Event Catchers® Photography

The Planner WEDS!

2011-10-31T19:58:00.016-04:00

I've known Rayn for over 2 years now. She is the owner of R Elegance, a superior event planning company located in Charlotte NC. I've worked with her in the past and know first hand that she is one of the hardest working planners in the business. You can only imagine my surprise when Rayn approached me to photograph her own wedding. In all actuality, I was HONORED. Planners are picky.... and to be "chosen" really means a lot!

Rayn and Rashad make a beautiful couple. Family and friends commented that day that "they" knew these two would be together from the beginning. Rayn has that nurturing spirit that Rashad seemed to take to from day one. Rayn admitted she waited for her man... and as the story goes, "good things come to those who wait!"

Dreams came true that day... it was a beautiful ceremony for two beautiful spirits who became one. Thank you for the opportunity!

Together...

2011-09-12T21:42:00.021-04:00

When he contacted me I knew he was serious. He said he needed someone to capture the moments of his wedding day. How many men are interested in the details of planning a wedding? Not many!

He was different, he was determined but he didn't know exactly what he wanted. That's where she came in! When I saw them together for the first time, they gave me the feeling of being in the presence of a "Power Couple". They just seemed to have it all... together. They knew exactly what they wanted... together! Two young friends with extraordinary futures in front of them bonded together by love and respect for the other. Individually, they made the other click... together!

Joe and Raven, I am more than happy for the two of you. Together, life will be that amazing ride that you'll never want to get off! Wishing you all the blessings HE has written...

Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

The McGill Rose Garden created a romantic backdrop for this Love Story!

A DELICIOUS Red Velvet Cupcake Creation by Silver's Sweets!

The beautiful bouquet hand crafted with love by the Bride!

Simply Glowing!

Your shoes ROCKED!

ANTM!

Congratulations!!

Connie & Kai

2011-08-28T22:37:00.007-04:00

Last weekend I documented the union of Connie and Kai at the beautiful Carmel Baptist Church in Charlotte. Theirs was a traditional ceremony shared with family and close friends. It was one of the happiest celebrations I've seen- EVERYONE was smiling, laughing and just... HAPPY!

Funny, I should say that because I did not understand any portion of the ceremony or reception. I did not know what the pastor said to them, what they said to one another or what their family and friends said to or about them. Although I did not understand, I still knew. True love has no language, you just feel it and that is what I felt as photographed their day.

Connie and Kai, thank you for the opportunity to share your day. I wish you continued love and most importantly happiness for years to come... Congratulations!!

Sylvie and Roger

2011-08-03T19:00:00.010-04:00

On July 23, I watched Sylvie and Roger as they joined hearts as one. I was with Sylvie all day as she transformed into a Queen preparing for her King. I witnessed both tears and smiles of joy throughout the day. It was a beautiful ceremony held at Bethel Outreach International Church filled with friends and family literally from all over the world!

Sylvie has such a gentle spirit and a warm loving heart. Its no wonder why she was blessed by the presence of so many. All night long EVERYONE said the same things about her. In fact, her gentle spirit was what I noticed about her when we first met.

I am so honored that she selected me to capture the moments of her day! During their Engagement Session Sylvie and Roger prayed together before and after the shoot. I knew from then that theirs was a love that would be blessed for years to come. Congratulations!!

Here are a few of my favorite images from their day....

Just look at Roger's eyes as he sees Sylvie for the first time...

At this time Sylvie and Roger ONLY see one another! The way they are looking at each other is as if no one else is in the room!

The Acopian Hall Looked Spectacular!

The Details were AMAZING!

Simply A Beautiful Bride!

Our Time

2011-08-03T15:00:00.001-04:00

July 4th weekend, Sylvie and Roger spent some quiet time together as they prepared for their wedding day later that month. I watched them in awe as they walked, laughed and prayed together. It was amazing to witness the love God placed in their hearts for each another.

This was a surprise session that Sylvie's Bridesmaid arranged for her. I thought it was such a beautiful gesture and how special Sylvie must be to her.

Everyone should be so blessed...

Happy First 30!

2011-04-19T18:05:00.005-04:00

A celebration of love between two who waited patiently for their day to become one. By now they would have spent the "First 30" days of their new life together. Wishing you the best today and always...

