tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781Sat, 27 Dec 2008 12:43:46 +0000The online portal of Picture Michigan news and updates.http://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/index.htmnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)Blogger87125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-3163461523694045744Fri, 12 Dec 2008 02:16:00 +00002008-12-20T12:29:58.246-05:00grand rapidsChristmasPlaying with light and motion in Downtown Grand Rapids, all adorned in Christmas lights. http://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/12/downtown-grand-rapids-christmas-lights.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-8506021933989442528Fri, 14 Nov 2008 15:47:00 +00002008-12-20T10:56:52.713-05:00Byron CenterA few images from the Byron Center High School Theater's performance of Metamorphoses. http://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/11/metamorphoses.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-9034039212917683155Sat, 18 Oct 2008 14:08:00 +00002008-11-23T18:57:32.091-05:00FootballByron Center Congratulations to the Homecoming Queen and King, Rob & Ryan. (um, Rob's the pretty cheerleader) - Jonhttp://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/10/byron-center-homecoming-parade-football.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-4002897518018379051Sun, 21 Sep 2008 21:35:00 +00002008-11-23T18:07:43.317-05:00FamilyPortraitureLifestyleMeet Gibson. He and his parents recently invited Lu & I into their home for a lifestyle photo shoot. This is the type of shoot where we spend some time with the family, and carefully capture portraits as the family naturally interacts. Gibson is one lucky baby! He has some crazy cool artwork of him and his parents displayed at their home. Besides some yummy oatmeal andhttp://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/09/gibsons-family-lifestyle-photo-shoot.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-931460274632799706Sat, 06 Sep 2008 14:30:00 +00002008-09-07T22:35:17.469-04:00FootballByron CenterWe're 2-0 with this 56-7 victory over Northview. - Jonhttp://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/09/byron-center-high-school-football.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-3932060951975974396Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:06:00 +00002008-09-07T22:29:25.993-04:00Silver LakeLighthouseLake MichiganSand DunesLast week one day, I spend a week at Silver Lake. Really. We were shooting for the local visitor bureaus' promotional literature, and literally took in a week's worth of the area in a mere 12 hours. And for your benifit, I not only recommend enjoying the Silver Lake area, I recommend doing so in a week, and not a day! :) - Jonhttp://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/09/silver-lake-sand-dunes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-4189687700074926371Tue, 02 Sep 2008 01:55:00 +00002008-09-07T22:03:59.657-04:00engagementInstead of relying on our favorite tree at our favorite park, we like to push the limit. Always. And with this particular engagement photo shoot, we pushed it right over the edge! Thanks to Brian and Tara for allowing me to unleash the creative artist. - Jonhttp://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/09/random-engagement-photo-shoot.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-5485511677028794012Sat, 16 Aug 2008 01:24:00 +00002008-09-07T21:55:19.660-04:00When we first started the blog, we blogged nearly every wedding. It's sometimes difficult to keep up with all the excitement of everything we shoot, and decided it is finally time to blog some wedding shots. Here are a few random shots from a few random weddings. - Jonhttp://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/08/few-random-wedding-shots.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-829954599563691766Thu, 07 Aug 2008 19:51:00 +00002008-09-07T21:22:41.394-04:00Mackinac IslandWhile we were on Mackinac Island shooting for the Historic Parks, a cinematography team was also there shooting some new promotional material in HD. - Jonhttp://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/08/mackinac-island.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-7747729289523912070Tue, 29 Jul 2008 11:15:00 +00002008-09-07T21:17:24.821-04:00ParadeByron DaysRaceFireworksByron CenterA few highlights including the 5K run, the parade, and battle of the bands! (and of course you know I love fireworks!) :) - Jonhttp://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/07/byron-days-in-byron-center-michigan.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-8039346440015737842Thu, 10 Jul 2008 01:02:00 +00002008-09-07T21:09:54.644-04:00Little LeagueStudioSoftballByron CenterWe enjoy sponsoring these little league teams, but with this team, we also coached! And we threw the players and parents a party at our studio too. Here are a few shots from the camera room. - Jonhttp://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/07/byron-township-little-league.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-4559377181420945374Sat, 05 Jul 2008 13:04:00 +00002008-07-05T09:07:55.018-04:00grand rapidsFireworkshttp://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/07/fireworks.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-3399063939864208075Sun, 08 Jun 2008 09:35:00 +00002008-06-08T07:39:41.589-04:00Lightning http://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/06/electricity.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-7853158908536090001Fri, 16 May 2008 13:52:00 +00002008-05-24T12:27:05.820-04:00This week we finalized some Photo Shoots for senior portraits, and WOW, what a blast we had. See the updated and retooled gallery on the website. The camera room at the studio was energetic and the location shoots were unforgettable. Bring it on. Come join in the fun; you make your statement, and we'll make the art! You want the cool stuff, right? Check this: we offer digital pics for http://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/05/senior-pictures-in-west-michigan.