LSDunham Photography BLOG

Oh, Those Friendly Skies!

2008-07-01T07:28:00.000-07:00

Sara and Shane both have to travel a LOT for their jobs in the medical industry. But as Shane said, "it's not that bad, that's where I met the love of my life." It looks pretty apparent to me that he and Sara both feel that way. So, it was very appropriate when Sara wanted to do their engagement session at the Tulsa International Airport, where we met Sunday afternoon. It was a perfect spot for this perfect pair. October skies are going to be even friendlier! Thanks for a fun fun time guys!

Beautiful Boys!

2008-06-16T12:21:00.000-07:00

Little boys are the most adorable things on the planet! The wheels are always turning, if you know what I mean. They always seem to just epitomize the "joy of life". I recently had the pleasure of photographing a new addition to the Breneman family - Cole and his big brother, Carter, who's going to show him the ropes. Too darling for words. We had a great time playing around. This is the last session in my old natural light studio (sniff, sniff). BUT...we have a NEW natural light studio opening this month in Brookside.

BackYard Bliss - Married at Last!

2008-06-13T18:07:00.000-07:00

May 17th was a beautiful Saturday afternoon for Kim Payne and Scott Stivers to exchange vows with friends and families surrounding them. A reception followed outside in a park-like backyard with wonderful food prepared with love by The Wild Fork. A pink dress, ribbon-tied shoes with light-up heels, a jewel edged veil and something blue on her bouquet of pink roses made for a fairytale day marking the beginning of wonderful marriage for Kim and Scott and their family of boys - Kyle and Benny. Congratulations! It was a wonderful day!

Guests can access the wedding photos with password "Payne-Stivers Wedding" thru the view proofs link on the main website.

Just another Manic Monday

2008-06-08T23:28:00.000-07:00

I don't even know what to say about these two. Patti called me a few weeks ago from Texas and said she and her fiance were going to be in Tulsa on Monday, May 5 to get married at the Chapel by the Courthouse and could I meet them there and take a few photos. She found me on the internet - the same place she found Dave - her fiance. The same place she found Chapel by the Courthouse too. I listened to her story and I was so curious to find out more. Maybe because 20 years ago, I got married in a similar fashion - eloped to a city I barely knew, met the witnesses to my wedding that day at the courthouse. I felt a connection to Patti and I didn't really know why. I asked her if she knew how much we charged for weddings. She had no idea. She told me she'd broken her foot and was in a boot but had a great shoe for the other one. We made a deal. A few days later, she called me again, she needed someone to fix her hair and makeup that day. I called my daughter, Morgan - a hairdresser and great makeup artist...she said "sure". I showed up at 3:00 at the Renaissance Hotel and met Patti and Dave -- "Mr. Dave" she called him. Morgan fixed her hair and put on her makeup. We learned they'd met on the internet. Both had been married before. Both were still looking for "the one". They knew they were in love before they ever met, and the deal was sealed when they finally did. Kendra with VIP limo picked us all up at the Hotel. We went to the Tulsa County Courthouse to get the marriage license. My sister, Sandy, works there and we practically grew up in the courthouse so that was a breeze. Next, Kendra takes us to the address we had for the Chapel by the Courthouse. It's now a bar. Ummm. We call "Pastor Bob" and leave word. He calls and directs us to the "new" location. It's at 12th & Houston. Oh, and by the way, he also runs the gas station next door. Yeah. (I'm not making this up) We pull up there in the VIP limo. I see the bride's face fall to the floor. They are catching Southwest to Vegas for a much anticipated honeymoon the next day --- they must get married today. It's almost 5 o'clock. Too late to find a judge or justice of the peace. Well, it just so happens that I used to be on staff at Asbury United Methodist Church so I called out there and there were two Pastors still in the building, but they were meeting with people so I couldn't talk to them. Kendra fired up the limo and away we went towards Asbury. I went inside and Pastor Darlene was still there. I told here they had to get married today and were waiting in the car outside. She said, in her Darlene way, "Today? Well, give me a minute and I'll meet you in the prayer room." Hallelujah! Darlene married them in the beautiful little prayer room at Asbury on May 5, 2008. Kendra had them back to their Hotel and on to her next appointment by 6:00 p.m. Mr. & Mrs. Kerbs finally got married and got to spend their first night together as husband and wife in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Neither had ever been here before but I'm thinking they will always have a sweet spot in their hearts for our dear little city. Maybe on their anniversary they'll say...."Take me back to Tulsa."

