And the winner is...

Last month I announced that Slick Pix Photography was running a Cutest Kid Contest for the month of October. It was based around the worlds largest social networking site, Facebook. The objective was to have people submit a photo of their kid, and the kid with the most "likes" wins a free photo session!

Well to say that the response was great is an understatement of gigantic proportions. I was overwhelmed by the number of new fans who came to vote for the contest. And for this, I thank all of you.

Well, the deadline was at 11:59:59 P.M. on October 31, 2010. At the strike of midnight the votes were tallied up and three winners were announced on the Facebook Fan Page.

And here are the winners:

In First place, with 190 votes, Baby Javi! (Photo by Gaby Hernandez)


In an extremely close second place, with 178 votes, Little Elena! (Photo by Daniel Herrera)


And in Third Place, Little Mia! (Photo by Myrna Ramirez)


The first place winner will receive: A Free Photo Shoot, along with two free 8x10 prints, enhancements and adjustments on select photos, and a free personal online gallery for sharing with friends and family, and for print ordering.

The first runner up will receive: 1/2 off A session fee, One free 8x10 Print and One free 5x7 print, and 1/2 off all other prints! You'll also get the same great enhancements and adjustments on select photos, as well as a free online gallery for sharing and print ordering.

The Third Place winner Receives: A $50 gift certificate to use toward a photo session, one free 8x10 (included with photo session), as well as enhancements and adjustments on select photos, and a FREE Online Gallery for sharing and print ordering.

Thanks again to everyone for making this a great contest and a really, REALLY close and suspenseful finish! It was down to the wire all month between the two top contenders!
I hope everyone had a great time, and I look forward to doing another contest in the near future, so stay tuned!

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Houston Wedding Photographer - Mayra and Anibal: Engagements

Anibal is an old buddy of mine, and we've been through a lot together. A couple of years ago he told me he met a girl, and that she's really great. We hung out as a group many times, so I can honestly agree that yeah, Mayra is indeed a great girl. But you never really think of "Hey, these two might get married one day..." Well fast forward to present day, and guess who's getting married? Yep.

So imagine how excited, how honored I felt, to be chosen to photograph their wedding day. I suggested they look at several other photographers to cover their big day, and they did, but they said they definitely wanted me to cover it. I think they mentioned that it would make it more special if I covered it. I have to agree. As the photographer of the union of a man and woman in the Divinely instituted marriage arrangement, I get to record the nuances of each emotion during that special day. I also become part of that wedding. A major part in fact. The photographs that I record will be seen by friends, family and others for years, decades to come. And to become such an integral part of the wedding of some of my closest friends is something that I truly cherish.

Well, tomorrow is it. Actually, since it's 1:20 right now, it's later on today. In fact, around 12 hours from now, it will be happening. So I offer my utmost congratulations to Anibal and Mayra, and wish you both an eternally successful friendship to each other.

I had the privilege of shooting their engagement portraits too, and we had a great time. We went to The Woodlands Waterway area, did some shots, had dinner at The Goose's Acre, then did a few more shots with the fountain and colorful lights.












Well guys, I'll see you two in a few hours. I won't be getting much sleep tonight, but it's OK. We're going to totally rock that camera and get some great shots. See you at the wedding!

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Houston Wedding Photographer - Daniela and Dennis

On the last post I mentioned an incoming hay-maker to this Blog, and boy I wasn't kidding. I'm not sure how many photos are in this post, but I know it's more than a handful. I hope you enjoy viewing them as much as I enjoyed shooting them...

Meet Dennis and Daniela. They like to have fun. You'll see what I mean as you scroll down...

I was shooting once again with Janet of Rainy Day Photos on this wedding, and we had such a blast, the night was just too short. This wedding was from back in March, so I'm a few months behind, but trust me, I'm getting caught up. It was another amazing day weather-wise (we seem to have a lot of those lately...) and there was not a rain cloud in sight.
Viewing from Facebook? Check out the Blog, if you don't mind.

A little something to calm the pre-wedding jitters? Or just a gift from the guys? I guess we'll never know...

A splash of her favorite cologne before donning the penguin suit...

It's all about the details people...

What's this? Hmm...

On with the tie

Yeah that's right, he's putting the Chucks' on...Mighty cool if you ask me

It's getting close...

Gotta get the boutonnieres pinned on...Can't forget those


Time for a group shot with the guys...



The amount of wood used in this church was mind blowing

I love it when couples pass looks at each other during the ceremony...


On with the rings...

And the kiss...

It's time to go party y'all...


They made quite a grand entrance- Mariachi's and all...

It may look like Dennis is attempting a failed spider-man impression, but in fact he's pulling off a successful mid-air flip-and-roll. Daniela doesn't look too impressed. I had no idea that was coming... You gotta be quick on that shutter button!

First dance...

Shortly after things got started, we went outside for a quick mini-shoot with the B&G...

Who doesn't like spinning?



Did I mention they like to have fun? All I had to say was "Captain Morgan" and they were down...And how hawt are Daniela's shoes!

Back inside for some dancing...


They had a fully stocked candy bar with enough goodies to satisfy children of all ages. Willy Wonka would be proud...


They had a pair of masterfully crafted cakes...

...Complete with a great looking Patron Silver Tequila bottle Groom's Cake

It always hurts a little to see such a well-crafted piece of art get chopped and consumed, but hey, it sure did taste good...




Yep. With his teeth...

Conga Line!

And one last shot for the road...

I'm not sure if I mentioned this before or not, but I really, really love what I do. Thanks to Janet for allowing me to shoot with you once again, and thanks to Daniela and Dennis for such a great time.

This coming weekend Janet and I have back to back weddings- My wedding Saturday and Her wedding Sunday and I'm really looking forward to it. So I'll be sure to share the results after a bit, hopefully not too long. It should be fun!

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