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Hi! I'm Clary, based out of the beautiful meadows of the Midwest and the fortunate photographer of the deeply, connectively, head-over-heels, crazy in love people you will enjoy during your visit.


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Last week we enjoyed the apple farm with our blackbird fly and favorite Polaroid. The instant film was, well, instant and it's always so much fun to have a picture in a snap...a real live tangible picture. Shooting one roll of b&w and one roll of color, I'm reminded the care, patience and love the whole process takes. After twittering a few pictures from the color roll, Rebecca, described film perfectly, 'romantic'. All the care, patience and love:) 

This got me thinking-what if I could shoot a session with all film? 


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Look at the results, I'm in love the tone of the images. 

So, here's the opportunity. I'm wanting to hear what you would like photographed romantically. The winner for my favorite romantic idea receives a film session. Keep in mind this in no way replaces a traditional session, look at this as a session of adventure and romance. This opportunity is restricted to the St. Louis, Kansas City, and Chicago area for winter or early spring, for no more than 2 people...2 kids, 1 celebrating their 27 birthday, a baby, lovebirds enjoying 7 years of marriage or 7 weeks of engagement. It doesn't matter just give me a creative romantic session idea in 27 words or less in the comment section of this blog post. Winner announced Friday, October 16th. I can't wait!!! AND of course, feel free to leave a comment with your thoughts on the film:)


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Karin says:

I need photos of myself and my husband/business partner for our website. Romantic? I get to capture other people's romantic/love filled/hopeful days with the person I love more than anything in this world. I'd say that's pretty romantic. It wouldn't matter where or when - just capturing our every day - normal/dorky selves is my idea of romantic.

(10.11.09 @ 11:26 PM)
Karin says:

OK - My dorkyness really just showed because I didn't see the 27 words or less, so the end part is my idea... me and my husband no matter where or when just being our normal/dorky selves. That's my idea of romantic. And the date the winner is announced will be our 5 year wedding anniversary. What an awesome present that would be. No pressure.
And pee ess ess - LOVE the film pics. The are dreamy. And I'm wondering what apple farm that is.

(10.11.09 @ 11:39 PM)
Brit says:

I absolutely love using film! I think the idea of incorporating digital and film is a great concept.

I love the idea of shooting in the home for a newly married couple. It captures the "newness" and the idea of them creating a "home" together.

(10.12.09 @ 12:04 AM)
Brit says:

P.S. The pictures of the kids are fantastic :)

(10.12.09 @ 12:05 AM)
Amanda Zika says:

Karin - you crack me up and you are not a dork!

Clary, I am a hopeless romantic and find this challenge hard :) I would love a romantic session of Brett and I having an old fashioned date eating outside in the middle of nowhere with candles and then going for ice cream later. That is us :) But I would want to look glamorous while soaking in the night. Like 40's glam. Thanks :)

(10.12.09 @ 06:04 AM)
Kim says:

I'd love to have our engagement pictures shot somewhere warm and cozy feeling. The romantic winter pictures would be nice to contrast our future summer wedding pictures.

(10.12.09 @ 08:28 AM)
Liz says:

My parents celebrating 27 years together cozied up to a warm fire with mugs of hot cocoa in their flannel pjs/robes or winter gear.

(10.12.09 @ 09:02 AM)
paula leme says:

clary, i LOOOVE these! (i also love your boots ;)so, can i play too? hehe
ok, my idea of a romantic session: my husband and i, in chicago, walking around the lincoln park area, maybe having some hot chocolate + a white chocolate raspberry cheesecake (our favorite!) the end :)

(10.12.09 @ 09:11 AM)
Amanda S. says:

Whether it's film or digital you always take the most amazing photos! I think a romantic shoot would be to photograph a couple spending a night out from afar. Capturing the moments where they are just being themselves. The touches, the smiles, the kisses in romantic settings like their favorite resturant, taking a walk or carriage ride in the park, or even their home watching their favorite movies, cuddled up in a blanket drinking hot coco. I know I used more than 27 words but I've never been good a summerizing. :)

(10.12.09 @ 09:18 AM)
Amanda S. says:

Whether it's film or digital you always take the most amazing photos! I think a romantic shoot would be to photograph a couple spending a night out from afar. Capturing the moments where they are just being themselves. The touches, the smiles, the kisses in romantic settings like their favorite resturant, taking a walk or carriage ride in the park, or even their home watching their favorite movies, cuddled up in a blanket drinking hot coco. I know I used more than 27 words but I've never been good at summerizing. :)

(10.12.09 @ 09:19 AM)
Tessa says:

Clary, these pictures are gorgeous, you really capture people's personalities!
Also, I want to participate in the contest :)
My idea of a romantic evening is cooking a meal with Dave & enjoying our great feast together in the end (along with a nice bottle of wine).

(10.12.09 @ 10:19 AM)
Kristi Perez says:

The film shoot is very romantic. I feel like maybe it looks "soft" too. I love it!
In February, I will be 7 months pregnant with our second child : )
Thats a 2 and a 7...

(10.12.09 @ 10:23 AM)
Erin says:

Cool fall afternoon circa 2002...us= poor college kids: grabbed snacks, radio, warm blanket & each other. Quiet romantic corner in park w/changing leaves watching big clouds roll by …perfect & beautiful.

(10.12.09 @ 10:34 AM)
Kim says:

I can do better than my last entry:
Me. Fiance. Fireplace or firepit. February. Engaged 7 months. Wine or hot chocolate. Snuggling. Laughing. Dancing. In love. Soft. Romantic. Playful. Memorable. Glowing. Smiling. Holding hands. Perfection!

(10.12.09 @ 10:36 AM)
Rachael Schirano says:

Fell hard and fast, whirlwind engagement, five years married, four children...still in love Date night in the city, lights, the contrast of gritty urban with soft romance…

(10.12.09 @ 10:50 AM)
Rachael Schirano says:

i also wanted to add that the images from this session are gorgeous...i have looked at them several times + just love them.

(10.12.09 @ 10:52 AM)
Lisa Scherer says:

12 years of romance and 3 little girls later, we still can't get enough of each other. We would love you to capture the peacefulness of "us".

(10.12.09 @ 11:54 AM)
Jessica says:

I love these photos! I'd definitely say they are romantic. I love this challenge and here is my entry :)
My husband and I reliving our first date (five years ago this May). Bowling and rootbeer floats on an early spring evening. Relaxed and fun=romantic, right?

