Client Love

I love it when I receive emails from satisfied clients. It's hard to know whether people appreciate their photos unless they send in some feedback. But even short emails like this really encourage me and let me know that I am doing what I'm called to do.

Amy and Brian sent this email to me a few days ago.



If you'd like to send in some feedback you can email us HERE.

Wedding and Portrait Photographers International Conference

I was in Las Vegas from Sunday through Thursday this week for the Wedding and Portrait Photographers International Conference. I attend this conference each year to gain new ideas and concepts for my photography and business as well as preview some of the newest products.

I had a wonderful time visiting with so many friends that I've known for a while as well as making new friends.

Autumn Burke


When I arrived on Sunday I met up with Autumn Burke who was the highest bidder for a private mentoring session with me. I'm so glad she was willing to donate some money towards Thirst Relief International for the auction. They recieved over $24,000 for the mentoring sessions and it's going to be amazing to see so many lives changed because of it. Thanks again to all of you who donated your money and time for this amazing cause!


I can't express how glad I am that I teamed up with Pictage a few years ago. They do such a wonderful job printing all of my images. At the conference their booth was setup as a place to gather and refresh with water and snacks while you can sit around and share with each other.

And of course there were plenty of parties to attend.

Jared, Bronson, Pepper & myself


Michael Costa


Tim Halberg


Mason Larsen


Cheryl, Regis


Jose Villa


Todd Watson, myself and David Jay


Shannon and Aimee


Thanks for another wonderful time!

More Bride Photos

Here are a few more photos from our session on the roof of the Platinum hotel in Las Vegas.

On My Way Home

On My Way Home
Originally uploaded by Jefferson Todd Pals.

I'm on my way back to Phoenix today. Home will be so quiet and calm.

For now I'm stuck in the never ending security line in the Vegas airport.

Roof Shots

Mike Larson was showing me how he works with lighting to get some great shots. Here are a couple of photos from the session on the roof.

Roof Shooting

Roof Shooting
Originally uploaded by Jefferson Todd Pals.

We're on the roof at the Platinum Hotel having some fun with a model.

Vegas Is Strange

Vegas Is Strange
Originally uploaded by Jefferson Todd Pals.

It's so strange to realize that I just stepped outside for the first time today at 11pm. It is a blast hanging out with so many great people though.

Out of the Office

Just to let you all know. I'll be out of the office all of next week to attend the Wedding and Portrait Photographers International conference in Las Vegas.

And I'll be busy photographing Kim and Jason's wedding next weekend. So feel free to contact my studio manager Heather if you need anything while I'm gone!

Band Photos

Thursday night I headed over to Sugar Daddy's to photograph The Shallow Type playing a set.
I don't normally photgraph bands so it was something fun and different. And before they went on stage I sat them down for a quick photo together.

Northwest Baggage Sucks

So here's the video of why Troy looked so pissed in the background of the last picture that I posted.



We arrived at 10:12pm on Monday and our bags didn't show up on the baggage carousel until 11pm. We also had two time on our trip where we sat on the plane for 15 minutes for someone to bring over the skybridge. But we'll blame that on Detroit since they're not so cool anyways. ;)

Phoenix

Phoenix
Originally uploaded by Jefferson Todd Pals.

After an ordeal with our baggage we're finally waiting for our ride.

I'll have a video online about why Troy looks so pissed in this photo.

Headed Home

Headed Home
Originally uploaded by Jefferson Todd Pals.

We just boarded out flight out of Detroit for Phoenix and we're waiting to take off.

Washington, D.C. - part 2

I've taken a ton of photos since Friday so here's a recap of what we've been up to.

Loved this Waffle Shop sign across from Ford's Theatre


Keeping warm with a Starbucks Chai


Snowing Friday night


Darren in the Metro with our train arriving


lol! Darren trying to warm up from the man hole steam


The Library of Congress ceilings are the most of amazing of any of the government buildings


Rainy and foggy after our Capitol tour


Changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier


Saturday, a fitting street to visit on St. Patrick's day


Hanging out in downtown Alexandria, VA


Troy, Dad, Darren after a great Spanish tapas dinner


Visiting Chinatown


Sunday:

Self Portrait of Jeffersons


Lincoln Memorial


Troy hangin' with Abe


Two national advisers (similar to congressmen as they described) from South Korea who asked to take a picture with me in front of the White House. Troy and Darren jumped in to join us while my dad snapped a photo. Now I have a new friend to call if I ever visit South Korea.

Thomas Jefferson

Thomas Jefferson
Originally uploaded by Jefferson Todd Pals.

We just visited the Jefferson memorial whom I am named after.

Kirstie + Steve in Scottsdale, AZ

Kirstie and Steve got married at Scottsdale Bible Church last Saturday on March 10th.

The rings


Kirstie lookign beautiful


Steve distracted in the elevator


All of the girls praying before the ceremony


Mr. & Mrs. Steve Eriksson!

