General Wedding Chit Chat Thread... (Part 3)

[gheesom]

http://www.rspb.org.uk/wildlife/birdguide/name/m/magpie/index.asp
it seems you know them as Jays

[Niraj]

One crow for sorrow
Two crows for joy
Three crows for a girl
Four for a boy
Five crows for silver
Six crows for gold
seven crows for a secret never to be told.

Love it ^

So I take it you have the opportunity to shoot crows in your area?

I'm in the midst of developing a trademark shot, unfortunately, i've already been in 2 situations where it wasn't possible, so i'm having to create a selection of trademarks to fit my style :)

As for the Business Card, what are you printing them on? Is it going to a printers? doing it yourself? Type of card? I received a fantastic card design from a DJ company not too long ago, with their business name and logo, etched onto transparent flexible plastic... definitely made me check out their site... which unfortunately, wasn't quite as good as the card, lol...

[Niraj]

We have that one but about Magpies

That's right >

One for sorrow, two for mirth,
Three for a wedding, four for a birth,
Five for silver, six for gold,
Seven for a secret not to be told.
Eight for heaven, nine for hell,
And ten for the devil's own sel'.

:)

[gheesom]

ninja poo, you know a different one to me, I know Jareds one but its about Magpies

[LeesaB]

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Ahhh, now these look like better stats to me...
hahaha..Michael!

[LeesaB]

Wow, that's a bit of a mess, BUT, I think we can see I AM NOT FIRST

[gheesom]

you're now on 13 though ;)

[LeesaB]

He will be here....and tonight I'm going to TSO, sooo... no posts from me

[arch1tect]

Good Morning Everyone.

[thekid24]

Love it ^

So I take it you have the opportunity to shoot crows in your area?

I'm in the midst of developing a trademark shot, unfortunately, i've already been in 2 situations where it wasn't possible, so i'm having to create a selection of trademarks to fit my style :)

As for the Business Card, what are you printing them on? Is it going to a printers? doing it yourself? Type of card? I received a fantastic card design from a DJ company not too long ago, with their business name and logo, etched onto transparent flexible plastic... definitely made me check out their site... which unfortunately, wasn't quite as good as the card, lol...

lol not really, Ill insert them into the photo....more in the background than main focus of the photo.

That would be an awesome idea. I wonder if there is anyone around that can print them out like that? Then again most have templates you have to follow, name here, number here, etc etc. Also, would the ink scratch off eventually, I know my drivers license has some fading and I dont even take it out of the sleeve its in?

[Niraj]

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Ahhh, now these look like better stats to me...
hahaha..Michael!

oh my golly gosh... :( it's because everyone else is asleep!!!

lol not really, Ill insert them into the photo....more in the background than main focus of the photo.

That would be an awesome idea. I wonder if there is anyone around that can print them out like that? Then again most have templates you have to follow, name here, number here, etc etc. Also, would the ink scratch off eventually, I know my drivers license has some fading and I dont even take it out of the sleeve its in?

The etching doesn't come off, it's not actually printed ON the card, it is engraved into the plastic... almost slightly embossed, and then filled with black ink... The idea really is fantastic and definitely a "wow factor".

[thekid24]

oh my golly gosh... :( it's because everyone else is asleep!!!



The etching doesn't come off, it's not actually printed ON the card, it is engraved into the plastic... almost slightly embossed, and then filled with black ink... The idea really is fantastic and definitely a "wow factor".
Yeah that would be perfect for my design, give it that film reel look.

Do you know where they got them printed at? Or maybe a site that can do it?

[Niraj]

Yeah that would be perfect for my design, give it that film reel look.

Do you know where they got them printed at? Or maybe a site that can do it?

not sure where, but this site... shows exactly what they had, even with the hologram foil in the video :)
http://www.cpcards.co.uk/

[Niraj]

http://www.cpcards.co.uk/frosted_plastic_cards.html

plenty more to choose from :D

[thekid24]

not sure where, but this site... shows exactly what they had, even with the hologram foil in the video :)
http://www.cpcards.co.uk/
that is friggin awesome!!! Im searching for a U.S. based company that can do that.

[Niraj]

He will be here....and tonight I'm going to TSO, sooo... no posts from me

What's TSO ?