(10.12.09 @ 12:02 PM)
Lisa says:

Well...my husband and I are welcoming our first child into the world this January and I think that's pretty romantic. Or at least maternity or newborn photos of it would be :). We're a fun, madly in love couple who can't wait to meet our biggest blessing - little Olivia Marie. Oh, and we live in St. Charles.

(10.12.09 @ 02:04 PM)
Lindsey says:

LOVE this!! Your kids are just so cute, what an adorable foursome you all are! Would love to have a film session! I'll get back to you with my entry :)

(10.12.09 @ 05:10 PM)
LIndsey says:

TWO big "kids", dressed to the nines. Drunk on love, embarrassingly goofy around lots of young students, where we met. Just US, celebrating SEVEN years.

(10.12.09 @ 05:22 PM)
Pamela says:

oh geez! what a challenge.... hmm....

an ice skating session at steinberg! (even though i can't ice skate AT ALL) i think it would be so romantic. cocoa and kisses included.

(10.12.09 @ 07:50 PM)
Ali says:

Idea: 1/27/09, our 7 month wedding anniversary. Sitting in the bed of Beau's 1970 truck that we took to HS dances. Cozying up, looking at stars. The end. But.... to add another number, our 3rd session with the fab Clary :) Beautiful pics and family Clary, you're so talented, so blessed.

(10.12.09 @ 08:20 PM)
Kristin says:

I love every one of these images! Your family is so fun and I just love when we get a glimpse into the life of Clary and company!

Here's my entry for the contest:
The moment my daughter was born, I became a mother. In January she will become a sister, a moment that will make my heart swell with love.

(10.12.09 @ 08:27 PM)
Christine says:

These are just fantastic! I love the "feel" film oozes out! I love seeing photos of your family because they always make my heart smile :)

You are really willing to travel to Chicago for this session? Chicago holds a very dear place in my heart, it's where Danny and I decided to start our lives together during a very cold winter eight years ago. We are now enjoying our 7th year of marriage. How dreamy would a winter session is Chicago be! Here is my submission :)

The twinkling lights streamed down Michigan Ave, enjoying German treats at the Christkindlmarket in Daley Plaza, and I can't forget the yummy, warm pizza! Perfect winter day!

(sorry for the book)

(10.12.09 @ 10:20 PM)
Mel Mac says:

I love all of these pictures and it always makes my heart melt to see you guys. Travis' pic makes me LOL. And I think Jettie is giving Hughes a run for his money in the shutterbug department. Tell my Godson he needs to step up his game, and tell my Goddaughter Good Job!

(10.13.09 @ 04:57 AM)
Christy L says:

Husband and wife welcoming the spring equinox sunrise atop Monks Mound at Cahokia Mounds w/ coffee, hot chocolate, a blanket, and love.

(10.13.09 @ 11:00 AM)
Kelly Park says:

Love these, your kiddos are adorable. I remember when I began shooting b/w film was my favorite.

(10.13.09 @ 03:26 PM)
Kara Kunz says:

two people walking through the park...enjoying the beauty mother nature provides and company of each other...feeling the warmth of your partner as you walk hand in hand...love

(10.13.09 @ 11:00 PM)
Fola Adewole says:

Aww I just want to steal your family and make them mine..sooo adorable and cute...Such awesomeness...

(10.14.09 @ 12:18 AM)
Tori Goessling says:

Here's a romantic idea...Me. My man. The dog. 8 years together. I've told him when he proposes, I want to capture it on film. Cooking. Cuddling. Making Snowangels.

(10.14.09 @ 10:37 AM)
Tori Goessling says:

Here's a romantic idea...Me. My man. The dog. 8 years together. I've told him when he proposes, I want to capture it on film. Cooking. Cuddling. Making Snowangels.

(10.14.09 @ 10:41 AM)
Tori Goessling says:

Here's a romantic idea...Me. My man. The dog. 8 years together. I've told him when he proposes, I want to capture it on film. Cooking. Cuddling. Making Snowangels.

(10.14.09 @ 10:44 AM)
Megan Hornback says:

Hello! I am in love with these photos! Simply put it is natural beauty captured at its best!
My Kind of Romantic: Crisp quiet December morning at the break of dawn, our breaths visible against the air, noses red from the cold, playing in the freshly fallen snow with my fiance of 7 months Waiting to enjoy the sunrise, rays striking the snow reflecting its sparkling beauty, in his arms. (I know a tid bit more than 27words but I had to paint the picture :)

(10.14.09 @ 12:50 PM)
Dallas Donovan says:

My idea…me, Tommy, our new puppy, decorating for Christmas, hanging stockings and ornaments, in our new home. Celebrating the blessings of our first year of marriage!

(10.14.09 @ 10:25 PM)
Kelli says:

Us. Playground. Swings. Merry go round. Slide. We spend hrs on swings talking, flirting, and just enjoying each other’s company. Just a couple of “big” kids.

(10.15.09 @ 02:47 PM)
Andrea H. says:

Me, the hubby, and our 4-legged kid.. bundled up, hiking at Pere Marquette. Taking in the fresh air and breathtaking views!

(10.15.09 @ 04:02 PM)
clary says:

All of your entries, so amazing. The cozy, celebrations of love, hot chocolate, cold noses...we have such beautiful lives, don't we?!!

So, the winner of the romancing photography, Megan H and the vision of fresh snow and seeing breath and love:)

(10.17.09 @ 08:36 AM)
jodie says:

I am a bit tardy in my reply, but you are simply amazing and going to make someone very happy :-) I love the vintage Wonder Years feel!

(10.18.09 @ 06:21 PM)
Megan H says:

Oh how wonderful! Thank You Clary! I am so excited! :o)

(10.19.09 @ 08:22 AM)
Melissa says:

In love with these pictures...so soft and dreamy! And of course the family captured in them is adorable. :) Congrats to the winner of the session...I can't wait to see a sneak peek of those romantic images, I know they'll be wonderful!

(10.19.09 @ 02:59 PM)
Dionna says:

Wow, Clary-
I LOVE the film shots- there is such a sense of purity and chance in them, and a feel of nostalgia for the non-digital age.
Keep it up- LOVE the Blackbird Fly camera- HOW COOL is THAT?!?!?

(10.21.09 @ 05:32 PM)
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Courtney says:

Your pictures by Bobbi and Mike are amazing. :) I'm so glad it brought me over to your site though because your pictures are just as amazing. :) What a beautiful family you have and you are an amazing photographer. :) On my google reader you go!

(10.05.09 @ 09:08 AM)
Gail says:

Oh you have such an amazing little family. B+M are the best and I'll agree with Courtney, I'm so happy to have found your site!

You know how you just know you could like someone from their "About" section? Well, you nailed it girl!

