I got two great thank-you emails over the weeeknd that I absolutely HAVE to share -
I occasionally do pet portraits for Northern Lights Sled Dog Rescue. Having great portraits of the dogs really helps people connect with the animals and get these beautiful dogs adopted into their new "forever homes." On Sunday, I got this email from the president of the rescue:
"...wanted to thank you SO MUCH for the beautiful photos you took at Kris J's!!! I will tell you we had a potential foster for Harrison who thought he might be "too old" -- 'til she saw your photos! He is doing great in foster!
We so appreciate you taking time to do this for us!"
This is just one of the photos I delivered for Harrison:
It's amazing to know that my photo helped a dog that needed a home and a family to love get a chance he would not have otherwise had.
I often get thank-yous from, Brides, Grooms and parents after photographing a wedding, but this email was from one of the Groomsen at Friday's wedding - A truly unique missive in my experience these 8 years shooting weddings. :)
"Good Morning,
I was a Groomsmen in the Obering-Van Hoegarden Wedding this past weekend, and wanted to share my thoughts on how the photography session went.
At each wedding I go to, I undoubtedly take away something that will forever remind me of what that day was all about. Music, food, venue, or other...something always sticks out to me where I can say "That was so and so's wedding!" After seeing Matt work and being a part of this photo session, I can say that I'm certain I will never be a part, of or see better wedding pictures in my lifetime. The experiences during Matt's shoot, from location to the overall fun we were having as a wedding party is unmatched. The pictures I've already seen are fantastic and I can't wait to see the rest. Matt's ability to capture the people, places and things that make up such a special day are fantastic! Keep up the great work!
Sincerely,
Stuart"
Every wedding I shoot, I put everything I've got in to making the best photos possible, and the biggest smile I can get is when that effort is recognized and appreciated. Thanks, Stuart, you really made my day! :) !!