Awesome Wedding and Memorial Day

It has been a busy crazy weekend. I had the wonderful opportunity to photograph an amazing couple Andrea and Eric. A lot of firsts with this wedding. Including this awesome exit by the two new honeymooners!

On a more serious note it is Memorial Day. Remember those that have sacrificed everything so we may enjoy $4 a gallon gas. I know we complain about the cost of gas. Heck, I do too. I complained to the person at the drive thru tonight for taking to long.... LOL! Well guess what! It is because of all those brave souls that put themselves in harms way so we have the right to complain.

Maybe people in other countries hate us for out constant whining over what they would say is meaningless in the grand design. I say let them hate us then, because our brothers, mothers, sisters, sons, daughters, and grand children made the same sacrifice to provide us with the privilege to do just that.

Today, I say complain away! Because, our brothers have spilled their blood to give us this wonderful gift. If we do not exercise that right, and the many other rights these brave souls fought for, then we as Americans do not honor their memories.

Normally, I try to keep things light here, but I feel strongly about this. Pray for them.

Enjoy!
Jason
www.jasonconnel.com

Brendon + Amanda = Music to My Ears

I had the wonderful opportunity to photograph the very famous Brendon James Wright and his finance Amanda's engagement session. Fellow photographer John Bamber referred them to me quite some time ago. It is so wonderful to be able to photograph another artist, and Brendon and Amanda made their session so easy with their willingness to try anything.

Check out their slidshow here, and enjoy one of Brendon's songs. If you like it, you can purchase album by clicking the little music note or by clicking here.

Enjoy!
Jason
www.jasonconnel.com

Heather and Dallas - First Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Chattanooga, TN

Again working on catching up on blogging I have another wedding for your viewing pleasure. I had a wonderful couple Heather and Dallas that tied the knot a bit back. I would like to share a few photos.

They got married at First Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Which is one of the most stunning churches in Chattanooga. However, they have pretty strict restrictions concerning photography. It is always a challenge photographing there. However, the three weddings have photographed there the staff has treated me well, and bent a little bit for me which I appreciate. That has really

Heather and Dallas after enjoying their evening wedding went on to have their reception at the Fairyland Club. It was absolutely stunning. What was more amazing is that they did the decorating themselves. The mother of the bride after working so hard at putting this together found a calling. She realized it was difficult for the busy bride to find wedding professionals, and meeting with them. She created The Cottage Place. If your planning a wedding in Chattanooga area go check out The Cottage Place, and tell Gayle I sent you.

Check out the slideshow here.

I hope you enjoy the photos as much as I did creating them!

Enjoy!
Jason
www.jasonconnel.com

Another Blast From the Past - Cherie and Christian

It is always an honor to be asked to photograph such a big day for folks, but when your asked by a fellow photographer it is just a bit more extra special. Cherie and Christian had their vows renewed in a beautiful place surround by friends and family a while back. I am so excited that I have been able to be part of it, and now I get to share with all of you. You can check out Cherie's photography here.

Enjoy!
Jason
www.jasonconnel.com

A couple of getting ready shots.

Some alone time with the couple.

Ceremony time.

Some More Catching Up - Jennifer and Trevor - Patton Chapel, Chattanooga, TN

In trying to get caught up with my blogging here is a wedding from a really sweet couple that tied the know a while back. Jennifer and Trevor was so awesome! They were great to me, and their day was beautiful at Patton Chapel in Chattanooga, TN. Here are a few images for your viewing pleasure! Check out the slideshow here.


Enjoy!
Jason
www.jasonconnel.com

Bridal Symposium at Houston's Reliant Center

It has been crazy the last few weeks with weddings and bridal shows. This past weekend I was involved with the Bridal Symposium. I met with a lot of wonderful people over the last few weeks.

If you looking for a place for your wedding you have to see the folks at Butler's Courtyard. Nancy and Janice are wonderful to talk to very knowledgeable and super friendly. Another location you have to go see is Tad Akers. I have met with so many new wonderful people I can not possible mention them all in one post.

Something I have always believed in is having and Event Planing Profesional to help you with all the wedding planning. I can tell you first hand having someone like that for your wedding makes the whole experience that much more enjoyable. You need to talk to Dewayne Ross. He is awesome event planner, and is super creative. Another wedding planner I met with was Danielle Wells with Six Pence Designs. She is new to Houston, and is super easy to work with.

Look for additional resources on my website. It was also a pleasure to meet many of the wonderful photographers as well. There will be another post on that soon.

Check out this next photo from a Alex and Joline's wedding at the Hotel Derek.

Enjoy!
Jason
www.jasonconnel.com