SANTA PHOTOS

Toni and I had a great time last week creating photos (memories) for the children at the Roper YMCA.

I don't normally do Santa Photos but when the YMCA ask us to donate our time and photos for kids we both immediately said yes.

It was really fun working with Santa and his assistant Peppermint. They made things very easy for me to capture authentic expressions of the children. My kids are teenagers now so I forgot how excited little children get when they see Santa.

Here are a few of my favorite photos from the evening. There are lots more on my website.

P.S. - Santa I've been really good this year. Can I please have the new Canon 5D MKII for Christmas?

I'M BACK (Almost)

I haven't blogged since I went into the hospital for emergency surgery back in June. Four months and two surgeries later, I'm starting to feel like myself again. I think my doctor is going clear me to go back to work in about a week.

I just want to thank every one for their prayers, thoughts, and patience during my recovery. I especially want to thank my wife Toni for taking care of me while I was in the hospital and recovering at home.

Since its Football season, check out this video of me getting hit on the sidelines of a game. I didn't see the receiver and defender hit me because I was focusing on the quarterback.

I wasn't hurt but the collision destroyed a brand new $400 flash.

I would like to thank Terry Jacobs of Eclipse Film Productions for providing the clip. He does great work. Check out his website: http://www.eclipsefilmproductions.com.

Later,

Joe

Senior Storyboard

As we worked on product samples for the Class of 2009 I suddenly realized we have a senior of our own.  How did that happen so fast?   It just reminds me that time doesn't stand still for any one, making it all that more important to preserve these milestones whenever possible.

So in honor of our own senior, we developed and are offing the "Senior Storyboard" collage print.  Made up of photos, graphics, and text each "Senior Storyboard" is created to reflect the unique personality, interests, and passions of the featured student.    The version above is 12"x24" and comes ready to hang in a classic art frame.    Since this a custom piece of art, we can format each one to fit a variety of sizes and styles.

We are offering these to the class of 2009 at a discounted price before school starts.  Call the studio at 407.409.8835 and book your photo session before school starts to get $100 off the regular price.

Senior Portraits for the "Class of 2009"

Attention all High School Seniors that are graduating in 2009:  Its time to start thinking about your senior portraits.

I'm not talking about the cookie cutter photo you must take for the year book but the photos that reflect who you are.  Your moment has finally arrive!  You have waited all these years to be called senior and now you have a decision to make:  "Where will I get my senior portraits taken?"

We love working with Seniors so give us a call so we can custom design a photo session just for you.  You should receive our senior post card in the mail during the next 2 weeks.  Check out the special offer on the back and give us a call to redeem it.   The offer is only good for the summer so schedule your session soon.

Later,

Joe

I LOVE SUSHI

I don't normally post any thing about my business photography. However, I LOVE SUSHI and I had a great time working with the guys at Izziban Sushi this week.

They are truly food artists and really got into our photo shoot. They cooked hundreds of individual crab rangoon for the photo shoot and hand picked each one based on shape and color for. Its fun to work with people who are passionate about their business.

I was lucky enough to taste some their new products after the shoot. Not only does the food look good, it tastes great!

Check them out if you get a chance.

Later,
Joe

TITAN LACROSSE PHOTOS

I've been very busy during the past few weeks. Now that Lacrosse season is over I wanted to post a few of my favorite photos from the shoot I did for Olympia High School.

Let me know what you think.

Later,
Joe

I had to shink this so it would fix on the blog. Click on this link if you want to see the full size version.

Olivia and Dan - Orlando Museum of Art Wedding

Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Orlando Museum of Art, Olivia and Dan's wedding was spectacular. OMA was the perfect venue, with its elegant and "artsy" appeal, for their intimate-sized wedding and reception.

I was thrilled to see the incredible images we were able to capture. The festive atmosphere coupled with the joy Dan, Olivia, and their family and friends exuded throughout the event will make for a truly remarkable storybook album that the new Mr. & Mrs. Weisman can cherish for years to come.

I also love to interact with and watch the other vendors who come together and contribute to the overall success of the day. The florals by Lee Forrest Design, catering by Cuisiniers, and the entertainment by the incredible musician Jeff Scott who was amazing on the guitar, added to the sacred ceremony officiated by Reverend Kevin Knox.

To see the full size version of Olivia and Dan's web page go to http://www.joedaylor.com/weisman.htm

Finally, a BIG thank you to my brother from another mother and fellow photographer Mike Buoy for his help with this wedding. I love working with you!

Later,
Joe

Liz and Nolan's Photos are online

I know a number of people who attended Liz and Nolan's wedding have been waiting to see all the photos.  I finished uploading the photos very early this morning and I released them to Liz.  She will release the event after she has had a chance to review all the photos.

If you register to view the photos before she releases them you will get a discount code good towards your purchase.  You will also get two-for- one prints for the first 30 days.  

Later,

Joe

Here is the link to the photos.

Liz and Nolan - Lake Eola Wedding

I photographed Liz and Nolan's wedding at Lake Eola a couple weeks ago. Besides being a little windy, they were blessed with a picture perfect day. The ceremony was beautiful and every one had such good time.

I think we captured the spirit and emotion of their special day.

I still have thousands of images to review and edit before I can show them all the photos. So until I'm finished editing, checkout the slideshow of their wedding day.

