Landscape

A recent shot from my trip to California. (click image for large view)

Flora design

Created this today. This would make a nice poster size art print. (click image for large view)

Full moon

Halloween is coming. Is it time for a moon shot?

Naptime

Sometimes you just gotta shut down for a while. My precious grandaughter decided enough was enough today. I know you can see the steering wheel in this shot, but trust me, we weren't driving at the time. My wife is prettier AND smarter than Britney Spears.

A portrait fav

This is a favorite from a portrait session with a little girl named Hannah. (click image for a larger view)

Mood shot

I sometimes particularly enjoy these "aside" shots from the weddings I shoot. This one is from a recent reception at a beautiful chapel in Norman. I was wandering around the room, capturing the usual images of the wedding party and guests eating, laughing and enjoying the event when I caught a glimpse of this image and captured it. The bride had laid her bouquet on this table and was across the room entertaining her guests. I didn't arrange anything for a more "picture perfect" angle. I just shot it as it was and went about my business. Later that night, upon reviewing the images of that day, I ran across it again. I like it. It's kind of difficult to explain exactly why, really. But, I do. It's not necessarily a ground breaking, award winning shot, but a subtle and simple glimpse from slightly out of the "action". (click on image for larger view)

Photo a day

It's back! By popular demand, I am beginning a new photo-a-day project.

As many of you know, in 2005, I began a year long project to take and post a photo every single day for an entire year. You can see it by clicking here. It was a very challenging and rewarding experience. At times, it was extremely difficult to come up with anything interesting to shoot. Some days are just like that. But, that is part of the point of such an excercise. It forces one to develop a very creative eye, which as we know is essential to a good photographer.

Well, I am starting another. However, this time the rules I impose on myself will be a bit more flexible. The shot posted each day will not necessarily be from that day. It will simply be something new, and hopefully interesting or otherwise worthy of sharing with you.
I am sure it will once again be an interesting and growing experience for me, and hopefully one that you will enjoy as well.

Just to start it off, here's a shot I kind of like. (click the image above for a larger view) The technical aspects of this shot were not perfect, but the straight-on angle made for a cool image.

Glasgow album

Steve and Valerie's album preview is online!
See it HERE.

Looper/Reiswig Wedding Proofs

Shawn and Jennifer's proofs are up! They are in the "Proofs" gallery at tonysdesignonline.com. Contact me if you need the password.

Keyworth/Glasgow Proofs

Steve and Vallerie's proofs are up! Contact me if you need the password.

Steve and Vallerie

I had the pleasure of shooting Steve and Vallerie Glasgow's wedding Saturday. It was at the beautiful Thunderbird Chapel in Norman. Everyone there was very nice and easy to work with. Production has begun on the photos. Stay tuned for the album preview, coming soon!

San Francisco

Here's a shot from my trip to San Francisco. This was shot from the top of Coit Tower. (click on image for larger view)

Johnson/Ambrose Album!!!

Kaelee and James' album showcase is online NOW!
Click here!!!!

Skoch/Beard Proofs

Scott and Jennifer's proofs are up! E-mail me if you need the password.

Johnson/Ambrose Wedding

What a wonderful time we had Saturday! James and Kaelee's wedding was absolutely beautiful! Scott and Kristi Johnson (Kaelee's parents), along with Jim and Barbra Ambrose (James' parents) graciously hosted a truly remarkable event. The church was beautiful, the music was incredible, and the reception was the party to end all parties! James and Kaelee are just the sweetest couple and we wish them the very best. I am really excited as I begin production of their photos and album layouts! I am really anxious to share this beautiful day. Stay tuned for more to come! (click image above for larger view)

Hodson / Baumgarner Album

Jessica and Jonathan's album preview is online!
To view, click HERE

Skoch/Beard Wedding

The temperature was 103......the heat index.....999! Saturday's wedding with Jennifer and Scott at Coles Garden in OKC was beautiful, despite the heat wave. The brief, but elegant outdoor ceremony was followed by a wonderful (indoor) reception. We wish Jennifer and Scott the very best. Watch for their album showcase coming soon!

Kelcie and Jeremy

I had an engagement session this morning with Kelcie and Jeremy. Kelcie is so funny, she kept us laughing the whole time! It was fun! I am really looking forward to working with this fun couple! Here is a preview. (click image for larger view)

Kacey and Mike

I had a great portrait session today with Kacey and Mike. Here is a sample. (click image for larger view) Watch for more from this session in my galleries.

Jessica

Now that the groom has seen her, I can finally reveal some of the bridal portraits of Jessica. This is the one she chose to be displayed at her reception. (click image for larger view) See more at tonysdesignonline.com in my wedding gallery.