Aleshia

Happy First 30! Cyntrel and Duane

2011-04-05T17:33:00.003-04:00

Approximately 30 days ago I witnessed the union between friends that joined hearts as husband and wife. It was a beautiful ceremony for a beautiful couple! This is a look back at what I saw...Enjoy!

Her Day!

2011-03-27T00:23:00.005-04:00

Earlier this month I photographed a wedding of one of the happiest brides one could work with! She was not camera shy and truly enjoyed "Her Day"! I wish the two of you many years together as one.

I want to thank Pastor Boakye-Yiadom of Ghana Mission Methodist Church for the opportunity to work within his church home again. Here are a few of my favorites...

An Example for Others...

2011-03-14T10:14:00.007-04:00

Last weekend I had the pleasure to witness the union between Cyntrel and Duane. A beautiful young couple that as their pastor said, "Are an example for others to follow". This wedding was at the St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church in Columbia SC. It was coordinated by Rayn Leland of RL Elegance.

Cyntrel was a sweet bride and no matter who I spoke to that day, they all said the same thing! What I saw were two young friends who really have fun together...the comfort level between them was off the charts! They just seemed to compliment one another.

They opted to do a "First Look" before the ceremony to have a few minutes alone and capture some special moments together. That turned out to be a good decision as I could not get the two of them away once the party started!! Everyone had a great time but Cyntrel and Duane were in a zone all their own!

Thanks so much for allowing me to capture you day! I wish the two of you a lifetime of fun, love and happiness together!

A special thanks to DW Photography who assisted in capturing some of the images of the day.

Second Year in a Row!!

2011-02-28T14:28:00.001-05:00

We've Captured the Brides Choice Award Again! A sincere thank you to all of my clients that entrust my services to capture their once in a lifetime moments... This is only possible because of you!

Charlotte, NC – {February 28, 2011} - WeddingWire, the nation’s leading wedding technology company, is thrilled to announce EventCatchers® Photography has been selected to receive the prestigious annual WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards™ 2011 for Photography Services!

Recognition for the Bride’s Choice Awards™ 2011 is determined by recent reviews and extensive surveys from over 750,000 WeddingWire newlyweds. Our past clients are among those that shared their experiences on WeddingWire, the largest wedding review site in the nation.

EventCatchers® Photography stands among the top five percent of wedding professionals in the WeddingWire community, representing quality and service excellence within the wedding industry. Awards were given to the top wedding professionals across 20 service categories, from wedding venues to wedding photographers, and were based on the overall professional achievements throughout the past year.

“WeddingWire is honored to celebrate the success of the top-rated wedding professionals within the WeddingWire community,” said Timothy Chi, WeddingWire’s Chief Executive Officer. “With the annual Bride’s Choice Awards™ program, WeddingWire has the unique opportunity to recognize the best wedding professionals across the US and Canada. We applaud EventCatchers® Photography for their professionalism and dedication to enhancing the wedding planning experience last year.”

We are happy to announce that EventCatchers® Photography is among the very best Photographers within the WeddingWire Network, which includes leading wedding planning sites WeddingWire, Martha Stewart Weddings, Project Wedding and Weddingbee. We would like to thank our past clients for nominating us to receive the Bride’s Choice Awards™ 2011.

For more information, please visit our WeddingWire Storefront today!
For more information on the Bride’s Choice Awards™ 2011, please visit www.WeddingWire.com.

About WeddingWire, Inc.
WeddingWire.com, the nation's leading technology company serving the $70 billion wedding industry, is the only online wedding planning resource designed to empower both engaged couples and wedding professionals. For engaged couples, WeddingWire offers the ability to search, compare and book over 200,000 local wedding vendors, from wedding venues to wedding photographers to wedding cakes. WeddingWire also offers an online community and a suite of cutting-edge planning tools for weddings, including wedding websites and wedding checklists, all at no charge. For wedding professionals, WeddingWire provides free online management tools creating the only market opportunity that gives local businesses control over their clients, reviews, leads and performance. Businesses that join the WeddingWire Network appear on WeddingWire.com and other leading sites, including MarthaStewartWeddings.com (NYSE: MSO), ProjectWedding.com and Weddingbee.com (both part of eHarmony), and Celebrations.com (part of the 1-800-Flowers family of brands, NASDAQ: FLWS).