Signed,
A fellow Iron&Wine lover ;)

(10.05.09 @ 10:55 AM)
Amanda Katherine says:

I am getting more and more excited that you are my wedding photographer! You have the cutest family, I love your little dog!!! I even love the color of your room … I can’t wait!

(10.05.09 @ 12:11 PM)
Karin says:

I was very excited to see you on Bobbi & Mike's blog this morning. I cannot imagine having more priceless photos. It literally made me tear up. And old trucks like that are my thing. Just absolute perfection Clary. Picture perfect.

(10.05.09 @ 12:13 PM)
Christine says:

omg, these are PERFECT! You are so very blessed :) Bobbi+Mike rock!!! The emotion and life they captured...priceless!

(10.05.09 @ 01:07 PM)
Kathy P says:

I already knew that you guys made an adorable family, but this picture really captures it perfectly. I love this picture, and I can't wait to look at the rest of them - Bobbi and Mike did a great job!!!

(10.05.09 @ 02:28 PM)
Stephanie says:

Is it weird if I want some canvases (canvasi) of this sesh? It is? Hmmm.

Either way...your family is gorgeous and I love that the love seeps out of every crevice of every picture. :)

(10.05.09 @ 02:43 PM)
krissy says:

I think I love these even more than the ones from last year b/c they are at your home! Maybe you should post your chocolate chip cookie recipe...for Bobbi of course!!

(10.05.09 @ 04:35 PM)
Truc says:

Clary, these photos are simply perfection. Your family is so adorable, and we can see the love and laughter in every photo. Beautiful!

(10.05.09 @ 05:40 PM)
Brit says:

Oh, these photos are fantastic (and I already commented to Bobbi about them). They caught you, Travis and the kids in such true form. It's beautiful!

(10.05.09 @ 05:50 PM)
paula leme says:

aww, you family is the cutest! i love every single image!!

(10.05.09 @ 07:00 PM)
Patty says:

lovely:-)

(10.05.09 @ 07:54 PM)
Jamie says:

You have got to have the cutest family in the world!

(10.05.09 @ 07:58 PM)
Bianca Valentim says:

OMGoodness!!!
what a cute family you have Clary!
I went to your friend's blog to see all the pictures and I'm in love with them all.
this is priceless, right?
congratulations.
God bless you all!

(10.05.09 @ 11:03 PM)
Natalie Watson says:

WOW I heart them all!! Beautiful family!!!

(10.05.09 @ 11:36 PM)
Mel Mac says:

I love all of your pictures, and I especially love that they were at home. My faves are def. a tie between the black in white smooch-a-roo and the one with Jettie in the air with Travy Trav and you laying with Hughes. Simply Beautiful! I can't gush enough Bobbie+Mike did a great job of capturing your love. Love You!

(10.06.09 @ 04:00 AM)
Taffy says:

love it!!!

(10.06.09 @ 08:04 AM)
Lynsey T says:

These photos put to rest my thoughts that the Pfeiffer family bakes cookies together in the evenings and takes walks in a meadow. Your family is so lovely...looking at the photos I couldn't help but feel so happy for you to have such a beautiful family. (OH and I had a weird dream the other night that I ran into you at Target and you told me you were pregnant. No worries though because I have those dreams about a lot of people and it's never true)

(10.06.09 @ 12:20 PM)
kelly says:

TOO CUTE!!!! that is such a perfect shot - i love ALL of the images.... what fun :) i'm just in awe :)

(10.06.09 @ 04:39 PM)
stephanie says:

you guys are toooooo cute!!!

(10.06.09 @ 09:22 PM)
clary says:

Thank you Courtney, Gail, Amanda, Karin, Christine, MeMaw (Kathy), Stephanie, Krissy, Truc!!, Brit, Paula Leme, Patty, Jamie, Bianca, Natalie, My BFF, Taffy, Lynsey, Kelly and Stephanie...you all put a big smile on me face!
ps-bobbi and mike rocked it!

(10.07.09 @ 09:47 AM)
Kristi Perez says:

This picture makes me smile : )

(10.07.09 @ 11:30 AM)
Dionna says:

You guys are the cutest EVER!!!!! The dog in the middle is icing on the cake- love your smile- and it all looks so perfect and natural. Yay for you and your beautiful family- awesome.

(10.11.09 @ 12:29 AM)
Alicea Hermeyer says:

WOW!

(10.12.09 @ 01:48 AM)
Jennie says:

I loved this image so much that even when I was on VACATION, I went to their blogsite to check out the pics. Just fabulous. You have such a fashionable, adorable, and sweet family! The warmth just shines through in the pictures. Love it!

(10.13.09 @ 12:48 PM)
Jenny says:

You guys look so happy together ! Bobbi and Mike did a great job capture your lives together !

(11.01.09 @ 03:31 AM)
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October 5, 2009

You know those moments that are life changing? When the next day is different than the day before and the world is turned upside down or maybe even spins the other way?

 

My top 5...

 

The day I met my best friend, I was four. She was selling girl scout cookies and I got mad because I was a daisy and trying to sell enough to win the top girl scout cookie seller. She lived on my block.

 

My forth grade teacher who seriously believed in me, even when I couldn't spell state capitols and didn't pay attention in history.

 

Going to a high school basketball game where Travis sat next to me. He snuck in my favorite candy, Skittles and said my hair smelt pretty. Don't worry, it takes more than this but that was the official start to my world spinning the other way.

 

First photography critique in college by my favorite professor, now and forever. I photographed a soccer ball with flash. He told me if I ever used flash on another photography project I would fail Photography 101. In fear of not only going to school for a degree my mom thought would take me nowhere, I didn't want to get an F in my first class so I buckled down and didn't pick up a flash for 3 years.

 

Seeing Jessica Claire's work in 2004, my world turned upside down. I was planning my own wedding and a past bride of Jessica was showing off her pictures, understandably. My jaw dropped, I was changed. 'You mean a young female can be a wedding photographer??!'. Yes, I know today this is not a novel idea but 6 years ago it was. Without this small window into what could be, I wonder how long it would have taken me to realize I could have the best job photographing people in love.

 


So as destiny would have it the same time I was in California to shoot a wedding, Jessica Claire had a workshop that without question I had to attend. It was an awesome first workshop experience giving me new insight and confirming what I've been doing but the best was the mock wedding set up by the people below. You must check out their work because it is amazing! I'm so excited to show Midwest brides something different and beautiful that is completely obtainable. I loved every square inch, ENJOY!

 

 

Some new friends work you can check out from the workshop and my STL photog friends work to see more!!


