Delsey and Mizraim
A few weeks ago, I got a call on a Friday morning asking if there was any way for me to photograph their wedding … later in the same day! Sadly, their original photographer was “weathered out” (terminology used in Southeast Alaska when you can’t travel because of inclement weather…
Thankfully, it turned out I had the ability to move some obligations around and was able to help!
These two have been wonderful to work with. Delsey has been sweet and inviting and caring, even with big last minute changes! As with many weddings, as the schedule of the day was discussed, she had a calmness about any shifting timelines as the day unfolded. And Mizraim is the kind of guy you want in your corner! His car turns eyes, but his heart for others is really what is notable. You’ll see his love for Delsey come through in the images!
Also, I have to mention how amazing this band was. They came in from Puerto Rico just for the night and man were they good (and loud!) Everyone was on the dance floor and it was so much fun!
Okay, enough of the commentary Cody… See the rest of their photos here: https://photos.codyjbennett.com/Weddings/Delsey-and-Mizraim/
Enjoy!
-Cody
Natalie and Steve
I love a good party.
This summer we had the pleasure of photographing Natalie & Steve’s wedding day. These two are humble and loving and really know how to pull together a group of people who are excited for photos! The food was great and the decorations were sublime. If you were there, you know how much fun everyone had dancing, snapping photos, and genuinely enjoying the party.
I hope you enjoy these highlights. You can see the whole collection here: https://photos.codyjbennett.com/Weddings/Steve-and-Natalie
Enjoy!
-cb
Food!
If you’ve spent any time around me, you know that I love food. In fact, I love what I refer to as “ruinous foods”… Aka, any dish that ruins every future encounter with said food… It just sets the bar at a new level. Two off the top of my head are Ray’s Boathouse (in Seattle) has croutons that are so delicious, and so unique that you just have to experience them to know how all other croutons don’t measure up.
But this post isn’t specifically about Ray’s croutons. It’s a quick post to show off some images that I captured working with the great Venietia Santana of V’s Cellar Door.
V’s Nachos are ruinous. I can’t make “real” nachos at home without covering it in something like a slaw and including various other ingredients including different sauces. I can’t figure out how to replicate her dish at home, but rest assured, I’ll keep trying.
It was a fun day to capture these shots, and I got to eat them afterwards! Heather is a bit of a closet foodie too, and she was the perfect stylist to the day – these are really a great collaboration. Venietia handled the food, Heather brought the vision to life, and I captured it all (in camera and in belly!)
Northcutt Family Photos
I was just looking through some of my photos for the year and was smiling thinking about the fun we had with the Northcutt’s and extended family this summer. We spent some time out at the Arboretum, and loved watching the kids explore and family connect. Later we gathered at their home to capture a few more images to round out the collection. Take a look at this beautiful family!
Heidi and Noah
I’ve known Heidi for nearly 20 years now and it’s so special to see what she has with Noah. These maternity photos were marked with laughter, sun, and some chilly wind. Their daughter arrived April 26th to two thrilled parents… Without further ado, take a look!
-cb
See the full gallery here.
Jessica & Xavier
Yay for beautiful sunshine and wonderful weddings. This Saturday I had the pleasure of photographing Jessica & Xavier’s wedding day. These two are a blast and they’ve got a tight-knit group of friends which made for lots of fun hanging out under a waterfall during the wedding party photos.
I’m just posting a few highlights; I was on staff for Becoming Images this time around, so Penny will get images processed and posted as soon as her wedding season calms down.
Enjoy!
-cb
Marie & Colt
Another outing as a hired hand to assist Penny McGoey of Becoming Images. I love working with Penny. She’s a blast, super creative, down to earth, and just plain awesome. Sometimes I show up as the odd-man-out because I don’t have any prior relationship with the bride and groom, so I’m often there behind a camera, letting Penny handle the relationship side of things while I quietly snap away hundreds of photos through the day. Not so this time!
I first met Colt 15 (or so) years ago. Marie wasn’t anywhere to be seen. Just recently they both resurfaced at a game of Ultimate Frisbee. What a cool couple. They’re both confident, capable, genuinely wonderful folks. And they’re quite the good looking duo too! Here’s a teaser – get the rest from http://becomingimages.com!
Foodie Photos?
Being multifaceted, I find myself presented with all kinds of new challenges. Recently, Venietia of V’s Cellar Door asked me if I could create an image that she could use for an advertisement board targeting passengers at the Juneau Visitor Center.
I should be clear: I don’t consider myself a food photographer. I like to eat food. I like good looking photos of food, but I’m not sure that I’ve ever taken a photo of plated food before, outside of some detail shots at a wedding buffet line!
Here’s the result. I had some help in determining angles, lighting, etc. from those who happened to be by the restaurant that day.
Also, these nachos are delicious!!!