[arch1tect]

I'm bummed I'm not going to be able to see my favorite band tonight. :(

[bcap]

Welcome and thanks for visiting the site!

My name is Bryan Caporicci. I founded Memories in Motion Sports Photography after having discovered my passion and love for the art, and my knack for dealing with people. The MIM team has since been providing sports photography services to the Niagara Region.

After getting involved with portraiture and wedding photography, I discovered a love for photographing people. The art of uniquely interpreting and capturing emotions, character and love lead me to full time wedding and portrait photography.

I am truly blessed, having the opportunity to connect with some of the greatest people. As a photographer, it is extremely important for me that I develop a strong connection and an open relationship with my clients. It not only allows for better photographs, but, I like to walk away from every photo shoot, excited, knowing that my new friends are going to be ecstatic with their photos.

It's incredible how such a timeless artform is able to draw an emotion from each viewer. It is this emotion that I long for in my photographs.




What do you guys think?

[arch1tect]

Sounds good Bryan.

[bcap]

Sounds good Bryan.

Thanks! Any critique?

[Niraj]

Archie: have a beer instead :)


Bryan... that's awesome! Very well written. Definitely felt as though you were actually saying the words to me, rather than being dilute with your thoughts and trying to cover as wider audience as possible.

Is this for your site? Short Bio?

[bcap]

Archie: have a beer instead :)


Bryan... that's awesome! Very well written. Definitely felt as though you were actually saying the words to me, rather than being dilute with your thoughts and trying to cover as wider audience as possible.

Is this for your site? Short Bio?

Thanks!

Yeah, it's for the About section on my page.

[arch1tect]

Thanks! Any critique?
Not much...you kept it simple and quick which is great. There are two things that jump out at me.

and my knack for dealing with people. This makes it seem like you are a con-artist of sorts. I think you can reword it differently.

I am truly blessed, having the opportunity to connect with some of the greatest people. As a photographer, it is extremely important for me that I develop a strong connection and an open relationship with my clients.

I think you should say it's extremely important for you to connect first and then say you've met some fantastic people by doing this. Use the connection first then say you've made it second. Leave the open relationship thing out, you aren't a swinger...unless you are.

[arch1tect]

Archie: have a beer instead :)


I had a few last night, and probably will tonight. Today I have to run and get the beer for the meet and take a picture of a job site for a website I'm developing. Then I have to go to the supermarket and get the supplies for Kirsten to make cookies for the meet. Then beer!

[Niraj]

Bryan where is your website? I only see the links to MIM sites...

I wish i had more time to finish my site :(

[bcap]

www.mimphoto.com/juliet

It's going live later this evening hopefully.

[Niraj]

www.mimphoto.com/juliet (http://www.mimphoto.com/juliet)

It's going live later this evening hopefully.

Yay :D you chose logo #8... that was the one i voted for!

Looks good on a webpage doesn't it :D

[Niraj]

could i offer some design advice? you know on your homepage, where the images scroll, and the background colour changes... can you also change the colour of the "BC" logo to match the background?? that would loook sooooo awesome!

[bcap]

could i offer some design advice? you know on your homepage, where the images scroll, and the background colour changes... can you also change the colour of the "BC" logo to match the background?? that would loook sooooo awesome!

I wish I could ... unfortunately, it only allows for one logo :(

Great suggestion though!

[Niraj]

I wish I could ... unfortunately, it only allows for one logo :(

Great suggestion though!

no possibililty of using a PNG with alpha colour, and changing the background of the entire page... then that would filter through the alpha colour (transparent bit) of the BC logo?

[bcap]

no possibililty of using a PNG with alpha colour, and changing the background of the entire page... then that would filter through the alpha colour (transparent bit) of the BC logo?

That's a damn good idea. But the background behind the logo is always white - it doesn't change with the color of the page, just the lower part does.

[Niraj]

erm, what about putting the PNG logo in a <div> layer that contains a table, where the table background changes with the scheme of the lower half of the page...?

i know i'm pursuing the original idea for your site so just tell me to stop when you get bored, lol :D

[bcap]

I don't have any availability to edit the files. The main page is all flash anyway.

