Beautiful Expressions Photography Blog http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org Blog Sat, 01 Jan 2011 11:06:40 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 2010 IN REVIEW | ENGAGEMENT | WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/2010-in-review-engagement-wedding-photographer/ http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/2010-in-review-engagement-wedding-photographer/#comments Fri, 31 Dec 2010 17:38:58 +0000 admin http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/?p=596 HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!  AND  welcome to a series of images in review 2010.

This has really been an amazing year for us. We have met so many wonderful people and I have had a chance to share in some of the most important days of their lives.  Photographing couples in love is such a joy!   Not only do we get an opportunity to get to know one another in a more personal way, we have such a good time laughing and playing as the camera is snapping away.  I can’t express how much I cherish this time with them.  It is one of the highlights of my year!

I love everyone of these couples and so thankful to know them!

I was so hard to just pick one photo to share with you but here is a peek back in time.

Watch for future posts for weddings and seniors, coming soon!

xoxoxoxoox Nancy

ALSO……. CHECK OUT THIS NEW VIDEO    Engagements 2010

]]> http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/2010-in-review-engagement-wedding-photographer/feed/ 1 Nancy Balogh | Life Style Photographer http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/nancy-balogh-life-style-photographer/ http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/nancy-balogh-life-style-photographer/#comments Tue, 07 Dec 2010 14:30:39 +0000 admin http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/?p=574 Merry Christmas my friends!!  If you have come to visit here in the past few months you would have noticed that the blogging came to an abrupt halt!  So sorry for that!   I am blessed to have had a major growth spurt in the last few months and have been working hard to keep everything going smoothly.

I wanted to wish you all a Merry Christmas and encourage you to visit my FB page Beautiful Expressions Photography as I post new photos on a regular basis.  I hope to have more time to blog in the near future :)

Merry Christmas and many blessings are wished for you and your family!!

Nancy

]]> http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/nancy-balogh-life-style-photographer/feed/ 0 Haley’s Senior Portraits | VA HS Senior Photographer http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/haleys-senior-portraits-va-hs-senior-photogrpaher/ http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/haleys-senior-portraits-va-hs-senior-photogrpaher/#comments Wed, 15 Sep 2010 21:23:30 +0000 admin http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/?p=559 Haley loves horses and has been riding for quite some time.  She really wanted to have her senior session at the farm where her  horses are kept.  Animals can be challenging to photograph and you must have a lot of patience but it is well worth it!  She really did an amazing job and I love all her cowgirl boots!  Here are just a few Sneak Peeks!  Haley, you rocked it girl!!

]]> http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/haleys-senior-portraits-va-hs-senior-photogrpaher/feed/ 0 Hayley’s Sweet 16 | HS Senior Portrait Photographer http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/hayleys-sweet-16-hs-senior-portrait-photographer/ http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/hayleys-sweet-16-hs-senior-portrait-photographer/#comments Wed, 15 Sep 2010 20:55:01 +0000 admin http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/?p=547 It was Hayley’s big birthday… Sweet 16!! Her Mother really wanted it not only be special but also memorable so she asked if I could take photos for them. I was delighted!! I met up with the limo at the train station. Out popped Hayley and 10 of her closest friends. They were a fun group and I am so glad I got to be a part of her special day and provide photos for her to remember this time for a lifetime.

Here are just a few :D

Nancy

]]> http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/hayleys-sweet-16-hs-senior-portrait-photographer/feed/ 2 New lenses to add to our collection | Wedding Photographer http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/new-lenses-to-add-to-our-collection-wedding-photographer/ http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/new-lenses-to-add-to-our-collection-wedding-photographer/#comments Wed, 15 Sep 2010 20:22:51 +0000 admin http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/?p=532 We are excited to announce that we have expanded our camera and lens collections to include a Nikon D3s as well as several new creative lenses!  This brings my personal collection to 3 camera bodies, 5 go-to lenses and a few extra for back up.

Since I am creative at heart, it is always fun to have something in hand that really performs well with the ability to capture events in a new and exciting way.

This photo and the one of my cat were taken with a Nikkor 105mm 2.8 micro lens.  I have also included a few shots taken buy our team at a recent wedding. I love the sharp imagery yet milky smooth backgrounds. These lenses do not disappoint!

Cheers,

Nancy






]]> http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/new-lenses-to-add-to-our-collection-wedding-photographer/feed/ 0 Kristin and Troy | Virginia Wedding Photographer http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/kristin-and-troy-virginia-wedding-photographer/ http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/kristin-and-troy-virginia-wedding-photographer/#comments Thu, 08 Jul 2010 17:46:20 +0000 admin http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/?p=517 I really do fall in love with my couples and Kristin and Troy are no exception!  When Kristin and I first talked on the phone and she started to tell me about her fairy tale wedding I couldn’t have been more excited to be a small part of it and it was amazing!!!  What a great friendship has evolved and I have to say I just adore them both! Tina, Kristin’s Mom, was wonderful too and I look forward to my invitation to relax with her in her beautiful garden by her fish pond…. I can hear it calling my name already!

For this wedding my team consisted of myself (Nancy) , Sarah Kittredge and Melody Gillikin. With 3 and sometimes even 4 photographers on hand there isn’t much that slips by us.  I was so thankful to have them. Personally, even though we end up with zillions of photos, I love being surrounded with a team of talented creative minds.  It’s so much fun!