Swept Away

2008-06-06T21:36:00.000-07:00

"And so it begins
This journey of love
The summer wind carries us to places all our own..."

And so it seemed the wild wind of this May day could've swept anyone off their feet. In a lovely outdoor garden setting on a mighty windy day, gusts flirted with skirts, tousled tresses, and lifted Amy's veil into the promising sky.

"Seeing my tomorrows in your eyes
I was swept away."

To view Amy and Jason's slideshow, click:

Happily Ever After

2008-05-23T13:01:00.000-07:00

‘Twas the night they had planned ‘neath many a full moon….a fairy tale wedding befitting a sparkling princess and her dashing prince. It was an evening of merriment in an enchanted villa of vaulted ceilings, gilded walls, burnished floors and leaded glass. It was a swirl of lace, a splash of champagne, scattered rose petals, toasts and tears—and finally a stolen moment…

From across the room she moved like a swan on a moonlit lake. The flickering candlelight danced upon her emerald-flecked eyes. Chestnut curls tumbled over her ivory skin. The room fell away upon his embrace and he whispered in her ear, “As long as there are stars in the sky, we will dance among them.”

To see Nicole and Brock’s love story, click below.

Here's Sophia! - Official Introduction

2008-05-08T08:32:00.000-07:00

A lot of you already know Sophia Litchfield because we've been shooting together from the studio for over a year BUT it's now official... We're full partners in this business. Our Partnership is named Five-to-50. Sophia and I were each other's "first friend" - the one you meet in kindergarten that isn't part of your family and you realize you're not stuck playing with your sisters all the time! So that's the Five and I think we all know what the 50 means! We photographed for yearbook, graduated high school together, I was in HER wedding (it was the first time I'd seen champagne come out of a fountain!), stayed in touch during all our child-rearing years and reconnected when I shot her daughter, Jessica's wedding. Even though we hadn't been together a lot for 20 years, we fell right back into that same friendship we've always had. Sophia has a degree in ART/Graphic Design and brings incredible artistic skills to the venture along with her existing Graphic Design business-Pixel Passion. Here's some photos I've taken of her On The Job - she likes the first one but I kind of like the others! I couldn't be partners with anyone else and I'm so glad she's here!

We've got a remodel beginning at the Studio this week. After a year in the space, we've decided to re-configure and enlarge the media room to include a natural light studio wing. We should be back in there by mid-june full time and have a new studio to shoot in too!

Please come by and Welcome Sophia in person and check back often for more news!

Love in Paradise

2008-05-07T20:38:00.000-07:00

After a romantic proposal in Hawaii, April 26th was the gorgeous Saturday Nancy and Les exchanged vows at Trinity Church in Broken Arrow. An island themed reception followed at Cedar Ridge Country Club with fabulous design provided by Lasting Impressions Event Design - www.lastingimpressionsoftulsa.com - in kiwi and deep purples. Beautiful flowers, an island fire dancer, and wonderful food and music made it an evening to remember for everyone. Click on the link to see the slideshow from the night.

The Music Man

2008-04-23T06:03:00.000-07:00

April has been a busy month for sure! Here's the Monte Cassino 7th Grade production of The Music Man highlights. My daughter, Kate, had the role of Marian the Librarian. It was a wonderful performance by all the 7th graders! Congratulations and thank you for a wonderful evening of theatre!

Meagan & David's Excellent Wedding!

2008-04-18T12:58:00.000-07:00

After a romantic courtship from New York to Norman and beyond, Meagan and David tied the knot April 12, 2008, at Asbury United Methodist Church and partied into the night at The Mayo Hotel in Tulsa, OK. Heartfelt vows, an attempted early kiss and a surprise wedding band made the ceremony lovely and memorable. Beautiful colors - black, white and bright yellow had the Mayo sparkling like the champagne! Click the link to see their Love Story.

