Stacey and Wes -Engaged Sea Isle City, NJ

When Stacey and Wes first arrived for their initial meeting the first thing that I said to them was “I recognize you guys”. Stacey and Wes got a referral from one of our spring 2013 brides, but I knew I had met them before. After a few minutes, we figured out that not only do we share some close friends, we actually spent some time with them this past summer in Sea Isle. It turns out that Stacey and Wes actually met in Sea Isle City on 49th street. So, there wasn’t a more appropriate place to do their engagement photos than right where they met. These two were so great in front of the camera that I felt like we were working with models. What you can’t tell from these photos is that it was absolutely freezing outside. It was literally in the 40′s, and I was cold in a sweatshirt. They were such good sports about the cold too. If it hadn’t been so cold out, we could have shot with these two all night. I can’t wait for their wedding later this year!

Kristen and Bryan – Married Cathedral in the Woods/ Luciens

The best part about shooting this wedding for Kristen and Bryan is that I felt like we have known them for years. Bryan’s quiet composure is a perfect match for Kristen’s spunky personality. Kristen had a few one-liners on her wedding day that have made me laugh for days afterwards. The ceremony took place at the Cathedral in the Woods in Medford Lakes, NJ followed up by an awesome reception at Luciens in Berlin. These two were so much fun to be around, that you could even find Austin and I doing some dance moves with them at the reception. I am so glad that Kristen and Bryan chose us to be part of their day, and I’m sure we will be seeing plenty of them in the future because of the friendship we have developed. Kristen and Bryan, I hope that you guys are down there enjoying the sun and the sand on your honeymoon!

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You may recognize this couple from our 2011 blog posts… It was so great to see Kristen and Shane again!

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Karyn and Jeff -Married Princeton Marriot Princeton, NJ

Well, here we are back in the swing of things, and I have to say that it feels so good to be kicking off our wedding season. There was no better way to start our 2013 Weddings than with Karyn and Jeff. Karyn and Jeff got married at the Marriot in Princeton, NJ. They are one of the most fun couples that we have ever worked with and we still get to do another shoot with them after this! Karyn and Jeff are a super cute couple with a love for animals and an undeniable love for each other.

Karyn had given me a key to her room so I could get some detail shots before she got back from the salon. Well, as with most weddings, Karyn’s hair appointment was running a little late. So, if you are ever wondering what your photographers may be up to while you are at the hair salon here it is:

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We may have raided the basket with the props for the photobooth:

Karyn and Jeff, I hope that you think this is as funny as we did!

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Ok, so now… onto the good stuff…

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Welcome 2013!

Happy New Year! So, after a little Holiday break over the last couple weeks, we are back to the grind at Issy Schmid Imaging. Congratulationss go out to all the newly engaged couples over this Holiday season! If you sent an e-mail or inquiry in the last two weeks it will be responded to within the next 48 hours. I hope that you all had a great Holiday, and are ready to kick off another great year. I have so many exciting weddings and great couples to look forward to in our 2013 wedding season. I’m excited to shoot at some great new locations, but most of all getting to know our 2013 brides and grooms as we get ready for their special day.

Just for fun.. here is our crazy Christmas card that we sent out this year…

Krystal’s After Session

We had so much fun on this shoot, that I wish we would have had started earlier in the day. We shot this fall themed after-session (previously known as a Trash the Dress shoot, but people are scared of that title) amoungst pumpkins and vineyards. Krystal is a natural in front of the camera, and I couldnt wait to get her behind my lens. I love after sessions, because they are relaxed, fun, and allow me to just be creative. Krystal was up for anything, and I am really excited about the shots we got that day.

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Krystal Taylor - December 12, 2012 - 2:49 PM

Thank you Issy for giving me the opportunity to wear my dress again and I had an amazing time as well!!!! I absolutely LOVE all the pics!! you are and your work – photography, make-up artist, hair dresser, and friend!!!- are amazing. Thanks girl ;)