The Wedding Show

We had a great day today at the wedding show. Had a chance to visit with so many wonderful, newly engaged brides! A lot of ladies are already coming in, booking 2011 dates. It's amazing to me how far in advance wedding planning needs to be done.

We get asked at every show how we came up with the name Red Shoe. Today, after telling the story several times, we decided I should blog about it. So, I promise to do that soon. It's a great story, rather humorous. Well, at least I think it's humorous... Karon? not so much! More on that, later this week.

Thanks to everyone who stopped by to see us today! We really enjoy the shows. We get a chance to meet so many wonderful people. We are already gearing up for the show in January at the Kato Ballroom so if you didn't get a chance to make today's show, make plans to attend that one.

Thanks again for taking the time to stop by and visit with us today!

Keep watching for that infamous "How we got our name" post. I promise to have that for you later this week!

Check. It. Out.

As with any website, it's always a work in progress. But we're excited to say there has been a major update and it's ready for viewing! Check back often, there are a lot of changes still in the works! Visit redshoegallery.com

Make a statement with your senior portraits!

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Kyle the Model

Kyle is just one of those guys who is really comfortable in front of the camera. He was game for anything and we pushed him to the limit! We had him climbing trees, bridges ands train cars. All the while, he just smiled and posed for the camera (and didn't smile when we said we were looking for a more serious expression for a shot)  He is a natural in front of the camera and it shows. It was such a great night and we had so much fun! 

Congratulations and thanks, Kyle! 

Taylor is graduating

I've known Taylor since she was about 6. She and her family lived across the back yard all through grade school and most of high school. She and her sisters, Ashten and Maddie and my daughter, Elizabeth all grew up together in that back yard. Endless summer days spent composing dance recitals, jumping on the trampoline, playing kickball and just being girls.

These girls are all growing up now. Many milestones have been reached. The first day of kindergarten, the first day of sixth grade, high school, drivers license's, boys, now they're going off to college. It's been amazing to watch each of them grow into beautiful young women.

If I had to describe Taylor in one sentence, it would be: She has the most infectious laugh, sparkling eyes, a kind heart and is the most warm blooded person I know! When she was a little girl and came knocking at the back door, it didn't matter if it was sunny and warm or if there was several inches of snow on the ground, she was most likely wearing flip flops and shorts! 

Truly, Taylor is an exceptional young woman who I feel blessed to know. She is going to do great things in her life... and to think I'll be able to say I knew her way back when!

Congrats Taylor!!

Red Shoe on the News Stand!

A couple of our portraits were recently chosen for ads in Martha Stewart Weddings and Brides magazines! Watch for another one, appearing in the Winter issue of Martha Stewart Weddings, too! 

pretty on paper

Is it any wonder why I love this job? Even the paper is pretty! I see a lot of different kinds of wedding invitations every day.  If I were a bride today, I know I'd have a particularly hard time deciding on any one invitation.  I have a hard enough time picking out a Christmas card each year!

A wedding worthy of theknot.com

Sara and Dustin's July wedding was beautiful. The little country church, pictures by the lake. ~All dotted with vibrant pinks and oranges. It was the perfect palette for a summer wedding. Every detail was artfully planned. Sara was a stunning bride, Dustin a handsome groom. Could there be a more beautiful couple? Their smiles were infectious from the very start of the day. Together, they made our job very easy!

It's also easy to see why they were chosen as a feature in "my real wedding" on the knot.com. Check it out!! <http://myrealwedding.theknot.com/photo/view/Sara-amp-Dustin039s-Wedding>

A perfect day for a perfect couple

You can see it in their eyes each time they look at each other. Jen and Matt are meant to be together. They smile and their eyes sparkle. Full of a joy that is contagious. Just one of those couples you love to be around. They are going to make their mark on this world. I can't wait to see their story unfold. It'll be an epic! 

Congrats you two and thanks!!!! You're the best!

Rain, Rain, Go Away

Rain on your wedding day is supposed to bring good luck.  I think I can safely say Beth and Kevin will enjoy their share of good luck until their 20th anniversary! 

It poured that day, but oh what wonderful light that gave us! Even though we dealt with rain for most of the three hour shoot, Beth and Kevin were all smiles and willing to let us try just about anything. 

What was supposed to be an outdoor bbq style dinner with an old fashioned barn dance to follow, turned in to an indoor affair. ~And it couldn't have been more beautiful. There were so many lovely personal touches that Beth took such care to create for her wedding day. It was the perfect day, rain or shine!