Kelly Park, Lisa Hessel, and Stevie Photography (STL's)

Fola, Natalie, and Alissa (US)

Event & Photo Stylist: Grey Likes Weddings
Floral Design: Flora Oranica 
Hair & Makeup: Vivian Tran
Wedding Stationary, Favors, & Paper Suite: MaeMae Paperie
Printing of paper products: Czar Press
Fabric Rosettes, shoe clips and "just married" banner: B. Poetic


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Emilie says:

Oh wow!! This is absolutely stunning and gorgeous!!! Classy, elegant and subtle!!! I love it!!! :)

(10.05.09 @ 08:59 AM)
francis says:

WOW-Great site-I love the pictures-thanks for brightening my day!!!Francis http://www.geothermalquestions.net

(10.05.09 @ 12:14 PM)
Karin says:

One word - jealous. Glad this opportunity fulfilled you so much!

(10.05.09 @ 12:27 PM)
Stephanie says:

First of all, I'm going to work on getting over the fact that you didn't tell me you were going to this workshop. Second, I cannot wait to hear all about your Cali experience (including the bikes!). Third, these are stunning. Absolutely amazing - so proud of you! Fourth, I think the remarkable thing about life-changing moments is that we never realize it at the time. ...But that's what makes it all the more amazing, right?

(10.05.09 @ 02:45 PM)
Brit says:

Ahh!! I had no idea you had gone to this workshop until you blogged about it last week. These pictures are stunning, and I'm sure you have more up your sleeve!

(10.05.09 @ 05:49 PM)
Fola Adewole says:

Wow finally....and totally worth it too...Love the pictures, and the write up rocks...it was so nice meeting you at the workshop. will definitely keep in touch...

(10.05.09 @ 06:26 PM)
paula leme says:

i can't believe i didn't i see this post before :S it looks like you had a lot of fun.. plus some really gorgeous images!!
;)

(10.05.09 @ 07:15 PM)
Natalie Watson says:

I'm freaking out and I'm just looking at this on my iPhone!!!! Wow, I can't wait to get home and look at this in real life!! Amazing Clary...!! Soooo glad I met you and thanks for the shout out:)

(10.05.09 @ 07:49 PM)
Bianca Valentim says:

that's great Clary!
thanks for sharing this with us.
I bet you had a GREAT time at the workshot.
:)

(10.05.09 @ 10:54 PM)
Mel Mac says:

I would have to say that meeting definately changed my life, for the better, in so many ways. I'm getting teary eyed with this blog and your Bobbi+Mike phot session. My heart is filled with warm gooey-ness for you right now =). I luvs You!

(10.06.09 @ 04:05 AM)
Gena Patten says:

Stunning! I love all of them...but my personal fav is the image of Jeff...you captured him perfectly....ahhh, love them! xoxo

(10.06.09 @ 02:23 PM)
Clary says:

Thanks everyone!

Gina-Jeff one handsome guy and you two as a couple picture perfect. I'm so happy you two had this opportunity, I would photo you two any day!!

(10.06.09 @ 02:48 PM)
Amanda Zika says:

This is a great post Clary. It sounds like life is perfection for ya :)

(10.06.09 @ 04:38 PM)
Maya Laurent says:

You'll be knocking the socks off the midwest brides with these! Gorgeous!

(10.10.09 @ 08:07 AM)
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Our family craves turquoise waves and salt in our hair for a substitute of the waving fields of golden wheat and crop dust of the Midwest. Just like last year we stayed on the most beautiful island in Florida, Santa Rosa...


racing on the beach,


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making sandcastles that looked like seashells,


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taking pictures with The Polaroid,


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watching rainbows,


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exhausting Frisbee tournaments,


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turning the pool into a trapeze,


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shaking sand out of our hair,


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playing in the sea of turquoise,


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shopping for the best seafood.


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Enjoy some last bits of sea AND thank you Nicki and Kelly for sharing your morning with me talking shop!!


 

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Andrea H. says:

Awesome pics Clary! Looks like it was a fun family vacation =)

(08.26.09 @ 11:46 PM)
Andrea H. says:

Awesome pics Clary! Looks like it was a fun family vacation =)

(08.26.09 @ 11:46 PM)
andrea says:

love.love.love

(08.27.09 @ 02:48 AM)
Beth Berry says:

I'm jealous...haven't been to the beach in a long time! Your kids look so happy :)

(08.27.09 @ 06:04 AM)
Emilie says:

Wow! What a great way to start my morning!! These photos are FANTASTIC!!!! I agree with Beth. You can feel the happiness from everyone in these pics. =)

(08.27.09 @ 06:41 AM)
kelly says:

those are FABULOUS!!!! and that was so cool to hang out w/you - you are just fabulous too! :)

(08.27.09 @ 07:16 AM)
Taffy says:

Love your pics, the kids are adorable, love the one in the pool:)

(08.27.09 @ 08:15 AM)
Amanda S. says:

You have the most adorable family!

(08.27.09 @ 09:09 AM)
christine says:

oh my gosh your family is adorable!! Fabulous pictures!!

(08.27.09 @ 09:40 AM)
nicki says:

Great pics! It was so good to meet you and I'm glad you had such a good time while you were here. Hope to see you back again next year!

(08.27.09 @ 09:53 AM)
Dionna says:

Wow- that water looks AMAZING! Your captures of this time are beautiful. I need a vacation just like this- can you bottle it up, and send my way??????? Cheers!

(08.27.09 @ 10:14 AM)
Krissy says:

I know that you are a photographer so you are suppose to take awesome photos, but these are just wonderful! Love the one of Jettie running with her cheeks puffed out!

(08.27.09 @ 11:55 AM)
DARBI G says:

Awwwww...precious times ten! All of them. and that Jettie....my gosh....she is looking more and more like you...just with blonde hair!

(08.27.09 @ 01:20 PM)
Truc says:

What a fantastic vacation and terrific photos, Clary! You all looked like you had a blast!

(08.27.09 @ 04:45 PM)
Betsy King says:

WOw! Looks like such an amazing trip!!!!

(08.27.09 @ 09:19 PM)
Jennie says:

Happy day! You have absolutely made the sun shine on this icky, grey day in the midwest! These pictures are so wonderful--what a hip, beautiful and joyful family. Thanks for sharing--you put a grin on my face!

(08.28.09 @ 09:04 AM)
Pamela says:

love your photos! they never look like snapshots. this is why i love photography. i love helping capture memories for others but my ultimate goal was to be able to take shots of my family like this someday.