It's Amore!

2008-04-11T17:21:00.000-07:00

Wedding Season officially started for us April 5th with the marriage of Officer Tony and his beautiful bride - Jennifer. We had a blast with this big Italian crew, a few of Tulsa's finest, and the sweetest ceremony ever. Check out their slideshow.

Big Thank You!

2008-03-11T05:36:00.000-07:00

Many of you know that my family and I just moved our household a little further south - to Tulsa/Bixby line at 111th. Well, our move is complete - almost. It takes a while to move almost 15 years of stuff out of a big house and into a house half the size. We had 7 family members at one time and now we're just 3! I also had a natural light studio in that house which is now being constructed at our Brookside location. Lots of changes in a short amount of time! Anyway, I want to say THANK YOU to everyone who has helped us - both professionally and personally - during this move and for your patience if you've been waiting for photo products. The opportunity for our new house was a sudden one and we haven't sold our big house on the hill yet. I'm linking it here so if you know anyone who wants/needs a big house that has been full of fun and love, send them over!

Why don't we steal away...into the night

2008-02-02T16:26:00.000-08:00

Anne and Thomas did just that - stole away to Eureka Springs and got married last July 21, 2007. Then something went out in the mail that read -- "They up and eloped and got themselves hitched - And we as their parents felt we got ditched! - But alas, don't depair; we'll have the last say - We'll throw them a party and celebrate anyway!" That celebration was held on January 26, 2008, at The Tulsa Country Club. You can access their gallery with the password - "Wiruth-Perrault" and see all the fun!
Congratulations Anne and Tom. You guys were really good sports in all this hoopla! We had a great time!

My Sweet Baby Girls

2008-01-30T11:19:00.000-08:00

Don't Hate me but I just spent 2.5 days with my darling little granddaughters! Tatum & Taylor. They are so sweet! We had a good time but, man, they wear me out! I know why their mother is so tired and skinny! She never gets to sleep and she never gets to eat! Seriously, they are a handful but overall, hilarious and I feel so blessed to have them in my life. They are THE BEST! Nana let them have chocolate donuts every day ... if that's what they wanted. Nana let Tatum have her TV timer on for 120 ... if that's what she wanted. Nana let Taylor have a bottle at 5 a.m. ... if that's what she wanted. Well, you get the picture. xxoo
Their parents don't get back til Friday but we tag-teamed with the other grandparents for the week - it really does take a village! They can't wait for you to get home guys! Take a little peek at what we've been up to.
See you soon!

Wild and Crazy Foxes!

2007-09-16T20:23:00.000-07:00

During a senior portrait session Sunday morning in Downtown Tulsa, this little red fox jumped right up on the wall in the underpass we were shooting! Yikes! We kept shooting and she just watched. A little weird if I do say so.

Lauren and Anthony - Holiday Wedding Plans!

2007-09-16T19:54:00.000-07:00

A holiday wedding is planned for Lauren and Anthony but we got a little time for an engagement session this past week. Together for 5 years, these two are planning to tie the knot in December. No mistletoe needed here!

Tiny Nicole!

2007-09-16T19:48:00.001-07:00

I really love to photograph expectant mothers BUT I REALLY LOVE to photograph the fruit of her labor - the BABY! And I feel so honored when I get to follow a new little family and document the special times and just the everyday times they have in their lives. This little girl is the tiniest, sweetest, most expressive little thing! I just love this little face! Thanks for sharing her with me!

Tiny Nicole!

2007-09-16T19:48:00.000-07:00

Marriage by Design - Nicole & Brock

2007-09-16T18:30:00.000-07:00

Beautiful weather in Tulsa for this engagement session with Nicole & Brock. These two both work for the same architectural firm but in their spare time have been designing a blueprint for a happy life together - marriage Spring 2008! Can't wait for the BIG day!

IT'S A GUSHER! AMBER & BRANDT WED AT LAST!

