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Fairly Tales Can Come True

© Laura E. Swan

Fairly Tales Can Come True

Uploaded: September 22, 2009

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It Can Happen To You...
If You're Young at Heart!

~ (Do you remember that song?) ~

I Attended The Most Beautiful Wedding Yesterday.

The Bride & Groom Were Kind Enough
To Let Me Tag Along With
The Photographer(s)That They Hired!

When The Wedding Was Over A Nice
BIG WHITE STRETCH LIMO
Came Along To Sweep Them Away To
THE TRAIN STATION WHERE THEY BEGAN
THEIR DREAM TOUR PACKAGE
THROUGH THE CANADIAN ROCKIES BY TRAIN.
We heard 5K per person!

You Should Have Seen This Wedding.

TV 1/60, AV 5.0



Comments

Christine Lobsinger level-classic September 22, 2009

WOWOWOWOOWOWOOW!!!!
Sister Laura..
You did an amazing 'tag along shot' of the bride/groom!!!
Look at her WHITE dress, so beautiful and crisp/detailed my friend.. You did it, it is usually so hard to photograph white besides black (his suit)!
I really think you should photograph many more weddings sis, honestly, this is very lovely! The colours/lighting is 'SPOT ON'...

Sincerely,
Smiley CHRIS #1183596

ROLAN NARMAN September 22, 2009

Wonderful capture of the lovely couple Laura! You did a great job! #7972884

Laura E. Swan level-classic September 22, 2009

Thank You S. Christine and B. Rolan! SO HAPPY TO SEE YOU HERE and thank you so much for coming by to comment!!! :) It means a lot to me!!!

Well, Christine, I had some great advice and help. I loved shooting all around for the day and no one seemed to mind. It was good experience for me.

I admire the pros...There is a lot more to it than meets the eye.

-Laura :) #7972917

Laura E. Swan level-classic September 22, 2009

Tommy and Christine commented at the same time!

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Tommy E. Burgess

member since: 7/20/2007

I didn't see the previous entry but this one's beautiful Laura!! Wonderful documentary type capture here with a wonderful composition! Wedding shoots are fun because everything happens so fast and you really gotta be on your toes. Wonderful work!

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Thank you Tommy! VERY MUCH!!! -Laura #7972919

Songbird Cline level-classic September 22, 2009

Very nice scene. and a beautiful dress! #7972960

Nadya Johnson September 22, 2009

Well, I said it before and I'll say it again - this is a very lovely capture of this beautiful blushing bride! I used to do weddings when I worked in video. And SO MUCH is the expression you catch (or, fail to catch!) You did a terrific job with this! Also, the light glowing on her hair and on her dress -- "priceless!" Great job, Laura! #7972976

Ann Coates level-classic September 22, 2009

You have captured both the bride and groom beautifully Laura, a moment they will treasure forever, that's for sure and I love it because it's not one of those typical posed wedding shots. Lovely work Laura. #7973008

Stefania Barbier level-classic September 23, 2009

beautiful moment and capture! #7973112

Graham Robards September 23, 2009

Wow, leaving negative comments and you know what Sis, they don't come back to see the results.

Somebody left a comment on one of my images so I rectified it... and BOTH pictures got an EP lol. The so called distraction didn't bother the judge.

I wished I have seen the original so I would know what you did to improve the image.

Beautiful real like capture my friend of the glowing couple! ~Pat
#7973221

Lorna Shutter September 23, 2009

Beautiful candid shot, Laura! Love the happy look on the bride and groom's faces! She really does look like Cinderella! Sounds like a beautiful wedding! I didn't see the original pic either so I have nothing to compare it to ... but I think this one is fantastic! Great work, Sis! :) #7973629

Ron McEwan September 23, 2009

You know what my friend I don't remember what I said, that is why I don't lie, I could not defend myself. However, I do remember, is the previous quality was not up to your usual standards. This is real clear, sharp detail and composed perfectly. I could never capture white worth a hoot but you did here. Outstanding in that you have captured the emotion of joy. That rounds the scene out pretty good I think. Job well done. #7973698

Nancyj E. Hovey level-classic September 23, 2009

WOW Laura, you have stepped out of the box with this gorgeous bride. The lighting highlights her as a definate 'Cinderella' of the wedding! Outstanding composition. And when a photographer captures the emotions of the moment...it is a masterpiece! Bravo!!! a fav!!! 8o) #7973775

Donna La Mattino Pagakis September 23, 2009

What a beautiful bride with a glowing smile, great timing and excellent keepsake capture! #7974086

frank w. degenhardt September 23, 2009

Laura- Two things Ilove about this photo that stand out for me other than the obvious beautiful colors, excellent clarity, fabulous lighting.
First of all you went and got yourself some experience doing a photo shoot of something new to you. I can almost bet you tried different settings and tried to look for the best shot. The learning process never ends so I applaud your efforts to improve yourself.
Secondly, you did what many professions fail to do as far as I'm concerned when it comes to portraits. You captured the real moment. The real birde and groom. You can just feel their joy and happiness, you can see it on their faces. This is real.
So Bravo my dear friend. You did an outstanding job of picture taking and learning.
Have a wonderful day, do enjoy. #7974087

Jack R. Perry September 23, 2009

Looks like a winner to me. #7974180

Debbie E. Payne September 23, 2009

You really did capture the 'moment'and that is what the majority of event and documentary style photography is all about. I bet this will be one of their favorites! You obviously have a way with people. It shows! #7974296

