C STUDIOS BLOG http://cstudiosblog.com/ C STUDIOS | Columbus, Ohio Wedding, Engagement and Portrait Photography en Copyright 2012 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 14:24:44 -0500 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS USHOOT-Logo.jpg"I've been thinking a lot about giving back and I came up with an idea for a free photography workshop...and I want you to be a part of it." 

And so began my journey with Sara Knight and the USHOOT Photography Workshops.  I adored Sara's idea from the first moment she mentioned it and have fallen even more in love with the idea as the project has come to life.  Over the next year, we will host a monthly workshop taught by Sara, myself and two other local photographers.  Each of us will share our strongest skills to help you better understand everything from shutter speeds and aperture, to lighting, composition and basic Photoshop skills.

The very best part about the workshop? It's totally free. That's right. FREE.

We're just a friendly, fun-loving group of photographers who care deeply about what we do, have lots of photography knowledge and want to help you create more beautiful images of the moments in your life.  Take a peek at our USHOOT Blog to learn more about upcoming workshops, register for a class, meet the instructors, and find out what we are all about. 

The first workshop will be held on Wednesday, January 25th at 7 PM.  Please note that due to the size of the studio space, classes will be limited - so please be sure to register if you would like to attend!  I hope to see you there!


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]]> http://cstudiosblog.com/2012/01/ushoot_photography_workshop.html http://cstudiosblog.com/2012/01/ushoot_photography_workshop.html EVENTS MY STUDIO Amanda McKinley Photography C STUDIOS Columbus Free Photography Workshop Keels Photography Ohio Open Image Studio Studio K Photography USHOOT Photography Workshops Mon, 02 Jan 2012 14:24:44 -0500 Eternally Grateful I breathe.     I look around, heart fluttering...how did I get here so quickly?  I travel a great distance from April to November...rowing constantly, moving forward until Spring exists only as a glimmer on the opposite shore.  The gradual slowing of the season and the universal spirit of gratitude prompt me to pause, put down the oars and reflect.

Looking back over this entire year of weddings, engagements and portraiture...it seems as if the images were spirited into existence.  How could so much be created in such a short time? 

The simple answer is...you.

You brought joy and honesty, tender moments and fits of laughter, spontaneous hugs and knowing glances.  You brought gentle kisses and comfort, promises and hope.  You brought trust and kindness, friendship, compassion and love. 

You spirited these images into existence...called them into being.  You opened your hearts and lives to me, you revealed what you love most in the world so that I could document it...and for that I am eternally grateful.

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]]> http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/11/giving_thanks.html http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/11/giving_thanks.html MY STUDIO Amy Carruthers C STUDIOS Columbus Ohio Photographer Columbus Ohio Wedding Photography Whetstone Park of Roses Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:50:48 -0500 THE MULLINS FAMILY | PORTRAIT If I was a flower growing wild and free
All I'd want is you to be my sweet honey bee.
And if I was a tree growing tall and green
All I'd want is you to shade me and be my leaves.
 
BARRY LOUIS POLISAR
All I Want is You

Even when this family of six wandered off to explore their independence...they were somehow still together.  Then again, when four siblings are all under the age of five, they are inextricably bound together by familiarity and nearness, and the comfort of each other's presence.  But there was more to this family than togetherness...there was kindness, curiosity, exploration, love, thoughtfulness, learning and laughter.

Just before we met for their session, Liga sent me a note that read, "It means the world to us to capture this time with our little ones.  Our days are so full of joy, laughter, learning, and messes these days!".  I adore that their lives are in a state of beautiful chaos and that they are loving every minute of it.  This time in their family life is special and they know it.  Their children will never be this small again, and I loved how Liga and Ryan let time slow down for just a little while, stood back, observed and committed it all to memory...gently tucking these moments away into a special place that only exists in the hearts of parents.

