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Michael--The Bridals
2008-02-25 11:47:00
As promised on a special Saturday post,today I'm able to share photos fromthis past Tuesday's bridal sessionwith Michael .Houmas House was the location chosen,and I finally got to meet Rhonda; her mom,who coordinated this effort from Texas.Also present were her stepmom Donna, andher sister Senate who flew in all the wayfrom Italy!!It was a pleasure meeting everyone and yourhelp was much appreciated.Michael's dress was not ready untiljust last week.This was the closest to the event schedulingI have come to doing bridals, (4 days!!)yet we pulled it off and everythingfell into place.She looked lovely, and honestly, I could notpick a favorite so I'm posting all of them.Michael is the featured bride on theopening page of the website, and the galleriesare now unlocked. Have a look!!I'm going through the wedding photos, andwill post them as soon as I'm done.Thanks for visiting and have a great day!!-Paul

Michael & Rick's Big Night
2008-02-23 19:41:00
I haven't posted in a while so I thoughttoday would be a good day to add another one to the blog.Tonight is Michael & Rick's big night.I have made 2 trips to Baton Rouge this weekand will be making my 3rd in a few hours for their wedding tonight. Tuesday, we had her bridal session at Houmas House.We had a really fun time and thanks for the assistance ladies!!Those photos will be posted tomorrow (Sunday).Be sure to check them out, I'm very proud of them!!I attended the rehearsal last night and got to meet the wedding party, parents, etc.It is a military wedding and will be my first timecapturing one so I'm excited about that!The venue is Boudreaux's at 7:30pm in Baton Rouge.Check back for the wedding photos!Thanks for visiting and have a great weekend!-Paul
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Valentine's Day 2008
2008-02-14 16:15:00
Happy Valentine 's Day to everyone!!I hope you have a very special daywith the one you love.In that regard, today I want tomake a special postfor the one I love.I have put together thisslideshow for my little queen,Michelle. I also gave her a card that says the thingsI can't seem to put in words how I feel about her,an assortment of her favorite candy; Rocher,and the little white monkey with the bananain the first picture of thisslideshow that she named "Paul".Press his heart, he whistles and says"I go bananas over you!!" hahaHope you enjoy the slideshow, andMichelle, I love you!!-Paul
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PBMphotography.com Website
2008-02-13 15:50:00
With Spring just around the corner (I hope), I thought it might be time to freshen up the website.If you haven't seen it yet, click on the link.I have not done a complete overhaulbecause I liked the layout, but I thought a color change would be nice.I have created a poll and would appreciate your input.*AFTERNOON UPDATE* I'm not sure what happened to the poll, maybe overloaded with so many positive reviews!! hahaI have not received any nasty emails about it, so I can safely assume it is ok.Thanks for visiting!!-Paul
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40 Years Old
2008-02-11 14:40:00
Well, I did it. Yesterday I crossed the 40 year bridge in life. Thanks to all of you for the "happy birthday" phone calls, emails, and text messages. I really appreciate them.Here's how the weekend went:Michelle took me to the casino twice.Friday night, I won $1,000. Saturday not so well,but we had a good time anyway.Yesterday, went to church, pick up Olivia (Ben's girlfriend)and then on to my Nannie's house where she had cooked a big birthday lunch for me. Thanks Nannie!!Came home stuffed, needless to say.Michelle started cooking when we got home because my familycame over for dinner last night. I think I gained 15 pounds for this birthday!! hahaMichelle gave me a computer program to automatically back upmy images to prevent any losses in case of another hard drive failure.Ben gave me a little digital photo keychain that I can upload my photos to and share with anyone. Thanks Michelle & Ben! I love you both very much!!To add to that, the weather was beautiful so it was a gre...
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Christy & Ben--Engagement Photos
2008-02-06 14:40:00
This past Friday, I had the pleasure ofmeeting Christy & Ben for their engagement session.We were supposed to go downtown, but withMardi Gras festivities taking place, Christy calledwith a change of plans and it was probably better we didn't.This session was all I expected and then some.They are a wonderful, fun loving couple andI hope I captured that in their photos.I promised Christy I would do my best not to mentionsomething, and I'll stick to my word.From here on out, I will affectionately referto her as "GB". hahaChristy & Ben, thank you for a fantastic session!!All of the photos can be viewed in a larger formaton the websitein the usual galleries.We have scheduled her bridals for February 29that Avery Island.I have seen her dress and needless to say,she will be a stunning bride.Thanks for visiting and have a great day!!-Paul
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Precious & Daniel-The Engagement Photos
2008-02-04 15:23:00
Good Monday morning!!I hope everyone had a fun weekend.As promised in the last post, I would put some photosfrom Precious & Daniel 's engagement session up for viewing.These were taken last Sunday at Vermilionville.What was supposed to be a warm pretty day turned out tobe everything but. It all worked out though.I think they make a great couple and I enjoyed meeting andworking with them.This past Saturday, we took her bridals, but I can't post themuntil after the wedding.These photos may be viewed on the website in the regular places as well.Thanks for visiting and have a great day!!-Paul
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Big Mardi Gras Weekend
2008-02-01 12:05:00
My creative juices must be flowing because I have been upsince 3:30am thinking about the engagement session I have this afternoon.A few things to talk about today.First, this past Sunday I met with Precious & Daniel for their engagement session. After rescheduling a couple of times due to weather, we finally got to meet and get them done. I had a wonderful time with them and Precious informed me that it was fun! We have her bridals scheduled for Saturday afternoon, so check back for those!Today, I get to meet with Christy & Ben for their engagment photos.I have been looking forward to this one for some time.Check back for all of these photos next week.Also, it's Super Bowl weekend..I'm picking the Giants for this one.It's also Mardi Gras weekend. Have fun folks, stay safe, and check back!!!Thanks for visiting!-Paul
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Introducing..Michelle & Gene
2008-01-30 15:22:00
Today I would like to introduce Michelle & Gene .I have not met either of them yet as they live in Fort Polk, LAand all of our correspondence has been by email and telephone.In fact, it was Gene that called me to reserve their wedding date.Of course Michelle and I and emailed each othera few times before he called.Congrats Gene, you're the first groom to calland reserve a wedding date!!It's usually the bride that calls me,so that was pretty cool.Michelle was kind enough to send me a photo to post on the blog.Thanks Michelle!!We have her bridal session scheduled for February 26th.The wedding is scheduled for April 19that the Carriage House in Gonzales.Stay tuned!!-Paul

