A wedding and a newborn

So it's been over a week since I've had the time to post a new entry. I've been quite busy with real life. House stuff, work stuff, and a couple other things I've got going on. Don't take this interlude as No Quarter slowing down!

Last weekend I was honored to stand up in the wedding of my best friend. It was a nice church and reception hall. They went to St. John's military academy for pictures. It was my first time there and I was surprised how nice the property was. The bride wanted some shots in front of a church with this bold red door. Here's a shot from my phone.

Even though the resolution sucks on it, I was impressed by the color it captured. I had my camera with me, but I didn't have an oppurtunity to shoot anything during the ceremony and reception. Besides during the celebration of the event, I had a couple drinks as my assistant served as my responsible driver. Taking pictures after drinks has never worked out.  Here's one I was able to grab before the event at the groom's parents' house.  Father and son with some super harsh sun to deal with.

Watching the hired photographer and his assistant hustle made me not missing wedding photography at all. I did enjoy looking over his gear. I was surprised to find that he was using Canon 40d and 50d bodies. I was expecting a 5dII. He did have some nice glass though.

Yesterday I had a newborn photo shoot. It was my first one for a friend who is a first time mom. First, friend, first, got it? I tried to talk her into maternity pictures, but she wasn't having it. She didn't think she looked attractive despite being quite the opposite. Her son is about 2 1/2 weeks old, which is a bit older than I would have liked, but our schedules didn't mesh well until now. The whole newborn thing is a challenge for me. I found posing to be the hardest thing. So delicate, but that's my issue. With mom, dad, and my assistant on hand we got a nice variety of shots.  I have to still work on the bulk of the shots, but below is a sneak preview.

Just as a reminder, No Quarter provides all types of photography services. Check out my flickr account to see my current work and check back often as I'm always adding new pictures.