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 Backyard weddings have been a hit this year! I have never shot so many in one year, maybe due to the economy people are getting more creative? I personally love everything about a backyard wedding! They are intimate, less stressful, and more about the couples love an union then the venue. I am starting to prefer them over shooting at multiple locations and high end large venues. I have 3 more back yard weddings booked in the next 6 weeks and have shot 6 back yard weddings this Fall. This wedding was and property was truly amazing. I shot this wedding at the grooms Mom’s house, and this house and view is spectacular. Not all back yard weddings are shot at a Manor, so this one happens to be incredible. I will blog about the details, venue, and reception in my next blog. The bride and groom were also super cool to work with. Bryce is a really cool and humble guy, and Lindsay is super sweet and laid back. It was perfect for images as this 12 acre property in the hills of Glendora felt more like a resort. This venue will be for rent for events and weddings, so if you love it, consider it for your big day. David Do with   www.blissfulphotography.net shot second camera with me, and I included some of his great shots. David has shot with me many times over the years and is very easy and fun to work with.

 Ceremony was held on the front drive, absolutely fabulous!

>I have had so many people over the years talk to me about an amazing image they have captured. I can see the excitement in their faces and they want to share what they have produced, but where? Once people see my camera, I get question after question about my equipment, images they have captured, what and how I shoot, how to should use their camera, etc. I am amazed at the interest in photography, and since the digital age has taken over, more and more people are interested in owning a camera, learning how to really use it, and then actually shooting images that excite you. Amateurs can now afford great user friendly cameras that produce decent images, sometimes amateurs even capture an amazing image that looks PRO. So here is your chance! If you have an image that you have shot that you love submit it!

This Photo contest is free! All you have to do is send your image or images to capturingmoments@hotmail.com by Sunday, January 9th. The top images will then be blogged about and voted on by blog readers. There are no categories, just awesome images of whatever. The rules are you cannot be making consistent money from a photography business or have an active website which promotes your business. If you have made money here or there that is okay, but if you have a legitimate photography business that makes you money even part time then you are not a candidate. Anyone else can enter, even if you know me, the readers pick the winner, so I am out of it! Maybe you caught a really funny moment that you could never capture again, the perfect rainbow on a vacation, or an arsty image that you are proud of. Any picture that you have taken that you HAD to show off or that really brought a smile to your face. The winning image will be posted on a blog for acknowledgment as well as runner-ups and the first place winner gets a prize.  All photographs will not be blogged, and the most interesting or impressive will make the votes. Don’t hesitate, go and find your image or images and submit them now, what do you have to loose? Attach images in an email and send to: capturingmoments@hotmail.com – (please no images via facebook)
capturingmoments@hotmail.com – Link for Outlook users!

Below are some images that I have taken as examples of ideas on what to send. These are taken by me with a PRO camera and lots of years of experience so don’t get discouraged if you don’t think yours are as good. These are just examples!

>The reason Heidi and Frank had such a successful radio show, and are now making it big with their LIVE Internet Show and podcasts, is due to the love of their fans! The show is supported and promoted heavily by the very loyal listeners and fans. A lot of their listeners have followed their show for years, some more than a decade. They are like a hair stylist, no matter what salon they move to, we will follow. They have made their show so intimate and honest, that the fans can’t help but feel that Heidi, Frank, and now Smeez are part of their inner circle of friends. Some listen to their show faithfully and feel closer to Heidi and Frank then their own friends. They share intimate and embarrassing details of their personal lives, share crazy news stories, and share different and similar viewpoints of the world and the lives we live. Simply put they are entertaining and absolutely hilarious. Frank and Heidi are amazing at making each fan feel special, especially at their live shows are parties. They take pictures, dance with their fans, party, and really make everyone feel included. They are awesome with the crowd and treat their fans as their freinds. I can’t say enough about this show and these guys, although Frosty is missed, they have been able to make a smooth transition from radio into the internet and podcast world, and seemingly the show got funnier and better. I am doing this blog to showcase some of the fans. I am sorry I could not shoot everyone in attendance, but if you were in front of my camera and worked it, I tried to include you on this blog. If you see yourself please leave a comment!

DISCLAIMER: Some images may be graphic or offensive to some readers. (obviously not Heidi and Frank listeners) Please be advised that I covered this event, and in no way do I condone the actions or images of anyone or any details photographed. If you are easily offended or under age, this blog may not be for you and is in no way a reflection of Capturing Moments or Jaimee Hubert. My job is to document!

Check out my most recent blog about Heidi, Frank, and Smeez at the X-Mas Party:
http://jaimeehubert.blogspot.com/2010/12/heidi-frank-show-christmas-party-2010.html

Frosty, Heidi, and Frank’s last LIVE show at Morongo Casino in September:
http://jaimeehubert.blogspot.com/2010/09/frosty-heidi-and-frank-live-at-morongo.html

Heidi and Frank Show Official Website:
http://www.heidiandfrank.com/

 Heidi has become semi-famous for that extra long tongue, they all want pics with her tongue out! Impressive!

 This fan was front and center all night, trying for the plus size reality show as talked about on the show.

 The Gingerbread man was there, or little Eric dressed as, greeted all the guests in the extra long line.

 Mens bathroom was much cleaner then the Mens, go figure. They had the door open all night, they didn’t even care.

Intern Ian was super popular with the ladies, Win a date with Ian put him on the map!

Sorry guys, you missed it, there was a girl fight ourside. Blood all over the staircase, this is the security guard pulling one girl away.

