Archive for January, 2010

Kate & Brian say ‘I do’ on Delmarva at Heritage Shores in Delaware

Thursday, January 14th, 2010
Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club

Heritage Shores Golf Club

Heritage Shores Golf Club

Heritage Shores Golf Club

Heritage Shores Golf Club

Besides having the honor of capturing Kate and Brian’s big day, this Philadelphia wedding photographer had a little extra pressure to get it right — my former newspaper boss was in attendance, and part of the family!

You see, before moving to Philadelphia, Rebecca and I resided in Salisbury, MD, which, like Bridgeville, DE, is part of the Delmarva peninsula.  (For those non-Delmarva people, it stands for DELaware, MARyland, and VirginiA.)  While there, I worked for The Daily Times in Salisbury, where my Managing Editor, was Erick Sahler, Kate’s brother.

But I didn’t have to fear Erick’s scrutiny (much).  In fact, at the reception, he was boogying down like the best of them. Of course it helped that his beautiful sister planned an absolutely wonderful wedding day.

Kate’s dress from Candelight Bridal was elegant, and her junior bridesmaid and flower girl looked lovely too. The bridesmaids’ dresses from David’s Bridal were a deep chocolate brown with blue sash accent, providing nice contrast.

Of course, Brian and the guys came through as well, sporting their sweet tuxes from Men’s Warehouse.

Kate walked down the aisle to guitar music by Richard Barry, across a white carpet with “Kate & Brian” scrolled in chic cursive lettering.  She held onto her dad with one hand and carried an exquisite bouquet from Posy Palace in the other. You couldn’t take that smile off her face when she saw her man!

Afterward, guests joined us for formal shots in Heritage Shores Club, the venue where both the ceremony and reception were held. What I love about this ceremony and reception venue is that despite the fact that it was raining cats and dogs, there were so many beautiful spaces to discover indoors that the couple didn’t even seem to miss the country club’s golf grounds. Instead, we staked out pool tables, spiral staircases and brightly colored sofas for a few intimate shots of the happy couple.

At the reception, guests had a great time dancing to Next Generation DJ.  Peninsula Printing provided the table cards, which added to the elegance of the evening even more. And towards the end of the night, I was able to borrow Kate’s incredible custom wedding band from Kuhn’s Jewelers and snag a couple of tight photos with my macro lens.

Kate and Brian, may you continue to find light and love in each other’s eyes, no matter the weather. You’re always welcome in Philly anytime!

Best,

Joe G, JPG Photography

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware by Marno

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

Heritage Shores Golf Club, Bridgeville, Delaware

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Web site Down but E-mail is back

Wednesday, January 13th, 2010

My Web site is down, but fortunately e-mail is back. Folks could see an OLD JPG Photography when going to the Web site. BUT, a new site should be posted shortly with proper portfolios.

E-mail is back! Yay! Please resume e-mailing jpg@jpgphotography.com

Thanks everyone for your patience!

Best,

Joe G

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JPG Photography Web site, JPGPhotography.com and E-MAIL are down

Wednesday, January 13th, 2010

I’m so sorry, but my Web site, www.jpgphotography.com, and e-mail could be down as much as three days. I’ve been told there was a server problem in Toronto, and forgive my language, but some idiot routed my hosting information incorrectly. And to repopulate everything will take several days.

Fortunately, www.philadelphiaphotojournalism.com is up and running.

But should you wish to contact me, please e-mail me at this, my personal e-mail address, jgidjunis@gmail.com, or call me at 888-JPG-FOTO.

I thank everyone for their patience as this is sorted out.
Best,
Joe G

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Kimmy & Doug wed in style in Towson and Hunt Valley, Maryland

Saturday, January 9th, 2010
Hunt Valley, Maryland

Hunt Valley, Maryland

Church of the Immaculate Conception, Towson, Md.,

Church of the Immaculate Conception, Towson, Md.,

Hunt Valley, Maryland

Hunt Valley, Maryland

Getting Ready

Getting Ready

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

In October, this Philadelphia wedding photographer got to photograph TWO brides and two grooms in one night.

No, it wasn’t a double wedding. It was, however, Kimmy and Doug’s big day in Towson, MD, and their good friends Karen and Rick, whom I, as a Philadelphia wedding photojournalist photographed almost a year to the date prior to Kimmy and Doug’s wedding, were in attendance. (For you faithful followers of the JPG blog, Karen and Rick had the awesome pig roast that we’re still raving about!)

And just like Karen and Rick, Kim and Doug really made their wedding day their own. With the ultimate DIY creativity, Kimmy made her own bouquet with flowers from Trader Joe’s. The centerpieces at their reception were these awesome funky gourds from Poor Boys. And the happy couple selected their favorite songs on their iPod and hired their friend Scott from Gotta Dance Entertainment – DJ Services to mix up the tunes.

