PM Image Photography

Happy Birthday!

2008-12-21T19:55:00.004-06:00

It's done!

2008-11-30T08:31:00.002-06:00

Our new website has launched...

www.pmimagephotography.com

Arlene & Ben - Wedding

2008-11-11T21:15:00.011-06:00

Ashley & Jason - Wedding

2008-11-05T05:27:00.007-06:00

Kiran & Chris - Wedding

2008-10-27T21:24:00.007-05:00

Tuscany of Garden Oaks & Bella Terraza... Displaced Brides

2008-10-21T10:35:00.012-05:00

When one door closes, another opens.... To some, that saying has truly come to life. Recently, I came across some sad & tragic news that two very popular wedding venues in Houston have filed for bankruptcy[ABC Houston story]. This left all brides who made deposits & signed contracts without a venue. Fortunately, other vendors and professionals within the photography industry has offered assistance, and we'd like to do the same.

PM Image Photography would like to offer one [1] Tuscany of Garden Oaks or Bella Terraza Bride our photography service, free of charge.

We'll select one couple (based on availability for 2008 or 2009) and offer:

* 6 hours of wedding day photography coverage
* bridal or engagement session
* all high-resolution digital images on DVD [print release included]
** available for purchase: album or additional hours

We will offer 15% off of our normal rates for all others.

Please provide:
*copy of your contract with Tuscany of Garden Oaks or Bella Terraza
*your new wedding date/venue
*description of your situation (one you won’t mind being shared on our blog if selected)
*a photo (optional) of you & your fiance so we can post who we have choosen.

contact us via [ pm-image@pm-imagephotography.com ]

We will announce our selection on November 1st.

Thank you pinkposh , christine tremoulet , Table 4 Photography[Jason Huang] for being wonderful examples!

Other photographers are offering the same assistance, and we encourage other wedding professionals to assist in some form as well.

Emily & Clifton - Wedding

2008-10-19T21:27:00.011-05:00

Cassie & Mike - Wedding

2008-10-12T18:02:00.013-05:00

Erin & Parker - Wedding

2008-10-08T19:53:00.008-05:00

Angela & Josh - Wedding

2008-10-08T18:53:00.007-05:00

Katherine & Brad - Wedding

2008-10-08T18:02:00.014-05:00

Confirmation 2008...

2008-09-09T04:43:00.001-05:00

Jacqui & Robert - Engagement(continued)...

2008-08-31T16:49:00.003-05:00

Jacqui & Robert - Engagement

2008-08-29T11:34:00.005-05:00

Nahomi & Miguel - Wedding

2008-08-23T23:01:00.009-05:00

Ashely & Frank - Wedding

2008-08-07T04:50:00.007-05:00

Jeni & Tim - Wedding

2008-08-03T16:51:00.008-05:00

Tuscan Villa of Garden Oaks... http://www.tuscanhouston.com/

Betsy & Jason - Engagement...

2008-07-29T23:51:00.004-05:00

Nahomi Bridal

2008-07-24T19:57:00.003-05:00

Cassie & Mike - Engagement...

2008-07-24T05:11:00.005-05:00

Touring Italy...our last days...

2008-07-22T21:11:00.003-05:00

And finally, the Dolomites of Italy. The Dolomites separate Italy from Austria. With an elevation of almost 10,000 feet, it offers some of the most spectacular visual sights...This also marks the end of our wonderful trip. We say good bye to our new friends and to the wonderful country of Italy. We head back home to our families filled with great memories and a strong desire to return some day...Arrivederci, Italia!

Touring Italy...

2008-07-22T20:59:00.005-05:00

We are staying in a small town called Falze. Today we rest. Catch our breath and enjoy some quiet time. During our trip, we have met some really wonderful people and made new friends. Here, we get an opportunity to experience REAL Italian life by staying with a local family for a few days. As a way of sharing some western culture with locals, a dinner was organized with food prepared from different parts of North America. It was so much fun. Lot's of food, wine, grapa & even some Latin and country western dancing...

