Hey Gang,
Happy wet Tuesday! I really cant complain after the amazing weather we had this past weekend! I know its been a while since my last Leica post, maybe its just me! *lol*. Last week while I was on my computer working on an album I heard a little voice call out to me saying "remember me? I miss you lets hang out!" I looked over my shoulder and their she was all lonely and feeling neglected, my baby, my Lecia! So I called up my fellow Leica buddy Jaime and we set up a date and the four of us (me and my M8 and Jamie and his NEW M9) hit the streets here in town.
This was outside a local coffee shop and this not so little guy did everything to ignore me! *lol*
This puppy was so friendly and absolutely loved the camera and was certainly not shy!
Hey Gang,
I must have met Tabi and Sam at least 4 years ago at their friends wedding and since then I've done 5 more weddings for friends and Becky's wedding (Tabi's sister) a couple of years ago. So when they told me that they were engaged and wanted me to capture their wedding I was stocked to say the least! I was so flattered when Sam told me that photography was one of the most important aspects of their wedding and they were willing to change the date to match my schedule, can you believe that! One thing you notice in these photos is how happy these guys are when their together, Im always happy but being around them brought me to another level that day. It was so special! You can see the rest on my Facebook
I think this one is my favorite. I just LOVE how happy they are here!
I get asked a lot how do we find these places and to be honest I have no clue, we just drive around! *lol*
Tabi you look so beautiful girl and your smile says it all!
Everytime I look at this photo it brings me back when I was a kid and how happy I would get from the simplest things in life like being on a swing.
This shot was a pretty close call, Sam almost got kicked in the head on his way through! *lol*
Hey Gang,
I get asked from time to time who's wedding work do I admire? That list is pretty, theirs just too many to name! But at WPPI this year I got to meet some of the photographers who's work have moved me, shaped me and inspired to get better. I get laughed at by my pals because wedding photography is my passion, I really do eat, sleep and think weddings all the time. It drives Lez crazy!! *lol*. So it was pretty surreal bumping into my Rock-Stars of our profession. The thing that was so cool each and everyone fo them gave me their time which I still shake my head about considering their were over 10,000 attendees that wanted their time as well! I would love to share my Rolling Stones with you! I want to also thank my pal/roomie Jaime Roberts for taking all these photos, you rock bro!
I definitely recommend that you click on each persons name to see their work, they're all AMAZING!
This was our first night in Vegas and in the main hallway and I see Jerry Ghionis! You have to understand Jerry has brings fashion to weddings, check out his site you'll know what I mean! So obvoiusly Jaime and I just hand to get a shot with him.
I was one of the lucky few that had a chance to attend Silvana Frammartino of Impulse Photography here in Toronto. Silvanna was awarded the 16x20 Wedding Print of the year award in 2009! She's one of the most gentle souls you'll ever meet. Im here friend now! *proud smile* Also here is her close friend and AWESOME photography Judy Cormier of Elementz of Photo. Judy is the leader in Boudoir Photography here in Canada. I just love Judy!!
Now when it comes to Leica wedding photography everyone thinks of Riccis Valladares who's is so pure and raw! I was at the Leica booth speaking to Linda who by the way is an absolute sweet heart! I mentioned to here that I would one day love to meet Riccis as I have never seen him before. She said let me introduce him to you, he's right here! We spoke for a while talking about my new found Leica Love!
Im on the escalator and right behind me is no other than Jose Villa. In the age of digital photography Jose has continued to shoot film and only film. It says a lot when digital wedding photographers are having Jose cover their wedding! Looking at his work has inspired me to shoot a little bit of film again and Im having a blast! Even though I dont look it was was super excited to get a shot with him! *lol* He also gave me some pointers for the Fuji stock I picked up! *wink*
And then there's Joe Buissink. I have followed Joe's work right from the beginning when I first started shooting weddings. Joe's work is beyond words and the phrase "a picture is worth..." would describe his work perfectly! This will sound dumb but Lez and I have teared up looking at his work, you cant help but get pulled into the moment. Its this man's work that has inspired me and I hope one day I will be able to move people just like Joe!
Hey Gang,
I think all my family and friends can tell wedding season is fast approaching, Im getting all antsy and excited! *lol*. I'll never forget when Vicki had mentioned that they had visited 5 different photographers during our first meeting and a couple of them were prominent Toronto Studios. During our conversations we totally hit it off but part of me figured that they might of wanted to got with one of the big guns. Mass called the day right after saying they'd love to book with me, I had to ask why? *lol* It really hit home for me with their answer "We got the sense that you really care Bass, about us, our family, friends and about our wedding day. We know that you'll bust your butt to capture it perfectly" I get told all the time that I take beautiful photos and I appreciate that but I think I simply capture beautiful moments. Here's our awesome time during their e-session. Come back next month when we rock out their wedding! You can see the rest of their engagement photos on my Facebook!
