Schmidt Studio and Gallery

So I made it mostly through proofing James and Randa’s images before I completely lost it. That is a side effect of being so close to your clients… although you give them a gift of photography, they are forever emblazoned in your heart. I enjoy all of my clients. I ...

I have to say that I have been so incredibly inspired by these two. James and Randa really have something special. They humored me this evening and we were able to go out and do a “month after” (I would say “day after” but it really is a month after!) session with them. This s...

Randa has waited so patiently to see her bridal images! We shot these at Waveland, in Lexington. Could there be a more gorgeous bride (inside and out??)………

Mackenzie and Chris were married at the Andover Country Club in Lexington. The wedding was perfectly coordinated by Jackie Lee of Every Last Detail Wedding and Event Counseling. The Floral Design was by the fabulous Suzi at Magnolia Floral Design. Cake was by Tinker’s. ...

Check back this weekend! Until then here’s a sneak peek!! ~ I have to add… Mackenzie had the COOLEST bouquet… her simple rose bouquet was spruced up with tiny jewels courtesy Magnolia Floral Design in Lexington. In every single photo it seamed that her bouquet just sparkled in the sunlight. I wa...

Mark and Alex were married at Central Christian Church in Lexington . Their reception followed at the Marriott Griffin Gate Resort and encompassed all of the main ballrooms. It was truly a Cinderella story event...

But here’s a sneak peek until then! Check back this weekend A

Kimberlee and Denver were married and the gorgeous Talon Winery out Tates Creek road in Lexington. A stormy day gave way to a blue sky littered with leftover gray puffy clouds and the coolest Friday evening wedding that I have ever had the privilege of enjoying in the vineyard...

Melissa and Bill were married at Kingsway Assembly of God. Their reception followed at the Marriott Griffin Gate resort. It was a scorcher of a Saturday with the bright blue skies about and the true Kentucky humidity bearing down...

Melissa and Bill- your wedding images are on their way (check back later this evening or tomorrow morning for the full galleries and be watching your email for updates!) But first I must reflect on HOW FUN their day was...

Brandi and Dave were married on the beach of Sandals Negril in Jamaica. It was a truly stunning sunset with the reception lasting late into the darkness. Everything was gorgeous! Brandi and Dave’s table, was adorned with an amazing arrangement of flowers in shades of pinks and oranges. ...

Brandi and Dave had their Lexington Reception at Arts Place in downtown Lexington. We met up with them at the Hyatt as they started to get ready. We made our way from the Hyatt to Arts Place on foot and meandered through downtown to get some cool shots...

I am finishing up proofing on Melissa & Bill’s wedding this weekend and just couldn’t get over the unique facial expressions of everyone in this wedding. Facial expressions and letting loose and having a good time make for the best photos. So what do I do to take a break from intense proofing? Wh...

Brandi and Dave’s wedding images are coming soon (check back tomorrow!!!) until then… here is a sneak peek: Sunset on the beach in Negril, Jamaica… the most stunning sunset I have ever witnessed! I very much look forward to going back to Jamaica when we have more time!! Bra...