(08.28.09 @ 10:31 AM)
Stephanie says:

OMG Clary...I can't believe how big Jettie is!!! It seems like yesterday I was shooting with you while you were prego with her!!!

(08.29.09 @ 06:12 PM)
Mel Mac says:

Wow! I love the pic of Jettie she is really bookin it. =) And the one where she is wearing your sunglasses. Hughes with the dripping wet face and the shaking the sand out of his hair just make my heart melt. The colors and lighting are fantastic.

(08.30.09 @ 01:53 AM)
Kristi Perez says:

These are so sweet!

(08.31.09 @ 08:53 AM)
Kathy says:

Your pictures are so wonderful!!! Jettie Pie racing, Hughes in his hat, all so very good!!! You know that I would love/need to have some copies (please)! I feel like I am still standing on the beach watching 2 of the cutest kids, and yet on the other hand, I wish we were still there. Thanks again for including us, it was a great time!

Kathy

(08.31.09 @ 09:50 AM)
jodie says:

the beach + adorable kids = heaven on earth
I am officially inspired to plan a trip to Captiva Island next summer. My travel agent thanks you :-)

(08.31.09 @ 06:05 PM)
nicole judiscak says:

your kids are DARLING!

(09.17.09 @ 02:54 PM)
Karin says:

Does Gap Kids know you stole their models? Gorgeous scenery and gorgeous family. These photos are priceless.

(09.29.09 @ 08:07 PM)
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If you follow ClaryPhoto on Twitter or checked out the blog lately you've seen a few from the Day After in California. Don't worry, I'll write more the the wedding post next week so until then, enjoy!!

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It was so sweet, we walked all around Standford University talking about how every location brought memories of the couple dating...the above is a tree grove they walked through after dates between their dorms.

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ps-If you ever checked out my loves you've seen "Clary's Playlist". Well, below is "Clary Meets Cali" playlist...the first song I will forever remember walking around Lake Lagunita taking in the perfect California day, also the location for the last sunlit shots of the bride and groom. 




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andrea says:

so beautiful! love the ring shot with the blurred purple flowers. so pretty! as always.

(08.07.09 @ 01:50 AM)
Pamela says:

unbelievable...!

love the playlist!

(08.07.09 @ 01:51 AM)
Beth says:

Wow, the light really is perfect in California. Beautiful!

(08.07.09 @ 06:58 AM)
Dennis Bullock says:

Wonderful work Clary!

(08.07.09 @ 07:46 AM)
Lindsey says:

These are so beautiful! Gorgeous light and I love Cali!

(08.07.09 @ 07:48 AM)
krissy says:

That is one happy couple -- you can tell by their big smiles in pretty much every pic!! LOVE her dress!

And getting to travel to CA to shoot a wedding??? Must be one of the many perks of being "Cool Clary!!"

(08.07.09 @ 08:38 AM)
Truc says:

Wow, Clary, these are simply amazing. LOVE them!

(08.07.09 @ 02:35 PM)
Brit says:

I think I'm going to go move to California now.

(08.07.09 @ 04:43 PM)
Marci says:

These are beautiful photos and they capture the love that the couple shares for eachother. Very beautiful!

(08.08.09 @ 07:58 AM)
Sherry Rosenberger says:

BEAUTIFUL! PS That Sam Cooke song was our (me & Alex) first dance song at our wedding. LOVE it.

(08.10.09 @ 09:38 AM)
Amanda Zika says:

These are gorgeous. I love the way the sun gives them a nostalgic essence. Plus, their smiles could brighten up any day. Great job!

(08.10.09 @ 12:24 PM)
paula leme says:

lovely, clary! the first one is my favorite :)

(08.10.09 @ 01:52 PM)
Taffy says:

My favorite one is the very first one love it!! What a beautiful place to take wedding photos, GREAT JOB!!!

(08.11.09 @ 07:50 AM)
Karin says:

I was in California in July, and I don't believe there is a better place to shoot a wedding. You just proved it with this post!

(08.13.09 @ 09:59 PM)
Kristi Perez says:

Loveliness : )
I love the way the trees are in the first b&w picture! Great angle.

(08.14.09 @ 09:32 AM)
Gail says:

GORGEOUS!!!! And I LOVEEEE those songs!

(10.12.09 @ 10:35 PM)
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August 4, 2009
Clary Photo Couples have so much style, grace, kind hearts, awesome love stories and I'm so lucky to be a part of their wedding day. I walk away every time feeling blessed to photograph these cool people. The irony here is I am so not, cool.

Now, this is full disclosure time and attention must me paid to illustrate the above statement...forgive my honesty in advance:)

In grade school I never got excited about much of anything. Except 'gold spirit day' in which you dress in gold and receive a prize for your effort. AND believe me, I made the effort. Every spirit day I would don myself in the gold fringed number my grandma made especially for this event. I was oblivious to the fact of its ridiculousness and I loved it...

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This general uncoolness continued in Jr. high with the skill of saying the most embarrassing things when I got super excited, my mind literally turned to mush when I opened my mouth. DARE was a program to teach kids to stay way from drugs and our class had the great Officer Lask. One day he was trying to connect things we sound try and not try. To start off this lesson he asked "What is something you've tried before that you think no one else has?" And, as fate would have it, Officer Lask called on me first thing. I got so excited about my answer...

"I've had octopus testicles!!"

Oh yes, I said testicles. In the middle of my sixth grade class. It only registered that I replaced testicles with tentacles when my teacher gave me the "GO OUT INTO THE HALL" look reserved for the worst Jr. High sins.

So high school arrived and I was still me, obviously my over the top fashion and said the most embarrassing things at the most inopportune time. Uncool was solidified with my general dreaming of becoming a National Geographic photographer in Algebra and History. Taking every art class I could to get me through. But there was this one guy who overlooked, or dare I say adored, this endearing trait.

That one guy, Travis, married me and now we spend our days with the above couples I mentioned before and to drive the point home...they are so lovely and cool. After one particular wedding that was above and beyond, we hugged the couple goodbye and walked outside, glowing from the joy. Travis turned to me...

"when did you become cool?"

I knocked him over with kisses

"you, think I'm cool?":):)

So thank you every couple and client for making my husband think I'm cool:)

And now I must replace the above image of the gold fringe dress with the amazingly COOL letterpress from The Firecracker Press

Some of their work...

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Matty working on the letterhead and the new business cards.

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The product of their hard work sitting on my desk and one more thanks to Dionna!!

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Polly says:

Is it crazy that I so remember that gold fringe dress and spirit day?!?! Love the new business cards!!