2007-07-30T19:57:00.000-07:00

July 28, 2007, was the date we've all been waiting for. Amber Knapp and Brandt Vawter exchanged vows at Asbury United Methodist Church and celebrated their union with a reception blast in The Grand Ballroom of the Renaissance Hotel in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Bride was stunning in a Monique Lhuillier dress of ivory satin trimmed with platinum bows. The wedding cake mirrored her dress. With both bride and groom in the oil business, the wedding kept that theme of Oklahoma oil boom opulence. It was nothing short of breath-taking. Lasting Impressions Event Design had the place looking like a million bucks and Dave & The Wave Tones kept the crowd dancing into the wee hours and wanting more. The happy couple dashed off into the night in a Corvette convertible, on their way to an undisclosed location. Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Vawter! We had a wonderful time celebrating with you all and wish you all the best in your new lives together. Lisa

A "Capitol" Idea! Kate & Todd - married!

2007-07-23T16:05:00.000-07:00

They met in our capitol city, romanced in Alexandria's Olde Towne and married right here in beautiful Tulsa, Oklahoma, this past Saturday night - July 21, 2007. The ceremony was held in the Boston Avenue Methodist Church - an incredible architectural testament to Tulsa's early days with it's ornate art-deco details. The Reverend Mouzon Biggs officiated in the Rose Chapel - where he married the bride's parents 3 decades ago. An elegant reception followed at Harwelden with great food, drink, music and many friends and family. The groom hails from Vermont and the celebration was heavily attended by east-coasters who battled our heat, humidity and orange barrels with smiles to be here for Kate and Todd. Following a honeymoon to Ireland, Kate & Todd are making their home here in T-town with their "blended" canine family - Chevis and Duke. It was intimate, lovely and loads of fun. All the things a wedding should be! Thanks so much for including us in your special day! Lisa

7-7-07 - JACKPOT IN CATOOSA

2007-07-09T06:36:00.000-07:00

Malissa and Trevor exchanged vows Saturday - July 7, 2007 - underneath the trees at The Skelly Lodge in Catoosa, OK. It was a beautiful ceremony, laden with gorgeous flowers from Brookside Blooms, flowing ribbons and a few fans to fight off the mid-morning heat. There were more family photographers there than I've ever seen before, all wanting to share in the excitement and celebration of the unity of this darling couple. A light lunch was served in the Lodge following the outdoor ceremony and the couple left for their honeymoon to ???? Trevor was keeping this a big secret but they did have to have Passports so I can't wait to hear all about it!Congratulations Malissa & Trevor! We had a great time with you two on your special day. Lisa

COME RAIN OR SHINE - THEY'RE MARRIED!

2007-07-02T09:29:00.000-07:00

We've had rain for the past 18 days in a row and Saturday was no exception. Even though it moved a planned outdoor ceremony inside - the result was the same. Sarah and Chris are finally married! Just before they exchanged vows, the clouds moved out and the sun shone through the windows at the Dresser Mansion, pouring light into the room and into the hearts of all their friends and family watching. No rain the remainder of the evening for a beautiful reception with dancing and celebrating until this sweet and beautiful artist rode off into the night with her musician on a Stella. Husband and Wife at last! Congratulations! Good Luck in your new life together in Seattle.

Deanna & Will - Married at Last!

2007-06-18T16:01:00.000-07:00

These two have been waiting quite a while to marry each other. College and grad school - the wait is finally over and they became husband and wife Saturday night at First United Methodist Church in BA and a roaring reception following at the Tulsa Garden Center. All pink and black - my favorite colors! Will's father co-officiated the service, Will sang to his bride before they exchanged vows. It was so sweet - there were lots of tears in the house that's for sure! Congratulations, Deanna & Will! You two will have a long and loving marriage, we're sure of it!

Mikel & Garrett - Wedded Bliss!

2007-06-10T17:08:00.000-07:00

Twin Hills Country Club in OKC was the picture perfect setting for this darling couple - Mikel & Garrett - to tie the knot on Saturday, surrounded by their friends and family and plenty of kleenex. The ceremony took place under the BIG TENT and the reception inside the ballroom - it was beautiful. they had a great band - The Groove Merchants - who rocked the house 'til midnight. A beautiful Oklahoma June evening to start their lives out right! Congratulations! We had a great time! Lisa (Guests use "Mikel-Garrett Wedding" to see more photos from the wedding.