Touring Italy...

2008-07-22T20:51:00.005-05:00

Ahhh, and then there's Venice...

Touring Italy...

2008-07-22T20:40:00.009-05:00

The day is spent in Bergamo, courtesy of a wonderful couple by the names of Franco and Maryluci Palazzuoli. Bergamo is a well kept secret with not too many tourist venturing there. It's a beautiful city full of art and tradition of the old Italian Cities...And sadly, we return for our last day in the town of Somasca...

Touring Italy...

2008-07-22T20:32:00.002-05:00

Then off to Milano (Milan) by van. Milan is the industrial capital of Italy. People come here to both work and shop. We visit the Duomo Cathedral and 'window shop' at the stores we could never afford...(sigh)...

Touring Italy...

2008-07-22T20:21:00.006-05:00

Definitely one of our favorite places during our pilgrimage. We head out to Lake Como where we visit some of the cities surrounding this large body of water...

Touring Italy...

2008-07-22T19:48:00.004-05:00

After a 5 hr train ride from Rome, we arrive in Milano. Then take another short train ride to the town of Somasca. It's an old little town overlooking Lake Como and is also where St. Jerome spent the final years of his life before his passing in 1537... We stay at a great little hotel called Hotel San Gerolamo.

Touring Italy...

2008-07-22T19:38:00.005-05:00

Today we see Saint Alessio and Circo Massimo (Circus Maximus) the Colesseum, & Piazza Navona...Then saying 'bona notte y arrivederci' to the city of Albano for it's our last night here...

Touring Italy...

2008-07-22T19:20:00.003-05:00

Then on to the Umbrian Hills where the city of Assisi sits, about 70 miles north of Rome. Here we visit the Basilica of St. Francis and the surrounding medieval town. Still filled with ancient homes, stores and narrow streets...

Touring Italy...

2008-07-22T19:11:00.007-05:00

Visiting the Vatican Museum and ending the evening with some gelato at Trevi Fountain...

Touring Italy...

2008-06-13T17:01:00.011-05:00

A day is spent in Rome attending the Papal Audience in Saint Peter's. Later climbing it's cupola to the roof of the Basilica...

(The Vatican)

To Italy....

2008-06-10T15:56:00.004-05:00

The American invasion of Italy has begun (via Luftanza Airlines)! Buon giorno!
First destination, Albano Laziale where we stay at the Somascan residence called "Fattoria"...

OUT OF OFFICE....

2008-06-09T00:29:00.002-05:00

Starting June 9th through June 25th, we will be on a pilgrimage tour of Italy! Stay tuned for image updates from our trip. Ciao!

The time has come...Julie & Tyler wedding.

2008-05-27T22:35:00.006-05:00

The Promise...Laura & Luciano Wedding...

2008-05-05T22:21:00.007-05:00

1st Communion @ Assumption Catholic Church...

2008-05-05T07:13:00.002-05:00

May 3rd 9:30 am

May 3rd 2:00 pm

May 3rd 5:00 pm

May 3rd 6:30 pm May 4th 7:30 am

May 4th 9:00 am May 4th 10:30 am

¡Feliz cumpleaños!... [beware, lots-a-pics]

2008-04-27T22:13:00.009-05:00

Bride-to-be...Jeni Bridal Session...

2008-04-25T10:43:00.005-05:00

Bella Terraza.... http://www.bellaterrazza.com/

In love...Laura & Luciano Engagements...

2008-04-13T22:30:00.005-05:00

Earth Day 2008 [The Woodlands]...

2008-04-12T18:58:00.006-05:00

Welcome to the family Alessa...

2008-04-07T22:03:00.005-05:00

Congratulations Norma and Sergio on your beautiful, healthy girl!
Alessa Giana Leon
Born: April 6, 2008
Weight: 7 lbs 2oz
Length: 19 1/2

Beach fun...