(08.04.09 @ 04:17 PM)
clary says:

Not crazy at all, spirit day ROCKED!! and thanks for still befriending me even though you remember that dress:)

(08.04.09 @ 04:26 PM)
Dennis Bullock says:

Super cool!

(08.04.09 @ 06:45 PM)
Daysha Robinson says:

Clary....I've found that the coolest people I've ever known have no idea they are cool! You are soooooo cool!

(08.04.09 @ 08:26 PM)
Karin says:

Don't make me whip out my 4th-8th grade photos in a contest of who was more awkward, because I will for certain give you a run for your money. Two words... Egyptian Day.
Loving all your new marketing pieces! You are in fact so cool!

(08.04.09 @ 09:11 PM)
Beth Berry says:

Loving the gold dress. VERY vintage.

(08.04.09 @ 10:07 PM)
Stephanie says:

...and this is why I love you. And this is my favorite post of yours. Ever. Even more than the pictures you took of me. Because you are that cool. And I'm so happy you have someone in your life that reminds you :)

Oh, and when do I get one of the fab new cards?!?

xx

(08.04.09 @ 10:16 PM)
Emilie says:

Conversation with Dionna a few months ago....
me - "Ever wanna be friends with somebody but you know you are just not cool enough for them?"
Dionna - "Yup, that's happened to me before."
me - "Well, that's how I feel with Clary."
Clary, First things first...you ARE cool....no question about it. And in regards to you & Travis, I love reading about your relationship, and hope some day to find a relationship that is as supportive and loving as yours with Travis!

(08.04.09 @ 11:02 PM)
Husband of "Cool" Clary says:

I didn't know Clary when she wore the gold dress; so I can't offer any experience as to her coolness. I can say that it amazes me how much cooler and more beautiful she has become every year since 1997. I'm having trouble keeping up :)

(08.04.09 @ 11:36 PM)
Sarah says:

Um, you are probably one of the coolest people I've ever met in my life. I'm intimidated by your coolness, actually.

By the way - Travis, you're pretty cool yourself. :) Your kids are so lucky to have such an awesome set of parents!

(08.05.09 @ 09:14 AM)
Tori Goessling says:

That must be a common slip for junior high! I remember 5th grade science class when a class mate meant to say octopus tentacles and instead said testacles. This also was around the time when we had our first sex ed classes at school. Easy mistake if you ask me! LOL

(08.05.09 @ 10:00 AM)
Jennie says:

Happy, happy post. Love it...and I am in love with the amazing gold fringe dress. I mean, really...how much more fun can a dress get? Also, just to reiterate what everyone else says, I think you're about as cool as they can get. And if you insist on feeling "uncool," I generally like to describe myself as "tragically unhip", which sounds way more desperate than "uncool." Long live cool!

(08.05.09 @ 11:37 AM)
Nikki says:

Just looking at that pic. of you... it's so obvious you were going to grow up to be uber cool. Travis obviously saw the potential. He totally knew what he had on his hands. Good for him for snatching you up before all the cool kids realized what they were missing. ;)

(08.05.09 @ 12:19 PM)
Nikki says:

Just looking at that pic. of you... it's so obvious you were going to grow up to be uber cool. Travis obviously saw the potential. He totally knew what he had on his hands. Good for him for snatching you up before all the cool kids realized what they were missing. ;)

(08.05.09 @ 12:22 PM)
Nikki Welch says:

Great post! And your biz cards rock! :)

(08.05.09 @ 12:58 PM)
Sarah S says:

Clary, I think everyone thinks your cool. I mean my bridemaids are already talking about getting to meet you at the wedding! Love the new cards and I can't wait to get to hang with you soon! I

(08.05.09 @ 05:26 PM)
Truc says:

Love the story, and awesome business cards!

(08.05.09 @ 06:29 PM)
Brit says:

I think you're awesome! LOVE the new business cards btw!

(08.05.09 @ 09:51 PM)
Mel MAC says:

Go Leclaire Mustangs (they were the mustangs at the time weren't they?) Anyway I've always thought you were cool, and I even experienced that gold dress first hand, dancing around with you in your back yard with the fringe swirling. ;) Loveyou!

(08.06.09 @ 11:02 AM)
Dionna says:

I agree with Daysha- the coolest of cool usually have no idea how cool they really are- which is what makes them cool- (can you see, I'm trying to see how many times I can use the 'cool' word!)
The cards are fab, Clary- Firecracker rocks it out!

(08.06.09 @ 10:16 PM)
andrea says:

you have such an amazing gift...such a sweetheart and genuine person. I love that you can put it all out on the table and own your feelings, but unfortunately Clary, you are cool. seriously cool. hate to break it to you. xoxo!

(08.07.09 @ 01:53 AM)
andrea says:

oh! love the new business cards too....I need one of those!

(08.07.09 @ 01:54 AM)
bobbi says:

PHENOMENAL BIZ CARDS!!!!!!! I love the photo of you with all that hair :) I miss you. And, for the record... I think you're the cooooooolest. :)

(08.07.09 @ 09:45 AM)
Lindsey says:

you know I think you're super cool and want to hang out and learn all kinds of stuff from you!
LOVE letterpress anything, and these cards are soo beautiful!

(08.07.09 @ 05:07 PM)
jodie says:

What makes you so cool is that you just embrace who you are!
PS- Nice paper products just make a girl smile, and those are no exception. Great choice.

(08.08.09 @ 07:46 AM)
Amanda Zika says:

Yep, I think I am going to have to compete with the dorkiness. I have some lovely pictures - bowl haircut, buck teeth, dangly 80's earrings. Oh, the glam of it all. Great post and anyone who reads this can tell how in love you and Travis are. May God bless the two of you with a lifetime of happiness.

(08.10.09 @ 12:29 PM)
Pamela says:

i can't believe i missed this post....! you are probably the coolest person i know and i LOVE your new cards. such class. such style.

(10.14.09 @ 01:07 PM)
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July 20, 2009
Farmers Markets always make me so happy. The colors and people. Knowing I'm supporting local farmers and getting the freshest produce. Sadly, Farmer's Markets are not a part of my life being I'm spending Saturdays with amazing couples celebrating their wedding. But this is not about bellyaching, this is about longing to walk around on a sun filled morning drinking coffee and selecting goodies. The answer my friends, is CSA. Full credit goes to Travis for finding ours here. If this spikes your interest at all, please check out the site which includes a ton of info and feel free to ask any questions. 

Join us.


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Karin says:

I'm not going to lie - even though I love your weddings and your sessions - these posts are my favorite. I too enjoy farmers markets and duh- yummy meals! Pioneer Woman would be proud! Thanks for doing posts like these! They always make me smile!