[Niraj]

that's that then :D lol

so moving on (kind of) loving the site! :D

[bcap]

LOL thank you!

I'm hoping to go live tonight. I purchased bryancaporicci.com as well ... so I'll have both mimphoto.com and bryancaporicci.com linking to the same site.

[LeesaB]

What's TSO ?
trans siberian orchastra
I'm bummed I'm not going to be able to see my favorite band tonight. :(

what band is that? ISIS?

[Niraj]

:) i'd buy the .net one too if you can :) never know when you may decide to broaden your services :)

i got .com, .net and .co.uk, but for some weird reason, i like buying domains... i'm weird

[Cujo_34]

Morning all (it's a day after night shift so yes 1PM is morning to me).

[bcap]

Just launched the website + my first newsletter (on my blog).

WOOT!

[Cujo_34]

DOH I haven't even commented on it yet... do you still need my opinion?

[bcap]

DOH I haven't even commented on it yet... do you still need my opinion?

I'd love it!

[LeesaB]

Afternoon everyone

Bryan, got your email, facebook notice LOL...You left out myspace and a private message, LOL.

Nice going, it took alot of effort for you to put together your website, It's very nice, I never had a chance to comment, I've been very VERY busy with life and photography.

I am sure you will do very well....now get on those seniors for next year! :D

[Kai]

Hi all or no one. Is seems quiet in here. We have all been so busy. Bryan, got the email and looked at the website. Great job! The only thing I can add is I agree with an updated picture. I am still thinking about getting a blu domain template.

[bcap]

Thanks Audra! I'll be getting some *friends* to take some photos of me this weekend! LOL

If anyone isn't busy, I'd love your opinions here:

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=400789

[LeesaB]

Ok Bryan, and I'm what?

[bcap]

Ok Bryan, and I'm what?

Huh? LOL

[LeesaB]

Nevermind!

[sblais]

Thanks Audra and Leesa Bee!

That's what! :p

[bcap]

Hm .. someone must have deleted the "and Lisa B" out of my message. Bunch of a$$holes! LOL

Thanks Lisa :) I still heart you!

[LeesaB]

LOL, it's ok...I just hate being ignored. I <3 ya too brian

thanks Seb! Your busy day over yet?

Going out tonight, cant wait.

[Cujo_34]

It's almost time for halloween costume shopping time. Woot woot. Say what it was yesterday? Bah that's the kids halloween, it's party time this Sat. We have a great idea just hoping we can find some clothes to make it happen.

[arch1tect]

Just got back from the beer store. It's always tough leaving that place.

I think you guys who are coming should be happy with what I got.

[Kai]

I have a 2 year old portrait here http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=400788 love some cc from this team

I am such a scatter brain lately. I have too much to get done and it takes me forever.

[sblais]

still a busy day, Leesa ;) And I'm out again!

[tim]

not sure which version

I'd get your own domain name, it looks WAY more professional, even if it just redirects to flickr.

[thekid24]

I'd get your own domain name, it looks WAY more professional, even if it just redirects to flickr.
i know, im workin on it, i got a friend that can hook one up for me. He did my brothers schools website. Just gotta get in touch with him.

[bcap]

Woo hoo ... middle of page 2 for my targeted keywords in Google!

[JJacula]

Finally here and caught up ... hi folks!

[JJacula]

Hey look, I killed the thread!

Had TWO wedding inquiries today! Sending out packages to both tomorrow.

[PixelChick78]

Hello, just online while i Lightroom away...I have 3 soots to do and 2 weddings coming up! Yikes!

[tim]

Hey look, I killed the thread!

Had TWO wedding inquiries today! Sending out packages to both tomorrow.

Why not call them, have a quick chat to prequalify them, then have them come and see you? It's far easier for a customer to ignore or forget someone who sent them some information compared with meeting someone, seeing a presentation, seeing albums, etc.

[Cujo_34]

Sweet... got my entire costume today, only piece missing is my mullet wig which I believe is at my parent's house. Should be good (except I took an overtime shift that day now too).

[kja]

Way to go, Jenn!

I just got in this morning...here most of the day on and off before heading out for a couple of shoots this afternoon.