2008-04-07T02:04:00.003-05:00

Congratulations Angie & Stephen!

2008-03-31T04:44:00.002-05:00

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2008-03-24T07:05:00.001-05:00

More SP Action...

2008-03-23T21:36:00.001-05:00

More Assumption Details...

2008-03-17T10:47:00.003-05:00

Me...Myself...and I...

2008-03-15T14:59:00.000-05:00

Return To Color...

2008-03-14T08:45:00.001-05:00

Captured with Nikon D1x and 80-200mmF2.8D ED.

B & W Action....

2008-03-13T08:46:00.004-05:00

Good 'ol Houston, Texas weather. Sunny, cool and beautiful one day....Stormy, humid and gloomy the next... No new images captured so a little black and white conversion of some old photos...

Nikon N80 SLR (film) with Sigma 28-80mm F3.5-5.6

Listening to:

"The Only One For Me" Brian McKnight

Beautiful weather...

2008-03-12T23:06:00.002-05:00

Captured with Nikon D1x SLR and Nikon 80-200mm F2.8

Father and son...

2008-03-11T12:51:00.004-05:00

A father and son on horseback in San Miguel De Allende, MX.

Captured with Nikon N80 SLR (film) and Sigma 28-80mm F3.5-5.6.

Listening to:

"En El Jardin" Alejandro Fernandez and Gloria Estefan

1...2...3...click....... Gotcha!

2008-03-10T20:13:00.004-05:00

Captured with Nikon D1x, Nikkor 24mm F2.8D, Nikon SB-80DX Speedlight.

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2008-03-09T14:34:00.002-05:00

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2008-03-05T12:14:00.000-06:00

Places Of Worship... [updated w/ processing]

2008-03-04T17:51:00.007-06:00

My First Bridal Session '06...

2008-03-03T11:15:00.008-06:00

Cleaning out some old files, I came across the very first bridal session I captured back in 2006. Again, I have to thank Miguel Ramos for the opportunity to get started on my photography path...

Images captured with Nikon N80 SLR (film) with Sigma 28-80 F3.5-5.6...

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2008-02-27T07:20:00.002-06:00

Well, the final weigh-in has come and gone. Didn't win the competition but still 11 lbs lighter. I'm not huge on self-portraits but I'm so proud of my accomplisment, I've made an exception....

Trimming down...Final Week

2008-02-13T13:36:00.003-06:00

Ok! Well, it's the final week of our little 'weight loss' competition...or as I like to call it 'drop the weight like it's hot'. I maintained a fairly consistent exercise routine and diet without going excessively crazy with either. I allowed a few cheat meals regarding my diet but no binge eating though. Not sure how close I'll hit my goal weight but overall, it's been a great experience.

My thing was to simply increase my daily activity level and avoid junk food. No crazy starvation diet because, well, I like to eat. But I did trim down my heavy carb intake (pastas, breads, etc...) and replaced it with dark green veggies. With a little bit of consistency and effort, a simple 35-45 minute brisk walk, twice a day, 6 times a week, made a surprising difference in my efforts. Plus, it gave me a nice positive 'mental' boost as well.

Regardless of this coming Sunday's outcome, I think this will be something I'll stick with for a while.

Trimming down...

2008-01-25T08:18:00.000-06:00

Joining many others across the country on Jan 1st '08, my family and I decided to get in better shape. Especially with all the wonderful feasting that went on during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. To maintain our motivation, we decided to turn it into a bet. With some of the 'participants' being accountants, I imagine the idea of LOSING money in anything really will keep them motivated towards their goal. Yeah, we've gone 'un poco loco'...The first couple of weeks were extremely challenging to just do a decent exercise routine and eat a lighter yet balance diet. Now that our bodies have mostly adjusted, it's become an easier routine. I must admit though, I do feel a whole lot better and more energetic now compared to 3 weeks prior.
With the simple act of a brisk 45 minute walk twice a day for my aerobic/cardio work, I not only energize my body but I've been able to stimilate my 'visual mind' during my 'walk-a-bouts'.....