Kimberley & Zachary
I had the good fortune to link up with Penny McGoey of Becoming Images to help photograph a beautiful wedding at the Twisted Fish with portraits at the Thane Orehouse property. The weather couldn’t have been more amazing, though we were expecting some sideways rain. For the rest, head over to http://becomingimages.com!
Angi & Sean
One of my favorite weddings. The weather was killer (almost too warm for Juneau) but it fit the hot-pink of the wedding party attire. These guys were fun, full of laughs and a joy every step of the way.
Take a look at a few highlights below!
Enjoy,
-cb
Olivia & Brice
Olivia & Brice came in from Missouri for their wedding at the Shrine of St. Therese. Their day was filled with beauty and antics (for instance, chasing several small dogs out of traffic). We shared in laughter and fun and the beauty of a cloudless Juneau day. Here’s one image I had shared on Facebook so their family & friends at a distance could see how stunning this duo is.
Kjerstin & Brandon
Just a few from Kjerstin & Brandon’s wedding. These two are amazing and have an amazing collection of people who love them. I’m such a lucky guy to have gotten the opportunity to photograph their wedding day. I’m stoked to have their album finished in the next few weeks!
Hannah & Kaleb
Love these guys. I’ve known Kaleb and the McGoey’s since they got into town, and it’s been fun to watch him grow up, graduate, and now get married. I’m not sure what it was about this ceremony, but I noticed myself tearing up behind the camera often. Good thing I have a big hunk of glass to hide my eye-sweat. 😉
Take a look:
Wearable Arts
Each year the Juneau Arts & Humanities Council steps out to create an absolutely amazing event: Wearable Arts.
It is one of the largest events in Juneau each year, and I can only presume that it will continue to grow. Artists work for months in advance to prepare pieces of art that they or their model will strut down the runway in front of an at-capacity audience in Centennial Hall. Every piece is amazing; we have some phenomenal talent in Juneau!
In short, you don’t want to miss it.
But, over the last few years, that’s exactly what I did. With my wedding & portrait photography, a full time job, being married (etc, etc) photography was often kept (somewhat intentionally) on the backburner in order to prepare for the upcoming spring and summer busyness.
This year though, Nancy reached out to ask if I could be the primary event photographer as their normal go-to-gal, Seanna Hines (Seanna O’Sullivan Photography) was unavailable this year. I agreed (somewhat reluctantly) as being away from Heather with only 4 weeks to go in our pregnancy isn’t so appealing.
If you follow the above link to the galleries of the event, you’ll see even more photos from the talents of both Adam Wood & Kaley McGoey who joined in the fun over the weekend.
Alumni & Friends
This last Saturday, Heather and I volunteered to assist the UAS Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament in Haines. We would meet an Allen Marine boat in the morning, load up, and then head towards Haines to play on their 9-hole course. We’d have lunch waiting for us at the course and the golfers would set off to their ways. Dinner would be served during the return trip to Juneau. And, because we’re in Southeast Alaska waters, the likelihood was high to make a couple of stops for wildlife along the way.
As a volunteer, my primary duty was to be a schlepper of stuff (golf bags, coolers, etc, etc), but at the last minute I realized that I could serve in an additional capacity: with my camera! I decided that I would photograph the earlier parts of the day and then for the boat ride home, I’d have a slideshow rolling to let people look back on the day. Easy right?
In retrospect, everything went pretty darn smoothly. I culled to somewhere around 100 photos on my laptop, set up a flatscreen TV (secured with all sorts of tape), and got the show rolling just as passengers were loading back on the boat. The show was well received, and seemed to make for a fun conversation piece. Anyhow, I thought I’d share all of the images from the collection. See the rest of the photos after the jump.
Enjoy!
Long Day
Something caught my attention here. Maybe it's the beauty in spite of the telephone poles & cell towers & sirens & abandoned vehicles? #feelingcontemplative #leavingwork #longday
Mornings Don’t Suck
Gosh Juneau mornings don't suck. #sunrise #windchillblowshard #destinationeaglecrest
Good morning world
Title: Good morning world. #shouldbeatwork #anothersunrise #brr
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A Youngster
As I was driving along the road, in the distance I saw what looked like a cat just sitting and relaxing in my lane. As I came closer I realized it was a baby porcupine ambling for the woods. The sun had just set, but there was still enough warm light in the sky to capture some images of him… Take a look:
Check out other wildlife/fine-art photos here.
Happenstance Macro
I had a meeting tonight that fell through, and so in the next 15 minutes or so I explored the undeveloped back lot of some condos… I love to look. I love to explore. Tonight I found a Daddy Long Legs and MAN, are they UGLY! Plus, while photographing a pretty little buttercup, a fly happened to land on it for my enjoyment. It was great, except all of these are handheld and with a 200mm macro lens so I spent a lot of time trying to breathe slowly and not move a muscle (while wobbling in my crouched-to-the-ground position.) I don’t know how those sharp shooters get so well trained to slow their bodies… Maybe it’s just practice. Anyhow, take a look:
See these and more in the Fine Art Gallery.