Happy First 30!! Isaac and Joyce

2011-01-11T14:19:00.007-05:00

WOW!! 1/11/11... How will you remember this day? For Isaac and Joyce, this is the "First 30" days as their time as one. It was a unique experience for me as I captured not only the familiar church ceremony but I also captured moments of the more traditional ceremony between the families of the bride and groom. In both ceremonies, Joyce was a beautiful bride and Isaac was a happy groom. Wishing both of you much love and success as you continue to share your life as one...

A December Union...

2010-12-17T21:58:00.014-05:00

Last weekend I had the pleasure to photograph the union of Joyce and Isaac. They became one in the presence of family and close friends at the Ghana Mission United Methodist Church in Charlotte. It was a beautiful ceremony and Joyce was a lovely bride. The reception was held at the historic Palmer Building built the 1930s. I am honored to have been able to capture the moments between these two. Here are a few of my favorites...

Happy First 30! Rev. and Mrs. McClendon

2010-11-02T21:43:00.004-04:00

Congratulations on the First 30 days of the rest of your lives together! I am honored that I had the opportunity to capture the moments of your union as one. Here is a brief look back on your day...

Happy First 30!! CK One

2010-10-24T22:40:00.005-04:00

About 30 days ago I witnessed two friends become one. In a ceremony at the historic St. Mary's Chapel, surrounded by family and friends the love between these two was easy to capture. This was an union choreographed by The Silk Veil and was filled with moments of joy from the beginning to end. She is my Pretty in Pink Bride and I will forever be grateful to have been able to capture these special moments for her. This is what I saw....

Unforgettable Moments

2010-10-10T00:24:00.006-04:00

It really says something when your shoes can tell a story...

Well First Lady McClendon your shoes spoke volumes!! Your mother and makeup artist were wondering what was so special about these shoes as I tried different angles to capture their unique message. How fitting...

My wish is that October 2nd is the beginning of many "Unforgettable Moments" shared between you and Rev. McClendon.

Here are a few of the first that I captured...

Pretty in Pink!!

2010-09-30T23:17:00.006-04:00

I promised her a preview in a week. Normally that consist of 10 images or less but I have so many favorites from this wedding I didn't know when to stop. Special thanks to DW Photography, whose assistance was greatly appreciated!

Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Smith! I enjoyed capturing all the moments of your special day. You have a beautiful family! As it was said during your reception, it was so good to see family together for a happy occasion...

A beautiful and blushing bride... a proud groom... and pictures to PROVE IT!! It was my pleasure to capture the love between the two of you. Many blessings for years to come!!

PS... I LOVED the Cake Topper!!

We've Captured the 2010 Brides Choice Awards™

2010-03-18T23:21:00.008-04:00

Thanks to my clients who have continually entrusted Event Catchers® to capture the special moments in their lives! I appreciate your support and look forward to catching more of your events in the future. Because of you...

- WeddingWire, the nation’s leading wedding technology company, just announced Event Catchers® Photography has been selected to receive the WeddingWire 2010 Bride’s Choice Awards™ for Wedding Photography!

The annual Bride’s Choice Awards recognizes and celebrates excellence in quality and service within the wedding industry, as determined by recent reviews and extensive surveys from over 500,000 newlyweds.

Event Catchers® Photography is among the top five percent of all vendors in the WeddingWire community, which includes over 100,000 wedding professionals across the US and Canada. Awards were given to winners across 19 different service categories, from wedding venues to wedding photographers.

“We are excited to recognize and honor the success of the top wedding professionals within the WeddingWire Community” said Timothy Chi, WeddingWire’s Chief Executive Officer. “The annual Bride’s Choice Awards program has given us the unique opportunity to highlight the best wedding professionals in each region as reviewed by brides and grooms who have utilized their services in the past year.”

We are happy to announce that Event Catchers® is among the very best service providers for Wedding Photography within the WeddingWire Network, which includes WeddingWire and Martha Stewart Weddings. We would like to thank our past newlyweds for nominating us for the 2010 Bride’s Choice Awards.

