Last month we had the pleasure of photographing Ed and Jonie’s engagement session here in Las Vegas. What a sweet couple! They were full of energy and laughter – and check out those red shoes! It was so much fun to work with both of them and I truly enjoyed capturing their small moments of intimacy. It was sweet to see the way Ed’s face lit up every time he saw Jonie smile.

We first talked to this awesome California couple back in April of last year – almost a full year before their Las Vegas destination wedding on April 2, 2011. Time has flown by at an incredible pace and now their big day is quickly approaching in just over a month.

Our clients constantly tell us how astonished they are when 12+ months of wedding planning draws near an end.  Most of the time, it’s a relief once all the major decisions have been made and the excitement of the wedding day begins to set in. We try to offer any guidance we can to help make your planning process as stress-free as possible.

We were glad that Ed and Jonie decided to book early, especially since April is such a busy month for weddings. As it turns out, their date was a popular one and we recently had several requests to photograph weddings on that day. We never like to turn a prospective client down, so our bit of advice is to shop early. That way you’ll have your pick of the best wedding venue, photographer, videographer, DJ, florist, and other vendors.

We look forward to working with Jonie and Ed again at the JW Marriott in Summerlin. We’ll be in great company alongside Memory Lane Video, Sound Fusion Entertainment, and Naakiti Floral Design. It’s going to be a grand event!

As is the case with many blogs, we are a bit behind. Now we’re catching up on posting some of the photos that we haven’t gotten around to blogging yet. Here are a few from Holly and Jeff’s rehearsal dinner at the Foundation Room at Mandalay Bay. What an amazing view!

For those who don’t know, the House of Blues Foundation Room is one of the most exclusive clubs in Las Vegas located 43 floors up on top of the Mandalay Bay. There is an outdoor balcony with a fantastic view of the Las Vegas Strip and the eastern valley. A wedding photographer can have a lot of fun shooting here! The setting is elegant and the menu consists of rich and exotic cuisines. The Foundation Room offers a variety of private rooms and are available for wedding rehearsal dinners and private parties.

We posted Kate and Matt’s wedding photos at the JW Marriott in Summerlin not too long ago. We are just now getting around to blogging their incredible engagement photos at the Las Vegas Neon Boneyard.

The Boneyard is one the the most popular places in Las Vegas for wedding and engagement photography. We have had so many brides request to do their photos at the Boneyard, so we thought we would share a few things you should know about shooting at the museum:

- The museum requires a fee to use their space for photography
- Reservations must be made in advance
- The kind folks at the Boneyard will warn you not to sit or climb on any of the signs
- Although the ground is perfectly level and safe, there may glass on the ground from broken signs, so take extra precaution when walking around

Many couples have already booked us to shoot their wedding photography at this iconic Las Vegas location – if you are interested in scheduling a shoot at this unique location, give us a call.

Anthem Country Club sits on a hill surrounded by mountains in the upscale community of Anthem. The main dining room has beautiful glass windows and a private balcony with a panoramic view of the Las Vegas strip. With its incredible views, impeccable service, and multiple ceremony locations to choose from, the country club is a perfect place to exchange vows and an even better place for photography.

Sonia and Gregg had a beautiful wedding at Anthem Country Club in Las Vegas. We were thrilled when they asked us to be their wedding photographer because we love shooting there. You would never know it, but Las Vegas has so many elegant venues that are completely different from what most people picture when they think of a Vegas wedding.

The groom also works at Marisha Floral & Event Design, so it’s no surprise that every detail of the wedding looked absolutely stunning. The amazing cake, centerpieces and table setting combined with an incredible view of the Strip set the scene for a romantic and unforgettable evening. The bride and groom had a wonderful time celebrating with their family, friends, and loved ones. When they saw their photos they couldn’t have been happier. Sonia told us how the entire day was such a whirlwind and that they were so glad to have such amazing photos to remember their wedding day. Sonia and Gregg, thanks for your patience, kindness, and a fantastic time.

If you are looking for a unique venue for your Las Vegas wedding, check out Anthem Country Club’s complimentary open house next week on Saturday, January 29, 2011. John Morris Photography will be there to answer your questions regarding photography for your wedding. Click here for details. We hope to see you there!

Here is a sneak peek of our latest shoot last week with Daniela and John, two wonderful people and a stunning couple. They came to Las Vegas all the way from Switzerland for a private wedding ceremony and wanted a photographer to capture some unique photos while they were in town. We  decided to do a “Trash the Dress” session the day after their wedding. The photos came out amazing and we had so much fun with it.

Check back soon for more of our latest work, and more photos from this awesome shoot!

Photos from Kate and Matt’s wedding at the beautiful lodge at JW Marriott in Summerlin. It was a beautiful day and they are a gorgeous couple! I had such a nice time working them both of them as well as their families. The stunning floral design by Julie Reed truly transformed the area to fit the bride and groom’s style. I loved the way everything was meticulously put together by Julie and her team.

