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30/06/2010 somethin’ borrowed, somethin’ blue

The 11th of June was significant for two reasons: the first and probably most obvious is that it was day one of the highly anticipated 2010 FIFA World Cup; the second and likely not-so-known reason is that it was the day that I photographed my first wedding [with the help of my trusty side-kick, Gabriella Malliaris].

How did I meet the bride and groom?  Well, here’s the funny thing—I never had prior to the rehearsal dinner.  I had spoken with Michael many times prior to the event but even walking in The Buffalo Brew Pub, I was unsure of what he looked like.

The whole thing happened as a matter of happenstance really.  Michael and Karen had decided to have their larger ceremony in Buffalo since his entire family is from the area.  Therefore, he was looking for a photographer here instead of in Los Angeles where they currently live.  My name reached him via my sister-in-law via her employer who happens to be Michael’s cousin [just one of ninety-nine, as rumor has it].

Either way, it worked out.  And, I’m glad that it did.

The day was marked by a beautiful outdoor ceremony—where the story of how the couples met was narrated by the Justice of the Peace, vows exchanged, tears shed and too many photographs to count taken.

The reception gave me a chance to get to know the bride and groom along with their families a little better; it turns out that most of the attendees were Michael’s cousins or siblings of his parents.  As to say, coming from someone with a big family of her own, I felt right at home.

Not to mention that their families are extremely talented folk—the favors at the wedding were chocolate bars that were made by Michael’s mom.  And, not to be outdone, Karen’s dad made necklaces for myself and Gabe.  Turns out that Michael and Karen are both learning their parent’s crafts and will, hopefully, keep the tradition alive once they have long since given it up.

I wish the newly titled Mr. & Mrs. Michael Kinsley all the happiness that a lifetime will allow; come back and visit us in Buffalo anytime.
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14/02/2010 photologie: society through the lens

Come one, come all!  [Oh, and Happy Valentine’s Day]

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04/02/2010 one-third passion, two-thirds pride

Passion [pash-uhn]–noun: 1. any powerful or compelling emotion or feeling, as love or hate. 2. a strong or extravagant fondness, enthusiasm, or desire for anything 3. the object of such a fondness or desire 4. an outburst of strong emotion or feeling.

As I prepare for the gallery opening at Merge [www.merge buffalo.com] tonight, aptly entitled “Passion,” I find myself intently contemplating the definition thereof.

Ever since I can remember, when asked what my favorite color is, I have responded, ‘red–the color of passionate people.’ I like to think that when I do something, I do it with everything I have. I was recently reminiscing with a friend about how my 5th grade teacher used to tell my parents that when I was done competing with those in the class, I would challenge myself.

The three pieces that comprise the ‘passion collection’ that will be on display this month at Merge are of a friend of mine. I chose him as the subject matter since, in my opinion, he typifies and exemplifies passion.

With only a musical instrument of his choosing and a notebook before him, it is not unusual to not see or hear from him for days on end. I have long been impressed by the sheer commitment and discipline he possesses in regards to his craft; it is not very often that we equate solitude, contemplation, self-control and precision with passion and I think that that is all the more reason to feature these photographs in this particular show. I am always happy to assist in pushing another to think outside of ‘the norm’–to create new associations or connotations and even possibly experience a paradigm shift.

Hope to see some familiar faces tonight!

For those of you who cannot make it out, the three pieces below are those that will be included in the gallery opening.

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