisa and Mike came up to Manayunk for their engagement session. This part of Philadelphia, has lots of different areas that can be used as backdrops. We choose to use the walking path. One that that I look for when I start shooting, is not only the first smile, but the reaction of a laugh or something that each will say to the other. Look at the first image, then the second Mike definitely had a good laugh after the first!

Megan and Sean

Erik — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 20:19:48 +0000

I met Megan and Sean at their place in the Northern Liberties section of Philly. From the second I walked in, I knew it was gonna be a lot of fun! Their puppy, Kells, greeted me right away with a big sloppy puppy kiss. I love dogs, and when engagement sessions include pets, it adds a level of fun and another member of the family .

After a short walk around the block. We headed down to Standard Tap, for a quick drink (who doesn’t like to loosen up a little bit). We hoped in the car and drove down to Old City for the second half of the shoot. While it was really windy out that day, it was otherwise a beautiful day!

New York City Engagement Session! – Chris & Nadia

Jeff — Tue, 25 May 2010 07:59:36 +0000

Hey everyone!

I just got back in from a great engagement session with Chris & Nadia! The two of them actually made the trip from London and while in town we took the opportunity to see some of the most beautiful spots of New York. We visited Time Square, Central Park, and Grand Central Station. I can’t wait to go back as we only got to the tip of the iceburg.

Enjoy a few photos from the Engagement Session!

Jeff

www.jeffdietzphotography.com

Willeatha and Jason

Erik — Sat, 22 May 2010 20:17:19 +0000

Last weekend, I took a quick trip up to New York for Willeatha and Jason’s engagement session. Having proposed to Willeatha on the Brooklyn Bridge, they thought it would make for the perfect backdrop for their engagement session.

It was really fun to hang out with these two before their wedding on July 4th! They are both full of smiles and laughter

Baby R

Erik — Tue, 18 May 2010 20:17:03 +0000

A few weeks back, I met up with Eva and Brian at their home in Arlington, VA to take pictures of their baby girl! Baby R is SO adorable and lots of smiles It was such a treat and honor to be asked by a past wedding couple to come take more pictures for them.

Here are a few from their lifestyle portrait session. . .

Lauren + Adam {Wedding} *Cindy Guessford

Cindy — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 22:27:01 +0000

She brought them to me wrapped in their soft Prada cloth bag and when her hands reached in they slowly unveiled the most exquisite of shoes… The heels an intricate carving in blue so perfectly simple yet intricate at the same time suited Lauren and her taste. From the first moment that I met Lauren and Adam I could picture them existing in a time many years ago. A time where values and tenderness and old fashioned courtship and romance blossomed. A vintage like appearance and the kind of respectful, kind and genuinely lovely interaction could be witnessed. Today was no different than those first few interactions that I had with them. Lauren has planned every detail from the exquisite shoes, amazing dress, breathtaking bouquet, antique jewelry – and all because two kids fell in love =) The details could be seen throughout the day. So, with the smell of gardenia’s in the air I proceeded to document their day and to say that I was moved on several occasions would be an understatement. The weather could have been a hindrance to some but we were prepared come what may. Storm clouds invaded and loomed over us for most of the day but no worries, they just wanted to add a little drama =) I wanted to share a sampling of the images made that day because I just love them! Do you want to see more images from Lauren and Adam’s Wedding ?

Lauren’s grandfather was unable to attend the wedding so we paid him a little visit beforehand. The reaction he has to seeing his grand daughter is so touching. I know it was bittersweet for him but through his tears I could see the smile and glimmer of pride that he had for her. Not just his grand daughter anymore. Today a beautiful bride to be. Just one more evolution of life…