Julianne Markow

Model shots

2010-10-28T13:30:00.000-04:00

A while back a posted about having taken some pictures for my friend Sal who wants to be a model. Well the other day we shot some more. It was such a beautiful fall day in Manchester, NJ and the light reflecting off the orange and yellow trees was incredible. It's so much fun shooting for him because he is such a nice person and worked so hard to get into the shape he is in. I wish him all the best.

Just got my sample WillowBook album from Pictage!!

2010-10-03T10:04:00.002-04:00

I received my studio sample album from Pictage the other day and I am extremely happy with it. This is the album I will be offering to my clients for future weddings...
10x10 Willowbook Sequoia album bound in genuine black leather with a custom picture window on the front and custom printing in the lower right corner. I feel like the photo window in the front really completes the album. The overall quality of the sample is excellent and I'm happy to share...

It came in this really nice black box. The presentation alone was beautiful. Its nice knowing that my clients will receive the same presentation.

The pages are extremely thick and the binding allows for a lay flat design.

A little competition never hurt

2010-09-18T20:19:00.000-04:00

Today Steve and I spent the day in Allaire State Park in Farmingdale NJ, just shooting some random stuff. Mostly just pictures of each other in the same poses. My shots definitely came out better ;-). Steve didn't do too bad himself, he just wishes his shots were as good as mine..

Looking for an Officiant?

2010-09-17T15:35:00.000-04:00

If you're getting married in New Jersey and looking for an officiant, I strongly recommend Rev. Jill Dillner. She is rated on Wedding Wire and has amazing reviews. She actually performed at my own wedding back in 2008 and EVERYONE loved her. When my husband and I first met her, we loved her right away. She puts on a beautiful ceremony and you would be more than happy :-)

10 Reasons to Get Married in New Jersey

2010-09-15T18:03:00.001-04:00

I saw this article on aisledash.com today by Erik Kent and thought it was pretty cool. Be sure to check out www.njwedding.com for great info on getting married in NJ!

What's NOT to love about the idea of having your wedding in the Garden State? With a variety of locations for the event and some of the most creative and talented wedding professionals in the world, NJ has everything on a bride and groom's must-have list. Here's just a sampling of great reasons to get married in New Jersey:

1. Being located in a geographic region with four unique seasons, New Jersey offers couples the opportunity for winter weddings (sometimes even at a discount), wedding celebrations during the spring renewal, beach or garden weddings in the summertime and colorful fall foliage for memorable photos at one of the many golf resorts, wineries or country clubs.

2. Having your wedding closer to home is more green and eco-friendly than planning a destination wedding: you can reduce your carbon footprint by using less gas and tolls, using locally sourced foods, flowers and wedding service providers.

3. With 127 miles of shoreline, New Jersey offers some of the most beautiful beaches and shore towns around, so couples can have their wedding ceremony on the sand with a reception following on or near the beach.

4. Cape May, New Jersey ("Exit 0" on the Garden State Parkway) is known as the third most popular destination in the United States to get married, and you can have your wedding on the beach or in one of many Victorian locations from a bygone era.

5. The Long Beach Island region is one of the fastest growing wedding destinations in New Jersey, with over 40 venues and wedding services to serve couples that want to have their wedding weekend in this resort area.

6. You can have a New York style wedding at New Jersey prices (and without the traffic!) since sales tax in New York City is 8.375 percent compared with 7percent in New Jersey. Still want that backdrop of New York City? Have your wedding at one of the many venues along the Hudson River or charter a boat and cruise past the Statue of Liberty and other landmarks.

7. Wedding TV reality shows love New Jersey, too! Some of the NJ's top wedding experts are regularly featured on the Style Network's Whose Wedding Is It Anyway?, TLC's Masters of Reception and of course ... we have the Cake Boss. New York wedding planner David Tutera often showcases his New Jersey brides on WEtv's My Fair Wedding.

8. New Jersey's history is rich with numerous historic locations and landmarks, places where George Washington has lived or slept. More recent history is also represented in the many locations that have served as a backdrop for movies and television, like The Sopranos. One of the most popular places in the state to pose for an engagement or wedding picture is Woodrow Wilson Hall at Monmouth University, better known as Daddy Warbuck's mansion in the movie Annie.
9. New Jersey is one of the most culturally diverse states in the nation, with large populations of Italians, Pan-Asians, Asian Indians and much more. You can have ANY type of catering you wish at your reception ... just name it and you can find it in New Jersey ... and it's delicious!

10. Looking to attend a bridal show or expo? In New Jersey, you'll be able to find a bridal show almost every day of the week. You will meet local wedding professionals who will give you advice and direction on your wedding plans, see the latest bridal fashions, and even maybe take home some fabulous door prizes or a free honeymoon.

Headshots and Stuff

2010-09-12T11:30:00.002-04:00

I got to shoot these the other day for my friend Sal. He wants to be a model. These were so much fun to do since he was so relaxed and follows instruction easily. We are planning a full model portfolio shoot for the end of the month - can't wait! Its always fun to shoot stuff for friends.

Published

2010-09-02T17:58:00.003-04:00

An article I wrote got published to lightstalking.com, a REALLY popular online blog that has tons of followers. Feels pretty cool :-)

Read my post here

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2010-09-02T16:14:00.000-04:00

Weissman-Meza wedding August 7, 2010

2010-08-14T06:32:00.040-04:00

Last Saturday I had the opportunity to photograph a wedding for two great people at The Mountain View Golf Course in Ewing, NJ. I am lucky enough to have my husband Steven Markow as my second shooter, which I personally think makes for chemistry between two photographers that can't be topped.
Check out some of the shots from the day below. Be sure to check out www.jmarkowphotography.com in the near future to see more!

Awesome fun Maternity Portraits!

2010-06-26T09:25:00.015-04:00

I got to shoot these awesome maternity portraits recently with these two really fun people! I love the way the photos came out. It was an amazing experience!

Happy people + beautiful spring time = awesome e-session! :-)

2010-04-22T17:32:00.012-04:00

I enjoyed shooting this engagement session for a very happy couple at the Sayen Gardens last weekend. Its a great place to check out if you've never been there before.
Mitch and Gloria were awesome and so natural. My husband came along and took some of the shots. What a fun time :-)

Columbus Zoo

2010-03-22T11:48:00.018-04:00

"Can you get dressed... nice... in 10 minutes...?"

2010-02-19T21:08:00.005-05:00

"Can you get dressed...nice... in 10 minutes, want to help shooting a wedding?"

I'm always looking for reasons to pick up my camera. Its great when it means that i get to take pictures of a happy couple. Thanks Joe for letting me come along :-)

The rest of the work from the wedding can be found on Joe sharp's website at www.allissharp.com

Snow on the Beach

2010-02-14T09:22:00.000-05:00

Playing in the Snow with Cameras...

2010-02-14T09:11:00.001-05:00

Taking pictures is always fun when it snows :-). My husband shares my love for photography so I took him along and showed him a few things. It is always fun to share something you love with someone you love.