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The Brides of Oklahoma January 2010 Cover!

Very excited to announce that the better half of Traina Photography scored the amazing new cover of The Brides of Oklahoma magazine!! Brandi has been shooting weddings with me since the beginning of our business, but because I often handle the business & clients, many people don’t have any idea how much she brings to the table.

I’ve been so blessed to hear brides tells me how much they love my wife, how Brandi did such a great job, prayed with them, or just generally loved them. In addition its usually Brandi who edits the entire wedding, designs unbelievable albums, and often takes the best shots at the wedding.

I’m so thankful that The Brides of Oklahoma picked one of her shots for the cover of their January 2010 magazine. She’s an incredibly gifted woman, and  its great to see her work recognized to show just how talented she really is. There’s no photographer I would rather work with.

much love & congratulations,

christian

Here is a copy of The Brides of Oklahoma January 2010 Cover

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And here is Brandi’s original shot. You can see more of this Bridal session by clicking here.

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Mary Morrow - January 4, 2010 - 5:43 pm

Congrats Brandi!!! You are amazing!!!

john pascale - January 4, 2010 - 2:46 pm

The bridal session was amazing, and the cover was well deserved. Great work!

Courtney Haycraft - January 3, 2010 - 6:30 pm

Hey guys i was just at that bridal show and that was one of the first booths i walked by and i squealed when i saw donna on the cover and told the girls behind the booth “omigoodness i know who shot that picture!” and we both said at the same time “traina!!!” you guys do AMAZING work and i was very impressed with the photo’s you did for my friend mindi and bryan hamell i’m actually engaged now myself and i told my fiance i didn’t want to look at any other photographers i only want you guys you have the style i’m looking for and you sound like such sweet people i can’t wait to meet you! once we get the location booked i’ll call and we’ll come in and talk to you guys i’m super excited! congratulations again on the cover its a BEAUTIFUL shot! :D

Todd Scott Ballje - January 3, 2010 - 3:54 pm

mega congrats Brandi & Christian! I saw it in print last night and it looks gorgeous!

now, wait, Christian, you would rather shoot with Brandi than me??? sniff sniff

Michelle & Briggs: 7X over HOT in OKC!

1- IgniteOKC

2- What I’d Change

3- Meedr

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5- Giving me the facts I needed to sort out the wheat & the chaff on Maps 3

6- Michelle’s insane salad (its that good)

7- Smokin hot couple that is madly in love with each other (best of all)

As our engagement session started Michelle & Briggs walked deep into a wooded trail, and within the first min of photography they were lost in each other. Michelle Llan De Rosos & Justin Briggs are quickly becoming some of our most exciting clients for the 2010 season, and its not just because there steaming up the lens!

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Michelle is as brilliant as she is beautiful, currently a second year Law Student at Oklahoma City University, and serving as an intern at Dunlap Codding law firm. If that wasn’t enough, she’s also passionately engaged in a number of movements to improve Oklahoma, like participating in the planning comittee for IgniteOKC, a unique community-driven network designed to move the OKC culture forward. You can also follow Michelle on FacebookTwitter.

Briggs is another shinning star on the rising OKC landscape. Working as the Corporate Strategist for a biotech company in OKC, Briggs is also the founder of two web startups What I’d Change (launching at the end of 2009), and Meedr(launching Spring 2010). You can also follow Briggs on FacebookTwitter (along with IgniteOKC, What I’d Change, Meedr, and a host of other initiatives to keep our great city moving forward).

It’s exciting to know that between now & the time Michelle & Briggs are married in May, they will be well on their way to making OKC a better place. A tremendous example of Oklahoma’s next great generation!

Candace - August 20, 2010 - 10:48 am

Your work is such an inspiration! Thank you for sharing your art with the world. I absolutely love every photo. You are one of my favourite artists!

Danielle - January 2, 2010 - 6:03 pm

These are amazing! I love them all and want to see more!

Cathy - December 14, 2009 - 3:21 pm

I love the variety of images here. My favorites are the sunny ones in the field. Great job! :)

john pascale - December 14, 2009 - 12:43 pm

Are you kidding me, these are amazing!

Caitlin - December 12, 2009 - 12:51 pm

Oh heavens, these are amazing!! Love 23 and 24.

Donna & Renju 9-12-09

With nearly a thousand in attendance, Donna & Renju celebrated their marriage with friends & family from all over the country. Not only was this the largest wedding we participated in, but also one of the grandest. The rich traditions made every event throughout the day exceptional, from all the brides maids preparing the bride, the extended wedding service including participation from half a dozen pastors, and most of all the incredible contributions from all their family & friends. We were truly captivated by the love & respect everyone had from Donna & Renju. The heartfelt songs that were sung during the ceremony & reception, as well as the tearful toasts & speeches throughout the day. I have never seen a family like the one Donna & Renju share, and we were so blessed to share in their hospitality, culture, generosity, and talent to give of themselves. Indeed it was hard to say goodbye.

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john pascale - December 7, 2009 - 12:29 pm

Incredible work! Amazing colors!

Krystal - November 12, 2009 - 5:42 pm

Great pics! It was a great day, glad to be a part of it. These photos really capture what a beautiful day it was =).

Jay - November 11, 2009 - 2:44 pm

ahhhhhmazing Christian…as always, impeccable work!

Jenna B - November 7, 2009 - 2:32 pm

These are breathtaking

carl zoch - November 6, 2009 - 2:44 pm

oh snap. I’m lovin this!

Donna’s Bridal Session {Oklahoma City Wedding Photographer}

Having just finished the wedding of Donna & Renju earlier today, I couldn’t wait to finally make her Bridal Session public. This was our first photo session with Donna, and like any first timer we started off with a nice learning curve on how pose, model, and work the camera. Transforming the cute pharmacist behind the counter into a stunning beauty is one of the many great joys of our work.

Donna was a daring client, up for any challenge and completely trusting anything we asked. On top of everything else this was a very hot August photo shoot, that went on for four hours (you tend not to look at the clock when you’re in the zone). Thankfully we were accompanied by Donna’s mom, and her two wonderful sisters who all helped us to have an amazing experience. Now that the wedding is over, I already find myself missing them all.

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SunuA - October 26, 2009 - 2:35 pm

#9 & #16 are my absolute favorites…like classic magazine pics!!

zena - September 16, 2009 - 6:29 pm

these are BREATHTAKING. shows what magic can happen when a talented photographer and a beautiful girl get together :)

Mary Morrow - September 16, 2009 - 9:55 am

shut up!
wow!!!

you guys are amazing. so talented!

and this bride is gorgeous!

densey - September 15, 2009 - 11:02 am

You’re sooo beautiful Donchech!!!!=) Christian and Brandy, you guys are soo amazing!! I LOVE the pics and had an great time at the shoot!=)

Dorette - September 15, 2009 - 6:45 am

Donchech you are beautiful!! sheeeessh…hog all the good genes!! hehe! I love you! Traina, once again, you guys did amazing!!!!!!!!!!!

Sarah J - September 13, 2009 - 11:55 pm

Good lorddd Donna! You are absolutely stunning. Your wedding was breathtaking. Thanks for letting us share it with you. Love you :)

Jay - September 13, 2009 - 10:35 pm

Christian my man…once again, WOW!!! I have no words to even describe these pics…just..AMAZING!! It was a blast brotha, give my love to the mrs. n hope to see ya around..I’m always available if you need my “megaphone” voice =).

justina - September 13, 2009 - 4:16 pm

dang! donna chech you’re like ridiculously gorgeous. and christian you guys are talented beyond words.