On Tuesday I had the chance to assist DJ Ellis of La Bella Vita Photography for Marlene and Charlie's wedding at the Elderberry House. DJ is a talented photographer and incredibly personable. It was great to watch him work and deal with tough lighting situations like the pro that he is while I was in the passenger seat.

I love working with other photographers and seeing how they approach situations differently than I might. When I started with weddings, I was almost always working with different photographer every time. I have learned so much from watching different photographers see.  DJ and I kept talking all day long about how we would shoot a giving situation and rarely we would come up with the same answer. It's so cool to see such personal expression come out in your work!

As you would expect, it was first class wedding at the Elderberry House, but at the same time down to earth and relaxed. It also helped that Marlene and Charlie were up for just about anything. Somehow, I was able to squeeze off the last frame of the day as we caught Marlene and Charlie enjoying a glass of wine all by themselves.

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Comments
Carol Cardinale-Ruiz says: Sunday, June 20, 2010

The hair and make up by Carol @ bellissimo

Marlene & Charlie says: Monday, July 26, 2010

Patrick:
You are sucha telented photographer. You made a great team compliment to DJ -- we kinda thought you were brothers after a while! Thank you for your hand in creating the memories of our most special day!

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