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Post 8/24/08
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They grow up so fast
My cousin Davian has purchased the Moments Collection for her second daughter
Emilia, we always include Olivia too. Recently she asked for something really
special for Olivia's 2nd birthday invites- so we made her a fairy of the flowers
and did dress up photos. Not to be outdone we did my famous burrito photo with
Emilia and got her in the fairy wings too. Not bad for my first attempts at Anne
Gedes style work and for building the backdrop I thought they turned out
great.
 
 
Petty Thieves 8/08
So Dillon, my friend who had the band ROAD, is now Petty Thieves. This title
reflects their cover of Tom Petty songs. I had the opportunity to visit him
perform at the AZ Center and snap some pics. They have an album due out this
fall. I will keep you posted and hopefully I will get to contribute to the cover
art!
Christine & Cody
I really do owe you an apology for not getting this up here sooner. But
Congratulations on your wedding and baby to be. Cody I hope you get a little
girl because the way to interacted with your flower girl was magical. You will
be a great daddy!
Congratulations to Rudy & Amanda! I know you guys opted out
of allowing me to use you on the site, but you still most certainly deserve
congratulations on your beautiful and stormy snowbowl wedding.
Here is a great photograph my husband took of me getting this great sunset off
of Coronado Island. Amazing how the camera is attached at the hip, similar to my
son.
Playing with the self timer
I find that going places and asking random strangers to take photos leaves me
frustrated and dissatisfied, so on our recent trip to San Diego I started
playing with the timer. The first two were done with my camera sitting on my
son's stroller, with a flip flop creating a level balance. The second at Balboa
Park with the camera sitting on a drinking fountain. Pretty neat huh! I'm
getting ready to order a large wall canvas print of the sunset at the beach
image.
So it's no secret I'm not the best at adding to the blog, so I
apologize if the updates are slow. I highly welcome feedback, suggestions,
questions or comments. Email me at jacquelyn.l.phillips@gmail.com
and give me a shout out.
Your site says that you are a member of
WPPI and PPA, what does that mean and how does it benefit me?
WPPI is the Wedding and Portrait Photographers International, this organization
aids the photographic community thru continuing education, contests and an
international forum that allows photographers to improve their skills and build
their business.
PPA is Professional Photographers of America, by being a member of this
association establishes Moments in Film Photography as a professional
photography studio. Thru this organization training, seminars, forums and
certification and degrees are offered. I will be enrolling in the Master of
Photography program in January of 2009. Participation in these organizations is
a guarantee that we take our work seriously are always learning and growing as
photographers and are dedicated to creating images that you will cherish for
years to come.
Yes it may be the biggest picture on here, but I'm terribly excited, so for me
bigger is better! I received this in the mail on Friday. I took this photograph
in June of 2007. This is the event brochure for the Tucson Botanical Garden. I
am the only photographer featured in this brochure. I am so proud and plan on
having many more venues and vendors show my work- the good word about Moments in
Film and our work is spreading like wild fire.
What makes us different... here is a behind the scenes look at
how we make the pictures as fun as we do, and how when you choose Moments in
Film- you're not just getting a photographer, you're getting a team that bustles
your dress, attaches boutonnieres, coordinates with your other vendors, has
safety pins and other emergency goodies on hand, dance with the unpaired
groomsman, fill in for the dollar dance, always keeps you looking your best and
is a friend.
Many of my couples have become great friends and that makes the work so
fulfilling.
 
 
Posing with butterflies
In March we had the opportunity to pose 5 dozen butterflies at Lisa &
Jason's wedding. 4 dozen were placed in a net to release during the ceremony and
1 dozen were set aside for formal portraits. We had no idea how the butterflies
would react so with a lot of help from the family and a lot of speed we were
able to get some neat pics. Here are some Adrianna took of the whole process
going down.
 