New experiences awaits...

2008-01-09T08:53:00.000-06:00

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

2008-01-03T08:00:00.000-06:00

Well... better late than never. Wow! It's been awhile since I've posted anything new on the blog. I'll be posting some current work soon. Stay tuned...

Congratulations Vanessa & Elyud! (UPDATED)

2007-12-18T20:58:00.001-06:00

Vanessa's Bridal Session...

2007-12-16T10:37:00.000-06:00

I wanted to share these images for some time now. These were taken in mid Nov '07 at the Portofino Shopping Center in The Woodlands (TX). It's a beautifully kept "Mediterranean-style" shopping center full of various stores just along Interstate 45 access road (north of Research Forest Dr.). We kept the session a secret to ensure the groom-to-be (now husband) did not 'accidentally' see the bride's dress prior to the wedding. :)

Images captured with Nikon D200 with Sigma 24-70mm F2.8 & Nikon SB800 strobe...

My Vision [2007]...

2007-12-09T00:25:00.000-06:00

A simple look at some of the images I captured in 2007...

Urban TTD

2007-12-05T07:43:00.000-06:00

Recently, a large group of photographers and models gathered around downtown Houston. Why???

For a good ol' fashioned Wedding Dress Trashin'...

Elijah..An 8 Year Old Hero...

2007-12-03T00:11:00.000-06:00

I'm a wedding photographer. It's a genre I love to do. Why? Simple. It's such a sacred and beautiful event. Each one I've covered has been very special to me. An honor to just be a part of. But recently, I had an even greater opportunity. And it came packaged in a lively little Bay City (Texas), 8 year old child, Elijah. He and his wonderful family are survivors of cancer and I had the great honor of capturing their photos for an assigment. Fortunately for Elijah, his family discovered the condition early and were able to start treatment. Now, he's a healthy, typical kid. Full of love, joy and wisdom despite his young age. With the help of his loving mother and father, he's also become a spokesman for a cause that heightens awareness of people about cancer.

Now my post today is not for people to feel sorry for the family. But actually, it's a post for people reading to remember to love and support each other. Do not give up. There is always hope despite how bad your current situation may be.

When I looked into this little boys eyes, it is filled with both innocence and bravery. It just gave me such a positive charge...

Images captured with a Nikon D200, Nikon 80-200 F2.8 & Sigma 24-70 F2.8...

http://www.cancer.org/

Kelly's Bridal Session...

2007-11-27T19:51:00.000-06:00

It's been awhile so I'm just gonna jump right in! Thanks to my good friend, Tim, I had the pleasure of meeting a beautiful young lady named Kelly. After some planning and a few invites to some fellow photographer friends, we ended up having a wonderful session around Market Street in The Woodlands that evening...

Images captured with Nikon D200, Sigma 24-70mm F2.8, SB-800 strobe and a 6' gold reflector...

Surviving The Holidays...

2007-11-23T14:44:00.000-06:00

Wow! Been awhile since my last entry. Busy..Busy...Busy... Hope everyone survived Thanksgiving and 'Black Friday'. I can't believe I actually got up at 3:30am just to go shopping. If you're willing to brave the tons of people out there, it sure is a great time to really stretch that dollar out. But I'm so relieved I only do that once a year. THOSE PEOPLE ARE CRAZYYYY!!!

Anyway, had another bridal session last weekend. This time around Market Street (The Woodlands). Just finished processing the images. Stay tuned as I'll be posting those very soon.

Portofino Shopping Center bridal session...

2007-11-13T07:29:00.000-06:00

Had a wonderful bridal session yesterday at the Portofino Shopping Center located just north of Research Forest Dr and I-45N in The Woodlands. Great location! Beautiful structures and lots of stores and restaurants. Management staff was so great to communicate with and obtain permission to shoot on their property.

