Well it seems that Pinterest is all the rage right now, so I am trying to keep up. I have created a pinterest page. Please check it out- and let me know what pictures you think I should pin on it!
http://pinterest.com/magek1223/magek-photography-engagement-pictures/
MAGEK PHOTOGRAPHY NAMED TOP PICK IN
THE KNOT BEST OF WEDDINGS 2012
HOUSTON, TEXAS January 2012 — MAGEK PHOTOGRAPHY is pleased to announce they have been selected as a 2012 winner in The Knot Best of Weddings, a special section in The Knot Texas magazine and on http://wedding.theknot.com/local-wedding-vendors/houston-weddings.aspx Weddings from The Knot (NYSE: XOXO; www.theknot.com), the number-one wedding resource that’s most trusted by brides.
The Knot Best of Weddings 2012 provides a “by brides, for brides” guide to the top wedding professionals across the country, and is a must-have when it comes to selecting the best-of-the-best wedding resources. From New York florists and Seattle bridal salons to DC makeup artists, engaged couples will find detailed feedback on local wedding businesses reviewed by thousands of newlyweds who had great things to say.
This week has been very busy!!! We are so blessed.
Monday- bridal pictures- We had sooo much fun. It was a new location, and got some beautiful pictures!!
Tuesday- appointment
Wednesday- appointment
Thursday- appointment
Friday- Engagement pictures- Aimee and Gerard
Saturday- Texas A&M for engagement pictures- I can’t wait!!!- Steve and Anne
Today, booked a couple of weddings and had an appointment. I really enjoyed meeting with Venus and her fiance!
Welcome Jason and Donna and Heather Elizondo!!!
Today is Butler’s Courtyard’s Open House. It is one the most AMAZING wedding venues in the area, and even the state of Texas (and that is pretty huge!!) If you are considering getting married, definitely come check out Butler’s Courtyard!! They book up fast, so don’t hesitate! The owners (Nancy and Janice), the DJs (David and Mark), and all the staff take the best care of each and every bride that comes through the venue. They truly treat you like they would their own family- partly because you become part of their Butler’s family! So, come check out the open house- visit with all the preferred vendors, enjoy some great food, and have a good time. You will definitely not regret taking the time to check it out.
Last week was AWESOME!! We had several successful appointments. This week appears to be headed the same direction. We don’t have too many shoots this week- a couple sets of senior pictures- but several appointments. Give us a call if you are interested in setting up an appointment. We are also gearing up for the Butler’s Courtyard Open House!!! YAY!! Be sure to come see us next Sunday.
Heather and Richard are getting married in February. Richard has got to be one of the most adoring grooms EVER!!! We were talking about the wedding day, and he was adamant that it did not make a difference if he saw Heather before she walked down the aisle. We tried to explain that emotion that is there the first time you see your bride- Richard’s response- “You don’t understand. I feel that way every time I see her!!!” AWWWWW!!! Here are a few of my favorites from their engagement session…
Chase and Megan got married on the North side of Houston. We first met Megan and Chase, along with both sets of parents, over a year ago. Since then, we have taken their engagement pictures, Megan’s bridal pictures, and now their wedding. Megan and Chase are such sweethearts!! They wrote vows to each other and read them at the ceremony. I believe I even saw a tear or two- not saying from who though, Chase. Their friends and family truly knew how to party- and they stayed to the end!! YAY!! We had Frat brothers doing a dance, and of course, Sorority Sisters singing their song, doing their dance, and of course the poses!! Here are a few of my favorites…
This is a slower, but very busy week. We are gearing up for the Bridal Extravaganza, although we do not attend as vendors (we have always booked amazing brides without going, so we opt not to go). During this time, we get LOTS of phone calls and lots of appointments. We have a couple of appointments already set for this week, and have had a couple of folks call and book us immediately!!!
Steve is busy editing away as well. He has a couple of weddings he is hoping to get posted this week for our December brides! And ladies, it is definitely worth the wait- I have seen the pictures:)
This weekend we have a wedding at Butler’s Courtyard- Justin and Allison, and then on Sunday we have a wedding at Ashton Gardens- Genevieve!!! I am very excited about both weddings!!
Katie and Caleb recently got married at Butler’s Courtyard in League City, Texas. They are both in the military- but different branches. Their wedding was a lot of fun!! You could tell that they both absolutely adored one another- she even got a garter that matched the branch of the military HE was in!!! Now that is LOVE!! Here are some of my favorites from their wedding…
2011 was an AMAZING year!! It was one of the best years for Magek Photography. We have so many people to thank for the year including all of our brides (from 2011 and the past)- if it weren’t for all of great couples who allowed us to be part of their special day we would never have taken all of the amazing pictures that we get to show off!! We also have to thank our great couples for referring all of their great friends!! It is the best feeling in the world to take pictures for a friend of a friend. We also need to thank the gorgeous venues who have referred their brides to us. Words can never convey how much gratitude we feel towards you- you are trusting us with your brides precious photographs! Thank you!! There are many others we need to thank as well- everyone who promotes us, including The Knot, WeddingWire, OneWed, etc, as well as all of the locations that have allowed us to shoot pictures at their location- Butler’s Courtyard, Hidden Palms, Oakwind, Sycamore Springs, Amber Springs, Crystal Springs, etc. Also a special thank you to all of the wedding coordinators that have referred us, but also made the day of our brides stressfree- Magen with Hand In Hand, Kelly, etc. I am definitely sure I have forgotten someone- so a HUGE THANK YOU to everyone for making 2011 such an amazing year!!!
Now, for 2012- Resolutions….
1. Take the best care of all of our brides as we possibly can- I know that has always been something we have tried to do in the past, but I don’t ever want to forget that!! Every bride should be treated like I would want my own daughters treated!! That includes gorgeous pictures and out of this world customer service!!!
2. Make sure I don’t forget to thank those who have gone above and beyond for us- through out the year!!
3.Take pictures at every wedding that are over the top AMAZING!!
4. Redo the website
5. Update my inspiration board- I haven’t done this in a while, and it is definitely time to do that!
6. Photograph a destination wedding- that is a goal of mine!! Anyone interested???
7. Spend time with my family- help my children to grow into the young adults they aspire to be, and reach their potential, whether they know they can do it or not. Spend time with the most loving, giving, and funniest family I could ever hope to be a part of- my mom, dad, brother, and sister, and their spouses and of course my nephew!!! Go see my family in New York and Chicago. I certainly miss them all!! It was great to see Cookie Grandma!! Cool Car Bob- you are next!! And last, but certainly not least, spend time with Steve’s family- White Granny, mom, dad, sister, brother, spouses, and all of the nieces and great nieces and nephews we have!!!
8. On a personal note- be more like my very inspiring friend- Caren!! She is the most spiritual person I know. She is always upbeat and sees the positive in everything. Thank you Caren:)
9. And, last, but certainly not least, look Simply SMASHING at the WPPI in February- going to have to start working out!!! My Make-Up Rocks- I am going to need some assistance!!!
I know those are some lofty resolutions/ goals, but if they weren’t things we had to challenge ourselves, then what would be the point!