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GOWNS & JEWELRY | Big Rock Little Rooster
MAKEUP | BeautiMarked by Kelli
HAIR | Cut Color Style
FLOWERS | Flowers on Orchard Lane
HATS | Granville Millinery
SHOOT COORDINATION | Bliss Wedding and Event Design

]]> http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/09/big_rock_little_rooster_romona_keveza.html http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/09/big_rock_little_rooster_romona_keveza.html VENDOR LOVE WEDDINGS BeautiMarked by Kelli Big Rock Little Rooster Bliss Wedding and Event Design C STUDIOS Columbus Ohio Wedding Photography Cut Color Style Flowers on Orchard Lane Granville Millinery Romona Keveza Wedding Style Thu, 29 Sep 2011 15:43:52 -0500 AUGUST 2011 columbus_ohio_wedding_portrait_engagement_photography_0811.jpg

]]> http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/09/august_2011.html http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/09/august_2011.html MONTHLY PREVIEWS BeautiMarked by Kelli Big Rock Little Rooster Blendon Woods Engagement Session Columbus Ohio Engagement Photography Columbus Ohio Portrait Photography Columbus Ohio Wedding Photography Cut Color Style Flowers on Orchard Lane Franklin Park Bridal Garden Franklin Park Wedding Granville Millinery Company Ohio Vintage Wedding Romona Keveza Gown Stan Hywet Reflection Pond Stan Hywet Wedding Sat, 03 Sep 2011 16:18:43 -0500 CHANGES and short.  As we moved everything out that afternoon, it felt as if we had just moved in - but then, so much has happened over those three years that I feel like a completely transformed artist and business owner.

It has been a lovely adventure sharing a space with Kasey over the past several years, and I look forward to continuing to grow our friendship and businesses together as we transition into this new journey.  Right now Kasey is in the process of setting up a pretty little studio downtown on East Main Street, and I will be meeting out of the new space as soon as it is completed.

As sad as it is leaving the cozy familiarity of our Short North space...I must admit I'm quite delighted about the idea of a fresh start.  A new space, new artwork, new inspirations, new adventures...it's going to be lots of fun.


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]]> http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/07/june_2011.html http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/07/june_2011.html MONTHLY PREVIEWS Columbus Ohio Engagement Photography Columbus Ohio Portrait Photography Columbus Ohio Wedding Photography Franklin Park Conservatory Inniswood Metro Garden Ohio Vintage Photography Park of Roses The Venue at Smith Brothers Thu, 28 Jul 2011 20:20:02 -0500 ALICE + BLAKE | ENGAGED that very block of Vine Street. 

It was quite sweet documenting the very beginning of their life together in this new place.  I loved thinking about how familiar these buildings and streets and parking lots will be to them over time, and how much these images will mean to them if they ever choose to move on from this neighborhood.  What I love most about documenting weddings and engagements is that they are a new beginning...all of the couple's joy and hope and imagination are unfurled before them in this one, fleeting moment of life.  And this was one of the most complete beginnings I have ever photographed...an about-to-be newlywed couple, a first home, an old neighborhood and a new relationship transitioning into something special, something bigger than itself and full of so much promise.

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]]> http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/06/alice_blake_engaged.html http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/06/alice_blake_engaged.html ENGAGEMENTS Cincinnati Ohio Engagement Photography Cincinnati Ohio Photographer Over the Rhine Urban Engagement Photography Wed, 22 Jun 2011 09:40:36 -0500 KATIE + AARON | ENGAGED Joy is not in things, it is in us.

RICHARD WAGNER


Katie is one of the most joyful people I know.  She seeks out the positive in every moment of her life, effortlessly exudes happiness and shares her bubbling laughter quickly and easily.  She is delightfully transparent in her happiness, confidence and love.  When I first met Katie, Aaron was not able to join her...so I only observed one half of their love story.  What I immediately recognized after seeing them together was that their love and joy is an overflowing cup, one they constantly pour back and forth to one another.  It is absolutely true that you get what you give...and it's so very clear that their relationship is bound together by perfect reciprocal love, kindness and joy.

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]]> http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/06/katie_aaron_engaged.html http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/06/katie_aaron_engaged.html ENGAGEMENTS Amy Carruthers C STUDIOS Downtown Columbus Engagement Session Urban Ohio Engagement Photography Vintage Engagement Session Tue, 21 Jun 2011 09:10:56 -0500 LINDA + RAUL | ENGAGED imagine the immense amount of energy, love and emotion they will bring to their wedding day...


