Jim Shields Photography

Lily & Jack – 10 months old…already

Jim Shields — Sun, 13 May 2012 17:19:24 +0000

Well they say that time flies when you’re having fun so it much be true. Our Lily & Jack are already 10 months old and moving quite well these days. Jack has gone from the military crawl to full out run-crawl. At least that’s the what I call it. Lily gets around as fast as she wants to also but not as fast as Jack. As a matter of fact Jack was caught at the top of the basement stairs the other day by a very surprised Daddy. Oh boy, they will have to start watching him now. Before you know it they both will be walking, well I think Jack will by-pass that and go straight into a run. Since I shot over 450 pictures yesterday I have really had any time to work on them so I thought I would just post a few so people who don’t have access to Facebook can see Jim and Jen’s adorable twins. Okay so I’m a little prejudice but who wouldn’t be with cutie pies like this. More will be coming I’m sure but for now here are just a few. Enjoy.

Jack doesn’t sit in one place too long.
Lily meets Lily of the Valley. Of course she wanted to eat it.This little girl has all the cute faces going on.Okay now Jack, Stay!Lily checking out her bracelet. Of course it ended up in the mouth too!Jack getting fresh with Grandma.One way to keep him in place is to hold him down. He likes it too.He is quite a bit taller than his twin sister Lily.Okay so how do I get this big thing in my mouth?Okay I will just be cute for the picture now.Just another one of those faces.Of course Jack wants the red one.Finally got them both looking.While Jack thinks his sister isn’t paying attention….…she tries to swipe Jacks flower. But not looking at Jack so he doesn’t know what’s going on.Jack likes his wagon.

Lots of drool too. He already has 6 teeth (Lily has none) and looks like more on their way soon.

The Wedding of Megan and Paul – the slideshow

Jim Shields — Sat, 05 May 2012 16:55:24 +0000

On Saturday, April 28, 2012, my son John and I photographed the wedding of Megan and Paul at the Hope Chapel in Shelby Township. It was a nice day for a wedding even though the weather man predicted rain, it never happened so we were able to get some pictures outdoors before and after the wedding ceremony. Once the ceremony was over it was off to Cherry Creek for the reception. Cherry Creek is one of my favorite venues to shoot at. The entertainment for the evening was provided by Robert Navarre from Full Effect DJ Service. This was the second wedding in a row where the DJ was also an entertainer. Robert did a great job on the guitar as well as keeping the party rocking. Congratulations Megan and Paul. Enjoy the show!

Megan and Paul – getting to know you session, Stony Creek Metropark

Jim Shields — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 20:04:58 +0000

On Sunday my wife and I met up with Megan and Paul to their engagement session photos. Their wedding is coming up very soon so we needed to get these done so we could get the signature book ordered in time for the wedding. Megan and Paul brought along their 6-month old puppy. I was surprised to hear the puppies name was Jim. I have only heard of a dog named James from an old customer of mine who lived in Russia, but never anyone here in the USA. Jim was full of energy and as a hunting dog he was ready to go when we hit the field. Their wedding will actually be my very next wedding later this month. Looking forward to working with them again. Enjoy!

Lily & Jack | 6 months +

Jim Shields — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:06:15 +0000

7/11/11 was such a special day for the Shields family as we welcomed Lily and Jack into this crazy world. So on Sunday our daughter-in-law, Jen, came over with Lily & Jack for some 6 month photos. Sure seems like it was yesterday I was doing the post of their birth and now it’s their 6 month pictures. It actually is a little past the 6 month date since they were born on 7/11/11, but with kids we all have to be flexible. Jim was working this day but he was able to come over after work and actually bring dinner with him. That was a nice surprise, and good too. Lily was in a very good mood for these pictures and Jack, well Jack was not so much but he was better once he had a little 30 minute nap. Here are just a few of my favorites.