(07.20.09 @ 11:11 PM)
Mel Mac says:

Wow looks delicious and you know how I feel about seafood.. The family picks make my heart melt!

(07.21.09 @ 12:26 AM)
Jennie says:

Yum!!!!! You know how I love food, and how I love CSAs...yours looks fabulous! I must try this recipe...we have lots of zucchini. I finally broke down and made zucchini bread, but I made a chai-spice zucchini bread and a chocolate wave zucchini bread to mix things up.

I love that your CSA labels the veggies and gives quick instructions on them (kohlrabi--bulb tastes like broccoli, leaves like kale), as we get ours in a bag, and sometimes we have to play "which green is this?" game with our bounty for the week.

(07.21.09 @ 08:21 AM)
Pamela says:

i love so many things about this post, i don't even know where to start! if i were you, i'd display some of those in my kitchen.

anytime you ever swing thru kirkwood, feel free to cook for me. i'll even get starbucks for you. ;)

also- one huge reason why i was so interested in photography when i was younger was so that i could have beautiful pictures of my (someday) family like that. my aunt took beautiful pictures just like yours and even as an 11 yr old, i knew i wanted to learn how to do it. your post makes me all fuzzy and nostalgic. thanks!

(07.21.09 @ 09:32 AM)
paula leme says:

everything looks so yummy!! i feel like cooking now!
you did a great job: on the photos and on the cooking as well ;)

(07.21.09 @ 09:58 AM)
Amanda Zika says:

Clary!!!! I 2nd Karin - you would do Ree proud!!! Love it! I am so trying this recipe too! It looks yummy. Plus, your kiddos are so cute :) Great post!

(07.21.09 @ 11:07 AM)
nicky says:

oh my goodness - your little jettie is just adorable :) sweet pics of your kiddos, and awesome produce shots. we live in soulard, so you know the market is a big part of our lives!

(07.21.09 @ 11:49 AM)
clary5four says:

Thanks Karin!! That means so much coming from you:)
Mel Mac-I love you, even thought you don't like seafood.
Jennie!! I'm emailing you about the chai-spice zucchini bread, that sounds divine! and make sure the check out Lily's link.
Pamela-that is exactly why I start and encourage every client to do this because it is the everyday that is beautiful.
Paula! Make it, you'll thank me later.
Thanks Amanda and Nicky!

(07.21.09 @ 12:05 PM)
clary5four says:

Oh!! ps-nicky, I'm jealous...think of me next time you're there:)

(07.21.09 @ 12:07 PM)
Bianca Valentim says:

Beautiful images!!!
What a cute family you guys are!
Loved the food pictures. They look delicious!
:)

(07.21.09 @ 12:32 PM)
Brit Tucker says:

I definitely e-mailed your CSA after reading about it a while back. I searched a million others, but found that yours was perfect....now if only they will add us to their list next season!!

(07.21.09 @ 09:00 PM)
Amanda Zika says:

Oh yeah, forgot to mention I am OBSESSED with Elsah, my husband and I used to take a trip out to Grafton once a month and would always drive through the picturesque streets (well, like 3 streets) in Elsah. It looks like it should be in Better Homes and Gardens or something :)

(07.22.09 @ 11:33 AM)
andrea says:

wow. just wow. simply an amazing post! I love your hair in the semi-profile shot of you...and Hughes and Jettie are so adorable! What great family moments. AND it is 6 am and I want shrimp...

(07.23.09 @ 06:26 AM)
Truc says:

Oh, everything looks so delicious! Gorgeous photos, and Hughes and Jettie look so cute!

(07.23.09 @ 07:22 AM)
Taffy says:

Love the pics, Hughes and Jettie are so adorable.

(07.23.09 @ 08:21 AM)
Kelly Manno says:

First of all let me say, that is some of the grossest food I have ever seen in my life, I don't think I've ever eaten a "beet" or "raddish" and I have no clue what "bok choy" is....but my GOD your kids are cute!!!! Come to my house some night for dinner....cheesey hot dogs with a side of pringles chips - whoo hooo!

Love ya!
Kelly Manno

(07.23.09 @ 10:57 PM)
Polly says:

Ok maybe you should start a food blog too, because this looks and sounds delicious! Oh and I need the recipe for the chai-spice zucchini bread too!! YUM!! I think markets are my favorite places during the summer and fall. People are great and the produce always looks so amazing!!! FYI Clary...you're kids are too cute, just adorable!!!

(07.24.09 @ 08:20 AM)
Anonymous says:

Kelly! Cheese dogs are my favorite!!! Have you ever wrapped them in crescent rolls and baked them. Serious yum!
Polly-the recipe for the chi-zucchini bread is in your inbox and anyone else who wants it, just let me know:) Thanks again Jennie!

(07.24.09 @ 05:55 PM)
Anonymous says:

Kelly! Cheese dogs are my favorite!!! Have you ever wrapped them in crescent rolls and baked them. Serious yum!
Polly-the recipe for the chi-zucchini bread is in your inbox and anyone else who wants it, just let me know:) Thanks again Jennie!

(07.24.09 @ 05:55 PM)
Clary says:

Kelly! Cheese dogs are my favorite!!! Have you ever wrapped them in crescent rolls and baked them. Serious yum!
Polly-the recipe for the chi-zucchini bread is in your inbox and anyone else who wants it, just let me know:) Thanks again Jennie!

(07.24.09 @ 05:55 PM)
Christine says:

You can cook too! Talented lady for sure :) Your veggies look super yummy. Gotta love CSA's

(07.24.09 @ 09:37 PM)
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Can't help but miss Rich and Beck while posting these pictures. Besides absolutely loving them as a couple, their family and friends made photographing the wedding day a dream. Over a year ago Rich's dad sent me an email about R&B's engagement session and how the pictures captured them so well. He talked about how beautiful Becky was and how he's not quite sure 'how Rich captured her'. For Rich and Becky's Day After session we met out in the country and photographed within a 10 mile radius of claryphoto's home and office. I'm in love with the results of warmth and light which, for me, completely captures Rich and Becky:):)

ps-the field pictures are my favorite because the make my head all fuzzy with love.




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paula leme says:

great images and amazing light ;)

(06.22.09 @ 01:17 PM)
nicky says:

wow, b-e-a-u-tiful! love it!

(06.22.09 @ 01:45 PM)
nicky says:

oh, and your favorite is my favorite - just so sweet! she is gorgeous!

(06.22.09 @ 01:47 PM)
Darbi says:

Is it news that I think these are amazing? :) And I think i recognize the black oil silos or whatever they are... ;) What a beautiful couple!!

