Bands of Marriage

Crystal and Larry
(September 8, 2007)



















Katie and Robert
(September 8, 2007)



















Sarah and Joses
(September 8, 2007)



Congratulations to our Newly Weds!

I Thee Wed

Jennifer and Matt

(August 25, 2007)

I Do's

Valerie and Mike
(August 18, 2007)


















Sarah and Michael
(August 18, 2007)

More Congrats

Congratulations to:

Amanda and Aaron

(August 11, 2007)

Shelley and Craig

(August 11, 2007)

-Video

Recent Couples

Christina & Luke
(August 4, 2007)

Carrie & Greg
(August 4, 2007)

Valerie & Nick
(August 4, 2007)

Aleshia & Timothy
(August 4, 2007) - Video

Congratulations to all of our Newly Weds!

Wedding Vows

Congratulations to:

Nikki and Casey Forrester

(July 28, 2007)

Thanks

A big THANKS to those of you who came to our photography workshop last evening. We had a blast sharing our passion with you and we hope you will continue your journey into the wonderful world of photography. See you next time.

TDP

3rd Anniversary

Today is the 3rd anniversary of being in our present location. If you get the chance, please stop by sometime this week and say hello. We just may give you a tour of the place.

TDP

Free Photography Workshop

Join us on Tuesday, August 14, 2007, between the hours of 7 to 9 pm, for a free photography workshop sponsored by Two Doves Photography.

Bring your cameras and photographs to our studio for a relaxed open forum discussing tips and guidance on how to improve your images. Any experience level is welcome to come, from beginner to professional. The only thing mandatory for you to bring is your passion for photography.

For more information about our forum you may email or call us at 618-351-6900. Two Doves Photography is located at 211 W Main St in Carbondale. If planning on attending please let us know so we can reserve a place for you.

We will be looking forward to seeing you and helping you to develop your photography skills.

TDP

New Website in the making!

Because of our growing pains we are having our website once again up-graded to better serve our clients.

Within the next few short weeks we will be implimenting a new website with a much needed feature. A Shopping Cart! This will enable our clients to choose and order the photos they want with greater ease. You will be able to add photos to a Shopping Cart by selecting 'Add To Favorites' button. When you are finished just click on the Shopping Cart, fill in your personal information and then click 'Complete Order.' You will even have the option to pay by Pay Pal if you have a Pay Pal account. If you don't have a Pay Pal account you can create one online at http://www.paypal.com/. It is free to open an account and it is fast and easy to use. We are already using Pay Pal.

We will keep you up-dated on our progress as we get closer to a launch date.

TDP

Happy Couple

Congratulations to this weeks happy couple, Cynthia & Bob Heren, united in marriage on July 14, 2007.

Exhausted

Wheeeee! What a month June was! We had a record breaking 11 weddings for the month of June and we are exhausted.

Congratulations to all of our Newly Weds thus far. My Staff and I have had a wonderful time serving all of our Two Doves family. We thank you for your support and we look forward to serving you further in the future.

I think its time for some R&R. Anybody know of a great place to get away to for a few days??

Curt/Staff

New Couples

Teresa & Brad
(June 30, 2007)



Brittany & Jeff
(June 30, 2007)

Congratulations to this week's newest couples.

TDP

New Husbands & Wifes

Brittany and Austin
(June 16, 2007)



















Brooke and Nathan
(June 16, 2007)



















Nicole and Brian
(June 16, 2007)



















Jessica and Tony
(23 June, 2007)

Jamie and Brian
(June 23, 2007)

Congratulations to our recent Newly Weds! We wish you a lifetime of happiness and much love!

TDP

Contest Winner

Congratulations to Kelsey Tripp. She correctly answered the question to what my middle name was and it is ROY. She has won a free sitting at the famous, Two Doves Photography studio.

Thanks for participating.

Curt

Free Sitting

Tell me, in fifty words or less, why Two Doves Photography should take your picture or your families picture. The best answer will win a free sitting. Email your answer now!

Circle of Friends Bridal Show

Coming in late fall, Two Doves Photography will be sponsoring a "Circle of Friends" bridal show to be held at the Carbondale Civic Center. You don't want to miss this event. More details as they become available.

