My Photo of one of my favorite couples on MSNBC!

Check out this US news article featuring one of my favorite couples and my photo of them at their wedding!

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/38789236/ns/us_news has the official and extended version... for now here it is! Yay Elisa and Megan.

MSNBC article...'Name changing for gay couples not a straight line'

This Aug. 28, 2009 photo released by Krista Handfield shows Megan, left, and Elisa Hebert at Country Gardens in Rehoboth, Mass. Elisa Hebert, 32, wasn?t attached to her surname before she traveled with partner Megan from their home outside Denver, Colo., to Rehoboth, a plus since most of their friends and family are from New England. Back home, Elisa appeared in court to complete her legal name change before a judge managing a roomful of ticked-off parents and their kids hauled in for truancy. "I felt like a 12-year-old who was in trouble" she said. (AP Photo/Krista Handfield)

Here is the written part of the article....

By LEANNE ITALIE

updated 8/20/2010 4:03:47 PM ET

In October 2008, racing against California's gay marriage ban, Chloe and Frankie Frankeny wed legally in San Francisco with one chore already done: Chloe had taken her wife's name two years before.

"It was the only way we had to fit into a mainstream role that was understandable to anybody," said Chloe, managing editor of a fashion website. "When I told my father I was taking Frankie's name he was sort of blown away because I definitely consider myself a feminist."

With a battle over the state's ban on gay marriage possibly headed to the U.S. Supreme Court, it's likely more same-sex couples will do the same. For the Frankenys, the name switch couldn't magically grant all the marriage benefits denied same-sex couples when compared to one man, one wife, but it was one more way to express their union. It's a symbol rendered even stronger now that legal gay marriages are on hold in California, and for partners who've never had the option.

Logistically, a name-change for gay couples isn't always as simple as trotting out a marriage certificate, the proof most required in heterosexual marriage. Emotionally, the journey is about love, commitment — and a way to ease anxiety over being misunderstood as non-relatives in emergencies or considered less-than as parents.

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'Touchback' the movie starring Kurt Russell

Photographing on the set of the feature film 'Touchback'. Film is expected for full release in spring 2011.

This is my favorite picture of Kurt Russell and Brian Presley on set. The rest to be seen after release of course.

Gooseberry beach Newport, sweet simple and so beautiful

Another Weddings To Go Green success! This family did it in style, on a beach on a Thursday, very simple and oh so elegant. Gooseberry Beach is not easy to land as a location with all the members wanting this private spectacular view for their own events, but Josh and Christine found Barbara at Glorious affairs to sponsor their wedding at this private club as well as design a perfect evening.
The wedding was on the beach, the weather perfect, cocktails on the deck overlooking the water, pictures on the beach, and the reception with hand rolled cigars, awesome food, and dancing in the club house. The toast boasted of the kindness and sweet nature of the couple, and I couldn't agree more!

B*A*S*H...

Ooo lala one of my pinup sessions was pick for another special day! RIRedCross.org for a fundraiser!

Reliving it!

This is a wedding I did last year. I am posting it again because I am working on the wedding album and am reliving this day. It has special meaning to me because it is one of the first smaller weddings I did where my mind "clicked" and I realized just how amazing these small weddings are to photograph. My new program called Weddings To Go Green is greatly derived from the experience I had with this couple and the new family. Thanks P and D!

Gansett Girl of the week!

Gansett Girl of the week, Janelle on Narraganesett Beer.com! Check it out.

Lake of the Isles! Smashing!

Oh, it is not very often where I run into a couple that can master elegance AND simplicity, throw a killer party and enjoy a smashing cake cutting all in one night..and I mean SMASHING!

Jen and Mike's wedding holds a special place in my heart. It was a wedding that my associate Kate and I both loved. First, it was at my favorite and 2010 feature spot Lake of the Isles in Stonington Ct. With the amazing and professional staff to help orchestrate perfection. Second, Jen and Mike both looked stunning and were totally relaxed, fun and willing to work with (oh and so was the wedding party). Third, the party went on it full fun mode even though many of the grooms buddies were called back on the boat. And last but not least, Jen and Mike did a cake cutting like I have never seen. Just all out smashed cake in every crevice of their faces! Oh...and I have to mention there is something about a group of sailors singing the SNL digital short song "I'm on a boat" that is unforgettable.

It was a blast and I am so thankful to have worked with them!