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Bradley and Lindsay – Weaver Ridge Golf Club {peoria wedding photographer}

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

I can hardly believe summer is coming to a close. It was an absolute whirlwind for us, and I don’t think that’s going to stop until the end of the year!

We have been a part of so many memorable events this year, and, I have to say, Bradley and Lindsay’s is definitely one that I will not forget any time soon. First of all, they were fantastic to work with right from the start. They had so many fun ideas for their engagement session, and we loved the results of their wintery Starved Rock session, even though we all had to brave freezing temperatures to make it happen!

Apparently, extreme weather is just in the cards for these two. But, I think we have to thank the extreme weather for making Lindsay and Brad’s First Meeting one we will never forget. The original plan was for them to meet out on the docks at the IVY club, right on the river, and we were all very excited about it. But, right as we pulled up, horrible, ominous black clouds rolled in, the wind started whipping up tornadoes of dust, and there was no denying an intense storm was about to happen. I learned long ago, as much as I wish I could (I think it would be my super-power of choice), I cannot control the weather, but I’m always in a position of having to deal with it anyway. So, Todd and I grabbed our biggest, best umbrellas out of the car, and sent Lindsay out to what was hopefully the driest outdoor spot on the grounds to wait for Brad. It was pouring. Cats and dogs pouring. But the second they saw each other, you would have never known. I’m sure they will never forget it either.

The rest of the day was thankfully much drier! They enjoyed a beautiful ceremony and a lively reception all at Weaver Ridge Golf Club. The two maids of honor gave fantastic speeches, and we were so fortunate to have Jason (our new cinematographer- see post below) there to capture it for them.

Congratulations to Bradley and Lindsay! Thanks for being such good sports about the weather, and for including us in your day!

Venue:	Weaver Ridge Golf Club
Florist:	Beck’s Florist
Cake Artist:	Barb Evans, Wedding Cake Connection

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Introducing Reichman Films {peoria wedding photographer & cinematographer}

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

We are pleased and proud to announce the addition of Jason Link and Reichman Films to our offerings here at Reichman Photography. Todd and I photographed the wedding of Jason and the love of his life, Erin, last June, and we all hit it off so well- we didn’t want it to end. When they announced their plans to move back to the area from Chicago, and Jason was looking for work (having a background in multi-media and all sorts of creative things, he was concerned about finding a good fit in Central IL), we decided he would be the perfect addition to our team. And so, we began a new adventure for Reichman Photography into the world of film and multimedia.

Having spent the last six years photographing scores of weddings, we completely believe in the power of a still image to portray the spirit of a relationship and to tell the story of the wedding day. For a long time, I thought that was all you would need to remember the day. I admit that I scoffed at the idea of a videographer for my own wedding. But the longer I do this, the more I realize that there are some aspects of the day- especially those things that people say to each other only on such a momentous occasion as a wedding day- that the still image cannot fully capture. Sometimes what is said is incredibly touching- sometimes it is downright hilarious. In fact, Jason’s own wedding is a prime example of how the still image completely captures the spirit of the moment) Jason is the poor, unsuspecting groom on the left)…

but all that were present that day completely agree that having the speech that preceded this moment on film would be even more priceless. And so, with Jason on our team, we set out to find a way to create wedding films with the same sensibility as we approach photographing a wedding day- being as unobtrusive as possible, allowing the day to unfold naturally, and, most importantly, crafting the story through skilled, insightful cinematography and editing.

And so, Reichman Films was born. Jason is now accepting commissions for 2011 and select 2010 dates. Reichman Photography and Films now offers both single media (your choice of photography or cinematography) or dual-media coverage. Please inquire to the studio for more information.

And now, the on-line premiere of Lindsay and Brad’s Wedding Day Short Film:

Lindsay+Brad | Wedding Day Edit from Reichman Film on Vimeo.

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Robyn and Joel’s wedding featured in Atlantan Brides Magazine!

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

We were thrilled to learn that Robyn and Joel’s exquisite October wedding at the Hotel Intercontinental Atlanta Buckhead and coordinated by Magnolia Events, was a featured Scene wedding in the current issue of Atlantan Brides magazine. Check it out on page 96!

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Nate and Katie – 06.05.2010 – Five Points Washington {peoria wedding photographer}

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

As far as weather goes, this summer has been the craziest wedding season we have ever had! And I think Nate and Katie win the prize for the most dramatic weather conditions- it was the first time we have ever experienced the reception being paused to take cover for a tornado in the immediate area. Luckily, everyone was safe, and we enjoyed must more pleasant weather earlier in the day. And I think Nate and Katie were far to busy having fun and loving every moment of their time together and with their loved ones to even let it phase them!

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Mathew and Kaitlyn – 05.30.2010 – Taylor, MO {quincy wedding photographer}

Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Matt and Kaitlyn were married on one of the rare gorgeous weekends we have had this summer in Taylor, MO. I loved Kaitlyn’s purple color theme and vintage style- we were even lucky enough to stumble on a field full of purple flowers, even if it induced an allergy attack from several involved! I think it was worth it!