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]]> http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/05/the_liening_family_portrait.html http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/05/the_liening_family_portrait.html PORTRAITS Columbus Ohio Family Portrait Columbus Ohio Photography Vintage Portrait Photography Sun, 22 May 2011 10:13:14 -0500 SARAH + NICK | MARRIED
I shared several energetic conversations with Sarah and Nick before their wedding, and welcomed the excited emails about Sarah's custom gown design which was handmade from her mom's wedding dress fabric, the chic, vintage floral designs created by one of Sarah's close friends, the local inspirations from their childhood hometowns, and the personal mementos of their relationship.  I adored that their friends and family participated intimately in their wedding day...with the sharing of poems, Polish traditions, singing and playing of instruments.  Throughout the day, I had the distinct feeling that every guest had somehow played a part in bringing their wedding day to life...whether through their artistry, time, talent or just simply, their love and goodwill toward the blissful newlyweds.


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]]> http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/05/sarah_nick_married.html http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/05/sarah_nick_married.html WEDDINGS C STUDIOS Cameron Mitchell Catering DIY Ohio Wedding DIY Wedding Handmade Wedding Ohio Wedding Photographer Pistacia Vera Smith Brothers Warehouse Smith Brothers Wedding The Venue at Smith Brothers Vintage Photography Vintage Wedding Thu, 05 May 2011 15:20:11 -0500 C STUDIOS FEATURED ON STYLE ME PRETTY smplogo2.jpg
I'm absolutely floating!!  I've been featured on Style Me Pretty!  Several weeks ago, I partnered with Kasey of Bliss Wedding and Event Design to bring to life the Modern Clementine style board for their Inspiration to Reality series.  We had so much fun designing this fresh vision of a chic 1960's wedding soiree.  I hope you enjoy seeing it as much as we enjoyed creating it!

 
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Design: Bliss Wedding & Event Design / Photography: C STUDIOS / Cinematography: Studio Z Films / Location: Bryn Du Mansion / Flowers: Flowers on Orchard Lane / Linens: La Tavola Linen / Rentals: Event Source / Hair: Goode Hair / Makeup: BeautiMarked by Kelli / Hair Accessories: Big Rock Little Rooster / Wedding Gowns: La Jeune Mariee Bridal Boutique / Tuxedo: Romanoff's Classic Tuxedo / Paper: Merriment Design / Cake, Snowball Cookies & Cake Truffles: Jan Kish / Mini Cupcakes & Marshmallow Clouds: Cupcake Yum.Yum / Macarons & Pate de Fruit: Pistacia Vera / Buttery Shortbread Cookies: Queen City Cookies

]]> http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/05/c_studios_featured_on_style_me_pretty.html http://cstudiosblog.com/2011/05/c_studios_featured_on_style_me_pretty.html AS SEEN IN 60's Wedding Inspiration Design: Bliss Wedding & Event Design / Photography: C STUDIOS / Cinematography: Studio Z Films / Location: Bryn Du Mansion / Flowers: Flowers on Orchard Lane / Linens: La Tavola Linen / Rentals: Event Source / Hair: Goode Hair / Makeup: BeautiMarked by Ke Inspiration to Reality Mod Wedding Retro Wedding Design Snowball Cookies & Cake Truffles: Jan Kish / Mini Cupcakes & Marshmallow Clouds: Cupcake Yum.Yum / Macarons & Pate de Fruit: Pistacia Vera / Buttery Shortbread Cookies: Queen City Cookies Vintage Wedding Design Sun, 01 May 2011 13:49:57 -0500 AMANDA + MATT | MARRIED There are places I remember
All my life though some have changed
Some forever, not for better
Some have gone and some remain

All these places have their moments
With lovers and friends I still can recall
Some are dead and some are living
In my life I've loved them all

But of all these friends and lovers
There is no one compares with you
And these memories lose their meaning
When I think of love as something new

Though I know I'll never lose affection
For people and things that went before
I know I'll often stop and think about them
In my life I love you more

THE BEATLES
In My Life


Amanda and Matt chose this song to be read as a poem during their ceremony.  I honestly can't think of a more perfect vow of love than these words.  This song instantly conjures the spirit of life, by weaving together the past and future into the present moment.  This certainly was a day of celebrating not only how they were lead to that very moment...but also looking forward to where that moment will lead.  It was clear that this circle of family and friends were closely threaded together, that their stories and lives intertwined in tiny and complex ways, and that Amanda and Matt were eagerly welcomed into each others' families with great joy.

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