One Hour Engagement Session

What’s a 15 minute mini-session? Is it quality or quantity? Let me tell you, it is neither. As a client, it takes 15 minutes to get comfortable striking a pose, settling in and exuding confidence. Even professional models take longer that 15 minutes for a photo shoot. How is a photographer expected to connect, relate and gain trust to make their clients shine in 15 minutes? Puh-lease, just stop with the 15 minute, 50 dollar robbery to your clients. Offer them something they will cherish instead of a quick, lackluster experience. Making a connection with your people is what it’s all about. In a world filled with hectic, microwaveable processes, can we just slow the pace and take one hour to relax and enjoy life?

Ok ok, sure it only took Lauren and Jace 30 seconds to drop into fire status. However, we knew each other from Jace’s sister’s wedding in April (Melea & Jonny). They also have beautiful chemistry so capturing their engagement session was magical. Sure, it could have taken us 15 minutes, but call me selfish. I wanted to spend time with them. As a creative, I thrive off of great vibes and good mojo. I need that emotion as a vehicle to express my work. Even though there are only (!) 19 photos posted in this blog, check out the link to their ONE hour photo session. Lauren & Jace As always, thanks for your brainwaves. Location: West Overton Museum

Late Summer Wedding

Cheers to Erin & Colten

Excitement fills my heart when I hear of a couple’s wedding day plans. I approach every wedding to best capture their unique relationship and Big Day dreams. Erin and Colten just had a great vibe when describing their Love Story. They included everything from historic buildings and an outdoor ceremony to a scotch bar and adorable “flower grannies”. Even though I packed this blog with more photos than usual, I think the best portrait of them is the nocturne. It includes only the props of a candelabra and her bouquet against a wooden backdrop. Colten kisses Erin’s hand as she stares directly into the lens, with a bit of an attitude that declares, “He’s all mine”. Their romantic vows to each other could have been stanzas lifted from a poem by Pablo Naruda. Everything was perfect under the breezes of late summer. Referral Fact: Erin was in her brother’s wedding as a bridesmaid back in 2020. Tyler and Jessica You can view all of Erin and Colten’s wedding photos at Aaron McGregor Photography. Thanks and Cheers! Wedding Venue: The Willow House

Warm & Fuzzy Springs Forth

Portraits Now!

The kaleidoscopic transition of foliage always heralds in the start of holiday portrait season. Oppressive humidity gives way to cooler weather and all day photo sessions. Our summer tans still radiate like the golden beaches of vacation. The warm and fuzzy season sprouts like marshmallows on hot cocoa. These photos of the Prosdocimo family were taken last fall at Bushy Run. They are just a small handful of the 225 photos they received from that one-hour photo session. Email me at amcgregorphoto@gmail.com to book your portrait session before the sunlight wanes into the hot cocoa. Aaron McGregor Portraits

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Hiatus Rejuvinated

My niece, Aley, and her groom Joe embraced each other on October 31, 2022. Yes, that seems like a decade ago but they are still celebrating their honeymoon – as it should be. I haven’t been blasting everyone with promos and blog posts in a while because I didn’t know where I would be after hip surgery. Well let me tell you that modern medicine and prayers are miraculous! They replaced my hip and it has been a life changer. Just wanted to let you know that your genetic DNA should never hold you back from your passion. Let me know if you want a 2024 wedding discount. Contact me! www.amcgregorphotography.com

Wedding Adjustments 2020

An amazing year of 2020 has just finished. Yep, that is not a typo and I am not delusional. A wedding that has been in the planning phase for 2 years will NOT be stopped… NOT now, NOT EVER! Fortunately, all of the crazy shifting of dates in 2020 to alternative dates has been relatively easy. I recommended Friday or Sundays & many brides were already thinking that move to avoid venue, DJ & photographer conflicts with other wedding clients. A reputable photographer will require a signed contract. This is absolutely crucial: it locks in the photographer to be present on your wedding day unless an act of God determines otherwise. As we begin a new year, my next blog posts will focus on an amazing 2020 filled with Love Stories & Amazing People. Today is NOT the day to quit living, NOT now, NOT EVER! Check out my site, for new updates! www.amcgregorphotography.com