How Often Does Your Realtor Become Your Official Wedding Photographer?

How often does your Realtor become your official wedding photographer?  I did it!  If that's not service, I don't know what is...

A couple of years ago a client of mine who liked my photographic style, asked me to take pictures of his wedding on a yacht going down the Ashley river and the Atlantic Ocean in the Charleston Area.  He didn't want a professional taking the pictures, because it was going to be a very intimate atmosphere, he said.  He wanted candid shots, nothing rehearsed

This was a very special treat.  Springtime in Charleston is delightful.  Warm breezes embraced everything that lazy Saturday afternoon.  The boat was just the right size for that intimate gathering.   It was loving and genuine.  It had all the lovely elements:  good friends, family and beautiful kids.  

The mother of the groom married the couple.  His daughter gave him away.  Her son gave her away.   Everyone was barefoot and wearing white, even the photographer (me).

   

It was a magical event, full of love and grace.  Beautiful surroundings, pleasant memories that will last forever.  Enjoy!

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22 Comments on How Often Does Your Realtor Become Your Official Wedding Photographer?

The picture of the the groom's daughter is the best picture I've ever taken, I think.  It says so much!  Let me know how you like it!

05/03/2008 02:29 AM by Mirela Monte, Your Myrtle Beach Connection


Yes, I agree...Love it.  The Sepia tone is wonderful. I am getting our family portraits done soon and I've opted for a carefree in the park setting and I like the white matching...very nice photos indeed. Thanks for sharing!

05/03/2008 02:35 AM by Gina Cefalu Real Estate Specialist SF East Bay (Remax Accord)


Beautiful photos. You have a very special talent for finding the soul of the people in your photos. Thanks for sharing.

05/03/2008 02:40 AM by Lisa Lambert, Esq. (1031 Exchange Expert) (1031 Exchanges - Asset Preservation, Inc.)


Great job. And it looks like a nice cruise out of the deal. I am itching to be on the beach. Not much longer and Hilton Head here I come.

05/03/2008 08:28 AM by Laura Jefferson (Asset Realty)


Nice work, Mirela! Interesting as I am booked for a wedding in August. First time I've done a wedding as the official photog. Later in August, I'm being hired as a DJ for a recfeption. Full service brokerage! 

You have a great eye for emotion in your pictures. 

05/03/2008 08:36 AM by Pete Rondello Sr (Coldwell Banker Mulleady Inc.)


Fabulous photos my friend. I just love all the photos you share with us.  You are one talented lady!  I hope you are having a wonderful day.

05/03/2008 02:02 PM by Boise Idaho Real Estate - George Tallabas (RE/MAX Advantage)


Thank you George for the lovely comment!  I love taking pictures!  I will gladly do the next wedding or baptism.  I never charge money.   It is so lovely to photograph human emotion!

Pete, Laura, Lisa, Gina:  Thank you so much for the comments!  It's encouraging. 

05/04/2008 01:53 PM by Mirela Monte, Your Myrtle Beach Connection


This is soooooo cool! What an honor that must have been. To be trusted with the warmest of memories of another...this speaks volumes of you Mirela; beyond your photographic talent. Thank you for sharing this. I smiled today.

05/04/2008 07:11 PM by Michael Tarabotto (Certified Appraiser) Santa Clarita, San Fernando, Westside (California Appraisal Solutions Corp.)


Oh Mirella and you're a photographer too!  Do this girls talents never end?  Smile - I love the sepia photos.....its my favorite!

05/04/2008 11:16 PM by Liz Moras, Re/Max Associate Broker Chilliwack (Vancouver), B.C. (Remax Nyda Realty Chilliwack B.C.)


The photo of the little girl is an 'award winner'.....I don't even know her and I want it in a frame!  :-)

05/04/2008 11:34 PM by Liz Moras, Re/Max Associate Broker Chilliwack (Vancouver), B.C. (Remax Nyda Realty Chilliwack B.C.)


The photo of the little girl is an 'award winner'.....I don't even know her and I want it in a frame!  :-)

05/04/2008 11:34 PM by Liz Moras, Re/Max Associate Broker Chilliwack (Vancouver), B.C. (Remax Nyda Realty Chilliwack B.C.)


Thank you, Liz!  I can send it to you if you wish, or you can copy it here.  I would like to enter it in a competition.  The picture is my most favorite also.  As soon as I saw it I knew I had a winner.  The emotion on her face, her focus, and her father's loving, protective hand draped upon her right shoulder.  What a great shot.  Pure luck!

It was such a loving occasion and so easy to photograph.  They are such down to earth, yet extraordinary people and they have such strong family bonds.   They are beautiful people inside and out!  I felt very honored to be there capturing their moments... 

...The food was good too (that's me munching down some excellent morsels; yes, the photographer got captured on film).

05/04/2008 11:48 PM by Mirela Monte, Your Myrtle Beach Connection


You have a wonderful talent.  The photos are beautiful.  I'm sure the bride and groom were delighted with each one.  You captured the special day for them and their family and friends.  Great job!

 

Cindy Eanes

Realtor, Chester, Virginia

05/05/2008 10:23 PM by Cindy Eanes (Harris & Associates, Inc.)


Realtors are well-rounded creatures!  I've done photography for fellow Realtors and clients and I've done their wedding and birthday cakes!

05/06/2008 10:29 AM by Sandra Workman ABR, CNHS, QSC, RCC (Speckman Realty Inc., GMAC)


Yes I knew that gorgeous muncher was you...:-) I would love that photo!  I've done a few weddings myself....but nothing of that calibre Mirela...:-)

05/06/2008 11:33 PM by Liz Moras, Re/Max Associate Broker Chilliwack (Vancouver), B.C. (Remax Nyda Realty Chilliwack B.C.)


Do you want me to e-mail it to you, or just copy it from here?  I love taking pictures of kids; there's never a dull moment and they always look beautiful.  You know what they say:  "Kids have the faces God gave them, and old folks have the faces they deserve...."

05/06/2008 11:54 PM by Mirela Monte, Your Myrtle Beach Connection


Mirela, you are an extremely talented lady! What beautiful candid photo's, you really captured the joy of the occasion. Thanks so much for sharing.

05/16/2008 11:07 PM by Debbie Malone, RE/MAX, Lynchburg, Smith Mountain Lake, Real Estate Agent (RE/MAX 1st Olympic, ABR, e-PRO, ASP)


Thank you Debbie!  It's so good to have you back!  When can we read the blog on the trip you just came back from, you lucky lady?

05/17/2008 12:38 AM by Mirela Monte, Your Myrtle Beach Connection


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