Sheena & Matt | the slideshow

Jim Shields — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:09:07 +0000

On Saturday, January 7, 2012, my son John and I photographed the wedding of Sheena and Matt at the Country Club of Detroit. We started our day off at the “Salon Awesome” in Plymouth where we had a chance to meet the girls, as well as Mom’s and Grandma. From there we were off to the Country Club for the ceremony and then we took a small detour to a Firehouse in Detroit to get some pictures of the bridal party with the fire trucks. Matt is actually a fireman in Westland but that wasn’t really an option to go all the way to Westland for those pictures so we opted for a Detroit location which was close to the Grosse Pointe War Memorial where the reception was to be held. Once at the War Memorial everyone settled in for some food, beverages and dancing. We would like to thank Sheena and Matt, along with their families, for making the day so enjoyable for us. Best of luck to the two of you.

The Boar’s Head & Yule Log Festival 2011

Jim Shields — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 21:29:07 +0000

On Tuesday December 6, 2011 I photographed the dress rehearsal of our annual Boar’s Head and Yule Log Festival, as well as one of the actual performances on December 11, 2011, at our church, St. John Lutheran Church in Fraser, Michigan. This is the fifth year for this production and it continues to be popular with everyone in our church and the community as well. There is no charge for this presentation but we do collect a free will offering to help offset the expenses incurred. To learn more about the history of the actual Boar’s Head Festival you can get more information by clicking HERE. This promises to be one the best productions so far as our music Director, Mel Machemer, continues to add things each year as our budget, and personnel, allows. Merry CHRISTmas and enjoy the show!

NOTE: Sorry for removing the music. Mel is working on getting me a piece to add that can be from the performance itself. Stay tuned.

2011 | What a GREAT Year

Jim Shields — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 19:06:55 +0000

Thought I would just post a little video I did of all of our grandchildren. Deb and I were blessed with three more bundles of joy this year. Our oldest grandchild is Princess Norah and next up is Prince Ethan. That’s what it was last year but this year brought twins, Princess Lily & Prince Jack, on July 11, and Princess Elyse on August 8. Yes our family is truly blessed with all of these happy healthy babies. It isn’t very often that kids go to college and then get jobs in the area. I know that for a fact since a lot of my brides are from Michigan who move away after college for their jobs. Not the case with our family, and we a so thankful for that blessing. Here’s all the grandkids for 2011!

Lily & Jack | CHRISTmas 2011

Jim Shields — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 19:34:29 +0000

Last Saturday Jim and Jen stopped over for some Christmas photos of Lily and Jack. We actually had a great time and got everyone (including Rocky) in some pictures. It was a good day to take pictures, drink beer and watch U of M beat OSU. Doesn’t get much better than that. Spending time with family while watching TV on the couch. Christmas 2011 will sure be different than past years but next year will be much more fun with them all running around. Here are few of my favorites from the day.

The Wedding of Ashley & Jeff | the slideshow

Jim Shields — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 23:07:10 +0000

A few weeks ago my son John and I photographed the wedding of Ashley and Jeff in Port Huron, MI. It was a nice sunny day on November 12, 2011, a little chilly but you never know what you will get in Michigan in early November. At least we didn’t have a lot of snow to deal with. We started our day off at the Hotel where they both were getting ready for their big day. From there we were off to Fore Lakes Golf Course for a “First Look” shot and then some bridal party pictures before the ceremony at the First United Methodist Church in Port Huron. After the ceremony we attempted to take a few pictures at the Bluewater Bridge in the pitch dark before heading back to the Fore Lakes Golf Course for the reception. It was a nice day and I got to catch up with a few of my past brides while at the reception. Hope you enjoy the show!

The Wedding of Sarah & Tom | the slideshow

Jim Shields — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 22:53:17 +0000

On October 22, 2011, my son John and photographed the wedding of Sarah and Tom at Cherry Hill Presbyterian Church in Livonia. From there we were off to the party at Laurel Manor, also in Livonia, where the celebration continued. This was a great group of people to work with and we had a lot of fun hanging out with them. The entertainment for the evening was provided by Global Village, who rocked the party till the end. Hope you enjoy the show!