For more information, please visit the Event Catchers® WeddingWire Storefront today!

About WeddingWire, Inc.
WeddingWire is the only online wedding planning resource designed to empower both engaged couples and wedding vendors. WeddingWire enables engaged couples to search, compare and book over 100,000 reviewed wedding vendors nationwide, from wedding photographers to wedding cakes. WeddingWire also offers an online community and a suite of cutting-edge planning tools, including wedding websites and wedding checklists, all at no charge. For wedding vendors, WeddingWire provides free online management tools creating the only market opportunity that gives businesses control over their clients, reviews, leads and performance. In addition, WeddingWire has partnered with Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. (NYSE: MSO) to provide its network of local vendors and online wedding-planning tools in the Weddings section of www.MarthaStewartWeddings.com. For additional information, please visit www.WeddingWire.com.

Happy First 30!!

2010-01-26T19:31:00.010-05:00

About 30 days ago I witnessed the union between Seth and Gifty at the Maestro's in New York. What a celebration of love it was!!
This is what I saw...

Seth and Gifty

2010-01-09T17:16:00.014-05:00

Friendship is the foundation to a solid relationship. Seth and Gifty have that foundation and on December 26, 2009 these two friends joined together as husband and wife. What a powerful and loving union they have made. Surrounded by family and close friends at The Maestro's in New York, Gifty made Seth the happiest man on earth that day! Here are a few of their highlights, more to come... Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

Christmas in New York

2009-12-25T00:09:00.001-05:00

Happy Holidays!! This year I will be traveling to New York to capture the magical wedding ceremony of Seth and Gifty. Seth was the best man for Charles and Linda's wedding earlier this year. I captured the images below of him and his fiance as guests during that time. Now it is their turn as bride and groom, stay tuned for their wedding story...

For Over 30 Years...

2009-12-05T10:26:00.016-05:00

They have loved and cared for one another as husband and wife. The kind of caring that goes a long way. The kind of love that grows a little more each day. I had the pleasure of spending time with them at Reedy Falls in Greenville SC. It was their anniversary and their daughter had entrusted me to capture the moments of their day. This is what I saw...

So Thankful...

2009-11-26T15:33:00.004-05:00

I'm spending the day with immediate family. Decided not to travel this holiday. Something about being home to take a minute to enjoy family and friends. I spoke to some close friends already for the day, texted others and a couple even stopped by. But no schedules to adhere to, no rush... just living.

I completed and posted an anniversary session I did over the weekend for a wonderful couple that has been married for over 30 years! I will post a sneak peek for everyone else shortly. Didn't mind "working" today. It's beautiful when work doesn't seem like itself at all. What a blessing...

Which leads me to the reason for my even posting today. I feel, "So Thankful" that I am able to work with my passion. I am, "So Thankful" to my clients who over the years have entrusted me to capture some of their most precious moments. I am, "So Thankful" that He has provided me with the gift of detail and I have found a way to use it to bring joy to others. Lastly, I am, "So Thankful" to my lil one who was running in the opposite direction of my camera as soon as she could learn to walk! Her unwillingness to "Pose for Mommie!" forced me to find new subjects!

Enjoy Life & :)
Aleshia

Birthday Details!

2009-11-01T16:31:00.011-05:00

I was going through some of my earlier images from this year and I came across one of the most thought filled events I've photographed in a long time. This was a birthday dinner party for a young lady who shared her day with family and close friends. I loved how the space was transformed into a warm intimate setting filled with flowers, details, candles, details, margaritas and YES! More details! I really enjoyed capturing your day Michelle~ Thanks for the "Camera Candy"!!

Enjoy Life &:)!
Aleshia

Shop Bellas!

2009-10-23T22:09:00.010-04:00

Earlier this month I worked with the owner of Bella's Boutique. I produced images for her product line of handbags, jewelry and accessories. Her online gallery Shop Bellas is scheduled to open early 2010. Be sure to sign up for her mailing list! Her items are Bold, Colorful and Sassy! Here are a few of my favorites.

Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

Charles and Linda- II

2009-09-16T20:52:00.072-04:00

Charles waited for Linda to arrive in the US for a long time, as she completed her education abroad. She finished and arrived here just this past May. He was determined to be with her. So on August 22, they were joined together as one at the Ghana Mission United Methodist Church in Charlotte, NC.