[kja]

Wow, a flurry then I come in and everyone leaves...guess I'll just look more ;)

[PixelChick78]

I am here, in and out, working on pp and about to watch Grey's Anatomy at 9!

[kja]

:) I've never seen it, but my best friend is addicted to it

[PixelChick78]

Grey's is sooooo good , you are missing out!

[kja]

I'll have to wait til one of the foxtel channels here has it and does a marathon - I never remember when stuff is on so don't do well with running dramas!

[tim]

Off to a Friday wedding, the weather's cleared and everything's good, yay! :)

[bcap]

Oh my lord. I just checked. I am on the first page (#8) on Google for my targeted keywords!!!!!!!

[kja]

Great the weather is cooperating, Tim!

LOL Bryan - you spend more time on google than anyone I know ;)

[PixelChick78]

searching wedding photographer niagara i got you at 8th link on the 1st page! That awesome!!

[bcap]

Great the weather is cooperating, Tim!

LOL Bryan - you spend more time on google than anyone I know ;)

Yup! But that's huge for me. We have to put ourselves in the shoes of our clients.

searching wedding photographer niagara i got you at 8th link on the 1st page! That awesome!!

WOOOOOOT!

[kja]

BTW- when I search for that you're #6 on my google results ;)

[bcap]

BTW- when I search for that you're #6 on my google results ;)

That's because you like me more than others ;)

[sblais]

you're welcome, Bryan :p

[bcap]

you're welcome, Bryan :p

You rock

I rock

We all rock :)

[sblais]

You rock

I rock

We all rock :)

hehe, just felt like teasin' ya! :p Good job!

[kja]

That's because you like me more than others ;)

:) :)

[Kai]

Hey, did Pixel chick ever put her pics up from the TTD session?

[PixelChick78]

not yet:( been too busy...! soon! I promise!

[Kai]

Can't wait to see your take on the day.

[sblais]

Hello?

...

ello...

...

llo...

...

o...

[PixelChick78]

Hi!

[sblais]

How are you, Denise?

[sblais]

How are you, Denise?

Let me guess: "gone"? ;)

I'm actually out now! need to rest for the POTN meet!!!! Leaving tomorrow, wooooo! :D

[PixelChick78]

have fun! I wish I could come:( Learn lots!!!!!!!!

[sblais]

I guess I'm really just talking to myself!

Hiya Seb, what's up?
Not much, just chatting with you. There is no better way to spend an evening
Oh you!
And you?
Working on some simulations... They do take from 15 minutes to an hour... A bit slow and the bad thing is that they contradict the theory that I've developed so far... So it's back to the drawing board!
That's too bad...
Yeah, really. I thought I had figured a big part out, and I was getting ready to move on to the last big chunk of this problem... If I would've been successful, it would have been quite a significant contribution to science... well to electrical engineering... well to photonics, well to fiber Bragg gratings... well to superstructured fiber Bragg gratings... Oh yeah!
Well, I gotta go! One simulation's finally done!
Talk to you later!
Later!

[sblais]

have fun! I wish I could come:( Learn lots!!!!!!!!

There you are! Thanks! I'm sure that you had quite the opportunity to work with Bryan and Jeff!! Your TTD marathon really rocked!

If I can be half as good as they are when I come back, it will be worth it!

[PixelChick78]

I thought you were going to bed!

[PixelChick78]

There you are! Thanks! I'm sure that you had quite the opportunity to work with Bryan and Jeff!! Your TTD marathon really rocked!

If I can be half as good as they are when I come back, it will be worth it!

It was a lot of fun! I want to do it again! I am sad the cold weather is here
:( Kinda makes business slow...dam Canada! lol Would not live anywhere else!

[sblais]

I thought you were going to bed!

Almost... slowly getting there!

It was a lot of fun! I want to do it again! I am sad the cold weather is here
:( Kinda makes business slow...dam Canada! lol Would not live anywhere else!

I can imagine! It really looked great! Good job organizing it!
Well, the weather's not all that bad... gives a break to reorganize the business, get wedding inquiries, sending off lens for calibration/repair (like my 17-55 :evil:)... so it's all good!