(06.22.09 @ 02:44 PM)
Amanda says:

I love her dress and the nostalicness (is that a word?) to this photos! I absolutely love them. They are going to be super thrilled with these!

(06.22.09 @ 05:02 PM)
Pamela says:

you're right- the photos in the field are absolutely GORGEOUS!

(06.22.09 @ 05:17 PM)
Ellen Sonderegger says:

These are lovely!
That field of yellow flowers makes my heart melt!

(06.22.09 @ 06:09 PM)
Beck says:

Thank you so much. Some of these are so us, it's amazing how well our personalities come through. We had so much fun doing these and spending the afternoon with you. Rich just groaned at my rainboot picture but I love it just as much as my other shoe pictures (the blue ones and the black ones, the purple ones and the red ones, well all of them) cheers!

(06.22.09 @ 09:06 PM)
Mel Mac says:

Love Love Love the wildflowers! All of these are amazing, almost as amazing as you ;)

(06.23.09 @ 12:01 AM)
jodie says:

So romantic!

(06.23.09 @ 09:21 AM)
Tori Goessling says:

What a beautiful couple and beautiful photos. I love the contrast between the softness of the fields and the hard lines of the structural componenets! Wonderful work Clary!

(06.23.09 @ 09:58 AM)
Lisa Hessel says:

Clary you are amazing! I love love love these!

(06.23.09 @ 12:57 PM)
christine says:

You're like a fairy godmother...only with a camera :)

I love every single one!!

(06.24.09 @ 12:07 AM)
andrea says:

Wow! The field pictures are so gorgeous! I love the dress for this second shoot! I am dying to know more about it! Of course I also love the black and white ribbon on the bouquet!!!!

(06.24.09 @ 12:21 AM)
Polly says:

Gorgeous!! If this is when the old man yelled at you, it was well worth it!!!!

(06.24.09 @ 12:13 PM)
Polly says:

Day after session?? I wish I had known people do these!! Can you do a 3 years later session in a wedding dress cause I want photos like these!! Fabulous!!!!

(06.24.09 @ 12:15 PM)
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Wedding magazines sit neatly organized in plain view from my desk right now. Some are over 6 years old from our wedding planning days and others are the current glossy wedding magazines I've gasped over. There is no other excuse then to say, I love weddings, and being a small part of a couples wedding day is a dream. I am so very honored to have The Knot magazine feature Annie and Brad's wedding in the Fall/Winter 2009 issue. Thrilled in fact to add this magazine to my collection for cherishing.

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Click here to see a more pictures online or you can check out the magazine on newsstands now:)

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But wait, it gets better! The amazing cake on the left, from Scott and Vanessa's wedding, is featured in the Q&A wedding cake section and the beautiful couple on the right, Matt and Jodie (that picture still makes my heart pitter-patter and ps-they did all their portraits without seeing each other), are in a "don't miss photo op" feature of yours truly. Now the best part, the first commenter to find or guess the page number with Matt and Jodie along with the photo op advice, receives a treat from The Cupcakery* (*small disclaimer, winner must live in the STL area).


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andrea says:

Congrats Clary!!! I am so excited for you!!!!

(06.18.09 @ 11:43 PM)
Amanda Zika says:

Clary! That is so amazing! You go girl! I am soooo buying that magazine when it come out. I bet you are so excited. That is definitely an accomplishment to be proud of :)

(06.19.09 @ 12:38 AM)
Emilie says:

Clary - I think we would all agree that you are SO much more than a 'small' part of a couple's wedding day!! You capture moments and memories that are cherished for a lifetime...and not only do you capture them, but you do so in such an incredibly artistic, expressive, & emotional way! Congrats to you, and your amazing talent!

(06.19.09 @ 01:19 AM)
Becky says:

Clary, Congrats that is incredible that you are featured in the publication not once but three times. I completely agree that you are way more than a small part of the wedding day. When you spend all day with someone and are there to make sure the memories last you are a very important part of the day.

(06.19.09 @ 04:14 AM)
Dennis Bullock says:

Clary this is so cool! Congrats!

(06.19.09 @ 06:07 AM)
paula leme says:

that's so cool!! congrats, clary! ;)

(06.19.09 @ 07:58 AM)
Jennie says:

Congrats! So exciting to have your work in a wedding magazine. And now you've got me thiking about the Cupcakery. Mmmmmmmm...however, I have no good guess on page numbers. Happy Friday!

(06.19.09 @ 08:22 AM)
amanda l says:

congrats!! my guess is page 77 :)

(06.19.09 @ 08:27 AM)
Stephanie says:

I'm going to guess 27 :) Just a guess. Also, YAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAAYAY for you! So proud - you deserve it!

(06.19.09 @ 08:27 AM)
Pamela says:

that is so exciting, Clary! look how far you've come in just a handful of years! i know that i speak for countless other when i tell you that we are all so incredibly proud of you.

(06.19.09 @ 09:26 AM)
Mel Mac says:

Clary I am so so Proud of you. Congratulations on making it into the knot again! =)

(06.19.09 @ 11:07 AM)
jodie says:

You don't take a photograph, you make it. ~Ansel Adams

Clary, you truly are a blessing to everyone you crosses your path. Much love!

(06.19.09 @ 11:39 AM)
Amber says:

That is a beautifully shot wedding! I stumbled across your blog, and love your work. Can i ask, did the knot approach you before the wedding, or once it had been shot to feature... just curious!!

(06.19.09 @ 01:56 PM)
Lindsey says:

Gorgeous! You are such a fabulous photographer, and such a fun person.
Page 86?

(06.19.09 @ 02:43 PM)
clary says:

You all are the best!! and truly make my day.

You also know me too well with all the 2 and 7 guesses. Sadly the page number is not 2, 22, 27 or 77 BUT the article is titled "7 must photo-ops". No joke!

(06.19.09 @ 02:52 PM)
Christine says:

That is awesome Clary!! I have to say, I'm not surprised and it is well deserved :)

(06.19.09 @ 03:42 PM)
Brit Tucker says:

Yes, I went out and bought the issue. But I have an excuse...I have a wedding to plan! It is on page 28!

(06.19.09 @ 09:03 PM)
Polly says:

Congrats Clary!! It is well deserved!!

(06.22.09 @ 08:20 AM)
clary says:

Good Job BRIT!! Email on its way:)

(06.22.09 @ 08:35 AM)
Gillian says:

Gorgeous - love that shot in the field!!!!

(07.03.09 @ 10:13 PM)
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