Wedding Bliss

Congratulations:

Libby & Sean Hughes
(June 9, 2007)

Dana & Andy Yochum
(June 9, 2007)

Wedding Couples

Megan and Luke Prior
(June 2, 2007)

Casey and Chris Killebrew
(June 2, 2007)


Congratulations to both of our newly weds!

Tiffany & Adam

Congratulations to Wedding Couple, Tiffany & Adam Cunico!

You can see a video recap of their wedding on our website at www.twodovesphotography.com

Another Contest

Somewhere in the 2007 blog postings is a secret answer to the following question: What is my middle name?

Be the first to email me with the correct answer, and date it was posted, and you will win a free sitting. Compliments of Two Doves Photography.

This contest is open to anyone except for family and staff members.

Good Luck!

Curt Trammel

Wedding Day

Congratulations to Nicole and Tony Coomer upon exchanging their wedding vows this past weekend.

Contest Winner

Congratulations to Courtney Cruse! She was the winner of our free sitting contest. We will be looking forward to working with her during her session.

Another contest will be under way soon!

TDP

Free Sitting

The first person to email me at Two Doves Photography, and mentions this posting, will win a free sitting. You heard right, a free sitting. So send me those emails. There is a catch though. You must be a new client. Past clients are not allowed to participate at this time, but you will have your chance later. Stay tuned for more winnings.

Curt

Congrats

Congratulations to last weekends newly weds, Ellen Geske and Caleb Robinson.

It's Kerri All Over

This little charmer has been in the studio before and she definitely knows how to strike a pose. Here's Keri and she is just as charming as ever.

Recent Wedding

Congratulations to our latest newly weds, Angela & Dave Miller. United in marriage on May 12, 2007 in Centrailia, IL.

Breaking News

The winner of Carbondale's 'Marry The Mayor' essay contest has been announced.

The lucky winner of the essay is Barbara Ebert of Nashville, TN. She was unanimously chosen by the Marry The Mayor Committee. Her essay consisted of a video and it was the only video submitted.

You can see the winning video essay on You Tube at the Following Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5Tparer5yg. You can follow the progress of Marry The Mayor by going to: http://www.marrythemayor.com/

Thanks to everyone who submitted an essay in hopes of becoming the new First Lady of Carbondale.

Congratulations to Barbara!

TDP

Newly Weds

Congratulations to our newest Newly Weds:

Chasity & Wesley

April 21, 2007

Jessica & Seth
April 28, 2007

Radha - Sweet 16

Happy Sweet 16, Radha!

Wow! Radha and her family knows how to put on a birthday party. The people, festivities and food were absolutely wonderful. The whole evening was a blast and one that we will remember for a long time.

Thank you, Radha, and your family, for inviting us to celebrate with you on your Special Day! We had a great time and hope you did too. We will be looking forward to seeing you soon.

Jessica Simpson?

Hey, could this be Jessica Simpson? WOW! This is a close look-a-like if you ask me. What do you think?

Actually this cutie's name is Laura. My son, Jason, our secret model scout, recently scouted out this local beauty and brought her by the studio this morning for a few test shots. However, Laura's test session turned into a full blown session. She worked so well in front of the camera that I couldn't stop shooting. I am glad I didn't stop because I was able to get some really fantastic images.

Check out our website for some more pics of this gorgeous knockout.

Thanks for a fun morning, Laura. I hope you come back soon. Okay, Jason, you did good! Now back to work.

-Curt

Wedding Bliss

Congratulations to Krista Wright and Dane Elliot who were married this past weekend in Murphysboro, IL.

You two look so lovely together!

Brittany

No words can describe this natural born beauty! Her name is Brittany, and WOW! She sure can pose. We didn't have to give this talented cutie much direction at all. It appeared that she had been modeling for a long time. You will be seeing her pics plastered all over the walls at Mr. Tuxedo in Carbondale.

Way to go girl! You are awesome!

TDP

Husband's & Wife's

Congratulations to this week's Newlyweds!

Brittany & Chris having the time of their lives!

Tonya & Jacob enjoying their Special Day at Touch of Nature!

Here is your secret answer to the question posted on June 1, 2007 to win your free sitting.

The answer is: Roy (My Middle Name)

Wedding Vows

Congratulations to Kirsty and her new hubby, Grant. The couple were married this past weekend in Ullin, IL.

