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  • Giveaway with Sandisk Extreme Team | Zach & Jody!

    Hey all!   We just wanted to share with you some really exciting news that has been in the making but is officially official!! :)

    We are a part of the new and emerging team of pro shooters from Sandisk, called the Extreme Team!

     

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    We are incredibly honored to be among some of the most elite photographers from every genera of photography and working with the best CF card manufacturer in the world! With this new relationship with SanDisk, we will now be heading out to do co-sponsored workshops, speaking engagements and other events that will be all about you, the photographer who wants the best information about their business!

    Our first official gig with them is our September 21st workshop at Adorama in New York City! Check it out HERE!

    We have been using SanDisk cards since we started, and little did we know why our cards have performed soooo well for years. SanDisk actually invented CF cards and builds the technology. Cool! Since they invented the hardware and work closely with camera manufacturers, you know that there is no safer place to store your important images. The reason Apple works so well, is because they build the hardware and write the software used in their products. SanDisk is similar and that is why we think they have the best product on the market.

    Check out our brand new link on the SanDisk site and because of this awesome news, we are doing a giveaway right here on the blog, courtesy of our new friends over at Sandisk!

    We are giving away a brand new Cruzer Edge 8 Gig USB Flash drive! Ready to win? Here is what you need to do!

    1. Follow Zach & Jody on Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/ZachandJody)
    2. Follow Follow SanDisk on Twitter (http://www.twitter.com/Sandisk)
    3. Sign up for our Photographer newsletter for free monthly exclusive photo tips & tricks (http://tinyurl.com/yhudaqt)
    4. Tweet the following message

    (text to copy – Win an 8 Gig Sandisk Cruzer Edge USB Drive w/ @ZachandJody & @SanDisk!  More info - http://tinyurl.com/3o8nwvz

    5. For brownie points, leave a comment below letting us know why your excited to win!

    6. Check back on the blog on SUNDAY (the 11th) when the winner will be announced!!  It will be the responsibility of the winner to contact us (winner@grayphotograph.com) within 24 hours with mailing address or new winner will be chosen.

    About the giveaway:

    Store, protect and transfer your files with the compact and stylish SanDisk® Cruzer® Edge™ USB flash drive. With its simple slider design, this USB flash drive is perfect for taking your favorite files and images with you.

    Good luck!!

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    Interview with the UK’s Photography Parlour!

    We were honored to have been interviewed by Liesl Cheney for the United Kingdom’s Photography Parlour!! The Photography Parlour is a great resource for not only UK photographers to learn and share, but also for U.S. photographers.

    You can watch (or read!) the interview by clicking the image below!

    Liesl asked us questions in regards to our business – how we began, how our business grew the way it did, the best and worst things about working with each other, out style and approach to photography, how we  incorporate lighting into our shoots and how to slowly build your gear AND more :)  Hope you enjoy!

    Make sure to follow the @photoparlour on Twitter to hear about the other amazing interviews they have (including Mike Colon, Jessica Clair, Jaz Ampaw-Farr, Jesh De Rox and more :)

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    Featured Article on Expo Imaging.com!

    We have been working with Expo Imaging for a while now (Expo Disc anyone? aw yeah!) and they are one of our awesome sponsors of our photography workshops here in Nashville and in San Fransisco too! Expo features photographers on their website with inside tips, interviews and tons of cool info about their businesses.

    The Expo Imaging article shares our mentality towards weddings, our gear, our workshops and some other cool stuff, so check out the article HERE to read more!

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    Published | People Magazine

    If you head on over to magazine stands you just might see some images of a recent wedding of ours!

    We are super blessed and pumped to have our images from one of our latest weddings in People magazine.  Check out the below spread and make sure to pick up the county special in stores near you.

    To view more images from the beautiful wedding of Jenny & Josh, CLICK HERE or scroll below!

    Vince Gill's daughter's wedding, Amy Gran, Josh & Jenny Celebrity wedding photographers, Zach & Jody Gray, People Magazine

    Vince Gill's daughter's wedding, Amy Gran, Josh & Jenny Celebrity wedding photographers, Zach & Jody Gray, People Magazine, Gray Photography

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    Josh & Jenny – your wedding was once again, absolutely beautiful and we are so blessed that we were able to be a part of it!

