Blue Bamboo Yoga!

Hey Everyone,

A while back I had the chance to shoot Stephanie Vincec, the owner of Blue Bamboo Yoga. She wanted some updated pics for her yoga studio as well as her in action as she was launching a new website. Also she plans to open several studios in the Ottawa area to service the growing interest in yoga. I walked into the studio not knowing a thing about yoga. I quickly learned that yoga is for men, women, children, babies, pregant women, young, old, injured, fit...aka everyone. Stephanie's studio is very warm and inviting and she is a very knowledgeable instructor capable of servicing the particular needs of her clients.

Let me introduce you to Stephanie Vincec - the face of Blue Bamboo Yoga!



Her classes include Mom & Baby...



As well as Maternity yoga...





I mentioned above that classes range in experience level and she takes care to give instruction and guidance to her clients.



Stephanie spent some time showing me some of the more intricate poses and techniques. I consider myself a reasonably fit guy, but after trying some of the poses, I quickly realized that I had no flexibility and no strength required for yoga!







Like I said, the studio is filled with warmth and the yoga frog I'm sure will attest!



So, if you're looking to get into yoga if you have a stressful work life, would like to get more fit and flexible for your sports, have a lack of concentration or energy, or would just like to try it out, I definitely encourage you to go see Stephanie at her studio, you will not regret it!

Jeney & Derek!

OK. This is going to be a long post. So before you sit down to read, grab a java, bowl of popcorn, knitting needles...you get the idea.

I don't want to do a whole lot of babbling, as I think the pics speak for themselves. I will precede them by saying we had perfect light almost the entire day. Couple that with great people, willing to entrust their photographer fully and you come up with this...

A new take on the shoes and dress shot.


The shot of the guys didn't make the short list, but we loved this one.


Killer shot of the groom on the church steps.


Maureen waited outside to capture the bride by herself, waiting to walk down the aisle. Wonderful moment!


Great moment between the b&g during the ceremony...


Gorgeous.


A more tradional pose, but I love the lines in this shot.


The ladies were all very beautiful! Notice anything else? ...only 1 brunette!!


Kick a$$ profile shot of Jeney & Derek!


And from straight on. How hot are these two?!


More kissing!


This was such an awesome backdrop that we had to use it.


The bride just looks so AMAZING in this shot!!!


Jeney and Derek were so relaxed in front of the camera and it shows...


Like I said, very relaxed. Derek is working it. Notice his awesome tailored suit. Swanky.


We found this grungy set of bars by a dumpster and I knew we had to make use of them.


I believe this was the pic of the month a while back. You can see why...


These guys really were up for anything.


Jeney. Stunning.


I can't tell you how much I love this image. I am submitting to PDN's top knots photo contest. Wish me luck!


Need a break yet? I told you this was going to be a long post...

Kissing....again. Hey, they were good at it!


Funky perspective shot of J and D. Took me a while to see the little dog.


Where we shot we had sooo many options. I loved the colour of this wall, but the 'stand in front of the wall and pose' shot has been done to death. This is what I came up with.


And last, but not least, a BB signature shot! Still one of my favourite poses! Don't they look smashing!?!


What a great day of shooting! I hope you all enjoyed.

BB

10 things...

Here are 10 things you might not know about me:

1. I am a huge football fan - that is soccer for those not in the know. My team - Manchester United. I know, I know, but I've been on the wagon since...well, since forever. Ryan Giggs would be my favourite player. 34 years old, left footed and still blazingly fast.

2. I shave once a week. Why? Well, to be honest it just hurts to shave. Really no other reason. By day 6, I start to look like a lumberjack.

3. I don't sleep well before weddings. Generally, I spend the Friday before a Saturday wedding prepping. Going to our shooting location, checking the light, charging batteries, testing equipment etc etc. Those things usually don't bother me, what usually gets under my skin is wondering what new pose or interesting idea I'm going to try as I want, ultimately, each couple to have some very unique photos for their album. When the camera clicks its first shot, the nerves are gone and it's game time.

4. I broke my collarbone walking my dog when I was 13. Well, more like a slow jog. Embarrassing. She wrapped my legs and arms up with the chain so that I couldn't put my hands out to break my fall. I had to wear this really geeky strap that made my arms stick out the sides for like a month. Hey, it's hard for a kid at 13.

5. I shed a few tears when my childhood dog died. Me, along with everyone else in the family I suppose. I loved that dog. Loved it. She was the best and so smart. I wasn't mad at her at all for #4.

6. I am a self taught photographer. No BA or BFA. Once took a college course, but I had read so many books by the time I took the course that I didn't get much out of it. The teacher was so mad at me for not taking notes. That is to say that I wouldn't be afraid to take another course or am not up for learning, because I learn new things every day and am fully aware as to how much more I have to learn.

7. I once got stopped by the cops for doing 113km/h in a 50km/h zone. Ticket was like $365. The reason - late for an early morning tee off.

8. My favourite movie is Braveheart. Being of partial Scottish heritage, this movie made me want to go out and buy a sword screaming at the top of my lungs..."Freeeeeedommmmmm!" I've seen this movie like 100 times and every time I watch the movie I get chills on the back of my neck. Especially the scene where William Wallace rides in to the village on his horse just after they kill his wife.

9. I can sing all the words to Johnny Cash's song Boy named Sue. I love all of his songs.

10. I love to have my Tim Horton's coffee (2 cream, 1 sugar) with a raisin teabiscuit. Each one seems to make the other taste better. Weird. Maureen thinks I'm nuts.

I'm going to tag Derrick Rice, Andrew Geddes and Sam and Mary to see if we can keep this going. (see previous post for their blogs).

Enjoy your day!

Simone & Chris!

Maureen is always bugging me that I never post enough images on my blog...so what better wedding to start with than that of Simone and Chris! They are a genuine couple blessed with wonderful family and friends. The event was taken care of and planned by the wonderful staff at Marry Me Productions. Call them if you need some help with your big day - they are awesome and will help you make your day stress free!

As for the day itself, it could not have been more perfect - there wasn't a cloud in the sky and the setting sun over the Ottawa River left nothing to the imagination!

The beautiful dress:


and shoes...


The bride getting into a vintage car!


The glowing bride with her father on the way to the church! Doesn't she look gorgeous?!


I love the perspective of the old car and the bride as she heads into the church.


Notre Dame Cathedral. It's such a magnificent piece of historical architecture. Because it's so popular with the tourists, a sign must be posted to keep them out during the ceremony!


The newlyweds sharing a kiss in the old car...


I love me my reflections!


The bride bathed in amazing light on the way to the formals!


Vintage shot of the B&G holding hands during the formal pics. Love it!


The boyz...


The girlz...


I love the following sequence of the bride. She has the most stunning smile, which lights up her entire face. Maureen took these shots as I was goofing around with the guys. These are stupendous images and some of my absolute favourites!!!






The bride in her magazine cover pose...(ah-may-zing!)


Bride and Groom on the terrace of the Chateau Laurier as the sun sets over the Rideau Canal and Ottawa River. A lovely ending to an amazing day!


We had such a fantastic day not only shooting pics, but of just being with you on your wedding day!


PS - Stay tuned for the slideshow.