You guys rock. Your reception was a blast. I loved the Karaoke. Grant, you have a great voice.

Have fun on your honeymoon!

Senior Lifestyle Expo

You can find us at the Senior Lifestyle Expo at the Marion Mall this weekend from 8 AM until 6 PM Friday and Saturday. We will be on hand to promote our video transfer and photo restoration services. Some of the media we can transfer to DVD/CD are:

Super/Regular 8 mm home movies

VHS and VHS-C Tapes

Hi 8 and Mini DV Tapes

Cassette Tapes

Vinyl Records

Slides, negatives (35mm & Medium Format)

Photographs

Photo restoration

Come on by and see us and we will show you what we have to offer. We will be located on the East end of the Mall near Dillards and in front of Three Chicks.

See you there!

Engaged

Congratulations to Katie and Jesse. This couple will be getting married soon so today they dropped by the studio for an engagement session. Jesse was in the "not sure" mode when they arrived but before the session was over he was putty in my hands. As with most ladies, Katie was excited and ready to have fun. Jesse later admitted that he had a great time as well.

Curt

Johanna

Meet Johanna! And, she is not just another pretty face. This beauty is one of a kind and the first time she walked into the studio, she had my attention and left me with a burning desire to photograph her. She looked fantastic in her street clothes, not to mention modeling attire. We discussed what style of photos she was looking for and she gave me a few ideas. Then, the creative side of the brain kicked in high gear. A couple days later, Johanna was back in the studio for her shoot. One click after another Johanna performed in front of the camera like a true pro.

The editing process was no easy task. Our staff was in awe at what we were seeing and in disbelief as to how someone could look so naturally beautiful. There was no imperfections that we could see in her. Just one great photograph after another.

Johanna came in to the studio this afternoon to pick up her proofs and she was very delighted in seeing herself in superstar mode. She was photographed exactly as she had wanted. Now, she has expressed an interest in coming back soon for another session.

Thanks, Johanna, for making my day a little brighter.

-Curt

Promo DVD & Brochures

We now have brochures and a promotional video available. The video contains a photo slideshow and a video presentation of our work. Our brochure contains valuable information about our wedding photography and video services.

To get your free copy of the video or brochure just send us an email with your name and address and we will ship one out to you.

Bridal Fair Success

The 2007 Ever After Bridal Fair was a huge success.

A big thank you to everyone that stopped by our booth to see our work. We were encouraged by your compliments. Thank you for your support and we welcome our newest members to the Two Dove family.

Curt, Erin & Jon

Wedding Couples

Congratulations to Krista and Jonathon upon exchanging their wedding vows January 6, 2007.

Krista is a team member at Two Doves and we insisted on photographing their wedding. The wedding photos were awesome.

We hope the two of you have a long and happy marriage.

-Staff

Micaela & Josh!

This couple was married in the fun place of Cancun, Mexico. Unfortunately, I didn't get the chance to tag along and party with them in Mexico, but I got to party with them at their reception in Steeleville.

Micaela was the third person in her family that I have had the privilege of being the photographer. There is one family member left to get married and I am hoping that I will be the photographer at that wedding too.

Thanks for a fun party!

Curt

Bridal Fair Reminder

This weekend (Sunday the 21st) is the Ever After Bridal Fair in Marion at the Williamson County Pavilion. If you are looking to book vendors for your wedding now this is the time to do it. Two Doves Photography will be on hand to answer any questions that you may have about our services. Be sure to stop by and meet the staff and check out some of our work. We will be looking forward to meeting you.

See you at the fair.

TDP

Marry The Mayor Committee On TV

The committee formed to Marry The Mayor of Carbondale will be on the news tonight on WPSD channel 6. An interview with four of the committee members will be aired at 6PM and then again at 10PM. You don't want to miss out on all the details of this unique event taking place within the community of Carbondale.

Marry The Mayor Committee Members (So Far)

L-R: Curt Trammel (Two Doves Photography), Sue Mills (Art Lover's Trading Company), Noah Bond (WPSD-TV 6), Kara Hertzing (Blue Star Lines Limo Service) and David More (Art Lover's Trading Company) and founder of the Committee.

Marry The Mayor

Join in on the fun as the 'Committee to Get the Mayor Married' kicks off.

