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Tuesday, January 26, 2010

The Style Lab!


It rained. A lot. But this didn't stop us from heading outside and shooting. That's until the 90 MPH winds, tornado warnings, and a whole lotta side ways rain decided to show up. But because it's the OC, the beautiful sun decided to grace us with it's presence after all, and that is when we rocked it out some more.

Last week, I had the pleasure of attending Chenin Boutwell's Style Lab. Along with the Wedding Chicks, and Totally Rad Actions, Chenin hosted her first workshop in 2 years. Rain or shine, Chenin, Jocey, Amy, and Doug shared their knowledge. And because these are some of the top professionals in the wedding industry, us attendees soaked it all up. All up until the last drop. I learned everything from how to figure out my style, what photos I want to achieve, my brand, how to shoot details, how to get published, post processing, and how to bring pretty back. That's right, how to bring pretty back.

What I love about workshops is being able to see and learn from others. Whether it be Chenin, or the Wedding Chicks, Doug or other attendees. Information was shared that helped me find what it is that I want to achieve. Defining my style, figuring out my brand, etc. We as attendees were encouraged to be our best. To be the best photographer to others, to our clients, and to ourselves. And that to me, is truly important.

Chenin, Jocey, Amy, and Doug: Thank you for a fabulous workshop! I am so lucky to have won that giveaway. I walked away with so much information. More information that I could have ever asked for. I highly recommend it to everyone, rain or shine! You guys are awesome! xo

And to the wonderful and incredibly talented vendors: Thank you for an amazing set up! It was incredible, even in the rain :)

And here are the photos...
"My Love" Amanda Rae and her hubby Mike. You guys are wonderful! So glad I got to know both of you. You both are such sweet people. Thanks for being fabulous models.













Founders Of Style Lab


Boutwell Studios


The Wedding Chicks


Totally Rad Actions


Vendors Involved With Style Lab


Venue: Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club


Styled By: Angel Swanson of Events of Love & Spendor


Stationary: Wiley Valentine


Floral Design: The Treasured Petal


Rentals: Classic Party Rentals


Dress Designer: Joan Shum


Makeup & Hair: All Made Up Team


Deserts & Goodies: Vanilla Bakeshop

16 comments:

Michelle O said...

DROP DEAD GORGEOUS PHOTOS. 'nuff said! Seriously...they are **AMAZING**. Looks like you had a fabulous time!

Jennifer Ballard said...

Rockin photos Gladys! I love the one of the hands. Nice work!

kristine atienza said...

yay!! what an awesome time we had!! so glad i was FINALLY able to meet you and hang out for those couple of days as battled the massive rain and shot away like nobody's business. Here's to more workshops and photography fun together!! xoxo

Anouschka said...

Gorgeous images Gladys!!!

Amanda Rae said...

GLADYS!!!!!!!!!! You did such an amazing job! Wow. I was going through them and I was like "that's my favorite, no that's my favorite, no that's my favorite" until I realized that I love them all! The one where I'm twirling is just too happy and wonderful! I'm so glad we got to meet you.

julie h said...

those are some beautiful photos! yowzah!

Carissa said...

I am so impressed by these images. Seriously, they're beautiful...

Jasmine said...

FEROCHE!!! Rock it, girl!

Anda said...

wowowowowowow. i do not even have the words!! gladys, holy crap -- you have left me TYPELESS!!! these are just beyond my vocabulary. i love all the angles and the DOF and the post-processing. stu-stu-stunning!

kcb said...

i'm looking at these and my buddy tim comes up behind and exclaims "wow, those are awesome photos!" i couldn't agree more. this is your thing, girlie! xoxo

Margot said...

I love hearing about all your adventures as a photographer. I am so happy that you get to experience these workshops. It sounds like so much fun. And these pics are incredible! The couple is super cute too. I can't wait to see what you do next. <3

Art of Ordinary Living said...

absolutely beautiful photos, i think you have found your sweet spot! keep up the outstanding work.

amanda said...

LOVE THEM. love the dress, the models :), and of course the photos. great work!

Lindsey Joy said...

Gladys these details are to die for!!!!!! My favorite is the first series... the shot through the veil, WOW! And, Joan Shum is brilliant, love that dress!

Lucia Photography said...

Great job Gladys. Looks like a killer workshop. Awesome

Megan Beth said...

These are awesome Gladys. Looks like such a fun time! Your images turned out amazing. My favorite is the second one with the blown out sky and the little sun flare behind his head.