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    The Beautiful Nashville Wedding of Josh & Jenny!

    We had the pleasure of shooting an absolutely beautiful Nashville wedding for an absolutely beautiful couple this last month.  When we first met Josh & Jenny, we loved their personalities and their love for music, and we were a perfect fit for the kind of wedding photography experience that they were looking for.

    Their wedding was beautiful, the weather was perfect, everything looked fantastic, and the wedding went off without a hitch, thanks to Dori Thornton and her fab team from The Social Office, not to mention all of the other fantastic vendors who were a part of this day as well.

    Enjoy the images and further details of their wedding day!

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    We will start off this post with Josh & Jenny’s adorable favors!  These favors, along with the programs and koozies were all created and by Nicole and Lauren of  Nico and Lala. The “Mint to Be” favor was placed in a mint plant for guests to take home.  So cute!

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography

    Jenny’s GORGEOUS dress was a Melissa Sweet with hand embroidery and floral applique with Swarvoski crystal detail from the fabulous The Bride Room in Nashville, TN.  The dress fit Jenny like a glove and was absolutely stunning on her!

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography

    Jenny’s bridesmaids were a RIOT and super fun!  If only you could have been there while we were shooting … :)

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography

    Josh & his groomsmen rocking it out…

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography, People Magazine

    The flowers that you see below and throughout this post were done by Ilex for Flowers.  Phalapopis Orchids, hundreds of white and green roses, and White Garden Peonies, created a beautiful backdrop for the festivities!

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography, People Magazine

    Jenny looking on as guests begin to arrive.

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography, People Magazine

    Josh & Jenny got married in the garden where Josh proposed…

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography, People Magazine

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography, People Magazine

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    Nashville, TN Wedding Photography

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography, People Magazine

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography, People Magazine

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography, People Magazine

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography, People Magazine

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography, People Magazine

    Their cake, by Leland Riggan of Desert Designs, was AMAZING! As you can see, the bride’s cake was 5 tiers, designed with a chocolate brown branches and  delicate Spring green blossoms inspired by their invitations.  The flavors were a combination of chocolate truffle cake and sour cream cake iced in butter meringue, and the groom’s cake was an un-iced marble cake covered in fresh strawberries!

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography, People Magazine

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography, People Magazine

    The fantastic live band, Scat Springs, kept the party going with their amazing musicianship and entertainment, and if you take notice of the dance floor, it was custom hand painted continuing the tree branches and blossoms theme.

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography, People Magazine

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography, People Magazine

    Jenny threw her bouquet from the balcony, just before her and Josh departed. They exited the house under a tunnel of lit branches as they were surprised by the Odessa and the Settles Connection singing “Oh Happy Day.”  It was a beautiful moment!!

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography, People Magazine

    Vince Gill, Amy Grant, Josh VanValkenburg & Jenny Gill wedding images, celebrity wedding photographers, Zach and Jody Gray, Gray Photography, People Magazine

    If you enjoyed the images, you have to watch their amazing video trailer done by videographers, Eugene & Heather of 2Duce2.

    This is them in action at the wedding…

    Click on the below to watch the VanValkenburg/Gill wedding trailer!

    Jenny Gill & Josh VanValkenburg wedding, heather and eugene, videography, 2duce2

    Thanks Jenny & Josh for being such a fun and fab couple!! :)

    The full list of vendors who were a part of making this day spectacular:

    Planning and coordination: Dori Thornton from The Social Office

    Videographers – Eugene & Heather Brown of 2Duce2

    Live Fantastic Band – Scat Springs

    Fresh & gorgeous flowers – Ilex for Flowers

    Bride’s dress – The Bride Room

    Delicious Catering – Kristen Winston Catering

    Bride & Groom cake – Leland Riggan of Desert Designs

    Jenny & s. mother-of-the-bride’s hair and makeup – Sheila Davis

    Bridal party hair & makeup – Brady Wardlaw & Neal Robison

    Custom favors, programs & koozies – Nicole and Lauren of  Nico and Lala

    Valet Services – Parking Management Company

    Live Choir – Odessa and the Settles Connection

    Getaway vehicle – Matchless Limousine

    Cocktail hour & Ceremony Quartet – Nashville Symphony Players

    Decor:

    Nashville Tent & Awning

    Classic Party Rental

    FABU Event Decor

    Visual Elements Nashville

    Nashville Audio Visual

    BBJ Linen

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    • amazing amazing amazing! This is a first time visit to your blog and I love your work. The shots of the ceremony site beforehand…under the huge big ole’ bright sun…how did you do that!? They look incredible! Very beautiful work.