[Cujo_34]

Okay.... not sure if anyone here watches Survivor but that had to be one of the funniest moments ever -- I won't ruin it if there's "tapers and watch laters" out there... you know, unless someone asks me.

[PixelChick78]

nope , don't watch it.

[PixelChick78]

Off to bed, G'nite!

[thebrewer]

Okay.... not sure if anyone here watches Survivor but that had to be one of the funniest moments ever -- I won't ruin it if there's "tapers and watch laters" out there... you know, unless someone asks me.

No time for tv, taped or live...

[notapro]

It was a lot of fun! I want to do it again! I am sad the cold weather is here
:( Kinda makes business slow...dam Canada! lol Would not live anywhere else!

You guys should do a winter version. I think you could get some gorgeous TTD stuff in winter. With a real Canadian feel... you'd just have to find some brides that can take it!

[LeesaB]

Just got back in from the concert...WOW...Trans Siberian Orchestra is a MUST SEE...

LOUD, I can't even hear anymore, LOL, but that's ok.

Great use of pyrotechnic's. Fire, fireworks, lasers It was great, if you get a chance go see it

Ooooooooo and someone won a "bring your camera, sit in the front row" contest, they brought a point and shoot camera...I just cringed. The stadium we were at allows no cameras for nothing. I'm gonna find this contest and win. for anything! lOL

Night folks

[kja]

woohoo - first round of ball photos and the ones from the family shoot came back today. They look great! So happy, big relief - I don't know why I was paranoid, but I was!

Oh, and my new business cards came - they look great. Very happy with them. Can't believe I bothered to pay a designer (who hasn't given me anything of worth) when this one I've done up myself turned out lol

[JJacula]

Why not call them, have a quick chat to prequalify them, then have them come and see you? It's far easier for a customer to ignore or forget someone who sent them some information compared with meeting someone, seeing a presentation, seeing albums, etc.

You're assuming I live in an urban area where my brides are all in close radius ... nope ... these inquiries were from 45 minutes and four hours away. I'm rural, baby ... I do follow up with a phone call after a week or so. I also send a CD slideshow of my work in the packet, so they can have a look that way.

Way to go, Jenn!

I just got in this morning...here most of the day on and off before heading out for a couple of shoots this afternoon.

Thanks Kiki! Where are today's photos??

Oh my lord. I just checked. I am on the first page (#8) on Google for my targeted keywords!!!!!!!

Go Bryan, Go Bryan, Go Go Go Bryan!

You guys should do a winter version. I think you could get some gorgeous TTD stuff in winter. With a real Canadian feel... you'd just have to find some brides that can take it!

That would be soooo cool. I have two winter weddings booked, I'm hoping the weather will be not -40 so we can do some outdoor stuff! Personally, I got married in February - outdoors. Wasn't bad at all, even in a skirt!

[kja]

I haven't been yet ;) It's only 3pm here...one more hour to go. But I did just get back from the florist and some really nasty bouquets - what are people thinking? I doubt I got anything worth showing - these were uggo flowers.

[Niraj]

It's almost time for halloween costume shopping time. Woot woot. Say what it was yesterday? Bah that's the kids halloween, it's party time this Sat. We have a great idea just hoping we can find some clothes to make it happen.

Way cool! What are you dressing up as?

Woo hoo ... middle of page 2 for my targeted keywords in Google!

What are your keywords??

Oh my lord. I just checked. I am on the first page (#8) on Google for my targeted keywords!!!!!!!

:D I need some google search help too please... care to share your technique... plus I have quite an embarassing google search issue :(

[Niraj]

Okay guys, i'm totally scared! PLEASE HELP...
I've received my first "official" Church wedding enquiry!!! Ahhhh! I'm an asian events photographer, so have very little to no experience how to handle it. I'm totally excited, but at the same time very scared... It's not till end of May 2008, but I plan to meet with the clients in the next fortnight, to hear out their requirements... any tips for the first client meet? What to say, what to wear? Where to meet? I dont even have a hardback portfolio :( gosh i'm totally nervous...

[gheesom]

Maybe make a DVD portfolio for them to look at when they are at home.

[Niraj]

good idea... will definitely do that... what else?

