Framedelegance Photography: Blog

NYDIA & NICKS WEDDING AT THE VILLA BARONE MANOR IN BRONX NEW YORK

(Framedelegance Photography) — Thu, 15 Jan 2015 06:20:00 GMT

A night to remember for the family and friends of Nydia and Nick Kappstatter!

I had the pleasure of shooting their wedding at the Villa Barone Manor in Bronx New York.

Here are a few images of the Lovely bride, groom and family.

Thanks for stopping by and enjoy the images.

For further information or to book your special day contact me at 917-742-2917.

ENGAGEMENT SESSION WITH NYDIA & NICK IN DUMBO BROOKLYN

(Framedelegance Photography) — Fri, 08 Aug 2014 18:58:20 GMT

Welcome to my Engagement session in DUMBO Brooklyn with Nydia and Nick who are getting married on September 5th at

Villa Barone Manor, in Bronx NY.

We had a great time walking around looking for locations to shoot and make some memories. It was a beautiful sunny day.

There were people everywhere you turned. Nydia was a little apprehensive and nervous but as the day went on, I helped her and Nick with some posing and gave them reassurance that all this will help on their wedding day. Not only was this their first time in front of a professional but it was the first time we all met in person.

During an engagement session, you get to meet your photographer, discuss your wedding day, practice your posing and expressions and release any anxiety that you may have.

After a long day and a few Corona's next to the Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory, Nydia, Nick and I walked over to a restaurant called Gran Electrica on 5 Front Street for some delicious Mexican Food. While waiting for our food, we discussed their wedding plans, looked over my sample book and talked the rest of the evening away.

Thank you again Nydia & Nick and most importantly to Bob Kappstatter, Nick's Dad, for choosing me to be part of this journey.

Profoto B1 or D1 triggering the Canon 600 EX-RT Speedlites

(Framedelegance Photography) — Sat, 05 Jul 2014 18:11:32 GMT

Hi everyone,

I wanted to let the photographers seeking info on using the Profoto B1 or D1 with the Canon 600EX-RT Speedlites that I found a solution.

When I first bought my Profoto B1 Kit I figured 2 lights were enough and if I needed a rim light or two I could use my Canon 600EX-RT’s in optical mode for the Profoto’s to trigger them. After much research I found that the Canon EX Speedlites are only compatible with each other in optical. (BUMMER).

I began researching to see if I can use a flash slave trigger to do the job and after much research including B&H and Adorama the reviews were stating that the products they bought did not work with the Canon EX series Speedlites.

I found this product on Amazon and ordered two of them:

Canon Flash Slave Trigger

I received them today (7-5-14) and immediately tested them on my Speedlite using the Profoto B1 to trigger it. It worked Flawlessly ! Not only did it work great but I was able to keep the Speedlite on radio mode (not slave mode) so I could control the flash output with my Canon ST-E3-RT Transmitter while handheld, and it worked seamlessly with no problems triggering the Speedlite at the power I set on the Transmitter manually.

Mind you, this is all working while I have the Profoto Air remote TTL-C on camera controlling the Profoto lights.

To give you an example, I have the Profoto lights at a power setting of 5 and the speedlites as rim lights at 1/4 power. I can lower or raise the profoto light power on camera from the remote and lower or raise the power on the speedlites from the Canon ST-E3-RT controller while holding it in my hand.

The only thing you can not do is turn the speedlite off with the remote. The flash slave trigger connected to the speedlite will still see the light and trigger the flash.

I’ve included photos of the product and packaging to help those searching for it a bit easier. Amazon still has the product as well.

JSYK Series Flash Slave Trigger for Canon EX Speedlites by JJC Photography Equipment.

CREATIVE PHOTO SHOOT USING THE PROFOTO B1 LIGHTS

(Framedelegance Photography) — Fri, 04 Jul 2014 06:33:13 GMT

I'm currently in the process of incorporating beauty, glamour and fashion into my business.

Here are a few images I recently made with my new Profoto B1 Lights.

THE WEDDING ALBUM, DESIGNED BY ME, MADE IN ITALY BY GRAPHISTUDIOS

(Framedelegance Photography) — Mon, 10 Mar 2014 01:49:31 GMT

THE WEDDING ALBUM IS NOT WHAT IT USE TO BE

heirloom products for the discerning client

My Wedding Collections include a Wedding album Made in Northern Italy by GraphiStudio, who established itself as a world leader in the wedding album industry in 1985. During this time they moved from the traditional album to the digital album which we've come to know today. Pioneers in the industry, their albums speak of quality, value and engineering design that has made the company what it is today.

Below is an upgraded 12 x 16 GraphiStudio album wrapped in red italian leather with a Crystal Glance Cover designed by us and made in Italy. This particular album was upgraded by the client not only in size but to include 20 extra thick pages bringing the total to 50 Pages of beautiful imagery for them to share with family and friends for years to come.

This album will become the center piece of your home and should be displayed as such.

This is where the CrystalGlance Cover becomes a framed work of art in itself.

When open, this album is 24" wide full spread. The images are sharp and amazing leaving the clients at awe. The front cover is also designed by us and GraphiStudio is aware that the image is for the cover. The quality is superb and the Crystal Glance cover pulls it all together and accentuates the beauty in the book by design.

I hope you enjoyed this bit of information on our products. If you would like further information on the company we partnered with please view this GraphiStudio company video and you to will see why I chose this company to be my exclusive partner in the album design and delivery for my clients.