Liz and Nolan, thanks for allowing me to be part of your special day!

Many thanks to my friends Mike Buoy and Joe Stern for helping me with this one.

NEW POSTER

I had big plans to work on a number of projects this week end. Things didn't work out as I planned because one of our computers got a nasty virus. I spent all Saturday trying to remove the infection.
After fixing the computer, I was able to complete a few projects. Here is a poster that Tyson's mom commissioned me to create. It's the second poster I've created for him.
Well it's time to get back to work. I have a wedding and engagement photos that need to be processed this week. Check back later to view some of these photos.

Later,
Joe

TITAN LACROSSE SCHEDULE

I created this schedule for the Olympia Lacrosse team. I saved it as my computer's wallpaper. That way I look at the schedule every day and it reminds that I need to get out of the office in time for the game. We printed about 50 copies and gave them to the players this week. When the players saw them, I overheard them say it was 'sic'--I guess that means good?! I also sent an electronic copy to the booster's club.

Also, I photographed last nights game and captured some really great action photos of the team. Check back this weekend for the slide show.

Later,
Joe

Proud Dad

It seems like life moves so fast these days. We run from one activity to the next without taking the time to slow down and appreciate the people who mean the most to us. In my case its my family (Toni, Megan, Ryan, and Shelby). I love them all dearly and in case they read this I also love them all EQUALLY. :-)

However, I just need to take a moment say how proud I am of my son Ryan. He is a freshman at Olympia H.S. this year. He has never really been into sports. Yes he played a few years of YMCA soccer but it was never his passion. So, when he came home a couple months ago an announced that he was going to try out for the High School Lacrosse team my first thought was "we have to purchase a lot of expensive equipment that he is never going to use." I'm not really into selling things on eBay so I figured it would sit in our garage with all the sports equipment I don't use any more.

Fast forward two months. Ryan worked out with the team during the preseason and played in the winter league. When he broke his thumb the first day of regular season practice I thought it was all over and that I should probably make some room in the garage for his equipment. But no, we purchased a better pair of gloves (more expensive) and Ryan kept practicing/learning the game.

I'm proud to say Ryan started as the JV goalie last night in his first High School Lacrosse game. Ryan - Keep it up!

Love,
Dad

Freedom Basketball

Here is a poster I made for the senior players on the Freedom HS basketball team this year. I like to make these types of posters because I know they will remind the players and their parents of this special time in their lives.

Because these posters are very economical, coaches, parents, or booster clubs often purchase them as end of season senior gifts. Its always fun to see their faces when open their framed posters at the end of year banquet.

Later,
Joe

KIKI

I had a busy but fun weekend. I had the opportunity to create some great photos for a number of interesting people. The list includes some actors going on tour to LA this week, the Freedom H.S. basketball team, Jon & Stephanie's wedding, and Liz & Nolan's engagement session. I'll post some of my favorites later this week.

The first here are a couple photos Kiki. She is an amazing young woman that I think is destine to great things. She is only 15 and is already in College and has her own internet jewelry store. Good luck in LA this week Kiki!

Snowmobiling in Togwotee Pass

We all made it back from our ski/snowmobile trip safe and sound this year. My brother, Andy, only had a moment of panic when he thought I drove the snowmobile off one of the cliffs.

We had a great time this year. There was a lot of powder which made the boarding very fun.

The best part of trip had to be our day of snowmobiling on the Contintental Divide. The company, High Country Snowmobiles, we originally contracted to guide us bailed the afternoon before our trip because they didn't have enough people for the trip. It was a very frustrating experience. Luckily Heart 6 Ranch came to the rescue. We had a great experience with this company. Josh, our guide, was the best.

I can't wait until next year. Back to work now.

Later,
Joe

Sking update

We had a great first day of sking. It snowed all day and there was lots of powder. So much that keith wiped out. He hit so hard his helmet came off. It was really funny. I don't know if you can see the snow that filled up his goggles. The photo from my cell phone does it justice.

Jackson Hole Ski Trip

I'm so excited because I'm heading out for our yearly guys ski/snowboarding trip tomorrow morning. This year should be better than ever because there is another boarder going with us. I'll try to send some photos to the blog using my cell phone.

BTW - Thats not me in the photo. Its Jeremy Jones.

Later,
Joe

Happy 70th Birthday Dad!

My dad turns 70 this weekend. Tomorrow morning I'm flying to San Antonio (very early) to surprise him. It's great because he doesn't suspect a thing. He has been complaining for weeks that no one is doing anything special for his 70th birthday. He is going to be totally surprised when he and my mom walk into the restaurant to find my brother, sister, and me waiting.

In honor of his birthday I made a short slide show for him growing up. Check it out and let me know what you think.

Later,
Joe

Winter in Florida

We moved to Orlando from Colorado almost 8 years ago.  It may sound crazy but we really miss the winters in Colorado.  So this weekend we decided to dress the kids up in some of our old cold weather clothing and create some cool :-) portraits.   We have now have a little bit winter hanging in our family room.  

Welcome to my new blog

Hello and welcome to my new blog. I'm switching because blogspot is much easier to use. If you are looking for my old posts head over to http://blog.joedaylor.com Otherwise, check back later for some new photos.

Joe