Jennifer and Keith's Wedding

The days leading up to the wedding were spent watching the news, the weather to be more specific. There would be rain predicted one day and not the next. Fortunately there was no rain. It was a little cool in comparison to the days before but the sun even started to show before the wedding.

My friend Terri had asked me to come with her to the wedding and help with pictures. I love weddings and photography so it was a given I was there. Terri is an amazing photographer, but having an extra camera and an extra set of eyes is always nice. Thank you again Terri for asking me to help.

I have to say I have always loved weddings. They are all unique and so special. I had not met Jennifer or Keith prior to the ceremony, but just seeing them I knew that this wedding was for them. Their love and passion for each other was truly pouring out of them.

In many ways Keith is Jennifer's prince Charming. They have such a deep love for each other that they were fun to work with. She was not afraid to lay on the ground and it is always fun to have a bride who wants her pictures to show off who they really are. I hope that they enjoyed the photographs as much as I have.

Their wedding date will always be on my mind, as it is April 1st. What a fun day to get married. I am sure that it means more to them than a fun day, but personally it is a great day to celebrate life and that is what they did. Watching them go from engaged to married was so sweet and real. The ceremony was small, but they are planning a reception later. They wanted this day to be about them and their love. It truly was simple and so elegant and special.

Jennifer and Keith, thank you for allowing me to be a part of your day. It was truly beautiful and I feel so blessed to be able to share in such a special time. Congratulations to you both again.

If you have a wedding or a special someone that you want to capture your love for each other, call or e-mail me and we will make it happen. Monicathach@gmail.com or (205) 229-1865

Around the World in 80 Days

March 19, Brandon and I were asked to come to the Birmingham Festival theatre and capture the play that was currently happening. Brandon was the videographer, and I was the photographer. The fact that we are able to do what we love is truly a blessing. This particular event had us both nervous as we hoped to go watch it before the actual day, but it did not work out that way. For me I was not able to use a flash which is common in plays, but had me slightly nervous because without a flash things tend to blur. I vamped up the shutter speed and crossed my fingers.

The play started at 8:00. We arrived at the theatre about 6:30 so that we could get set up and ready before showtime.

Let me start off by saying I love theatre. I always have. I am not an actress by any means, but I love to go and always enjoy the performances. I had no idea that this theatre was even here. I know that this knowledge alone has made me a happier person. I will definitely visit more frequently.

This play was Around the World in 80 Days, and if you missed it, well all I can say is you missed it! It was amazing. This play was based on the novel by Jules Verne, and before you can ask the answer is no, there is no hot air balloon. The facts are that the hot air balloon was added in the 50's anyway, as it was not part of the original book. Hot air balloon or not this play had it all and more.

There were 5 very talented actors, well 4 actors and 1 actress. These individuals truly lit up the stage. They were creative, fun, hilarious, and best of all you could tell that they were truly enjoying it. These were M. Bates Redwine, Kevin Van Hyning, Chuck Evans, Holly Croney Dikeman, and Shawn Reese. Each individual truly brought you into their world and took you with them for a journey that would only last 80 days.

The schedule for going around the world started in London then onto Suez. From Suez to Bombay, from Bombay to Calcutta, from Calcutta to Hong Kong, Hong Kong to Yokohama, Yokohama to San Francisco, San Fransisco to New York City and finally from New York City back to where it all began in London.

The director, Janelle Cochrane, was a remarkable person. She had a quote from Albert Einstein in the program and it is one that I love and I hope that you all will to.

"Imagination is more important that knowledge. For knowledge is limited to all we now know and understand, while imagination embraces the entire world, and all there ever will be to know and understand." - Albert Einstein

There is so much to be said about this quote. If you want a copy of the play my husband can make them on DVD for $15 each. It is money well spent, especially if you enjoy the theatre!

I personally hope to have more opportunities to take photographs for live performances as they are truly something that I enjoy. If you have a need let me know. Monica Thach at monicathach@gmail.com or (205)229-1865.