Kelly is in quite a few of Fay & David’s pictures, because, obviously, she was in the wedding party.  Actually, not one but two wedding parties I have shot.  Here are a few random shots of Kelly at Fay & David’s wedding.  Roll with me here because I am feeling this story .

Kelly, to the left of the stunningly gorgeous Fay.

David – the groom in the back with Kelly in front.

And again at Kelle & Nick’s wedding. This pic is SO Kelle & Kelly.

And finally, Kelly dancing – and there is Dino!

From the moment I met these two, I knew they were meant to be.  Seriously!  I did.

So, you can only imagine my excitement when the girl who told me aside from the man she was going to marry, that I was the only thing she knew that she NEEDED for her wedding.  That’s gotta be one of the highest compliments of all.  Turns out, her wedding is in Aruba.  And guess who’s shooting the spectacular event?  ME!    I can’t wait.  But for now, some images from her NJ Engagement Session!

Kelly and Dino

This was in October, so the water was COLD!! 

My clients tend to be a bit daring,  but I’m pretty sure she wasn’t expecting this.

Yeah, they did get up on the bar!

I had to close my eyes to pick which ones to blog (literally) – we got SO MANY great shots that I love!

See you in Aruba guys!  I can’t wait!

]]> http://www.shoot-scoop.com/2009/11/09/nj-engagement-session-kelly-dino/feed/ 6 http://www.shoot-scoop.com/2009/11/06/weddings-kellie-jeff/ http://www.shoot-scoop.com/2009/11/06/weddings-kellie-jeff/#comments Sat, 07 Nov 2009 02:31:20 +0000 laura bruen http://www.shoot-scoop.com/?p=4621 When I first met Kellie, we clicked RIGHT away.  I think it was around this time last year if I remember correctly.  I instantly knew we’d make a fabulous team.  You may remember Kellie & Jeff’s NYC Engagement Session – where we walked around New York City and got some really great images.  I met Jeff that day, and was really taken with how fabulous they are together.  They are beautiful inside and out, and a LOT of fun to work with.

This wedding was SO fun to be a part of.  From the ceremony at Kirkpatrick Chapel to the imaginary double-dutch (jump -rope) on the dance floor at the Palace at Somerset, this party was NON-STOP.    Kellie & Jeff’s wedding was absolutely amazing – and an awesome event to be a part of.  Too many favorites.

Invitations were awesome letterpress invitations by Dauphine Press

Kellie made her own programs.

Tears do happen.

Breathtaking

Palace at Somerset

Kellie & Jeff decided to see each other before the ceremony, which is a great way to have some  intimate time alone to see each other before the wedding and take a few photos together privately and then get formals done.  This enabled them to have the first few moments by themselves and enjoy the cocktail hour in it’s entirety.   This has become increasingly popular in recent years and I think it’s fabulous!

He just sorta, fell to the side right after he saw her   I’d say he looks pretty happy, wouldn’t you? 

“I can’t stop looking at her”.

The Boyz

The girls

LOVE the way the sunlight in this shot is streaming down directly on Kellie & Jeff!

After formals, we headed over to Kirkpatrick Chapel

It’s really beautiful inside.

The Palace at Somerset ,  dusk,  September

They had a NYC themed wedding.  As opposed to numbering their tables, they named each with their favorite NYC Restaurant.   Blue Water Grill happens to be one of Jimmy and My favorite restaurants so of course I had to post this one in particular.

Centerpieces were gorgeous!

Best man speech “reaction”.

Ernest Mills Band of Hank Lane Music

Whole lotta jump rope going on.  It was awesome~!

The Palace at Somerset, evening.

Photography:  Laura Bruen

Bridesmaids:  Jenny Yoo

Guys, I had a BLAST with you.  Thanks so much for having me shoot your big day!

]]> http://www.shoot-scoop.com/2009/11/06/weddings-kellie-jeff/feed/ 1 http://www.shoot-scoop.com/2009/11/03/rock-roll-bride-feature-number-two/ http://www.shoot-scoop.com/2009/11/03/rock-roll-bride-feature-number-two/#comments Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:25:44 +0000 laura bruen http://www.shoot-scoop.com/?p=4613 Forward:  There is some nudity in this session, you should NOT visit this link if you are offended by slight nudity in the interest of art.

Laura Bruen’s CATWALK is featured on on Rock & Roll Bride for a second time.  Huge thanks to Kat for featuring it twice on Rock & Roll Bride, you ROCK!    Click Here to visit!

I thank the models (who are not professionals) of these shoots for being brave enough to show the work in the interest of creative expression.

(Can you tell I’m excited???)

]]> http://www.shoot-scoop.com/2009/11/03/rock-roll-bride-feature-number-two/feed/ 0 http://www.shoot-scoop.com/2009/11/01/halloween-2009/ http://www.shoot-scoop.com/2009/11/01/halloween-2009/#comments Mon, 02 Nov 2009 02:46:20 +0000 laura bruen http://www.shoot-scoop.com/?p=4572 This Halloween was fantastic.  Had a great time with my kids and got together latter on with some of her school friends and the parent.   I watched my daughter go through an extreme costume transformation.  On Friday, Emma was Tinkerbell.

Doesn’t she look angelic?

We somehow misplace the wings overnight (which we have located), but in the meantime on the hunt for a replacement, this is what she chose.   A Vampire Princess.  Admittedly, I wasn’t envisioning my oldest daughter to be OLD ENOUGH to want to be creepy, but sure enough she was, and she was truly ready to play the part.  She’s not exposed to any Vampire stuff, so I was pretty surprised that this is what she wanted to be, but she did it well!

And play the part she did!  She took this pretty seriously.

Gwen, on the other hand, held on to innocence nicely and made the perfect Snow White!

I’m tellin’ ya.  She was scary.

Emma, in her glory!

Yeah, she was happy.  She loved it.  What can I say? My kid will definitely scare your kid! 

Mobile Phone Shot of my makeup (I had no costume, just the makeup and crazy hair)

My dining room, shot 100% ambient light – it gives a VERY warm glow and the candlelight bounces off of the paint.

Creepy Mantle

Jimmy’s pumpkins

Bought these vintage puppies on ebay.  I don’t know why I didn’t use the fifth candle holder.

This will be getting a re-do next year.

A gift from a friend (short an “s”, we know – but cute nonetheless!)

My bat has bling!

Lastely, Jimmy’s Cemetary

Spppooookyyy.

Pretty fierce, eh?  Jimmy did a great job.

Things on the “ghost” front have been quite save one or two creepy instances.    About 1:30 am about a week ago, Jimmy and I heard footsteps in our bedroom.    A few nights ago I heard a distinct knocking as if someone were at the door, but nobody was there when I went to investigate .  In the event you never read about our Ghost Story, make sure you check out the original HERE, and then an update HERE.  You won’t want to miss those stories!

Hope everyone had a safe and Happy Halloween!

This session hasn’t been blogged on the CATWALK BLOG yet, but will be soon, along with others!   Stay tuned!

]]> http://www.shoot-scoop.com/2009/10/30/laura-bruens-catwalk-on-rock-roll-bride/feed/ 0 http://www.shoot-scoop.com/2009/10/29/wedding-teaser/ http://www.shoot-scoop.com/2009/10/29/wedding-teaser/#comments Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:15:28 +0000 laura bruen http://www.shoot-scoop.com/?p=4560 Check out the beautiful Kellie, in the limo, pre-ceremony in the limo!  She looks so very genuinely excited and happy.

Kellie, you are amazing!

Stay tuned!