Cameron Braun 9/6/11 Cameron Braun 9/6/11

Dayton Engagement Photography

We can't wait for Sarah + Michael's wedding this November. We met up with them in our old stomping grounds of Cedarville, Ohio. After a quick stop at Stoney Creek Roasters, we found one of the most incredible fields of flowers we've seen. Who knew it was in spitting distance of Mindy's old dorm? Dinner with these two at the (in)famous Colonial Pizza was awesome too. You guys rock.

Cameron Braun 8/30/11 Cameron Braun 8/30/11

Emily + Steve // Cincinnati Wedding Photography // Savannah Center

Emily + Steve are a really unique couple. Unique not because they know how to have a good time (they definitely do), but unique because despite that fact, Mindy and I both just really respect them. They're polite, laid back, mature but still goofy, and just all around really wonderful people to be around.

Emily + Steve // August 20, 2011 // Cincinnati, Ohio

Salon: Bajon Salon

Flowers: Greene's Floral Shoppe

Dress: David's Bridal

Tuxes: President Tuxedo

Ceremony + Reception: Savannah Center

DJ: McFadden Music

Caterer: Savannah Center

This is Kathyna, the awesome coordinator at the Savannah Center. She was a HUGE help all day long, and I definitely couldn't recommend her enough. If you're looking for a ceremony and reception location in northern Cincinnati, the Savannah Center is the way to go... and MAKE SURE you ask for Kathyna!

Cameron Braun 8/25/11 Cameron Braun 8/25/11

Family Vacation // Outer Banks, North Carolina (Part II)

A few weeks ago we traveled to the Outer Banks in North Carolina. It was our first family vacation with Holden, and we rented a huge beach house with each of our families. Lots of good times with Holden's aunts, uncles, and grandparents. This was our house.

Mindy's family and my family.

My parents and Mindy's parents.

It's official. We have the cutest kid ever made, I'm sure of it.

Sand, anyone?

Mindy decided to strip him down. Apparently babies are allowed to be nude on non-nude public beaches. Either that, or we just artfully alluded the authorities. Yeah, let's go with that one.

Holden was digging it, but he didn't really enjoy getting rinsed off.

We can't wait to go back!

Cameron Braun 8/22/11 Cameron Braun 8/22/11

Hannah + Seth // Maternity

There's something beautiful and amazing about a growing little life inside of you. I really enjoyed my pregnancy and sometimes even miss it (not planning on having any more for a while though!). I think that's what gets me excited about maternity shoots. I had the pleasure of capturing Hannah in her pregnancy beauty (isn't she cute?!) along with her husband Seth. Hannah is the sister of one of our recent brides, Becky. We spent the evening on Hannah's parents farm in New Carlisle, OH. It's such a beautiful place to shoot and turning into a favorite of ours. We shot Becky & Jesse's engagement photos on the farm as well. The farm has such charm and rusticness, not to mention 2 of the coolest old trucks! Congrats Hannah & Seth!! I cannot wait for Naomi's arrival! She is one lucky gal with one amazing family!

Cameron Braun 8/18/11 Cameron Braun 8/18/11

Garage Sale Time!

Hey Folks, we're making room for some new gear, so we need to get rid of a few of our less used items.

~~- Canon EOS 40D // Includes body cap, battery grip, two batteries, charger and strap. // $450~~ SOLD!

~~- Jo-Totes Rose Camera Bag // Marigold in color // $75~~ SOLD!

- Paul C. Buff Vagabond II Portable Battery // Recently replaced under warranty, literally brand new // $200

Send an email to info@braun-photography.com if you're interested. Serious inquiries only please. Pickup/dropoff in the Dayton area is free, if you're somewhere else you're responsible for any shipping charges. Once they're gone, they're gone.

This is the popular Paul C. Buff Vagabond II battery pack which we used to power our Alienbee flash unit in the field for about a year. The unit basically blew up, so it was sent in for repairs, but in the mean time we bought the smaller Vagabond Mini battery. When it finally came back from the service center, it came with an invoice for the repairs, and it turns out they actually replaced the entire battery and inverter unit. Other than the orange carrying bag, the whole thing is brand new and has never been used (outside of testing at our house). Check out the Paul C. Buff website for more information on this unit. It retails for $299, we're asking $200 even.

Cameron Braun 8/17/11 Cameron Braun 8/17/11

Anson + David // Cincinnati Wedding Photography

Cincinnati is becoming one of our favorite cities to shoot in. It's full of character and great little nooks for photos. Back in March we shot Anson + David's engagement session and we recently had the privilege of photographing their wedding in Cincinnati. We started off at Anson's parents' historic home, and ended the night at the beautiful 20th Century Theater.