Kim got ready in her home in Towson in a gorgeous attic-like room with light slanting through the window.  Some of my favorite getting ready shots are of Kim putting on her dress from J Crew with her mom. (In case you haven’t noticed, natural light rocks!)

With fall weddings, it is always difficult to predict the weather, but this Philadelphia wedding photojournalist tires to make any setting idyllic.  For Kim and Doug, this was a snap. While it was a bit chilly outside, you can’t tell from the pictures.  The happy couple climbed on bright purple playground equipment under blue skies and sunbeams.

Kim and Doug’s ceremony was held at The Immaculate Conception Church in Towson, Maryland, which is definitely up there in terms of beautiful Roman Catholic Church’s I’ve attended. With high, arched ceilings and warm indoor light, the ceremony shots came out flawlessly. I love all the quiet moments between Kimmy and Doug — a look here, a half smile, a head on a shoulder, and hand held.

They ended the night with an autumn-themed reception at the Marriott Hunt Valley, where dancing, eating, and drinking quickly commenced.  Overall, I think both brides and grooms had a blast.  I know we did.

Kimmy and Doug, we wish you a lifetime of happiness.  Thanks for inviting JPG to be part of your day.

Her dogs were eyeing me up!

Her dogs were eyeing me up!

More intrigue from the doggies.

More intrigue from the doggies.

The J Crew Wedding Dress

The J Crew Wedding Dress

Lots of final prep!

Lots of final prep!

I loved this second floor space

I loved this second floor space

Outside the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Towson, Md., MD.,

Outside the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Towson, Md., MD.,

Church of the Immaculate Conception, Towson, Md.,

Church of the Immaculate Conception, Towson, Md.,

Church of the Immaculate Conception, Towson, Md.,

Church of the Immaculate Conception, Towson, Md.,

Hunt Valley, Maryland

Hunt Valley, Maryland

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

The Cake at the Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

The Cake at the Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn;

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn;

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

Karen and Rick looking fabulous at the Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

Karen and Rick looking fabulous at the Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

Kimmy's sister considered going in closer...yeah, I said it!

Kimmy's sister considered going in closer...yeah, I said it!

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

Baltimore Marriott Hunt Valley Inn

The full event is online at Pictage: www.pictage.com/728947

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Philadelphia Wedding Photographer JPG Photography takes 1st Place in Photojournalism Contest with Naked Bikers Moment

Saturday, January 2nd, 2010
Philadelphia Wedding Photographer

Philadelphia Wedding Photographer

News Announcement: Philadelphia Wedding Photojournalist wins top Humor category prize with Naked Bikers moment

PHILADELPHIA – DEC. 30, 2009 – Philadelphia Wedding Photographer, Joseph Gidjunis, President and founder of JPG Photography, today announced winning a major award with the Wedding Photojournalist Association (WPJA), an International, membership-based organization representing professional photographers skilled in the documentation of weddings and events in a candid, unobtrusive style. As a WPJA member, Gidjunis’ name ranks with some of the most talented wedding photojournalists in the world as judged by their technical, creative and visual aptitude.

WPJA members are held to strict membership standards regarding image quality and content, technical and creative technique, Web site and marketing professionalism, business ethics and communication.

Gidjunis earned first place for humor in WPJA’s most recent contest. He has earned six previous awards, too.

“I love looking for what’s unique and funny all around us. Being recognize for what you love is truly an honor,” Gidjunis said.

In addition, this latest humor award places Gidjunis in the top position in all of Pennsylvania. Last year, Gidjunis placed on the top 100 wedding photojournalists in the world for YEAR and can be found on the Top WPJA Photographers page at the following web address: http://www.WPJA.com/top100.

Joseph Gidjunis, 27, started JPG Photography in 2005 after seeing moments in weddings he felt were being missed, or sacrificed for boring portrait after boring portrait. Ls than five years later, Gidjunis, along his wife, Rebecca, and three part-time staff, form the JPG Photography team.

Despite tough economic times in 2009, Gidjunis said he is fortunate because the business has expanded and 2010 sales are already double what they were this time last year.

A 2004 graduate of The George Washington University, Gidjunis lives in the East Falls section of Philadelphia with his wife of four years, Rebecca, and their two rambunctious dogs, Gus and Trudy. Gidjunis also serves as a reporter and photojournalist for the Courier-Post newspaper in South Jersey and an adjunct faculty of journalism at Eastern University in St. Davids, Pa.

Rebecca Gidjunis also serves as full-time lecturer in the English Department at Eastern University. She recently won the Keystone Chapbook Prize for poetry, and her winning manuscript is scheduled for publication by Seven Kitchens Press.

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Thank you Kim and Nate! Thank you Naked Bikers!

Best,

Joe G

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