David More, of the Art Lovers Trading Company in Carbondale, and I have rounded up a committee to help get the Mayor of Carbondale married. It all started out when Carbondale's Mayor Brad Cole had his new year's resolution published in the Southern Illinoisan on January 1, 2007. His resolution was to fall in love, get engaged and get married within the next 12 months.

More hit me with the idea, a few days ago, of forming the committee and wanted my input on it. I thought it sounded like a lot of fun. It could be like the reality show, The Bachelor, only our version would be Carbondale style. More ran with the idea and has now spread like wild fire. Two local newspapers have picked up on the story and WSIL-TV 3 had a story about it a couple nights ago. Now WPSD-TV 6 wants to do a story.

Here are some links that you can go to to keep up with all the excitement and to learn more about getting the Mayor of Carbondale married:

Marry The Mayor
Carbondaley Dispatch
The Southern Illinoisan
Press Release

Curt Trammel

Happy New Year!

From all of us here at Two Doves Photography we wish you a happy and prosperous 2007!

TDP

Band of Brothers

Tara was haming it up during a recent photo shoot with her family. Here she is with her sibling brothers. I must say that she really makes these guys look great!

My Critters

Okay, you have seen other people's critters and so its time to show you mine.

Meet Chief and Lilly.

Chief is a male lab/terrior mix. He just turned 4 years old. He is a fun loving dog but has an attitude. He is very proper, smart and knows what he wants. This 40 pound hunk is definitely not a lap dog, but loveable just the same.

Lilly is a full blooded female lab. She is 1 1/2 years old and is the most loveable dog you would ever want. She is dripping with love. This 75 pounder is a lap dog and loves to cuddle.

Both of these pets are spoiled and very well taken care of and they know how to get what they want.

I love you guys. You are the best! -Papa

Surprise Engagement

Ashley is filled with surprise, joy and excitement as her boyfriend, Travis, proposes to her recently at our studio.

Travis called me several weeks ago and said that he wanted to come in with Ashley to get some Christmas photos. The couple had been to the studio before and just loved it. This time the photo session would have a twist to it. Travis wanted to propose to her. After I had talked to Travis about it, I talked it over with my crew and we decided to set up a scenario and catch it all on video.

When Ashley and Travis came in for their shoot we told Ashley that we were doing a promotional video for the business. After taking several formal photos of the couple we had the video cameras rolling. We started to video the couple as if we were doing an interview. When it was Travis' turn to respond he got down on one knee and presented Ashley with a ring. WOW! This was an amazing site and we caught it all on video. It was a complete surprise to Ashley. And of coarse she said yes! It was quite an emotional moment.

We will have Travis' proposal footage on our website within the week.

Congratulations to the newly engaged couple.

Wedding Congrats!

Congratulations to Lyndsay & Eric!

This lovely couple was married on December 9, 2006. Don't they look so cute?

We wish you a long and happy marriage. Thanks for letting us capture your special day for you.

TDP

2007 Wedding Photography and Video

Book your wedding now for 2007 and save! Wedding photography is only $900.00 which includes the proofs and unlimited time. Wedding video is only $800.00 with unlimited time using two video cameras. Book both and you will get a 10% discount. That is a savings of $170.00. Call or email for further information and availability.

Crazy Critters

Bring in your pet for some fun and crazy photos. Remember, your pet is part of your family and you should have a picture of your furry critter hanging on your wall or sitting on your office desk.

Pets need lovin' too!

Tara & Jeff's Wedding

Their first kiss.

Announced as husband and wife for the first time.

Newly Weds

Congratulations to Tara & Jeff. They were united in Marriage just seconds ago in Harrisburg, IL. I will have some photos posted as I get them download from my shooters.

Tara looks so beautiful in her wedding gown and Jeff was a spectacular Groom.

I can't wait to get to the reception and party with these two.

Curt

June 2007 Wedding Bookings

We currently have three slots available for June 2007 weddings. If you are planning on using us as your wedding photographer, you need to act now. The slots open are: Two for June 2nd, and one for June 7th. Call now to reserve your special day in the most popular month.

Right now you can book your wedding photography for $900.00 including the proofs and unlimited time. Our wedding video is going for $800.00 with two camera coverage. If you book both photography and video you will get a 10% discount. A savings of $170.00.

Call 618.351.6900 to book your June wedding or any other month.