[gheesom]

dress smart casual, you'll be shooting in low light, have you shot in low light before? you need to find in the officiant will allow photography during the event? what about flash?

[Niraj]

:) smart casual sounds good :) should i organise the meeting or let the client decide... for example, best i can think is a coffee shop or a bar in the afternoon something like that?

I've shot in lowlight, but never in a church, other than the Basillica's in Italy (as a tourist).

I may bite the bullet and get my hands on some faster glass by then, hopefully an IS L. 24-105 seems extremely attractive...

[tim]

I'm just home from a wedding, download cards. Today I did my 24th wedding this year - though I might've archived a few so that might be a bit low. I have three more weddings booked for this year, and about a dozen booked for next year so far. I've lost count of the number of weddings i've done in total, I really have no idea.

[gheesom]

coffee shop? maybe a bit busy, you could meet at their home, more relaxing/comforatble for them.

[gheesom]

24 in a year, cool Tim. Look forward to seeing some shots

[ofdphoto]

Hey Tim,

Random thought. Could I second shoot with you sometime?

It's not far to NZ ...

Congrats on all the weddings ;-)

[Niraj]

I'm just home from a wedding, download cards. Today I did my 24th wedding this year - though I might've archived a few so that might be a bit low. I have three more weddings booked for this year, and about a dozen booked for next year so far. I've lost count of the number of weddings i've done in total, I really have no idea.

i hope to be working this frequently in my career :) well done Tim... looks like you've got your market covered :D

coffee shop? maybe a bit busy, you could meet at their home, more relaxing/comforatble for them.

i've never met clients at their home before. asian couple tend not to live together, nor do they have the opportunity to meet under the roof of the their partners home in situations like this...

if it is to be the clients home, then i will let them make that decision... sounds good to me though, they live local (ish) maybe tops 20 miles away.

[gheesom]

Good point, I'm just used to people living together before marriage. Find out where they are comfortable meeting you...thats the important part.

[tim]

24 in a year, cool Tim. Look forward to seeing some shots

Yep will post when I have time :)

Hey Tim, Random thought. Could I second shoot with you sometime?

Sure, i'd love to have a second shooter! :) Flights are cheap.

[bcap]

Good morning

[LeesaB]

Good morning, if anyone is around.

My last wedding of the year is this weekend!

[gheesom]

Hey Bryan, how are you today

[gheesom]

Hi Lisa, did you beat Tims figure of 24?

[LeesaB]

Gareth...

What, Tims what?

[LeesaB]

ooo ok, HECK NO! lol...my goal next year is only 13, I'll take more, but that is my goal

[gheesom]

cool, how many portrait session approx do you get? or aim for?

[LeesaB]

You know, I did not even keep count, so, I'm looking back...this year I only did around 10...that's low for us, but it is what it is. I missed advertising for seniors, that really screwed me over.

[gheesom]

oh well good that I got you looking, I've found that seniors only get their portraits done at the venue, normally hired by the school.

[Niraj]

Sorry to butt-in, like this... thought you guys might like to see the place i used for my photo comp pics...

it's not hard to guess where it is, lol

http://potn.nirajpopat.com/lowres_location_01.jpg

Oh and here is some pretty pics of the water fountain they have their :)

http://potn.nirajpopat.com/lowres_fountain_01.jpg

http://potn.nirajpopat.com/lowres_fountain_02.jpg

http://potn.nirajpopat.com/lowres_fountain_03.jpg

:D

[gheesom]

sorry the tog is hired by the school

[LeesaB]

Gareth,

I think you need to press in and try to get the seniors out of those lame in school shots. Just like we tried to get Jeff and Bryan to do. It can't hurt to try.

Nijapuppet...I have no idea where that is, but, the shots are lovely! I LOVE WATER.

[jamiewexler]

Okay.... not sure if anyone here watches Survivor but that had to be one of the funniest moments ever -- I won't ruin it if there's "tapers and watch laters" out there... you know, unless someone asks me.

Yup - BEST Survivor moment EVER!

[Kathy H]

Good Morning people!

Wow, cool pictures NP!

[gheesom]

I'll try Lisa, ninjapoo is it the new webley by any chance?

[Kai]

Godd morning! Very nice pictures NP. Amazing colors.