>WOW! What a turn out, what seemed like thousands of Heidi and Frank fans showed up last night, December 11th, to Rhythm Lounge in Long Beach for their Holiday Party! Heidi and Frank really do have the best supporting fans ever! You really missed out if you did not make it as EVERYONE had a blast! I shot for 6 hours straight so I have a lot of great pics to show. I will blog first about Heidi and Frank, then about then fans and details of the party, so if you want to possibly see yourself I will blog the group and fan shots next. Heidi was gracious to all of her fans and greeted everyone of them taking pictures and hugging. Frank truly is the life of the party and every time I saw him, he was dancing, kissing or laughing with someone. Smeez laid low and drank a lot of beer, did not seem as into all the attention. I must say it was a lot of work following Heidi around, I have shot some really important people in my career, but their fans are relentless. I was getting anxious not being able to move and she had two body guards around her all night. It may sound like over kill, but I was there and I don’t blame her. The fans feel like they are their friends after listening for years and are very “affectionate” towards them. Heidi did a great job throwing an awesome party and I was glad to shoot and be a part of it. There was tons of drinking, dancing, shouting, presents, hot girls and FUN!!!! You really had to stay for the whole party!

If you are unfamiliar with Heidi and Frank, you may remember Frosty, Heidi, and Frank from 97.1 after Stern and before Tom Leykis. They then moved to AM radio and now are on the cutting edge of web podcasting, which will hopefully be the future of radio. Their online podcast show is LIVE daily from 10-Noon and has LIVE video feed and an one hour “After Hours” Show Friday where they let loose. If you have no idea who Heidi and Frank are, then click on their website link below to find out more and listen to their show. They are raw and honest and hilarious as heck! As they say, Radio is dead and you won’t be disappointed. I am a huge supporter as they are the ones that keep me laughing while I sit at this machine all week long and edit, I get bored with music or TV and I need noise, they bring it!

Thanks guys for all the years of laughs! Your show truly ROCKS!

Fans from Christmas Party Blog just posted, are you on it? Leave a comment!
 http://jaimeehubert.blogspot.com/2010/12/fans-of-heidi-and-frank-show-christmas.html

Frosty, Heidi, and Franks last show at Morongo Casino in September:
http://jaimeehubert.blogspot.com/2010/09/frosty-heidi-and-frank-live-at-morongo.html

Official Heidi and Frank Website:
http://www.heidiandfrank.com/

 Caller Rodney from Texas showed up and we all got to meet him, accent and all!

>I wanted to post my most popular blogs for 2010, as I blogged 165 times, a few blogs really got a lot more attention then others. I have finally started averaging 3,000 clicks a month from my blog posts, which may not seem like a lot to some, but it is hard to get interested readers when everyone is busy. If you are one of the busy people, then this blog is for you. Below is a link to Capturing Moments top blogs of the year, that is they got the most clicks and interest. You can check them out by clicking the links and leave a message if you like any of the blogs or images. Thanks for reading and clicking, I appreciate you!

Frosty, Heidi, and Frank-(Radio personalities) Most Clicked Blog-
http://jaimeehubert.blogspot.com/2010/09/frosty-heidi-and-frank-live-at-morongo.html

Fullerton Wedding at Via Del Sol, Downtown Fullerton – Most Clicked Wedding
http://jaimeehubert.blogspot.com/2010/07/downtown-fullerton-wedding-at-villa-del.html

Same Sex Wedding– Most Controversial blog
http://jaimeehubert.blogspot.com/2010/09/intimate-backyard-wedding.html

Yosemite Blog– Really love the images from this blog-Most asked for images
http://jaimeehubert.blogspot.com/2010/05/yosemite-weddings-at-ahwahnee.html

Costa Rica Family Shoots-Blog most asked about
 http://jaimeehubert.blogspot.com/2010/02/costa-rica-landscape.html

http://jaimeehubert.blogspot.com/2010/03/destination-vacation-to-costa-rica.html

Long Beach Aquarium Wedding: Real Wedding in OC Bride Magazine
http://jaimeehubert.blogspot.com/2010/03/long-beach-aquarium-wedding-beth-mena.html

Mixed Martial Arts Fight: Blog most looked at by Men. 🙂
http://jaimeehubert.blogspot.com/2010/07/undefeated-mma-fighter-david-daudi.html

St. Regis, Downtown Orange, Taps Wedding: Biggest Wedding of the Year
http://jaimeehubert.blogspot.com/2010/06/wedding-in-downtown-cirlce-of-orange.html
Reception at Taps Corona, which the bride and groom own!
http://jaimeehubert.blogspot.com/2010/06/reception-at-taps-corona.html

>Thank you D. Park Photography for mentioning me and picturing me in their “Thankfulness Blog.” I am pictured with David while we were “hard at work” shooting a wedding together under their Mentors. Me…….a Mentor? Hahahaha…..they are probably regretful of that by now……I have worked them! Never mind the bruises on my arm from my Graston Therapy…..occupational hazard. : (Photographers stretch your shoulders and neck before and after you shoot so you don’t end up like me 🙂 Good job Drexelle, getting me to look decent in a pic takes some effort…..great blog you guys!

D. Park Photography “Thankfulness Blog:”
http://www.dparkphotography.com/blog/2010/11/thankfulness/#comment-1652

>Thank you David and Drexelle Park, with D. Park Photography, for interviewing me and blogging my interview and images. I have worked with the Parks on many weddings over the past year and a half. They are a great husband and wife team! On their blog they have photographers corner, which focuses on tips and information for new photographers. They also have a interviews with other wedding vendors for tips for brides and grooms. Check out the link below to see the interview and images, as well as their extensive blog!

• What advice do you have for 1st year photographers (0:15 in video)
• What sales tips do you have for photographers (2:17)
• How can photographers help their clients feel comfortable in front of the camera (3:53)

Click Below for complete interview:
http://www.dparkphotography.com/blog/2010/08/photographers-corner-with-jaimee-hubert/