Edisto Beach Island

Last weekend my girlfriend decided to take me on a little adventure for my belated birthday. We headed off to this remote little island just 45 minutes south of Charleston, SC. Edisto Island is one of the only islands still inside a national forest, and that means the trees look really awesome.

She wanted to surprise me with a great place to take some pictures, and WOW she was right! Sunlight, blue skies, palm trees, warm ocean, crabs, black headed seagulls, twisted trees. I took a ton of great photos during the day but here are a few of my favorites!























It's a good day to be a crab



It's a better day to be a seagull



She's a photographer in training

Early Morning Drive

A few weeks ago I got up early to do some driving through the mountains of West Virginia. Aside from some super fun road, the scenery was absolutely awesome! Here are some of my favorites!





One of the longest arch bridges in the world


This is one of my favorite images so far this year!






Through the tunnels












So beautiful

Z4 in the Fog

This is probably one of my favorites automotive shots... ever. I just had to pull over.


This was shot at 6:30am during a foggy morning in West Virgina. I have a few more shots to go through from this same setting so stay tuned!

Tree Lined Road

Wow, I had a chance to go on some crazy adventures this weekend. I love South Carolina more and more everyday. Here is a teaser!

New House!

Well I bought a house! After looking for over a month, I've finally decided on one here in Greenville. It's a little big for me (what do I need with 4 bedrooms!) but I'm sure I'll grow into it. Needless to say I'm really excited! I should be closing in about a month. Here are a few pictures!

The rainbow in the backyard sold me



Some nice trees in the back yard, with the community pool just behind them



Dining Room/Sitting Room





















Master Bedroom and half my realor


Master Bath



Now thats a closet!

Virginia Sunrise

I caught this shot on my trip down to South Carolina, while carving through the mountains right on the West Virginia/Virginia border.

Carrie and Ronn's Wedding!

What an awesome day! Not only did Carrie look totally stunning in her classic veil and dress, the weather held off long enough to do some great outside shots at her parents awesome 1820's farmhouse.

After an awesome ceremony at First Baptist Church in Chili, they exited the church to the sound of their friends and family ringing bells. After the grand exit, they drove off in a totally decked out Tahoe. I can imagine the looks they got as they drove down the road with the cans tied off the back and just married signs all over it!

The reception at the Italian American Community Center was beautiful, full of disney magic, and had plenty of dancing along with some of the best wedding cake I've ever tasted! What a fun day! Here are some of my favorites!!

I love this candid shot of Carrie, taken just after they finished walking back down the isle









Putting the parents to good work






I didn't even pose this one! Who says chivalry is dead?






The horse wanted to give her a kiss too!

































Playing the wedding game!






Nice or not so nice...


I would say option number 2...





In the eye... now that is a bit mean!



But they still love each other!















The awesome sister dance!






What a fun family!



Back to dancing!

Thanks again guys!

Farwell Rochester!

Well, the day has finally come. In just a few short hours I'll be officially on my way to Greenville, South Carolina. It's been fun living in Rochester, but many new things await me down south. A new job, a new city, a new house, and new friends. Farewell Rochester!!

Natasha and Jay are getting married!

I don't know what is it about Natasha and Jay. Even though I've only met them a few times it seems like I've known them forever! Maybe its just how easy and fun they are to work with.

Yesterday we headed up to Hamlin Beach State Park where they got engaged to do... you guessed it... an engagement session! The location was awesome, and Natasha and Jay really took advantage of it, climbing on rocks, walking along the beach, laying in the grass, and laughing at the ridiculous prices they charge for soft drinks these days. Here's some of my favorites from the day! I cannot wait to shoot their wedding in a few months! Enjoy!











They took me to the exact spot they got engaged, I'm sure they picked it because of the awesome lighting









One of their favorite nature trails



This one makes me smile


















If Ansel Adams shot portraits I think this is what they would look like



Love this one!


Thanks again guys!!

New Wedding Album Options

Wow these new wedding albums are awesome! I'll soon be offering these premium albums for any past or future weddings. These albums boast real archival quality photo paper, a fold flat design, durable bindings, and custom layouts throughout. They range in price from $400-750 based on size and number of pages. Here is a 8x12" I recently made as a sample! Enjoy!

Fully custom covers


I love the fold flat design of these, now I can lay huge images across both pages!





Real archival photo paper


Nice durable bindings too!


Awesome color reproduction

Camaro Photoshoot

I was just thinking the other day, its been awhile since I've done an automotive photoshoot. Not long after that I got a call to shoot a fully done up Camaro SS. If anyone is interested, I think he may even be selling it! Anyways heres a few of my favorites from the shoot!

Jason and Carol's Wedding

When Jason and Carol told me there would be a few kids at their wedding, they weren't kidding. I don't think I've ever seen so many kids at a wedding in my life! They really set the tone for the day though. After an awesome ceremony at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, the fun began. And by fun I mean lots of cornhole, bubbles, croquet, food, candy, and of course lots of dancing. The Yacht Club was the perfect location with its awesome outdoor bar, and great view of Lake Ontario.

These guys were an absolute blast to work with, and the pictures really show it. Thanks so much for having me guys! It was an awesome time! Enjoy!

And to think... they were worried about the weather!



It must be hard to be a girl!












I loved this locket with her parents pictures in it


No peeking!












They couldn't help themselves after the ceremony!

































Time for bubbles!



Whats in there?



I don't know but it looks good!



Cornhole at a wedding! How cool is that!









I told you these guys were fun to work with!





















This picture cracks me up





Totally in love






Please dance with me?

Thanks again guys!!

The best of Josh's Photo Vortex

Believe it or not, this is post #200 on here. I decided it would be a good time to look back and highlight some of my best blog posts (voted by you!) of the last 200 posts!

I know there are a lot of you that are new to the blog (readership has exploded from 5 to 50+ in the last few months!) so this will give you a chance to catch up on some of my best posts. Enjoy!!


Church of Christ Scientist - Beautiful Architectural Photography from one of Rochester's most beautiful churches



Mount Marcy Climb - Absolutely stunning images from the tallest mountain in new york



New Years Eve Times Square Pictures - A documentary of my trip through times square on new year's eve



Stef and Ryan's Engagement Shoot - Some awesome images of some of my good friends that got married earlier this year



10 Tips for Night Photography - A in depth article into some of my best night photography tips and tricks



Red Hot BMW Z4 - Some of my best automotive photography



The Waterfalls of Greenville - Some beautiful photos of the waterfalls of downtown Greenville South Carolina



Jill and Charlie's Wedding - Some of my favorite wedding photos ever!



Rochester Downtown Wasteland - An emotional documentary about how the downfall of the economy has affected Rochester, New York



Watkins Glen State Park Gorge - Some stunning nature images from my trip to Watkins Glen State Park

Finger Lakes Wine Trail Pictures

Seeing as I'm leaving NY in the next week, I decided it would be a great time to check out one of Upstate NY's finest attractions, the finger lakes wine trail. Me and some of my best friends crammed in the car and drove down to Seneca Lake to take some pictures of Watkins Glen, after that we headed back along the lake to hit up some of the awesome wineries. Here's a few of my favorites from the day:

A couple wild chickens












I look like such a wine connoisseur












I love these bottles!






The Chateau Lafayette Winery Cat

Here's a fun game:

1) Take friend out for drinks

2) Make sure he is good and drunk

3) Drop him at the side of the road so he can pee

4) As he is coming back to the car slowly pull away

5) As friend freaks out and chases the car, take pictures of him!