Check out some of our most recent rave reviews
You did a tremendous job and we truly appreciate it. You were more than a photographer you were such a good friend, I appreciate you being so calm, helpful, and
efficient. You helped so much, it is more than we would ever expected.
James & Christine
Jacquelyn I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you did
at the wedding. You are incredible. I saw the pictures today and they are
beautiful. Teresa and Derek are in the Bahamas with no computer so I had to
text her and tease her
Wait there's more...
Teresa called from the Bahamas and
said she went on the link and she was in Awe of how great the pictures came
out. I want you to know I will pass your name on to as many people as I can.
Thanks for all you wonderful work.
Carolyn, Mother of Teresa
Love the pics and Melanie and Lori are AWESOME!!!! They were so fun to work with and I will
recommend you guys to everyone I know who is in need of a photographer.
People have already asked and I have given them your info.
Jack & Maura
 Congratulation James &
Christine!
Our last wedding for the month of June, this loving couple shared a beautiful
wedding with their 1 year old daughter, family and friends. From mariachis to
cumbia, the dancing was amazing. I'd especially like to make mention of the
bride's father who danced more than any other guest there, that man has some
moves!
 Congratulations Derek
& Teresa!
No, the goat is not a pet, and no animals were hurt at this wedding! This ornery
character was given as a "dowery" during the wedding ceremony- this
whole thing was concocted as a joke brought on by a discussion of wedding
traditions. In actuality, this little goat made a special appearance for the
ceremony and a few photos before heading home for the night. But I am 100%
certain that this is the most unusual animal I will encounter while shooting a
wedding
Congratulations Jack
& Maura!
This couple blended families this past weekend, although, you'd never know it
looking at those good looking kids. This is one of my favorite photos that
Melanie took of this couple at the Renaissance Resort in Scottsdale.
Congratulations Keith
& Brooke!
I would venture to guess neither of these two were shopping for love when they
met in a Fry's parking lot- but the miniature matching shopping carts at the
head table were adorable and a great way for guests to learn how they met.
Congratulations Travis
and Denise!
These jr high sweethearts married over the weekend. It was a elegant ceremony of
gold, brown and baby blue. Absolutely appropriate for this recent Air Force
Academy graduate.
Playing with available
light. We were walking thru a dirt side lot at Z mansion and I loved the
spotlights, so I turned off my flash and captured this image with a beautiful
breeze blowing to add an element of romance to the photo. This is definitely my
favorite from this wedding's formal posed photos.
An awesome
alternative to flower girl baskets. Should you find yourself with flower girls
who may not a. make it down the aisle or b. forget to throw petals- these flower
fairy wands are a great alternative. Decorative, inexpensive and the girls can
play with them after the wedding. What a neat idea!
 Congratulations
Robert & Crystal!
This wedding proves guys can wear pink on their wedding day and look fantastic.
This beautiful couple had guests travel all the way from Canada the one freak
weekend in May it rains. And somehow, everything had cleared by Sunday morning
and the warm weather was creeping back up.
 Congratulations TJ
& Janii!
What a gorgeous venue, Adrianna & I ventured to Tucson to photograph this
wedding at Z Mansion in the heart of downtown. This loving couple integrated
various traditions and cultures- jumping over the broom, communion, orate prayer
and musicians. With all the crazy weather we had in Phoenix that weekend it was
absolutely gorgeous weather in Tucson.
 Congratulations to
Luke & Francis!
Melanie and Lori had the pleasure of photographing these two on their special
day. From a grandiose church to red carpet at the getaway limo, this couple had
exquisite details throughout their day.
Congratulations to Daniel, Jaimee and Abigail- these 3 graduated from local
valley high schools 5/22/08. We had the pleasure of photographing these up and
coming students and we wish them all the very best in their bright futures
 
Too Cool for words- we've all heard the expression, imitation is the highest
form of flattery, well I found an image very similar to this while perusing
other wedding photographers work. I wish I could remember where I saw it, but
when I heard we were having sparklers at Justin & Brien's wedding I knew I
had to try for this shot. It was the best of 3 takes and I am terribly proud of
it.
 Congratulations
Justin & Brien
We had the opportunity to photograph this lavish and fun filled event at Troon
Country Club. This couple truly put a personalized touch on every aspect of
their event from all their young nieces and nephews in the wedding ceremony, to
inflatable guitars at the reception and sparklers for their departure. From a
beachy proposal to a beachy honeymoon these two will forever find themselves
with their toes in the sand together.
Rock Star
 
Meet Dillon Ruggiero, he is the driving force behind the band ROAD. He also
performs at weddings, which is how I met him. After checking out his website, I
decided he needed photos that better reflected him. When I shared my ideas he
was terribly excited to let me photograph him. And while he says he's very
camera shy he had no problem allowing me to capture his inner rock star. Check
out his website http://www.dillonruggiero.com
Class of 2009
We are now offering senior photo session for all 2009 high school and college
graduates starting June of 2008. Check back to see what special things we are
doing for seniors and to see some of our fun fabulous seniors in action.
John & Deana
Deana, you are bride
Barbie and everyone couldn't quit talking about how you were the image of
perfection, a magazine bride. What a fun wedding, the trolley ride, the Pointe
(now the Arizona Grand), the bridal party was a hoot and taking "senior
pictures" with the boys. This wedding was quite a journey for their many
guests who arrived from Iowa (my apologies if this is the wrong state) many
amazed at the idea people would even consider getting married in May let alone
July in the Arizona heat. It was beautiful weather and a beautiful wedding.
Ada & Karl
This was Melanie's
very first solo wedding- no second shooter, no having me in the background. She
did a PHENOMENAL job. Once again she has surpassed my expectations and
completely floored me. It's intriguing to note that this photograph was taken in
a park parking lot- just proof that location doesn't always create the best photographs.
It's the people and the feeling behind them.
Nick & Amanda
This couple recently
exchanged vows at sunset in a gorgeous backyard ceremony in Gilbert Arizona,
this photograph however was taken 3 weeks prior to the big day. This was my
first "bridal session" they had recently done casual family photos,
but wanted to make certain they had plenty of great formal photos of them in
their bridal attire. It was an absolute honor to photograph their wedding and
see Amanda's mom doing the conga- she is my yoga teacher and it was a stretch
not to put that picture here- Insert groan here for horrible pun!
TOO COOL
David recently did a google search on Moments in Film Photography and look what
we found
http://darinandwendy.com/sub-wedding-goodshots.html
Thank you Darin and Wendy- I hope your married life is as beautiful as your
wedding was
"My business is run with humility and gratitude" I truly believe I
am one lucky individual. To be invited to share in such special occasions and
use my talent to record these events- I am very humbled and very blessed. These
opportunities make me so grateful for all the wonderful people I have met and
each of them is responsible for helping me reach my dreams.
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