Check out the slideshow here ---> Kirstie + Steve in Scottsdale, AZ

Lynette + Jon

Lynette and Jon were married last Friday on March 9th. I've known both of them for a few years now and its been so cool to see their relationship move from friendship into marriage. We all had a great time!

Lynette hanging out at the salon


Wow!


Jon is stoked to get hitched!


Together


WooHoo! Getting the party started on the trolley!

Check out the slideshow here ---> Lynette + Jon

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Originally uploaded by Jefferson Todd Pals.

May your home always be too small to hold all of your friends.

Getting to DC

I'm traveling with my father, brother Darren and friend Troy to DC this weekend. I've been here before but this will be a first for Darren and Troy.

We connected through Detroit on our red-eye flight leaving Phonenix at 10PM AZ time and arriving in DC at 8AM - Eastern. It was definitely a long night and I'm still recovering from it and all of the walking around on our first day here.

Me, Darren & Dad


6:10AM in Detroit as we wait to board our flight to DC


My current favorite Drink from Starbucks.
A Tall Soy No-Water Chai Tea Latte


Troy in Detroit


The old sign seen in M*A*S*H


It's been rainy and cold all day long.
Washington Monument


Darren hanging at the house across from Ford's Theater where Lincoln later died.


I do have more that I'll keep posting over the weekend. It started snowing tonight and I don't think I've seen snow coming down in over 10 years, it's soo exciting and much better then the wet rain.
later.

Photographers Unite!

Well at least for a good meal together...



My friend David Jay came into town and a few of us met up for mexican dinner together at Rancho Tia Rosa's in Gilbert.
In attendance were Marcus Hoffman, Todd O'Driscoll, Todd Watson, myself, Davide Greene, David Jay, Bruce Steffine and Aimee Cooper.

Body Worlds at the Arizona Science Center

Wow! Talk about an amazing exhibition showing the anatomy of human bodies. My grandfather and I went to view Body Worlds 3 today and we both left just amazed at how intricate our bodies are. You also realize just how fragile they are as well.

There are shows in Phonenix, Dallas and Chicago and I would highly recommend going.

Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C.
Originally uploaded by Jefferson Todd Pals.

I just arrived in Washington and its a bit rainy and definitely cooler than AZ but it'll be a nice change for the weekend.

Eric Clapton Live

Eric Clapton Live
Originally uploaded by Jefferson Todd Pals.

This guy is so amazing to see live!

And it was a great refresher after a two wedding weekend.

Eric Clapton

Eric Clapton
Originally uploaded by Jefferson Todd Pals.

I'm sitting in the US Airways arena with my dad as we wait for Eric Clapton to take the stage. I can't wait to hear him rock on his guitar.



Light just went out. Gotta go!

Thirst Relief Auction

This year at WPPI a bunch of photographers will be offering mentoring sessions and donating all the profits to Thirst Relief. Thirst Relief who was started by fellow photographers Jim and Lara Davis-Hicks is an organization who's goal is to provide humanitarian and disaster relief to those in need worldwide through the provision of safe, clean drinking water.

The mentoring sessions last year were the highlight of my trip. I can't wait to meet with whoever wins the bid this year. Last year I sat down with Brody Dezember, Kevin Meyers, Millie Holloman and Davina Fear for some great tips on consistent image branding and marketing.




***Click Here*** if you would like to bid on a 90 minute session with me, or here to check out the awesome list of photographers donating their time for this great cause.

And I forgot to post this earlier so there is only a day or two left to bid.

Rock on! I can't wait to see who I get to meet with!

Kristin and Jeremy Engagement

This afternoon I met up with Kristin and Jeremy to take some engagement photos. We headed out to Fountain Hills, AZ where the largest fountain in the world is located.








I met Jeremy at the coffee shop that I frequent a few miles from my studio. He and Kristin spend a lot of their time hanging out at the coffee shop together so I thought it was only fitting to take some photos of them over at Goldbar doing their usual thing.

Working on crosswords together

Amy + Brian at Tuscany Falls

Amy and Brian held their wedding in the beautiful Tuscany Falls Clubhouse at Pebble Creek Resort Community.

Amy at Salon Estique with all of her girls.


A beautiful dress


Spending some time together


One of my favs!


Brian excited to see his bride again as she comes down the aisle


Fun times in the ceremony


A few minutes to rest after the ceremony


What a beautiful day!

Check out the slideshow here ---> Amy + Brian at Tuscany Falls

Rehearsal with Amy and Brian

Amy and Brian ready a crazy day.


Friday afternoon I headed out to Amy and Brian's wedding rehearsal and dinner. It was great seeing the bride's family again. I felt right at home with everyone since I shot her older sister Carrie's wedding just two months ago.

Carrie and Brandon are loving married life!

March Newsletter

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