Family Portraits - The Uttkes

sethshimkonis — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:25:56 +0000

It’s coming up on almost three years since I last photographed the Uttkes. Wow, how time flys! I remember Corbin was begging to toddle around and Carson was just a glimmer on the horizon. But now, they’ve got one more on the way and Carson is the one getting his land legs. Shoot three to come in a few years I’m sure.

I grew up as a little brother so I can appreciate this kind of brotherly love.

Nice, Carson appears to be enjoying his view from the summit on the Peak of Dad. I think he’s just happy he’s not getting tickled.

Emma and Paul’s JIHM Booth, Hay, it was a blast!

sethshimkonis — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 14:52:05 +0000

Really? I thought I was the only one.

Truly the goofiest people I’ve ever met.

Shiver me timbers, these are the closest thing to Pirates in a barn I’ve seen.

Go JIHM Booth!

Babies on the way!

Hahahahahahaha, The JIHM Booth folks.

Liars!

Really awkward prom portrait.

Behind the scenes… (Emma is one of the sweetest people I’ve met and photographed… I swear).

These guys get the award for willing to go the furthest for their photo. This is what it’s all about, a good laugh and all in the name of fun.

Emma and Paul, Thanks for all the laughs.

I just booked a wedding in 2025. I’m not looking forward to it.

Emma and Paul’s Wedding, It was hot, they got hitched and had a ton of fun on a farm!

sethshimkonis — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:38:34 +0000

I checked the forecast obsessively the week before Emma and Pauls wedding and you know what it said? RAIN RAIN RAIN THUNDER AND LIGHTNING! It appeared the end of the world was near! And you know what? I felt four drops while Emma was on her way down the aisle / field. Stupid weather people.

So, their amazingly beautiful wedding wasn’t postponed and it was gorgeous. It was like 90 degrees in the shade though. I’ve never sweated through clothing as bad as that day, but it was so worth it. Emma and Paul’s wedding was a blast and I want to thank them for inviting me to come and shoot their wedding. It was so much fun we’re going to do it all again next year! Just kidding. But you can relive the day below.

I want to give a big huge thank you to Adrian Sauers for helping me out. Adrian is a man of many talents and I can’t say enough great things about him. He’s first and foremost an outstanding artist and you should check out his work here. He also captured some amazing images too, like the grumpy little boy who didn’t want his photo taken.

Captured by Adrian Sauers

Emma and Paul’s Wedding Teaser… More to come… dun dun duhhhhhhh (you know like the “to be continued” movie sound, no? Aww heck, just forget about it and enjoy this photo).

sethshimkonis — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 03:22:11 +0000

I LOVE THIS ONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Man, I miss them already.

Exhibiting Fishtown photographs, June, 4th at Artspace Liberti

sethshimkonis — Thu, 27 May 2010 15:50:37 +0000

Be sure to make your way to Artspace Liberti located at 2424 Studios (2424 East York Street 19125). The show is titled “Inside Outside” and will feature the photography of Mark Havens and myself. Click here to read more about the show.

Fishtown and animals in windows.

sethshimkonis — Wed, 26 May 2010 18:15:22 +0000

This photo is one example of many of the animals you meet at head height walking down the sidewalks of Fishtown. Some of the animals greet you with a stare or a raised eye brow that says “I’m bored, then there are the ones who want you out of their sight and act like raving maniacs as soon as they see you in their winow territory. But this photo could be a whole theme on it’s own. This is my freshest photo from the Fishtown Series. Just scratch and sniff. It’s Fresh out the camera just for y’all.

Kristen and David - Easton PA

sethshimkonis — Tue, 11 May 2010 02:49:55 +0000

It’s hard to decide and choose which photos to post when there are so many great ones. But rest assured you’ll be able to see the whole shebang soon. But until then, take a gander at these below and bookmark Kristen and Dave’s wedding pictures in advance here and then you’ll be all set to check them out when they arrive on line. Enjoy! P.S. Dave and Kristen are awesome.

This one is for Kristen's Dad.

Crazy Lovely competition winners!!!…and some additional fun.

sethshimkonis — Mon, 03 May 2010 22:22:27 +0000

David and Kristen’s wedding was a blast!!! And what make’s parties even more fun than people gettin’ hitched? I don’t know, Let me know think… hmmmm…. PHOTOBOOTHS!!!! Heck yeah, especially when you through a little competition in there. The two categories were Crazy and Lovely. The first is the Lovely winner. They put in some humor and some lovin’ and kept it lovely. The second one (obviously crazy) was a hard decision, but these guys pulled through with the win. So there you go. Winners, your next step is to contact me and we’ll set up your free session. Let’s do this thing! If I don’t hear from you with in a month, I will be forced to hunt you down and shoot pictures of you from a far, and send the photos to you in the mail to fulfill competition requirements. JUST KIDDING! Enjoy!

LOVELY WINNER

CRAZY WINNER

This next one was absolutely hilarious to watch as it unfolded. That’s Dave at the bottom in the last photo. Priceless. (By the way, the sign says “Raise your hand if you were scared of Dave.”)

It’s hard to feel like you’re working when you get to be in the photos. In addition to that, when have amazing bosses it makes work amazing! Thank you Dave and Kristen! Wedding photos to follow soon! (By the way, the sign says “We should be working. (IT)”.

And here are a few more for the road. Happy travels!

Just a few lovely ladies up for grabs. I’m sure one of them is single…

Sign of the times. Never gets old until it’s old.

Inside jokes. I love em. One reason why these signs make so much sense for guests.

They should get a tatoo!

Wedding over. Time for the crew to have a bit of fun! This guy doesn’t need any self help, he’s got it all figured out. Just love yourself.

Self portraitity fun

sethshimkonis — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:41:17 +0000

Saints win. Colts lose. Who cares. Self portraits are fun.

Post snow series - Two pups looking for a permanent home

sethshimkonis — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 06:01:26 +0000

Walking down Thompson St. Andrew and I ran in to Yona. She’s currently fostering these two little rascals. They really don’t have names since they haven’t been placed in a permanent home. They’re some mix of a terrier slash shepherd slash boxer, and they seem like they weigh about 40 LBS and I’m pretty sure you should take them both. They’re up for adoption and if you’re interested please let me know by getting in touch. Send me an email to SETH SHIMKONIS AT GMAIL DOT COM (written like that to avoid receiving spam).