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Happy Endings

Dajuan Jones — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 02:07:15 +0000

Fresh off a long hard week, my mind reflects not only on this week, but last year and the many weddings, events and portrait sessions we’ve been honored to participate in. 2009 was a great year for us, one I’ve said good bye to ever so affectionately.

Working hard to make your dream a success, even when you might not have enjoyed the journey until the culmination, reminds me of a couple who’s wedding we photographed back in 2008 in downtown Raleigh at the Long View Center. Reviewing the images, Jennifer barely smiled all day. Maybe it was her nerves: she planned the wedding herself, including responsibility for all the day of coordination. (Note to future brides: don’t do this! I can refer you to some awesome planners and coordinators.) But the recessional meant the hard work (planning, directing, and executing) was all over. And right when it sunk in, a smile all too rare for such an occasion broke through!

Here’s to happy endings! Whether it be the end of a tough week, good year (2009), or getting through your own wedding, happy endings makes it all worth it. And now I share Larry & Jennifer’s happy ending.

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Charles + Lekisha: Garner, NC

Dajuan Jones — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 23:43:31 +0000

It’s true. It is the most wonderful time of the year. But for Charles & Lekisha, this time of the year now has one more reason for celebration. You see, the week before observing the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus the Christ, Charles & Lekisha celebrated their union to one another. The weather didn’t cooperate. Snow and freezing rain forced some to miss the ceremony. However, what God has joined together …, well, you know the rest.

I find it to be such a privilege when ask to provide professional wedding photography on one’s wedding day. But this day was different. This day I wasn’t just a professional wedding photographer. In my last wedding of the year, I present to you my brother and new sister in law, Charles & Lekisha.

Location: Garner, NC
Photography: Your Professional Wedding Photographers, In His Image Photography

Michael + Tyra: Cafe Luna, Raleigh

Dajuan Jones — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 17:27:35 +0000

You’ve planned, and you’ve waited. But now your day is here. Such was the case for Michael + Tyra who wedded at Cafe Luna in downtown Raleigh NC. How unique! How fitting! Their ceremony was officiated by Pastor Andy of World Overcomers in Durham, NC. Their bridal party was just that, a party! What a great group: fun, spontaneous, and loyal. Special thanks to Matthew for providing security during the formals

Location: Cafe Luna, Raleigh, NC
Photography: Your Raleigh Wedding Photographers, In His Image Photography

Keyonna + Jason: Fayetteville, NC

Dajuan Jones — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 05:58:18 +0000

Being a veteran myself, I was so hoping to photograph a military wedding this year! We’ve photographed several active duty soldiers and sailors, and everyone of them were absolutely beautiful (even without the Service A’s). Jason + Keyonna fall right into this category. I’m always honored to cover nuptials. But, I almost feel a responsibility to make myself available to active duty service personnel on their special days. Yes, this beautiful bride is currently serving our country in this time of war. But on their wedding day, it was just Jason + Keyonna. And that is just plain beautiful.

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I’d love to hear your feedback. I think this gallery contains some of my best black and white photography work thus far. What do you think? Leave a comment below.

Location: Fayetteville, NC
Wedding planner: Magical Creations, Nicole Guess
Photography: Your Fayetteville Wedding Photographers, In His Image Photography

Kevin + Altrescia

Dajuan Jones — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:53:33 +0000

Every wedding is special. It’s true. Yet they all have their unique “specialness”. As a photographer, it’s my responsibility to capture as many “moments” as possible. Whether they’re laughter, tears of joy, a kiss, or in this case, a look. If for any reason you’ve forgotten what love looks like, take a look at how Altrescia looks at Kevin, and it will all come back to you.

I’ve been doing a good amount of black & white photography lately. Let me know what you think about it.

Location: Raleigh, NC
Venue, Ceremony: Crabtree Valley Baptist Church
Venue, Reception: Raleigh Marriott, Crabtree Valley
Wedding Planner: Unique Weddings + Events
Photography: Your Raleigh wedding photographers, In His Image Photography

Perfect Wedding Guide: Grand Marquise Ballroom

Dajuan Jones — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:14:14 +0000

Yesterday the Perfect Wedding Guild – Triangle met for a luncheon at the Grand Marquise Ballroom in Garner, NC. I can’t wait for you to see the images which not only include this new ballroom, but also the featured wedding professionals listed below. While there, I ran into several wedding planners I’ll be working with for the first time next year. By the way, book your dates and wedding vendors quickly – availability for 2010 is getting scarce. And, if you need recommendations for wedding planners, send me a note and I’ll provide you several. I got people

Speaker: Reverend Robin Renteria
“Pushing Buttons – How to respond instead of react when yours get pushed.”

Featured Wedding Professionals
Catering: We Cook 4 U, Alvin Cotto
Linens: A Special Event, Andy Karras
Dessert: Ashley Cakes, Ashley Lattier
Limelight: Deer Hollow Music, Dr. Marilyn Wienand
Photography: In His Image Photography, Dajuan Jones
Door Prizes: Bartending Unlimited, Contonna Peterson

Leon + Jessica: Barclary Villa, Pt. 2

Dajuan Jones — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 05:11:03 +0000

Leon & Jessica’s dream wedding at Barclay Villa didn’t end with the ceremony. Following the reception’s grand entrance they were greeted by a young ballerina (and flower girl) with an awesome solo dance. Not to be outdone, Leon and his fraternity brothers had several performances of their own! And no In His Image {Wedding} Photography is complete without the signature ring shot.

Location: Barclay Villa, Angier, NC.

Photography by Fayetteville Wedding Photographer: In His Image Photography

Leon + Jessica: Barclary Villa

Dajuan Jones — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 07:31:48 +0000

Many have dreamed about it, yet few have ever come close. For Leon and Jessica, wedding in a castle is reality. Picturesque, and picture picture perfect, this wedding ceremony was blessed from beginning to end. We are humbled to serve as their wedding photographers, documenting their day long into the evening. We also provided her bridal portrait in gallery wrapped canvas. Her pose, classic. Her dress, to die for. Her hair, my wife can’t stop complimenting it. Yes, we ordered a second copy for display at In His Image Photography studio. Here are a few images from Jessica’s wedding day prep.

Location: Barclay Villa, Angier, NC. Barclay Villa’s staff is a professional as they come. Did I mention they have a dedicated make up parlor?