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-8753245736003659901Sun, 11 May 2008 01:29:00 +00002008-05-24T09:35:34.438-04:00Little LeagueBaseballByron CenterWe're thrilled again this year to sponsor a couple of teams in the Byron Township Little League! PLAY BALL! http://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/05/byron-township-little-league.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-3209038539109862109Fri, 18 Apr 2008 02:25:00 +00002008-04-18T00:26:49.762-04:00Amway Grand PlazaMeijer GardensJW MarriottTrade Showgrand rapidsTom IzzoGovernor Jennifer GranholmWOW -- What a week! Not certain if you knew it, but we are proud members of the Michigan Lodging and Tourism Association. For the forth consecutive year, Picture Michigan photographed the biggest and best tourism show in our great state. Here are the highlights, which include a coach, butterflies (at Meijer Gardens of course), a governor, other various politicians, and a whole bunch of great http://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/04/michigan-lodging-and-tourism-show-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-8632525741034042674Sun, 16 Mar 2008 20:21:00 +00002008-04-08T16:48:46.986-04:00Byron CenterYesterday, Picture Michigan hosted a special Open House for the BCHS Competitive Cheer team. We had some fun in the Camera Room and even had a fire truck at our disposal. This particular team was special, as all five of the outgoing seniors have been together on the varsity team since they were freshmen. They even took the Conference Championship this year! Congratulations on an http://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/03/byron-center-cheer-open-house.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-334848280444957336Fri, 14 Mar 2008 11:52:00 +00002008-04-08T16:47:19.782-04:00Byron CenterSuch an incredibly talented cast!! - Jonhttp://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/03/byron-center-high-school-musical.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-1172510270935822851Thu, 28 Feb 2008 13:06:00 +00002008-02-28T08:17:05.702-05:00This is a capture of the WOOD TV website this morning. Yet another historic structure burns to the ground. As I post this, it appears the building will be a total lost. Here is the same building from last summer. Where are the groomsmen when you REALLY need them?? - Jonhttp://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/02/another-building-burns-in-grand-rapids.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-5359665260402399780Mon, 11 Feb 2008 02:26:00 +00002008-02-10T22:37:42.238-05:00Our kids are growing up.... It's still sinking in that this past summer our two oldest daughters were sitting behind the wheel in driver's training. Yesterday, seeing them all dressed up and sending them off with their dates, we can't deny the beautiful young ladies they have become. Yesterday's occassion was TriUnity's homecoming. Myranda and Cassidy embarrassed. I guess they should havehttp://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/02/homecoming-for-two-teen-daughters.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-1852410681673965299Sat, 09 Feb 2008 14:46:00 +00002008-02-25T08:49:30.211-05:00It was a blowout, but a great game. Neither team conceded and played hard to the final tick. Some highlights. Happy Winter Homecoming everybody! - Jonhttp://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/02/tucs-vs-wmc.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-5221602735154145682Mon, 04 Feb 2008 22:00:00 +00002008-02-04T18:06:28.367-05:00SaugatuckWinterSnowThis past Saturday, a few of us took the journey into Saugatuck for some coffee and a prime parking spot. This popular summer-resort beach town is most definitely open for business in the winter. It's very serene and placid with the snow and diminished crowds! Our uncommon spokes-models for Uncommon Grounds. - Jonhttp://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/02/snow-and-coffee-in-saugatuck.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-385034753308798921Thu, 31 Jan 2008 21:28:00 +00002008-01-31T18:47:39.551-05:00Amway Grand PlazaSlideshowWeddingWintergrand rapidsDeVos PlaceCongratulations Greg & Holly! From the vows to the honeymoon, WE'RE THERE! Okay, seriously, the entire day was way amazing, from the ceremony at Mayflower in EGR to the opulent recepion in the 95-year-old Pantlind Ballroom at the Amway Grand Plaza. The Pantlind Ballroom is one of our favorite place to shoot! Click the PLAY icon to enjoy the sneak peak Greg & Holly's friends and family http://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/01/amway-grand-plaza-pantlind-ballroom.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-392919750942692610Tue, 01 Jan 2008 18:28:00 +00002008-01-01T17:43:01.118-05:00Happy New Year! 2007 was a banner year! Picture Michigan celebrated a ten-year anniversary. Lucinda received a top-ten accolade from the Wedding Photojournalism Association. We made many many new friends along the way and met up with old friends too.We thank you all for sharing in our successes!The news of 2007 we are most excited about is our move into a new location, establishing a Portraiture http://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2008/01/2007-in-review.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-27685781.post-1434436344768073500Fri, 19 Oct 2007 13:38:00 +00002007-10-19T09:53:46.694-04:00Lightninggrand rapidsWow, quite the lightning storm last night, especially considering how deep we are in the autumn season! The weather in Michigan can be so fickle. Remember the autumn color tour from last year? - Jonhttp://www.picturemichigan.com/blog/2007/10/lightning-storm.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Picture Michigan)0