TJT Photography Blog

This past week I had the pleasure of documenting the Paychex LPGA Girls’ Shootout at Locust Hill Country Club. This event teams three local Section 5 high school golfers with an LPGA pro golfer for a six-hole shootout. Five pros came out to shoot with the girls, including legendary icon, and past winner of the Rochester tournament, Nancy Lopez. The girls got to rub elbows with the pros who shared experiences, favorite tips, and pointers to improve their game. It was a chance to “play in the big leagues” on a very picturesque and famous course. A beautiful day made for a great outing!

Nicole and Eric were married on June 19, 2009, in a picture-perfect setting at romantic Belhurst Castle. Family and friends gathered for a late afternoon, al fresco ceremony on the lawn in view of the lake. The beautiful summer day and fabulous location made for some awesome images captured on the lakeside dock and nearby railroad tracks. The reception was a great celebration party, and the bride and groom thoroughly enjoyed themselves. We very much appreciate your selecting TJT Photography and wish you happiness and prosperity.

Joanna and Steven chose beautiful Belhurst Castle beside Seneca Lake for their outdoor wedding ceremony on June 6, 2009. Family and friends gathered on a beautiful, sunny, summer afternoon to witness their vows. A humorous speech by the bride and a poignant message from the groom’s dad highlighted the reception. Many jovial and touching toasts were raised to celebrate the happy occasion. The wedding party and their guests danced long into the evening. We wish you the very best and thank you for choosing TJT Photography.

The Ad Council of Rochester held their annual spring luncheon at the Hyatt Regency in Rochester on June 3, 2009; and I had the honor of capturing the event. Jeff Hayzlett, Chief Marketing Officer at Eastman Kodak Company, gave the keynote address. He focused on social networking and marketing, including some fun details from his guest appearance on Celebrity Apprentice. His insight illustrated just how fast good news and “marketing your message” can travel on Facebook and Twitter. The luncheon is a yearly “thank you” event where awards are presented to outstanding volunteers who have contributed to making the Ad Council what it is today.

Spring is prom season, and I enjoyed the honor of photographing the Wayne High School Junior Prom at Harro East Ballroom on April 24. Wayne is my alma mater too! We provided two professional sets for formal prom portraits, as well as capturing dozens of candid images throughout the festive evening. Excited and very jazzed prom guests dined and danced until 11:00 p.m. to music presented by Michael from Celebration Sound. Thanks to my prom team for all of their hard work and support. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Prom Court

TJT Photography Team

If you’re a biker, your “chopper” is your pride and joy. Axe called the studio from Y Chrome Customs in Jacksonville, Florida. He was showing a custom-made bike at the Skin and Steel (that’s bikes and tattoos) Show here in Rochester and wanted us to photograph the “Timer Killer” with a “goth” model. It was a unique and fun shoot. We captured some great detail images and shot this red hot set of wheels from all angles.

I’ve just returned from the annual PPSNYS Conference in Albany, New York—three days of seminars with some of the most successful professional photographers in business today and a fabulous trade show. I came back pumped and armed with some new products to add to my offerings and great ideas to enhance my wedding and senior portrait work. Conference is the best place to network, meet fellow photographers, enjoy a party or two, and make new friends. It’s always inspirational!

We recently did a very cool location shoot with Omar, Heather, and Kristen from New York Model Talent at Tribeca nightclub in the Brown’s Race Historic District. The trendy club is filled with color and mood lighting, which inspired some provocative and edgy posing against the splashy and seductive décor. Everyone had great fun at this hot nightspot. Thanks to Omar, Heather, Kristen, New York Model Talent, and Tribeca.

Have you ever wondered what it takes? Are you looking to reach the next level in photography? Do you want to share your own photographic journey? Here is an opportunity to explore.

On Saturday, March 21, the local Western New York chapter of ASMP (American Society of Media Photographers) will present an informative, one-day workshop on the Photo Assistant. You will meet five area photographers and several established assistants. Learn how they got there.

I will be coordinating registration for this event. Please contact me if you are interested in attending or are a photographer willing to share your experience.

Actress Linda Bove, a Sesame Street regular from 1971–2003, came to Rochester for a Public Service Announcement produced by the Ad Council of Rochester for the University of Rochester’s Deaf Wellness Center. The TV spot, filmed entirely in American Sign Language, is aimed at educating the deaf community about depression as a treatable mental health issue. The production team included Roberts Communications, the lead pro bono agency on the project, with Nick DiBella, Director, and Chris Hart, Cinematographer. Film, equipment, processing, and transfers were all donated by Eastman Kodak Company. Still photography was donated by Timothy Toal, TJT Photography. The commercial should be ready to air this summer.