The DJ was Gerry Bradshaw (DJgerry.com) and boy did he have a ton of crazy  props for everyone to have fun with.  One prop was “Michael Jackson” .  You will see 3 girls having a blast in their hats and sunglasses! He definitely kept the crowd rockin all night long!

Kristin and Troy, I can’t wait to relive your wedding by  creating your album.  What a special day and what a special couple you are!!  Love you both! xoxoxo Nancy

]]> http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/kristin-and-troy-virginia-wedding-photographer/feed/ 0 Kristin and Troy | Fredericksburg Wedding photographer http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/kristin-and-troy-fredericksburg-wedding-photographer/ http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/kristin-and-troy-fredericksburg-wedding-photographer/#comments Thu, 08 Jul 2010 15:49:11 +0000 admin http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/?p=508 How thankful I am that a good friend and amazing hair stylist Tanya Nozak, Outlooks for Hair,  mentioned my name to Kristin when she was getting her hair done.  She and Troy had been searching for just the right photographer for their wedding and I felt so privileged that they chose us!

I don’t know if she realizes it or not but one of the greatest compliments I have ever received was at their wedding when Kristin introduced me as her photographer and then corrected herself and said “my friend Nancy” !  My heart just melted when she said that!!

They wanted to do their engagement photos on family property and boy was I in for a treat!!  Not only were they amazing fun to be with we had great scenery and wonderful old rusty trucks… lot’s of eye candy – I call it.

Here are a few photos of our time together.  Wedding post coming soon!  Don’t forget to “like” us on FB (Beautiful Expressions Photography) and keep up with the latest postings.

]]> http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/kristin-and-troy-fredericksburg-wedding-photographer/feed/ 2 Arlene and Robert | VA Engagement Photographer http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/arlene-and-robert-va-engagement-photographer/ http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/arlene-and-robert-va-engagement-photographer/#comments Fri, 04 Jun 2010 19:24:55 +0000 admin http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/?p=486 How thankful I am to had the privilege of meeting Arlene and her soon to be husband Robert!   I have fallen in love with them!  Arlene and I have already had many chats together and even a shopping trip to purchase flowers for her bouquet. I made one for the engagement shoot – I used to work as a floral designer back in the day. Robert is just as sweet as can be and they are soooooo adorable together!

Robert has a rad car, as you will see, and I thought it was a great idea when Arlene suggested we use it in the shoot.

Back behind my home is a huge field and a farm.  We were graciously given permission to shoot around the old barns. I L.O.V.E. old barns and buildings!

We really did spend most of the time laughing… oh and taking pictures! We had a really great time!!

Arlene and Robert, I love you guys!!!

Hope you enjoy!

]]> http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/arlene-and-robert-va-engagement-photographer/feed/ 0 Leesburg Style Shoot | Leesburg VA Photographer http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/leesburg-style-shoot-leesburg-va-photographer/ http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/leesburg-style-shoot-leesburg-va-photographer/#comments Fri, 28 May 2010 19:36:30 +0000 admin http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/?p=457 Even though it’s a busy season for photography, I always try to take advantage of opportunities to shoot. It’s a lot of fun and you get to meet  amazing photographers.  Style Shoots are when models and props are brought in and put together in creative ways.  We go from station to station working with the models props and create  poses.  It’s always a blast.  Some of the models are professional and some are just couples that are willing to come out and have a little fun.  Here are a few for now.

Many thanks to Lindsey Bledsoe for all her hard work in putting this together.
All Hair Credit: Paul Mitchell School Tyson’s Corner
Cupcake Credit: Courtney Weeks - http://www.flickr.com/photos/courtneylynweeks
Bryanne Makeup Art:  Arianna Uria – Link
Stacy Makeup Art: Arianna Uria –  Link
Christine Makeup Art: Tracie Rosales – http://www.tracierosales.com/
Necklace: http://www.etsy.com/shop/pinkingedgedesigns
Earrings: http://www.etsy.com/shop/anjvan
Alison Makeup Art: Tracie Rosales - http://www.tracierosales.com/
Annie Makeup Art: Melissa Ervin - http://www.themakeupchick.com
Liz Makeup Art: Melissa Ervin - http://www.themakeupchick.com
Kenice Makeup Art: Melissa Ervin – http://www.themakeupchick.com
Necklace: http://www.etsy.com/shop/RachelleD

]]> http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/leesburg-style-shoot-leesburg-va-photographer/feed/ 0 Michelle and Josh II | Be Blessed | VA Maternity Photographer http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/michelle-and-josh-ii-be-blessed-va-maternity-photogrpaher/ http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/michelle-and-josh-ii-be-blessed-va-maternity-photogrpaher/#comments Wed, 26 May 2010 02:15:50 +0000 admin http://beautifulexpressionsphotography.org/?p=449 Part II “Sneak Peek” is here!!  If you didn’t get a chance to see their previous post please do!!  Michelle and Josh are so awesome!  They are expecting their first little girl and they are crazy about each other.  As you will see we got a little crazy with the shoot too!   This was too much fun.  More later so check back.

Michelle and Josh… you guys rock!!

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