We were supposed to be phasing out the old banner from Ian Lozada Photography. Really, we were. But when the center banner from our new bridal show booth got lost in shipping from the printers and a replacement failed to arrive in time for the Metro Bridal Show, we were forced to use the old banner one more time. Those of you who were sharp enough to use our QR code were sent to the new website, where you were routed straight to the show specials.

In case you were wondering what the new banner was supposed to look like:

As you can imagine, over 170 weddings in 11 different states over the last 6 seasons, I've learned a little bit about making the best of it when things don't work out the way they were planned, which is a very good skill to have in the business of weddings.

Can't wait to hear from you about your plans!

My thanks to Melissa Buck and Kellie Stoddart of Seasons Catering and The Signature Club for inviting me to be a part of this event. Didn't really have time to get a camera out and take proper photos, but tried to run a little video during the few and far between spare moments.

Taking a moment to come up for air today... I've been lost in website hosting land, putting together the back-end for the blogsite for our new wedding business-- did I say that out loud?  In the meantime, 5 year old Caroline and I also got out long enough to walk around a high energy Westchester bridal show -- Carrie had a blast but was disappointed there were no cake vendors. (That cost me a trip to the ice cream parlor afterwards.)

Saw a great wedding highlights film today from North Carolina that totally made me forget for a moment the cold rain outside.  Check out the beautiful beach settings, the seashell canopy, the awesome first look on a little dock, and... dolphins!  Spring is just around the corner!

The Signature Club of Lansdowne and Seasons Catering are getting set to put on their annual event, The Art of Entertaining, and this year, they've asked me to be a part of it.  Every year, a selection of Lexington's finest designers, florists and other vendors put together their interpretations of elegance in decorating for your special soiree.  Come out March 31st between 5 and 7 pm and be inspired by their creations, enjoy some lovely culinary delights from Seasons, and maybe talk with your favorite photographer (that would be me, silly) about how we can preserve everything you want to remember about your wedding, from that smallest thoughtful detail to those passionate moments you'll feel again each time you view your album.

Booking season is rolling on, and next Sunday, March 21st, I'll be appearing at the Tapestry bridal show at the Galt House. Tapestry is specifically geared towards multicultural brides, and as you've probably seen here, I specialize in weddings of many cultures, including Indian, Jewish, and Eastern Orthodox traditions.  I just added my first Arabic wedding for July, as well!

Here's the latest on which dates are unavailable for 2010:

March 26, 27, 28

April 17, 24, 25

May 21, 22, 23

June 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 19, 26, 27

July 10, 11, 16, 17

October 16

As you can imagine, I expect to see a number of inquiries come up shortly, so if you're still needing to lock down your date with me, don't delay!