What do you do when you have 3 computers but only one set of speakers?  You could buy an inexpensive mixer but what fun is that when you can make your own?  All you need is

• about $5 electronics parts from radioshack
• an Altoids box (curiously strong?)
• and a soldering iron.  (Mary got me this one for Christmas to satisfy my inner-geek)
  

Here's the schematic just in case you have a hankerin' to sling some melted lead!

Keep those tunes pumpin'!

~Sam

Here is a super fun session we did with Alania & Brett, mainly because they are so much fun themselves! They chose the outfits and allowed us to choose the location.  We knew they wanted a more urban feel to their engagement session -- and a little bit of graffiti couldn't hurt.  So, we took them out and had a blast!   We had a great time just talking about their relationship and upcoming wedding plans while they brought it on... 
 
We always are so blessed to meet the nicest people -- and Alania and Brett are no exception. Hanging out with them was like hanging out with old friends.  We love their chemistry and how supportive they are of each other despite all they have been through.

Here are some faves from their session:

Sam took this shot of me intently working...

Here is the shot from my camera:

A&B: It was totally worth getting up early!  Thanks for hanging out with us and keeping it cool. You two make it look too easy and we couldn't be happier to see you begin this next chapter together.

Lots'a lovin',
Mary ( & Sam)

Working from home has it's advantages, but sometimes it's good to step outside of the home office and soak in a new environment.  For us, that means packing up (no, we don't travel light anymore!) and head to the local coffee shop. It's a good chance to meet new friends, listen to good music, and have a hot drink --all the while working on stuff that we've been putting off. It's amazing all the small tasks that can be completed in a couple of hours. Of course, it makes them all the more fun and enjoyable.

This is us at Starbucks:
(Here I am fiercely concentrating... not sure where I inherited my furrowed brow! :)

Happy Tuesday!

Stephanie and Travis flew in from Boston and were married at Restaurant Ei8gteen in downtown Ottawa.  Their wedding was beautiful and elegant with Stephanie absolutely glowing as she prepared for her big day.  They celebrated in style with their closest family and friends with good food and dancing.  It was one of the hottest days, but that didn't stop them from having a great time! 

Here are some pics from their wedding.

Elizabeth from Flowers Talk did an amazing job in putting together an arrangement of white Cala Lilies for Steph's bouquet.

And we love the guys ties from Thomas Pink!

Of course,the bride had to have a 'little bit of pink' with shoes from Ann Taylor!

Kisses, anyone?

Location/Caterer: Restaurant Ei8hteen
Gown: Memories, by Maggie Sottero
Flowers: Flowers Talk
Cake: The Cake Shop
Music/DJ: Prime Time Entertainment

Congratulations, Steph & Travis!  Thank you for inviting us to be a part of your day and for treating us like one of your family and friends.  We will always remember the fun day and reception!  We hope you enjoyed your honeymoon in New Hampshire and have an amazing journey together!

Much love,
Sam and Mary

Hey, everyone!  We are so very excited to officially announce our **newly launched** Sam and Mary Photography blog and website.  It was time to update both with a fresh new look featuring larger images and a cleaner design. 

We have lots of wedding and engagements sessions which we will be posting in the coming weeks, so it will be an all new start to our blog!  As well, we will have to start over with all the comments as we were unable to move them over to this new blog along with the past year's posts.  Believe me, we tried! 

Thank you to all of you --our blog readers, friends (whether online or in person) and clients, who read and follow us here on our blog.  Thanks for the comments and words of encouragement you have left with us over the past few years.  It means a lot to us.  We are totally grateful for the chance to share our work and lives with all of you!

Thanks again for checking us out and while you're here, please let us know you've stopped in by leaving us a comment.  We'd love to hear from you, don't be shy!

Here's to happy bloggin'!
Sam and Mary