[LeesaB]

Good Morning again! everyone!

I say we party tonight!

[sblais]

Good Morning again! everyone!

I say we party tonight!

Yay! We party in Albany! :p

[LeesaB]

I'm sorry, DID I hear something?

[Kathy H]

Party here tonight too!:D

[LeesaB]

Party here tonight too!:D

WHOO HOOO..I KNEW I heard SOMETHING! (still love ya seb, just jealous LOL) SEB, when ya get there,,,give Michael a slug on the shoulder for me! :D

SO...JENN, AMANDA, CUJO, KRISTIN, WHO ELSE...

WE BE HAVING A PARTY TONIGHT...WHOOO...

The cats away the mice will play.....(sorry, it's all I could think of)

[Niraj]

Good Morning people!

Wow, cool pictures NP!

Morning :) thank you :D

I'll try Lisa, ninjapoo is it the new webley by any chance?

It is indeedy!!! ;) can see it out of my bedroom window... it's so considerate of them to build that for me isn't it ? LOL

Godd morning! Very nice pictures NP. Amazing colors.

Thank you :D I love colour!

Yay! We party in Albany! :p

I'll party in London... in about 5 hours... haha... timezones do have an advantage :D lol

[Kai]

party... who has time to party. You all must not have a 3 and 5 year old!!!

[LeesaB]

Kai, LOL, after they go to bed...come join us.

[notapro]

WHOO HOOO..I KNEW I heard SOMETHING! (still love ya seb, just jealous LOL) SEB, when ya get there,,,give Michael a slug on the shoulder for me! :D

SO...JENN, AMANDA, CUJO, KRISTIN, WHO ELSE...

WE BE HAVING A PARTY TONIGHT...WHOOO...

The cats away the mice will play.....(sorry, it's all I could think of)

YAY! Party. I've got a bottle of wine that's been sitting on my counter for 2 weeks (that's a long time for me to have a full bottle of wine;) )


party... who has time to party. You all must not have a 3 and 5 year old!!!

Mine are 1 and 3, and I hear ya, but I was just thinking the other day that I need to go out and have real fun. It's been so long.

[Niraj]

party... who has time to party. You all must not have a 3 and 5 year old!!!

I am the 3 and 5 year old... :) far too young to have kids... i'm single, free and merry... lol

Kai, LOL, after they go to bed...come join us.

*ahem* erm helloooo? where was my invite? :rolleyes:

[LeesaB]

Amanda YES...I'll bring pretzels

Ninjapuppet....OPEN INVITE HERE>>>we hope you join us! and no starting ahead of us UK time...

[notapro]

By the way - ninja, like those pictures you posted earlier!

[Niraj]

LOL...

following link possibly NSFW: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=btXAPQdyKCk

but it was at Wembley Stadium (where i took my pic) and the song is "Get the Party Started" :D :D

[Niraj]

By the way - ninja, like those pictures you posted earlier!

thanks 'manda :D

[LeesaB]

LOL...

following link possibly NSFW: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=btXAPQdyKCk

but it was at Wembley Stadium (where i took my pic) and the song is "Get the Party Started" :D :D

What a performance...wow

Can't believe they allowed her to do that..insurance wise.

[Niraj]

she's a bit of a wild one!

though the others must have been trained performers... i've seen that sort of stuff at the Circus.

[thekid24]

Now its his turn to get his ink....at damn near 11 at night. Lets hope he doesnt regret ithttp://farm3.static.flickr.com/2405/1827979532_56248947cb_o.jpg

[Niraj]

scary photo! lovely colours... reminds me of the film "Hostel"

I misinterpreted the neck to be the door frame, and couldn't figure out where this blokes head was at, lol... till i saw the necklace :D

[thekid24]

scary photo! lovely colours... reminds me of the film "Hostel"

I misinterpreted the neck to be the door frame, and couldn't figure out where this blokes head was at, lol... till i saw the necklace :D
yeah he has an unusually long neck....so naturally we tease him about it.:D

This tat design was his own, the guy (who did mine as well) freehanded it onto his arm and went at it. Bout hour and a half. Ill be taking some pictures of it today in better light.

[Niraj]

whose is the Tatt in your Av ?