2010 Shaker Awards
March 9th, 2010

Last night was a blast! Great job to the Greater Southern Dutchess Chamber of Commerce for hosting a fantastic event. Over 900 people turned out to attend this year’s 40 Under 40 Shaker Awards at the Mid Hudson Civic Center in Poughkeepsie. Here are a few highlights from last night. To view more photos visit our Fan Page on Facebook – and don’t forget to Fan us while you’re there!




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40 Under 40 Shaker Awards
March 8th, 2010
Tonight we’ll be photographing the 40 Under 40 Shaker Awards for the Southern Dutchess Chamber of Commerce at the Mid Hudson Civic Center. Congratulations to all those being honored!
Tonight 5:30 – 8:30pm -
Mid Hudson Civic Center, Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
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The Hudson Valley Blizzard ‘10
February 27th, 2010
Hope everyone’s doing well with all the heavy snow that we’ve had recently. Our phone, (845) 896-4177, was acting a little crazy, so if you were trying to reach us and you got a weird message, it was only temporary (knock on wood) and it should just work now.
Many are still without power until early next week. Let’s keep the Central Hudson workers in our prayers as they work around the clock to get 70,000 families back up and going with power. The Dutchess County Department of Emergency Response set up several “warming centers” across the county Friday to provide a haven for those forced to leave their homes. On Friday night, John Jay High School in Wiccopee was opened as an emergency overnight shelter.
Central Hudson has scheduled the distribution of free dry ice and bottled water at seven locations beginning at 11 a.m. Saturday. They are:
— Rosendale Recreation Center, Route 32, Rosendale;
— Eltings Corners, Route 299, New Paltz;
— Government Shelter, 2 Elting Court, Ellenville;
— Middlehope Firehouse, Route 9W, Middlehope;
— Dan Leghorn Engine Co., Route 52, Lakeside Road, Newburgh;
— East End Fire Department, Route 9D, Swenson Drive, Wappingers Falls; and
— Fishkill Town Hall, Route 52, Fishkill.
If you’re able, call and check on elderly neighbors that maybe affected to see if they are in need of any assistance. Hopefully, this will soon pass – Be safe everyone!
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February 7th – Anthony’s Pier 9 Bridal Show
February 6th, 2010
We’re looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow at Anthony’s Pier Nine Bridal Show.

Hours: 12pm – 5pm
Address: 2975 West State Rte 9 (9W), New Windsor, Ny 12553
Phone: (845) 565-3390
Fashion Show: 3:30pm
No Reservations required, admission is $5. Complimentary Hors d’oeuvers, Vendor & Door Prizes.
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Finding more ways for you to Save!
February 4th, 2010
We’re excited to announce that we’ve sourced an album manufacturer that allows us to offer the Greatest Value Ever! We’ve designed new packages featuring these albums to offer even more cost effective options to our clients.




Premium Album Package: $ 3,295 + tax
- —Engagement Portrait – online posting of images
- —Photographer Services – 2 photographers for your entire day
- —Online Posting of Pictures to share with Friends & Family
- —Proof CD of all of your images.
- —High Resolution Files on Archival DVD
- — $200 Print Credit
- —Bridal Album: 12×12 or 11×14 (18pp/36sides) Flush-mount
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Premium Bridal & Parent Albums: $ 3,795 + tax
- —Engagement Portrait – online posting of images
- —Photographer Services – 2 photographers for your entire day
- —Online Posting of Pictures to share with Friends & Family
- —Proof CD of all of your images.
- —High Resolution Files on Archival DVD
- — $200 Print Credit
- —Bridal Album: 12×12 or 11×14 (18pp/36sides) Flush-mount
- —(2) Parent Albums: 8×8 or 8×10 – photo paper, copy of main album
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Upsized Premium Albums Package: $ 4,395 + tax
- —Engagement Portrait – online posting of images
- —Photographer Services – 2 photographers for your entire day
- —Online Posting of Pictures to share with Friends & Family
- —Proof CD of all of your images.
- —High Resolution Files on Archival DVD
- — $200 Print Credit
- —Bridal Album: 12×18 or 15×15 (18pp/36sides) Flush-mount
- —(2) Parent Albums: 10×10 or 8×12 – photo paper, copy of main album
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Call today to check availability for your date (845) 896-4177.
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Southern Dutchess News Winter 2010 Bridal Show
February 1st, 2010
Thanks to everyone that came out yesterday to the Fishkill Holiday Inn Bridal Show. It was a great success!!! We had a great time speaking to everyone and hope to see you in the studio for a one-on-one meeting. To schedule the private viewing call (845) 896-4177 and we’ll set it up.
Last year’s color add in the Southern Dutchess New Bridal Supplement came out great. This year it printed a little faint. What are ya gonna do?
Here’s what the ad should have looked like:

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The Brothers that Just Do Gutters
January 27th, 2010

We recently had the pleasure of photographing The Brothers that just do Gutters. Ken and Ryan are the original Brothers and now Jeremy, the brother from another mother, is joining their team.
Ken and Ryan Parsons have taken the gutter industry by storm and are the leaders in their field in the Hudson Valley Area and beyond. The Brothers have made it their mission to provide the best possible customer experience in the gutter and trades industry. To find out what to expect from concept to completion check out their 6 Easy Steps to a Happy Home.
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Little Cutties in the Studio!
January 26th, 2010


Don’t they look sweet?
We had a fun time shooting these little handsome 1.5yr old twins at our studio in Lagrangeville, NY. Dad Geoff Casto had his hands full keeping them occupied until they were ready for their close up. Who knew an empty closet was the hot spot to hang out in?
The portraits were a gift to Mom, Heather Casto of The Chocolate Mousse in Hyde Park, NY. Together Heather & Geoff provide chef services for Catering Events & Parties, In Home Cooking Parties and Personal Chef Services. I think these two tykes are gonna grow up learning more than how to boil water!
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Sunday January 31st – Winter 2010 Bridal & Fashion Show – Fishkill Holiday Inn
January 25th, 2010
Please join us this Sunday January 31st at the Fishkill Holiday Inn.
Visit our booth at the FREE Winter 2010 Bridal & Fashion Show
Sponsored by the Southern Dutchess News Group
& Advertised on HudsonValleyWeddings.com
Hosted at the Fishkill Holiday Inn, 542 Rt. 9
Sunday, Jan 31 from 1-4:30 p.m.
Free appetizers and door prizes, Fashion Spectacular, plus demos on exercise and hair & makeup. Pre-register now by sending an email to: sdnbridalexpo@yahoo.com and receive an article on Bridal Show Tips from hudsonvalleyweddings.com.

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