    • Debbie Boothe

      Fantastic pictures! They really captured your special day in the pictures.

    • so beautiful! Do you set up lights at the reception? if so what kind? Thanks :)
      Shawnee

    • WOW! Absolutely stunning!!!!!

    • Tricia C.

      Wonderful photos showing the beautiful wedding day for Jenny & Josh. Love the mix of colored and B&W shots capturing the love, fun & excitement shared on a special day.

    • Beautifully captured pics of the bride and groom and the decors.Great work guys! Jenny is stunning and beautiful in all the pics and so is Josh.

    • Krista

      What an indescribably beautiful day! So glad you have these photos to capture it perfectly!

    • So freaking stoked for next year! wink. wink. ;)

    • Simply Beautiful, You make wedding photography look so simple. Best wishes to Jenny & Josh, your pictures are amazing.

    • Joyce Spicer

      A beautiful wedding for a beautiful couple…. spectacular Job!

    • diane watkins

      By far the most beautiful wedding pictures I’ve ever seen. Just like a fairytale! If their marriage is half as beautiful and romantic as their wedding photos, they’re in for a lifetime of love and happiness! Way to go Gray Photography, and Congratulations Jenny and Josh!

    • Trish Malcolm

      Great photos!! Picture perfect day for a picture perfect couple – Congratulations!!!

    • Heath Howell

      What a beautiful wedding!

    • Lorie Richardson

      I loved the pictures.

    • Dawn Wallin

      Just beautiful!

    • Ali J

      A picture is worth a thousand words, and these definitely captured the essence of that amazing day!! I can’t wait to see more! Incredible photography capturing beautiful moments of two unbelievably special people. What could be better?!

    • Michele

      Fabulous photographs! Makes me want to go back and have my wedding all over again! Jenny you are such a beautiful bride. These photo’s will help you relive these moments over and over throughout your and Josh’s life together. Live well & celebrate your life together!

    • Crystal Shaffer

      The most beautiful wedding pictures!Everything was just perfect!You sure were amazing Jenny!

    • Lori Cancilla

      Jenny & Josh,
      Your wedding photos and the video are beautiful! Thank you for sharing them with everyone. You made a stunning couple on your wedding day. The ceremony and reception areas were decorated with such grace and style. Have a wonderful life together and remember this day always.
      Lori

    • Dana Goodwin

      Beautiful beautiful pictures, Jenny – You and Josh make a precious couple !!!

    • Luanne bowers

      Beautiful photos! Jenny looked gorgeous and it looks like everyone had a great time. Congratulations!

    • Joni

      Absolutely stunning photography! and an incredibly beautiful bride and wedding. It looked like a perfect day and Jenny and Josh have the perfect keepsake in their stunning photo’s. Congratulations!

    • Amy Brooker

      What wonderful pictures! Jenny is a gorgeous bride!

    • Barbara

      Absolutely stunning! Looks like an event of a lifetime, captured beautifully on film – gorgeous!

    • Randall

      Awesome pictures! These are fantastic!

    • Melissa

      Amazing photography! I love the way you captured these special moments. It makes me want to see even more of the photos. You are amazing!

    • Absolutely STUNNING photos! Made me feel like I was there….simply amazing!

    • MB

      Beautiful subjects and amazing photography!! I’m sharing this with my sister!! Congrats to Jenny and Josh!!

    • Debbie Drumheller

      Fantastic pictures! Your wedding was captured so beautifully! My daughter got married last year and I know how much work and joy this day is! Beautiful bride and beautiful wedding and amazing photographs to remember it with.