FOOD AND AMBIANCE AT COVO TRATTORIA RESTAURANT IN NEW YORK

(Framedelegance Photography) — Sun, 12 May 2013 17:21:40 GMT

Welcome and thanks for stopping by to view my photography blog page of the Food & Ambiance at COVO TRATTORIA RESTAURANT

ZAGAT RATED 2011 - 2012 - 2013

This Italian Restaurant is located at 701 West 135th Street ( Corner of 12th Ave) New York in Manhattan.

You can check out their website by clicking here

The food is delicious and ambiance is relaxing. This Restaurant is definitely one our Italian favorites.

As a Photographer based out of Riverdale, New York, I had the pleasure and trust of management to capture the essence of this establishment.

Thanks again and don't forget to stop by and tell them "Rick, the photographer sent you"....

Hope you enjoyed checking out the images of this well established ZAGAT rated restaurant.

By the way try the mascarpone cheese cake, yum!

Need Professional Photography of your establishment or other function?

Call us to discuss it so we can capture the beauty of your place or event.

THOUGHTS ON THE NEW CANON SPEEDLITE 600EX-RT AND THE NEW CANON ST-E3-RT

(Framedelegance Photography) — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 16:48:34 GMT

Hi everyone! My Thoughts and findings on the new Canon flash and Controller

Just want to share some info for Canon users and the new Canon Speedlite 600EX-RT and the new Canon ST-E3-RT Transmitter with relation to the pocket wizards FlexTT5 and the miniTT1.

I purchased the new flash for my recent event but I did not buy the transmitter. I used the new flash on my TT5 pocket wizard. I had the flash off camera and was controlling the flash with the miniTT1 and the AC3 controller on camera. For the most part it functioned well but I remember there being a few miss fires which is one of the canon flash issues when using the Pocket Wizards. This is why they supply the little body bag (what I call it) for the flash unit when it sits on a TT5 Pocket Wizard.

A few days after the shoot I was culling my images and discovered that I had missed more than a few moments because of misfires. (I have my camera set on one shot to give the flash some cycle time.) I decided to upgrade and ordered the new canon controller ST-E3-RT. I received it yesterday (Jan, 31st) and began testing and using it immediately. Below is a quick synopsis of my findings.

My short Findings: (The bad stuff)
The controller cannot trigger the pocket wizards due to the different frequencies. I called the Pocket Wizard tech support and verified.
The controller cannot trigger your older flashes, such as the 580 or 580 II.

My short findings: (The good stuff)
The controller works really well with the new flash system and the controls are exactly the same as on the flash. Very long range..
It allows you to power down the flash when on manual, down to 1/128th of second. The Pocket Wizards only powers down to 1/64th.

BONUS: I found that if you place the new Canon controller on top of the miniTT1 it will act as a AC3 controller and control your new flash plus the your old flashes on the TT5 pocket wizards at the same time. Interesting........

It's a little bulky on top on the camera with the miniTT1 and the new Canon controller but just wanted to mention that it worked. You can control each flash independently of each other in manual mode.

I hope Canon comes out with a TT5 type of receiver for the older flashes to make them compatible with the new system. Those will sell like hot cakes!

Hope this helps and thanks for stopping by, Rick.

KATHERINE & HAYNES ENJOYING A BEAUTIFUL DAY AND EACH OTHER

(Framedelegance Photography) — Sun, 02 Dec 2012 07:08:11 GMT

**** Katherine and Haynes enjoying a beautiful day in Palmyra, Virginia ****

Photography by Rick Garcia of framedelegance photography, located in the Riverdale area of Bronx, New York.

These beautiful images were made in Virginia on the farm that's been in Haynes family for decades.

This location is so beautiful, full of lush trees and over a 100 acres of greenery which includes a large pond.

It was a pleasure to share these moments with Katherine and Haynes and

I'm truly happy they chose me to be part of their special day.

The experiance was awesome!

*** Thanks Guys ***

A kiss is just a kiss, or is it?

This is their dog Tucker which they love so much. He is extremely fast and agile.

As they were posing, Tucker jumped and climbed on to the 7 foot hay roll.

Don't forget to comment and thanks for visiting.. Much love and respect,

Rick Garcia

Riverdale, New York Wedding and Portrait Photographer based in the Bronx.

THE PROPOSAL BY NEW YORK WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RICK GARCIA

(Framedelegance Photography) — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 07:09:16 GMT

........Ali & Jeff on July 4, 2012 in Manhattan, New York getting engaged........

We've never met before this.......

These images were captured in complete darkness and by complete surprise. My family and I were at the westside highway water view festivities in Manhattan, NY for July the 4th when my wife began to feel ill due to the heat. We left the crowd and sat on a bench away from everyone while she regained her strength and drank water. The fireworks were well on their way as we sat listening. In the distance in comes a couple. They walk towards the middle of the area and stop. I see what appears to be the male going down on one knee. I realized what was transpiring before our eyes and scrambled for my camera which I already put away in my bag. It was so dark but I tried to focus and the camera would not cooperate. I immediately put the lens in manual focus , cranked up the ISO (Film Speed / sensitivity to light) as I opened the aperture (Lens opening to let more light in) and shot what I could while trying to focus. These are the only images they have of that special day and I'm extremely proud and happy I was there and able to capture that moment in time.

As they were leaving during this extremely emotional experience, I approached them and introduced myself. I told them I was a Bronx wedding and portrait

photographer and I had captured their once in a lifetime moment. They were so thrilled and excited. The female, which I now know as Ali was beside herself showing us the ring standing next to her proud fiancee. What a moment not only for us but for them!..

Congrats and all the best, Rick Garcia

Riverdale, Bronx, New york Wedding Photographer

The Proposal