I may post a teaser shot or two from this bridal session but the rest will have to wait until after the wedding day. Never know if that groom-to-be maybe looking... :)

In the meantime, here's another ridiculously awesome vid of the great David Jay at work...

http://cutframetv.com/view_video.php?viewkey=e9ba40e2c597ed237664

"Honest Answers About Wedding Photography..."

2007-11-12T08:50:00.000-06:00

Wish my wife and I had come across this link when planning our own wedding. Good reading, worth sharing...

http://www.wedfog.com/

The Beauty In Silence...

2007-11-10T14:52:00.001-06:00

Keep It Simple...

2007-11-08T08:08:00.000-06:00

As the saying goes...beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. As a photographer, my eyes tend to be drawn to things that many people simply pass by. I know... I'm a little weird but I can't help it. I see things and constantly think to myself, hmmm...angle of light, crop possibilities, how do I capture this or that moment... And as a self-proclaimed minimalist, this particular image just stood out to me while I was walking around The Woodlands. A simple brick lined street shot from a low angle perspective...

Image captured with Nikon D200 and Sigma 24-70mm F2.8.

What I'm Listening to....

2007-11-06T07:58:00.000-06:00

"You and Me" (Lifehouse-accoustic version)

http://www.strippedmusic.com/cc-common/stripped/test/player.html?apid=2169&son=3&tot=8&type=vid&mid=154601&gateway=exiting

The Musicians...

2007-11-06T06:58:00.000-06:00

In an emotionally saturated event like weddings, musicians have that special gift of enhancing all those special feelings. Though photographers work with a different medium: visual versus sound. The ultimate goal is the same. To help everyone in attendance associate and secure all those joyous feelings so they can reflect and experience them all over again at a later date...

All images taken with Nikon D1x with lenses varying from 24mm F2.8D & 80-200mm F2.8D ED. Decided to go with a 'classic' b&w processing on the first two and left the last two as is.

B&G's guest temporarily stealing the spotlight...

I'm back!

2007-11-05T19:36:00.000-06:00

Decided to take some time out to rest and enjoy the company of loved ones over the weekend. Enjoyed the weather and nature... A much needed mental and physical recharge.

Now it's back to work...

OUT OF OFFICE....

2007-11-02T09:30:00.001-05:00

Another beautiful weather weekend. Another chance to enjoy life. Time to go out there and find your happiness...

Image captured with Nikon D200 with Sigma 24-70mm F2.8.

November thru December 2007 Discount!

2007-11-01T09:14:00.000-05:00

To celebrate the approaching end of 2007 and the beginning of 2008, PM Image Photography will be offering a 30% discount off the total cost of our All-Inclusive Wedding Packages.

Up to 10 hours of wedding day photography time
[1] custom designed hard cover book -50 sides
[2] parent books - smaller copy of primary
boxed prints: [all final images] 4x6
bridal and engagement sitting: [2] 11x14
all photos processed to our artistic style
final images on disc

Up to 6.5 hours of wedding day photography time
[1] custom designed hard cover book-50 sides
[2] parent books - smaller copy of primary
boxed prints: [all final images] 4x6
bridal or engagement sitting: [1] 11x14
all photos processed to our artistic style
final images on disc

It's easy! Complete and purchase our service agreement for either of the two packages mentioned above between November 1st, 2007 through December 31st, 2007 and we will immediately apply a 30% discount to the total package price.

NOTE: Discount applies to events occurring between November 1st, 2007 through December 31st, 2008. Service agreement and payment must be completed between November 1st, 2007 through December 31st, 2007.

Fine Tuning The Past...