While driving around we foud this really cool abandoned foundry, very cool!
This was Vicki's favorite!
This was my favorite, They look so HOT, in a cool way! *lol*
The story behind this photo was a little scary for me. Im taking their photos as you can see and a lady got into her parked car behind me and put it into drive instead of reverse! She hopped the curb and album hit me!! I guess it was a little funny!
And this was Mass's favorite image. They two things he loves in life Vicki and his Dallas Cowboys
Hey Gang,
Anyone thats my facebook friend knows that I have this recent fascination with gourmet Jellybeans! At first I thought I was totally in love with Coconut but I found Banana then Lemon came along and we were digging each other for a while but Sour Apple stole my heart! *lol*. Lez and the kids think I've gone a little crazy but these sugar tear drops from heaven are pure bliss! I was speaking with another Jelly Bean fanatic and she told me about Jelly Belly and that they have a Cappuccino flavour, cant you believe that!! Ive declaired today a Jelly Bean search day. If anyone knows of other flavours or brands I'd love to hear them.
So why the title Old School vs. New School? Well I thought what better way to show everyone my new obsession...oops I mean Passion! *lol* other than with my Old School Love, Nikon 45mm TS F.28 Micro lens!
Have I ever said how much I love this lens!! I especially love the fact its macro too!
For this one I thought I would kick it a little old school and give my little buddies here a 70's look
Hey Gang,
So before I left for Vegas I had an awesome time hanging with Michelle and Brandon on their wedding day. Even though things might have started off rocky with our bride arriving almost 1-1/2 hour late the day still turned out to be amazing! It was certainly cold that day but big ups to our wedding party for putting up with my crazyness! *lol*. Michelle admitted to me that she was a little nervous about being photographed but after the engagement session she was a seasoned pro! Michelle sweetie you look so radiant but I think Brandon said it best during the reveal! Brandon my man! Congrats! I was honored to be among your closest family and friends! I knew during the e-session that you were a gentlemen but hearing all the speeches I could tell you've always been that way. But the story about the fire was AWESOME!! Congrats again to the both of you! much luv! Come see the rest of the photos on Facebook!
Venue: Holiday Inn Cambridge, Ontario
When Michelle arrived from the hair Salon we were in a little bit of a rush. Here mom was getting a little frustrated with the dress and commented on Michelle's bust size was not helping the situation *LOL*
Due to time restraints we had to do the reveal at the house....
But it was beautiful nonetheless!
Here we have a beautiful ladies! The guys wanted to do a cool shot incorporating this shades and we came up with this.
I still cant believe you were nervous, look at you girl your so gorgeous!
and our little ring boy being his mischievous self *lol* This was taking place during Michelle and Brandon's speech.
We also found out that night that the Canadian men's hockey team had won the gold and that caused for some extra celebration!
Hey Gang,
While I was in Vegas I had a chance to try out Sigma's newest 50mm 1.4 for Nikon and I have to say I was blown away from the results. I couldn't believe how sharp this lens was I mean its not Leica sharp! *wink* But amazing nonetheless and focusing on my D3 wasn't even an issue. We had a few friends over this weekend and halfway through our conversation we all here some ruckus behind us in the kitchen, we all turned around to see the following. My best friend's little girl helping herself to a little snack! *LOL*
Hey Gang,
I dont know about you but this weather is simply amazing! I know we had a pretty easy winter this year but still nothings quite like the summer! Jeanette and Pat stopped by the other day to talk about their wedding which is just around the corner, thy both enjoyed a killer espresso that I made for them! *wink*. Have I ever told you how much I love my coffee? *lol* Im so stocked for their wedding! Im actually going to try some new things Ive never done before like..... You'll have to wait and see! *wink*
For their engagement session I got an email about a month before asking if Langdon Hall would be a cool place, are you kidding Ive never shot there and always wanted to. When I walked up to the hotel I heard someone whispering my name in a yelling way, if that makes sense? It was Jeanette in the penthouse suite, no joking! I gotta say this place is fabulous and if anyone wants to get married there definitely keep me in mind! *wink* Seriously though Jeanette was pretty nervous, actually REALLY nervous but as soon as she relaxed I had one of the most amazing times. I felt a real connection with them and I think it comes through in the photos. You can see alot more on my Facebook!
I simply adore this moment right here! Jeanette was teasing Pat just a "little" bit! *wink*
What a hottie, I still dont know why you were nervous. LOOK AT YOU!!
Dont they both look like models? Super hot! and the security on Jeanette's face says it all.
We headed back to their room to knock out some killer shots.
This one is Lez's favorite and it looks gorgeous in print. I gotta give Jeanette huge props for choosing the outfits, they perfectly matched the decor of the room, so vintage!
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