Denny E. Barnes level-deluxe September 23, 2009

I've been so busy lately, I'm having a hard time getting around to everybody and missed the first photo. Knowing you it could not have been that bad! I don't know how this one could be any better! Looks perfect in all respects to me and I know it will be a favorite for the wedding couple!! Gorgeous, Laura!!! #7975429

Kirsten Kiki Kjaer September 23, 2009

Well, you sure got a beautiful shot of the occation, SSSL! Look at all the shining details of that lovely wedding gown. Very well captured!!
And I love the way the Groom is leading the Bride on their new path together and off course letting her beauty shine on their way. A very successful wedding picture. A picture I'm sure they'll treasure forever. #7976139

Tammy Espino September 23, 2009

Beautiful bride! My opinions of weddings and marriage, Pfffffffft ( raspberry noise) #7976444

John Connolly September 23, 2009

A beautiful bride and capture Laura! A nice rework! #7976632

Laura E. Swan level-classic September 23, 2009

WOW! Hi Everyone!!!

Thank you so much Songbird, Nadya, Ann, Stefania, Pat, Mr. T., Lorna D., Ron, Mumj, Donna, Frank, Jack P., Debbie, Denny, SSSKiki, Tammy and John!!! :)

I so much appreciate your kind words and I hope it's looking good now.

Thanks for coming back to comment those of you who had before. That was super and I TOTALLY owe you one!

:)

-Laura

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Theresa Marie Jones level-deluxe September 23, 2009

Love the heartfelt exuberance in this image Laura, wonderful job! #7976938

Lynne Morris September 24, 2009

What a beautiful bridal shot Laura, wonderful light and comp and you have captured their expressions perfectly. #7978008

Laura E. Swan level-classic September 24, 2009

Thank You So Much Theresa and Lynne!

I appreciate hearing from you both!

-Laura :) #7978013

Renee Doyle September 24, 2009

Certainly sounds a dream wedding and a wonderful honeymoon to follow!!!!!! Beautiful capture of a very special moment Laura!! #7978068

Laura E. Swan level-classic September 24, 2009

It WAS a dream wedding Renee. Down to every last detail. It was in black and white and pink! Striking! Done by a wedding planner. The Wedding Place ITSELF was SO POSH and elaborate! Grand Staircase, Classic Ornate Pillars...DOMED CHAPEL with etched glass windows...All in creams and tans! WOW!

The dining room was spacious with two walls of windows (W&S) and it had a fireplace with overstuffed couches there... and tables dressed in black and white and pinks...chairs covered in white silky material with huge black bows at the backs...

Even the ladies room. It was so colorful and elaborate that a person could have spent all day there, too!!! :) !!!

It was a delightful day and it was not only their dream wedding but we all got to enter into the fantasy!

Thanks Renee and all of you for stopping in to appreciate this one.

-Laura #7979605

Karen Kessler September 24, 2009

This is GORGEOUS, Laura! I didn't see the first one to comment, but HAD to comment here! GREAT JOB!!! #7981037

Sherran Andersen level-classic September 27, 2009

Well done Laura... white is one heck of a hard colour to photograph right. Sherran #7989340

Laura E. Swan level-classic September 28, 2009

Hi Ladies!

Karen, you mean the first two! This is the 3rd contest post of this image!!! 2 very good photographers gave me some off the cuff constructive advice on my first contest posting/s and this image was made even better than before. I am grateful to all concerned.

Thanks Kalena! -Lala

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Thank you Sherran. It really is. Originally I shot in natural warm lighting which made lightening it up complicated but worth it.

Appreciate the visits!

-Laura


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Max Aureli September 28, 2009

Well... an elegant wedding with a bridal dress that is beautiful!!! A gorgeous happy bride captured in a wonderful moment, Sister!!! Great shot my friend!! #7992090

Laura E. Swan level-classic October 07, 2012

Hi Brother Max! Coming from you, our professional wedding expert, this is a high compliment!! I will re-enter this one soon. :)

Thank you again everyone!
-Laura :D #10359113

Neal D. Hatcher October 07, 2012

Amen to all the above #10359522

Tammy Espino October 08, 2012

Looks like the daughter of a girl I work with. Nice work on this wedding shot:) #10361001

Mary K. Robison October 09, 2012

Capturing the lovely princess with such joy radiating from her face, and getting the WHITE RIGHT!! Two exceptional - and beautiful - accomplishments, Pom!
And, it was quite interesting to read the thread. People's observations, yay or nay, frequently indicate more about them than about the person they're writing to (in this case - you). Whatever "corrections" you made to your original post of 2009 certainly worked. It's a splendid candid shot. And I bet the bride and groom were delighted with whatever version you gave them!! #10361577

Emile Abbott level-deluxe October 10, 2012

Very expressive moment captured in time forever. Nice work Laura. #10363892

Carol A. Grady October 11, 2012

Great job on capturing a true moment in time for this bride and groom. This is probably going to be one of their favorite photos to remind them of their special day.

Well done! #10365382

JO ANN CLEVELAND October 14, 2012

Lucky you Laura...bet she liked your picture as well as the one she had to pay! Beautiful!!

jo nn c. #10369427

Laura L. Gonzales level-classic October 14, 2012

Wow Em, what a spectacular capture! Bet this was the wedding of a lifetime. So beautiful and the details, comp and clarity are fantastic!!! wtg girl. Hope to see this again!! Blessings :) #10369715

Gina M. Savage October 15, 2012

Amazing dress and I love how you captured the sparkle. She should have hired you. :) #10370433

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna October 17, 2012

BEEEEEEEEAUUUUUUUTIFUL, NL! It's glowing with beauty! :-) k #10374126

Patricia A. Casey level-deluxe October 18, 2012

Lovely! #10374814

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