Here are a few of my favorites...

The Kiss...

The Cakes were Gorgeous!

A Beautiful Bride...

Check Out Linda's Eyes Below...

Elegant...

and Happy!

Enjoy Life & :)!

Aleshia

Charles and Linda

2009-08-23T23:27:00.017-04:00

This past Saturday I witnessed the colorful wedding ceremony of Charles and Linda. I do not have the words to describe the beautiful union between these two friends who have now became one. It was an afternoon filled with African traditions (both are from Ghana), family, love, singing, dancing, friends and plenty of laughter and prayer. Thank you both for the opportunity!

Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

Our Walk Together

2009-08-14T00:09:00.003-04:00

This is the video from the "Future Mr. and Mrs. McClendon" peek.

Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

Introducing Carrie B!

2009-08-07T16:14:00.020-04:00

A song writer that "was put on earth to spread love through music" is how she describes herself. A voice of pure love is what I thought when I heard her sing. Her is she... Miss Carrie B.

Before moving to Charlotte, she says she was raised in a house where music was not played. She had to create her own world of music. She began with a CD by recording artist Mariah Carey, who she refers to as her "first teacher" and she has been going since then!

Carrie B is working on her first album entitled, "Mission: Fantastic". She works with producer/manager Elvis Danne and musician Smitty of Charlotte, NC. Mixing Reggae and R&B sounds together this trio is working to take the QC by storm.

Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

Rain or Shine

2009-08-04T02:56:00.011-04:00

Here is the video from Rhea and Colin's ceremony... Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

Rhea and Collin

2009-07-12T05:16:00.018-04:00

Rhea and Collin enjoyed a beautiful outdoor ceremony among the company of family and close friends. I had a wonderful time capturing the moments of their special day. Congratulations!!

Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

My First Communion

2009-05-29T07:00:00.001-04:00

A special day for a special girl. Thanks for letting me capture it!!
Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

Future Mr. and Mrs. McClendon

2009-05-26T20:18:00.010-04:00

Memorial Day Monday I had the pleasure to capture the special moments between the future McClendon's whose wedding is scheduled for early 2010. It had been clear all day long up until the evening when we were scheduled to begin the session. I suspected a "rain check" would be in order as I drove through a thunderstorm to meet them at our location. However at the last minute the weather changed! Happily, they were able to spend the next hour together in what turned into a beautiful "rain forest"; allowing me to capture some of the images below! More to follow... Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

Salon Bella

2009-05-11T22:53:00.008-04:00

From the hard wood floors to the colorful wall art and matching room decor, Salon Bella and Spa is designed to give women a feeling of comfort from the moment we walk through the door. I had the opportunity to photograph the Charlotte, NC salon owner for an article layout in the May/June issue of Real People magazine. Here are some some the images that were captured.

Class of 2009!

2009-05-01T17:02:00.009-04:00

This year a lot of graduations are taking place. Congratulations to our 2009 seniors!!

I had the opportunity to capture a few moments of a young man preparing to embark on his college journey this fall. As we walked, took pictures,
talked, took more pictures,

laughed, and took even more pictures,

I could see him reflecting on the steps that were climbed to get him to this day. We had a great session- my seniors are always full of life and expression!!

I told him I was going to create an Event Catchers® Show on DVD for his mom. He claimed he was a little concerned about her music selection :) So I told him to let her enjoy her selection and in return I would create something different for him :)

After all, this is His Year... Congratulations DJ!!

I'm Aleshia Lamelle and I'm The Event Catcher!

2009-04-03T20:25:00.042-04:00

When I tell people about Event Catchers®, I usually get an "Ah Ha" moment from them. As simple as it sounds, I am an Event Catcher! I capture your event by catching the candid moments of emotion that occur during births, birthdays, communions, christenings, engagements, weddings, maternity shoots, anniversaries, family reunions, business promotions and really so much more...
What's your event!

I am a personal photographer capturing your most precious moments in a photojournalist way that is thoughtful and full of details. If you know my work-- you KNOW I get the details!! If you know me, you know my personal dedication and passion toward photography. I want your moments captured-- After all, they only happen once in a lifetime, no matter the occasion. As commom as birthdays are, do you know anyone who has celebrated a birthday twice? They are all different aren't they? Why not document them...