The couple had a fantastic band performing at their outdoor reception as they danced the night away. Everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves and having a grand old time!

I have yet to post photos from Kate and Matt’s engagement session at the Neon Boneyard so keep an eye out for those to be posted soon!

Had a great time shooting Angie and Rob’s engagement session despite the cold weather and rain. I have to say, they were troopers about it and the photos look phenomenal! This time of year the light changes fast with the sun setting around 4:30 p.m. It was a challenge because we had to move quickly and there was little time to capture each shot before the light changed. I ended up using a multiple light setup towards the end of the shoot to create the desired look. The up side of gloomy weather is that we were able to create very unique, dramatic images.

Angie and Rob were laid back and so easy to work with. Rob is a poker player so we thought it would be fun to incorporate his love of poker into the shoot. It turned out to be one of my personal favorites. I always enjoy incorporating something personal about the couple during these sessions as it makes for creative and interesting engagement photos. In this case, the poker theme was perfect and helped set their shoot apart from others.

They have been putting a lot of effort into planning their April wedding at Aliante Station and I am excited about capturing the events of their wedding day next spring.

Amanda and Trent tied the knot a few weeks ago on September 12, 2010. Their wedding took place at Canyon Gate Country Club – a beautiful golf course venue surrounded by breathtaking views of the mountains. They exchanged vows on the balcony overlooking the golf course lake. The lighting was nice and vibrant from just about every angle and we created so many amazing photographs during just the ceremony alone.

The ceremony was followed by a relaxing cocktail hour where their guests got acquainted while the couple took a small moment for themselves. The reception was held afterward in the Grand Ballroom at Canyon Gate – an amazing glass-encased ballroom with views of Red Rock. As you can see, it’s a perfect setup for photography.

The party consisted of plenty of food, fun, and exceptional speeches from the best man and maid of honor. The day couldn’t have been more perfect. Amanda and Trent are wonderful couple and definitely seem to be made for each other.

I enjoyed working with the couple and their family as well as the staff of Canyon Gate. It was truly a pleasure to be the photographer for their wedding. Amanda and Trent, thanks for sharing your day with us – we hope you enjoy your time as newlyweds!

Last month we were asked to shoot a promo spread for Las Vegas Bride magazine. We were thrilled to be a part of the production and had a great time working with all the other vendors involved. The photos turned out amazing and the producers at the magazine were ecstatic about our work.

Our photos have been featured as a four page spread in the October 2010 issue of Las Vegas Bride. Be sure to check out the latest issue. If you haven’t had a chance to pick one up, just visit LasVegasBride.com and register for a free copy of the magazine.

The model in the photo is Nove Izkovich, daughter of our fellow advertiser I Do Diamonds & The Perfect Princess Cut. Her hair and makeup was done by Stevee Danielle Hair and Makeup of Las Vegas. The beautiful floral bouquets were provided by Flora Couture by Floral 2000 and the bridal gown was provided by Bella Bridesmaid. The photo shoot took place at Lakeside Weddings & Events, an intimate setting with beautiful views of the lake.

On the day of the scheduled shoot, the weather was cloudy and overcast. It even rained for a few minutes and we considered scheduling a reshoot. Luckily, we decided to stick it out and make it work. The goal was to capture some beautiful images using natural daylight. However, since it was overcast, we had to improvise by using a two light setup to create a soft, natural glow. Everything turned out even better than planned. Nove’s father later approached us to say how much they loved the images. We’re pretty happy with them too.

Here’s part II of James and Danielle’s fabulous engagement session. Be sure to check out their kick-ass slide show.

Originally, we had planned on shooting at the Neon Boneyard, but as it turns out, the Boneyard is closed for the summer. After discussing several options, we arranged to shoot at an old rustic town in Las Vegas. Then we ended up rescheduling because the winds picked up to about 30-40 mph, not an ideal environment for shooting out in the middle of the desert. Despite all that, everything worked out perfectly and we had an amazing time during the photo shoot as you can tell from these killer images!

When we finally met up for the shoot, the soon-to-be bride and groom were excited about getting started and game for just about anything. I was able to capture so much of their personality and attitude in addition to creating some very different, unique engagement photos – including “Escape from the Plane Crash” and “Making a New Home in the Desert”.

They put together an awesome mix CD titled “Danielle & James Greatest Hits” and used one of the engagement photos on the cover – how cool is that? The playlist consists of fun and classic tunes from artists including Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, and Billie Holiday.

These two are certainly a couple of characters and the kind of people we love to work with. Thanks for keeping me laughing guys. I am really looking forward to making more creative, beautiful and quirky photos at their vintage themed wedding next week.