      God’s Blessings,
      Debbie

    • Keithan Melton

      Wow. I can honestly say this was the most enjoyable wedding I’ve attended in my life and your photos capture every bit of that excitement and fun that was had by all! Very very impressive… Can’t wait to see ALL of the shots!

    • Amazing this wedding… the pictures you take are so gorgeous!! I love your wokr!

    • Sandra Lawrence

      Wonderful job of capturing the day. Brought it all back, tears and all. Thank you. Josh and Jenny, I couldn’t be a happier, prouder mama.

    • kate

      love the pics!!

    • Lauren Stiles

      Zach & Jody (and team) – you guys are AMAZING!!!! I can’t wait to see the rest of Jenny & Josh’s photos! You guys definitely bring a unique style to the pics and they are all BEAUTIFUL!

    • Linda Blackburn

      The photography at Josh and Jenny’s wedding was beautiful. They make a awesome couple. I know they must be very proud of the work you did.

    • Krystal Nite

      The wedding was a vision and I’m so happy and lucky to have been a part of it! Thank you Zach and Jody for capturing the life and moments of that day so perfectly. You made real life look even better to cherish for a lifetime!

    • Rebekah Brashier

      What a lovely couple, what a beautiful wedding! These pictures tell such a wonderful story!

    • Mary Lou Ely

      You took a beautiful couple like Jenny and Josh, who married in a beautiful setting, and captured the love and emotion of the day. The love of countless relationships, father and daughter, mother and daughter, future husband and wife, and friends are shown in your pictures. Awesome job!
      Mary Lou Ely

    • Debby Cummings

      Beautiful pictures to capture a special event. Best Wishes for a wonderful life together.

    • Kirk

      What a fantastic wedding and a wonderful way to cap it all off to drive off in that nice classic car!!! Nice pictures too!!! Makes me think of a storybook wedding.

    • Beautiful couple with everything perfect. I wish you both much happiness as you begin this special part of your life. Many, many blessings to you.

    • AMAZING photography for this event! You really captured the moments, the feelings and the colors of the day. I know who to call if I’m ever blessed enough to get married again…

    • Toni Cain

      Simply stunning photographs!

    • Becky Stiles--Momma #2

      I was at the wedding, and though I never thought pictures could do it justice–you just have..it is even more beautiful than I remembered. Thanks for your storybook!

    • Mia Simpson

      My youngest daughter (going into her senior year of high school) wants to be a photographer and says these are awesome pictures!! The creativity, lighting, and ambiance are phenomenal!!

    • Jenny your photos are stunning! I spoke with your dad last week after a show and he told me that your wedding was the most beautiful thing he had ever seen. Indeed! You will cherish these photos forever.

    • Belinda

      Josh and Jenny’s photos are absolutely gorgeous! I love your work!

    • Jennifer

      These are AMAZING!!!! I’m actually in one of the pics!!! :)

    • Kenna Kingston

      Beautiful, fun pictures! Congrats to the bride & groom! :)

    • Jenny

      I cannot thank you both enough for the beautiful work. They are absolutely stunning. LOVE LOVE LOVE you so much

    • HEY! I know Scat! I’ll have to tell him that I know you guys. He’s a great guy, and very talented. Awesome job on the wedding, as usual, and congrats on People Magazine. That’s a huge deal. Just don’t forget the “little” people. :)

    • OH! and I just noticed the Leland cake… cant get any better than that

    • Woah! Jerry Verner officiating! I love doing weddings there. Great photos guys as usual! and great video! I might just have to stop by the magazine rack today.

    • Jenny miner

      wow wow i love the pics that you guys took Jenny and josh are a Gift from god what amazing pics thanks for shareing

    • LOVE. LOVE. LOVE!!!!! these photos. fantastic job. i know you. remember that.

    • wow!! you guys did a stellar job capturing this wedding!! soooo beautiful! congrats on getting published as well!!

    • WOW – awesome photos! And Jodi, one day when all your clients are A-listers I can say, “I knew her when…”

      Well done to the two of you!

    • This was soo much fun!! You two are freakin amazing!! We can’t stop looking at all the images!! AAAAHHHHH

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