I capture these moments -- with you in them! How many times are you at an event taking pictures, later to realize you are only in few if any of the images at all? Well I solve that...

Mothers, how many times have you been at your child's event (birthday, christening, sharing ice cream, a day at the park- anything!) and there is always someone missing from the picture, usually because you have to get them to take the picture? Well I solve that! Timeless moments of you and your children can unfold beautifully in a textured hardcover coffee table Photobook to share with your friends and family.

Gentlemen, are you getting ready to ask your girlfriend to marry you? Our version of how things happened that day always seems to be a tiny bit different from yours? Well I solve that!! Have true details documented from ring buying to popping the question- all of this can placed on an Event Catcher Show dvd with music to share on television.

Everyone, aren't you tired of stopping the party to gather friends and family together to say the dreaded "CHEESE"? Well I SHRED the cheese!!! No more of the "Posey Poses"-- Lets capture real life moments that show the candid details of your event as they unfold from begining to end!

So what's your event... prom, graduation, shower, ladies night out.... guys night out? All of the above? It doesn't matter! At Event Catchers® it's simple...

You Enjoy the Moment... We Capture the Event!!™

Got Ice?

2009-03-02T12:42:00.006-05:00

As snow and ice has covered much of the east coast, Mother Nature has reminded us once again that she is in charge :) What memories of nature do you have?
This is a shoot from last fall. It's a lovely video of a mother and son taking advantage of nature and all the joys it can bring. Hope it warms you up!

Enjoy Life & :)!
Aleshia

Moments Between a Mother and Son

Lil Divas on the Town!

2009-02-16T23:51:00.010-05:00

Last week I had the pleasure to hang out with two young "Divas in Training!" One was celebrating her third birthday at Sweet & Sassy, a salon spa for kids near Charlotte. Thanks for letting me tag along ladies:) Here are a few of my favorites!

The End of Slideshows...

2009-02-06T20:59:00.006-05:00

It's great for Photographers and Photo Enthusiasts! Check it Out- I'm hooked!
You can create your own video from our photo session- Ask me how!

Sweet Deal for Valentine's Day- "OOH BABY!"

2009-02-01T02:59:00.012-05:00

Session Fees for INFANTS (0-12mo) & COUPLES are Half Off!
~Happy Valentine's Day!~ Contact us to schedule your appointment!

I have made some (more) changes to my site. I have basically gotten rid of the majority of my galleries and use a slideshow feature as my showcase now. I wanted to make your viewing experience better. I always visit other sites and hate it when I have to physically thumb thru the images to get a good look. When I hit a site and the images start coming at me right away, I am more inclined to sit back and review.

Funny thing is, eventcatcaters.com was set up like the sites I hated to visit-- go figure!! So I privatized a few galleries and added some of my best images to the public MENU pages- the images change right there by themselves. No more clicking this and that to get to public galleries- double clicking an image to make it bigger- Finding Play- Setting speed and on and on... (Getting tired just writing about the process!)

Take a look! Just work with the Menu options like Services, Contact, Event Pricing etc. Or you can just stay on the Home Page; I've added a variety of images to view right there- from Weddings to Maternity! Each image is viewable for a few seconds before it changes. You have a chance to review the information on each page as the images are shown to you.

I still have some of the galleries, like the B2B and CAUGHT --but I've trimmed the extras. I think it's a win / win for me and you: I have displayed the specific images from the particular galleries I want everyone to see in the slideshow-- And they come right to you-- without MY direction or YOUR search work! It's just an easier viewing experience all around. Check it out!

Reflections of 2008

2009-01-30T21:51:00.001-05:00

As 2008 came to an end, I wanted to reflect on some of my most memorable experiences of the year. I have been blessed to have come in contact with some of the most positive, knowledgeable and giving individuals one could hope for.

I have learned a lot in 2008 and I plan to move into 2009 full speed ahead! I'm thankful to my clients for allowing me to capture some of their most precious life moments. Thanks to my "teachers" who shared their experiences along the way and my "2nd Shooters" who, when called, were there late nights and early days!