2007-11-01T08:20:00.000-05:00

Probably should have titled this..."Continued from yesterday". As with many people in photography (or any art form), professional or hobbyist, we tend to be our worst critics. We capture an image we truly love...but later, we still develop a great urge to come back and try to tweak & 'enhance' it. At least, I know I do...We'll being true to my nature, I had to go back and enhance images that I already enjoy currently. Just to give it a little more emotional impact...or pop... or something. Again, it's processing that not everyone will be into but I really enjoy that desaturated/chrome look (which reminds me...note to self: watch the movie 300 again). Anyways, I tried not to be as 'heavy handed' on the processing as my previous post.

Images captured with Nikon D1x with Nikkor 24mm F2.8D & 80-200mm F2.8D ED (old push-pull).

*A huge thank you again to Miguel Ramos for allowing me to assist with this event. Looking for a wonderful photographer in the Pasadena, TX area...check out his link under my LINKS I LOVE TO VISIT.

Continuing to Grow...

2007-10-31T11:58:00.000-05:00

Had an interesting conversation with a fellow photographer the other day regarding developing and continuing to grow as an artist. A very talented artist from the NW Houston area. If anyone is interested in seeing some of her work, look for "My 3 Peas Photography" under my LINKS I LOVE TO VISIT.

We agreed that as with anything else, in order for one to continue to grow, one has to be willing to actively apply knowledge acquired over time. Meaning one be willing to step out of our own comfort zone, and experiment with that knowledge. Even if the results are not always favorable. Now, I would hardly classify myself an artist but it did remind me of a couple of my own trials. Whether I always found this look to be very interesting or I simply watched the movie 300 way too often...who knows.

Images were captured with Nikon N80 SLR with Fuji Pro160C film. Enhancements were applied in Adobe Lightroom...

PM Image Photography

Happy Birthday!

It's done!

Arlene & Ben - Wedding

Ashley & Jason - Wedding

Kiran & Chris - Wedding

Tuscany of Garden Oaks & Bella Terraza... Displaced Brides

Emily & Clifton - Wedding

Cassie & Mike - Wedding

Erin & Parker - Wedding

Angela & Josh - Wedding

Katherine & Brad - Wedding

Confirmation 2008...

Jacqui & Robert - Engagement(continued)...

Jacqui & Robert - Engagement

Nahomi & Miguel - Wedding

Ashely & Frank - Wedding

Jeni & Tim - Wedding

Betsy & Jason - Engagement...

Nahomi Bridal

Cassie & Mike - Engagement...

Touring Italy...our last days...

Touring Italy...

Touring Italy...

Touring Italy...

Touring Italy...

Touring Italy...

Touring Italy...

Touring Italy...

Touring Italy...

Touring Italy...

Touring Italy...

To Italy....

OUT OF OFFICE....

The time has come...Julie & Tyler wedding.

The Promise...Laura & Luciano Wedding...

1st Communion @ Assumption Catholic Church...

¡Feliz cumpleaños!... [beware, lots-a-pics]

Bride-to-be...Jeni Bridal Session...

In love...Laura & Luciano Engagements...

Earth Day 2008 [The Woodlands]...

Welcome to the family Alessa...

Beach fun...

Congratulations Angie & Stephen!

...

More SP Action...

More Assumption Details...

Me...Myself...and I...

Return To Color...

B & W Action....

Beautiful weather...

Father and son...

1...2...3...*click*....... Gotcha!

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Places Of Worship... [updated w/ processing]

My First Bridal Session '06...

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Trimming down...Final Week

Trimming down...

New experiences awaits...

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Congratulations Vanessa & Elyud! (UPDATED)

Vanessa's Bridal Session...

My Vision [2007]...

Urban TTD

Elijah..An 8 Year Old Hero...

Kelly's Bridal Session...

Surviving The Holidays...

Portofino Shopping Center bridal session...

"Honest Answers About Wedding Photography..."

The Beauty In Silence...

Keep It Simple...

What I'm Listening to....

The Musicians...

I'm back!

OUT OF OFFICE....

November thru December 2007 Discount!

Fine Tuning The Past...

Continuing to Grow...

1...2...3...click....... Gotcha!