Thursday, February 18, 2010

Something Old {Dallas-Plano-Frisco Wedding Photographer} Johnita Salerno



Ok, you are thinking about your wedding and instantly become overwhelmed. You have thought about this moment for years and now it is here. So where is the magic eight ball now. Should you invite Aunt Augustine and Cousin Frank? Will the dress be ready in time? Can I get the venue on our date?
I know I said I would offer "Something Old"...well do you remember cootie catchers or fortune tellers, right from grade school. Well here is a new take on an old favor. Yes, these are cute little favors now for weddings. Here is my take. I will post a wedding or shower version next.

Thursday, January 28, 2010

Something Borrowed {Dallas-Plano-Frisco Wedding Photographer} Johnita Salerno




Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue
As a photographer, I enjoy seeing the wedding day blossom into the beautiful day that has been planned by the bride and groom. Usually when I come into the picture (I know the pun), the colors may not be selected, the favors are ideas, and the cake is definitely not tasted. It is fun to see how the bride and groom's personalities come through on the wedding day.

It has been a lifetime ago that I planned my wedding, however, I still daydream through the bridal magazines, websites, and books. It seems more resources are available to brides now from printing your own invitations to making your own favors. Handmade is the new trend and I love a good handmade find. So when I saw these little birds nest, I feel in love. They are modern with a kiss of vintage. Attach it to a ring pillow and the love birds can take flight.

Friday, January 15, 2010

Something New {Dallas-Plano-Frisco Wedding Photographer} Johnita Salerno

Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue

Something New for our studio is offering boudoir sessions for the bride. Boudoir sessions are discreet, tasteful lingerie sessions. Great gift to the groom.

We also offer party packages for the bachelorette party too.





Sunday, January 10, 2010

Book Now for a FREE Guest Book


It feels great to be excited about a new year. For the bride and groom of 2010, I am offering a personalized guest book for your wedding day for booking your wedding by February 14th, 2010.

Yes, the white guest book is out the door and the new modern book of YOU is in its place. Once the wedding day is done, your book will be filled with beautiful photos of the engaged couple and words of encouragement and love from your guests.

Click this link to view a sample.

http://salernoexpressions.com/Tara_and_Casey_Engagement/main.html

New things are coming soon for us and we want to share our excitement with you. Stay tuned for future announcements.

Wednesday, January 6, 2010

Happy New Year and

are Congratulations in order??? The Holidays are a great time for engagements. The excitement builds and the to-do list starts spinning around in your head. Where do you start?? More importantly, what will you remember?

The cake is gone, your dress put away, your flowers have faded, yet photographs still help you relive those cherished moments years after the grand event.

Things to think about when planning your day.
1. Seeing each other before the ceremony for photos
2. Time of Day for the wedding
3. Having your makeup professionally applied for the day...even if you are wearing light coverage
4. Use your photos for favors for the guests
5. Colors and Dresses flattering for the bridal party
6. Trends come and go...be true to yourself
7. After selecting date and venue, get your photographer booked :)
8. How you will display your photos in your home together
9. Relax and let your photographer guide you
10. Have Fun!!

Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Offices Closed

Our office will be closed until 2010! Please leave us a message and we will get back to you shortly. Are you newly engaged? Ask about our hangover special...it is coming soon!! Congrats on your new engagement! Talk to you in 2010.

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Biggest Wedding Event of the Year {DFW, Frisco Wedding Photographer}


I photographed one of the most important wedding events in my life....my daughter's. Ok, really, it was not "her" wedding, it was Bunny Cupcake and Wilbur's big day. You see my daughter wanted a wedding theme birthday. She had many of the elements planned..the dance, the cake, the cake topper, the dress, and the photos. In her short years, she has watched me go off to weddings, talk about brides and dresses, appointments, and even watched a photo shoot. I thougth I would share with you...the biggest event of the year (her birhday).


Saturday, August 1, 2009

Extended Christmas through August 15th

Christmas in July has been extended through August 15th. Book your wedding for a free Bridal Session NOW.

Thursday, July 23, 2009

Lets Get Inspired...

You are ready to plan your wedding. You think about colors, dress, flowers, budget, the list of what to do and when to do it, who to invite, when to contact vendors, etc, etc. How do you make a plan? Do you know your style? Where do you start? How about an inspiration board!

Start with what you like: your colors, your dress, your cake. Collect images from magazines, websites, books and then create an inspiration "folder" to share with your florist, your baker, your photographer.

From my earliest memories, I loved colors, textures, trends, and "pretties." I created my inspiration "folder" instead of a inspiration board. (You know I could not be limited.) I called this folder: the Three P's...Pink, Purple, Plum. I would look through magazines for inspiration and ideas. If the "pretties" caught my eye, I added it to my collection. I still look days when I can browse through magazines and books to spot my "pretties". Yes, my color choices have changed a bit, my style is a bit less frilly but the inspiration is all the same. I love to see what inspires my brides so I feel the excitement and can then inspire you again.

Now, I have found a great little site that you can play on to create your own inspiration board. I have to admit I loved mixing and matching the photos. I created a sample of a gray and plum collection...plum was last year but I just can't let it go after all these years. Enjoy and inspire yourself!

Friday, July 10, 2009

Christmas in July

Do you remember when stores would decorate for Christmas in July? Around here, it was nice to think about Christmas because it was so blistering hot! Well, I am bringing the special feeling back. Ms. Claus is giving you a FREE Bridal Session with your booked wedding collection. Book in this blistering HOT month!!

It will be great fun to keep the sizzle in your photo---not the weather. :)

Thursday, July 9, 2009

Bells will be Ringing......

Tuesday, July 7, 2009

Marriage Counseling for Myself and My Website

We are currently in counseling. I hope my website will soon see things my way and we can put all this behind us. Look for our new look soon!!

Saturday, June 27, 2009

Moody Website

Sorry for inconveince! Our main site is in a moody today and will not be coming to work. We are having a "talk" as we post!

Friday, June 19, 2009

Strike a Pose


Sample photo strips from the photo booth at the reception....this was a fun one!!!!

Thursday, June 18, 2009

The A's have it.....

Avanti and the new Angelones.








You would never have guessed that mother nature was toying with this couple. She teased a bit with winds and dark clouds...then the clouds parted and the fairy tale began.





The deep blue dresses with a touch of hot pink captured our eyes and the shoes stole the show...


Sugar Makes it All Sweet...


Dolce Vita Cake Designs can create a masterpiece from eggs, flour, sugar, and lots of butter. Lindsey Angelone is first an artist and her talents with the confections allows her to take your vision and sculpt one "sweet" cake. The bonus of these cool looking cakes....they taste great too. I am sure she would not mind the link...check out her website


Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Cowboys plus one Class Act equals a Great Wedding











This happy couple would not let even the Texas weather get the better of them. From the start the vision was set and the goal was to be married. :) The love they shared filled the room with laughter and joy. Best Wishes to you both!!!
















More Fun











Wednesday, April 1, 2009

April's Showers Bring.....

.... May Brides

Book your wedding by May 1st and receive $100 credit for custom designed guest book!!
It makes a great keepsake!! Share your photos from your engagement and bridal sessions with your guests.

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Book it NOW and Save

I get excited about new weddings and wedding season has hit!

I have a few more dates available.

To help you get the most for your money, you can save 11% on our wedding collections if you book before March 25th.
I know 11% is a funny number but it is an old movie reference....Ours goes to 11. :)

If you know the movie, you can add an 11x14 print to your collection.