For 2008, images were captured from Baltimore to Atlanta with Charlotte in between. There were brave US Service men to curious two year olds peeking at water streams. We captured business owners creating beats for the streets and designs for your homes interior; Others were captured creating styles for your crown exteriors! There were milestone moments, from graduations and wedding unions, to the final days of engagements and babies in wombs blooming. Mothers with daughters and sons; Soon to be fathers caressing bellies and having fun. If you called Event Catchers, we were there. Capturing your moments for a lifetime to share... Aleshia Lamelle

Share with me, Reflections of 2008... Moments captured in time, that were simply great! Enjoy Life & :)!

North Carolina to California!

2008-09-09T02:01:00.001-04:00

I recently met with my new wedding clients. Their wedding is scheduled for later this year. I have been corresponding with the bride for some weeks now, but this was our initial meeting. It was great matching a face with the voice I've been speaking to for so long! She lives in NC and will be relocating to Cali after her wedding.

She is going to be such a beautiful bride and her fiance is so hilarious! I can not wait to photograph them again. They appear to be such a fun loving couple. The bride and I seem to admire a lot of the same things. She loves the Nature's Studio and actually decided to contact me after she viewed the PhotoBOOK of Navy Blu; both galleries on www.eventcatchers.com. And when we pulled out our appointment books to schedule our next meeting- they were the SAME designed day planners from the local superstore in town! We laughed at our similar style in taste.

It was so refreshing to see such love again - that uncompromised commitment to one another that grows into "unconditional love". We do not see this much anymore. Our couple are actually college sweethearts and when you look at them, you are looking at "it". They have "it". You can just look at them and see "it".

The friendship between them was one of the first things I noticed. It was that "best friend" companionship we all strive for in our relationships. They were just gitty with one another and it was great to see! When she looked at him, he would smile and when he looked at her, she would blush....now how many of us remember that feeling!

Stay tuned for more pics; her bridal session is next month!
Enjoy Life &:)!

Event Catching @ Knight

2008-08-06T04:32:00.006-04:00

The Event Catchers Show is a great new section of our site that displays our prints in a captivating way. We have published our first show using images I captured during a career changing photo shoot I attended in Atlanta GA last month! More to come...

Enjoy Life &:)!

SEASONED

2008-07-21T00:59:00.014-04:00

An interesting conversation and excitement to match.

To start, We have found the location. What makes this one so exciting is the Nature Studio that come with it!! I hate to sound corny, but "Picture Perfect" it is. This wooded site has it all- seasoned trees for shooting plus the privacy some clients want but often can not receive on location! It has great scenery now and just waiting for a burst of color. Currently everything is green but bright flowers have been added- Stay tuned for updated landscaping pics! There is even a richly colored red and brown brick wall available for textured shots!

The moment I saw it I said, "This is Nature's Studio". Those of you who are familiar with our Event Catcher site know there is a gallery titled Nature's Studio. These photos are especially dear to me because they received the attention that lit the flame for Event Catchers Photography. Now, with this "park" of a location, I am sure Nature's Studio is about to expand :)

Speaking of expanding, Saturday, while driving to meet a client, I received a call. The voice on the other end was a woman who stated she had just passed me. She saw "Seasoned" and wanted to know if it was spiritual? That question caught me off guard because I had never thought of it in that aspect. I mean, when I think of seasoned, I think spicy, experienced and even my sorority tenure is "Seasoned" (a nicer way of saying "old school"). But "spiritual" took me to an entire different level- no pun intended.

We talked briefly. She explained her organization hosts many events and is always looking for a photographer! We decided to exchange numbers, realizing our paths would cross again...Seasoned

Enjoy Life & :) !
Aleshia

Event Catching with Aleshia

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Event Catching! with Aleshia is an opportunity for friends and clients to share some of the joys I experience from capturing images. It also allows you to see the personal side of Event Catchers Photography. It is a way for you to get to know my style of photo journalism and provides an up and close view of some of my photo sessions.

You can send messages, ask questions and make comments if you like. Feel free to use this forum as a way to connect to the personality behind the camera! You can expect updates from time to time regarding projects that I am working on, Events I've Captured and just about everything else that keeps me busy these days :)

Thanks for visiting! Aleshia