Fort Wayne Bridal Spectacular at the Coliseum THIS WEEKEND!

BRIDES TO BE!  Did you just get engaged and are still looking for a wedding photographer?

Then, come visit me in Booth #47 this Saturday and Sunday (January 2 –3, 2010) from 12:00 noon until 4:00 pm (both days) at for Northern Indiana's largest bridal show- the Fort Wayne Bridal Spectacular being held at the Allen County Memorial Coliseum.  Tickets are $6.75.  All of the action will be in Expo Hall #1.

In addition to Shadowlands Photography, many more of the area’s finest wedding professionals are available to help you plan your special day.  Visit me in Booth #47 (right next to David's Bridal in 46, Dr. Feelgood in 48 and MW Tux in 29) to introduce yourself, flip through gorgeous library bound and flush mount photo albums, watch a sample wedding photo slideshow, get to know my style of photography even better, and to enter in my GIVEAWAY DRAWING!  PLUS, bridal show attendees get EXCLUSIVE access to show specials/discounts on wedding photography packages!

Make sure you don't miss the fast paced, professional fashion show at 2:00 pm.  The fashion shows are sponsored by The Wedding Place and Shoe of a Different Color, and feature the latest fashions for brides, grooms, attendants, mother-of-the-bride, and flowers girls. 

One last thing - when you arrive, remember to register to win door prizes including photo albums, picture frames, champagne glasses and more in the raffle (names are drawn every hour).

Jennifer and Garrett

Jennifer and Garrett are just adorable!!!  Though they only met in 2005, they are so natural together that you'd think they'd known each other all their lives.  Congrats on your engagement!  I can't wait to photograph your wedding in May!

To view the full online proof gallery, contact Jennifer or Garrett for the login info.

To view more samples of Lesa's photography, visit Shadowlands Photography via the Official Web Site or on Facebook.

Sam's Senior Pics

Though Sam walks the halls of Concordia with a swagger,
you'd never say he had an attitude to match it.
He is cool, calm and collected...and humble, to boot.  Sam's photo shoot proved he has the ability to not only be comfortable in front of people when playing sports but also when

having my camera in front of his face all afternoon.  : )  Thanks for indulging my creativity by exploring downtown Fort Wayne with me for your shoot!

 

To view all of Sam's full online proof gallery, contact him for the login info.

To view more samples of Lesa's photography, visit Shadowlands Photography via the Official Web Site or on Facebook.

Eric + Amy = Wedding Bliss

This October could hardly have been more ideal for a fall wedding.  And Eric and Amy loved every minute of their perfect wedding day.

To view their full online proof gallery, contact Eric and Amy for the login info.

To view more samples of Lesa's photography, visit Shadowlands Photography via the Official Web Site or on Facebook.

Brandon, Cat & Fun Outdoor Fall Family Portraits

You just can't beat the weather this fall in Indiana.  You'll hear NO complaints from me!  Crisp, bright colored trees, warm air and happiness all around.

Last time I did portraits of this amazingly cute family, it was before the addition of their newest member.  What a handsome guy!!!!

To view the full online proof gallery, contact Cat or Brandon for permission and the login info.

To view more samples of Lesa's photography, visit Shadowlands Photography via the Official Web Site or on Facebook.

Boys Bein' Boys

Who'd have thought that days before Thanksgiving we'd be outside in the warm sunshine without coats on for this wonderful fall photo shoot of Hayden, Jackson and Robert!

To view the full online proof gallery, contact Heather or Russell for permission and the login info.

To view more samples of Lesa's photography, visit Shadowlands Photography via the Official Web Site or on Facebook

John and Mary's Crew

What do you get when you combine the great outdoors with 5 busy kids and a camera? Lots and lots of giggles!!!!!

For these portraits of John and Mary's kids, we ended up only venturing as far as their backyard because the kids were in such great and playful moods in their natural environment.  Hey - when the kids are content, so is the photographer!  ; )

To view the full online proof gallery, contact John or Mary for permission and the login info.  To view more samples of Lesa's photography, visit Shadowlands Photography via the Official Web Site or on Facebook

 

Sarah and Family

Seriously, we could not have asked for a more ideal autumn day for Sarah and her gorgeous family of five's outdoor Family Portrait Session.  We were on a mission to find a glorious red barn and we found just the perfect one!  Sarah and her hubby have their hands very full with three little ones and yet the session breezed by with miles and miles of smiles!

Thank you for participating in National Family Portrait Month to benefit Operation Smile!

To view the full online proof gallery, contact Sarah for permission and the login info. To view more samples of Lesa Van Meter's photography, visit Shadowlands Photography on Facebook.

 

Manic Mondays are here just in time for the holiday photo season!

The countdown clock is ticking for Christmas.  Do not panic!

To help you get those Christmas card photos taken and ordered, we're offering "quickie" Family Portrait Sessions every Monday in November and December.

We know you are busy so sessions are 20 minutes long and include either:

• 100 Christmas Greeting Cards (either traditional 4x8's in white envelopes OR 4x5.5 postcards)
• OR 50 Christmas Greeting Cards and $50 in print credits
  

And, get this.  It's all for only $150!!!!!!!!!  APPOINTMENTS ARE LIMITED and filling up quickly!

Reserve your session TODAY by using the Contact Form at www.ShadowlandsPhotography.com.

Thank you Michael and Amanda for being Family Portrait Month Participants!

Our PERFECT fall weather outdoor Family Portrait Session took place at one of my most favorite secret nooks in Fort Wayne.  The trees were screaming with color!  We had SO much fun just being silly and enjoying the outdoor beauty...capturing the playfulness and splendor of family life and childhood.

 

 

Thank you Michael and Amanda SO much for participating in National Family Portrait Month!  In October, Shadowands Photography donated $25 from EACH family portrait session to PPA Charities to benefit Operation Smile.

And, THANK YOU to ALL of my Family Portrait Month participants in FORT WAYNE.  Because of YOU, hope is being brought to families of children locally and around the world who suffer from cleft lips, cleft palates and other facial deformities.


To view Michael and Amanda's full online proof gallery, contact them for permission and the login info. To view more samples of Lesa Van Meter's photography, visit Shadowlands Photography on Facebook.