Bad Day?
2008-01-29 15:24:00
Today, I would like to feature another video that had me laughing my butt off.Thanks for sending it Brittnie!!I'm wondering if I should have put it up yesterday for Mondayas I'm sure many of you can relate to this one.Here's hoping after watching this, you'll have a good day!!I could notThanks for visiting!-Paul

Introducing..Marla
2008-01-28 14:36:00
I hope everyone had a dry and warm weekend.Today I would like to introduce Marla.Marla drove here from Zachary on Friday in that miserable weatherto reserve her and Eddie's wedding date on July 5th.Unfortunately I did not get to meet Eddie because he was working.We must have talked over an hour and I have to say she is a sweetheartand is going to be fun to work with.She was introduced to my work through Brittnie. Thanks Britt!!Of course I had to break out the camera and get a quick photo of herfor the blog while she was here..haha.You will be seeing more of her.Thanks for visiting today and have a great day!!-Paul

PBM Friday Update
2008-01-25 14:45:00
Wow, I think this is the longest I have gone without posting. The fact is, I have not been busy shooting with this crazy weather.I have a rescheduled engagement shoot scheduled for tomorrow, however I am not sure if that will go as planned either. One of the unfortunate downsides to not having a studio I guess, but one day..I will!! I love location sessions, but a studio would come in handy for situations like this.My calendar is lit up though with all of the engagement, bridal and weddings scheduled.In the coming weeks, I will be posting new photos on a regular basis as I have many sessions scheduled so look out for them!You may have noticed a new countdown at the top of the page.Yes, yours truly is hitting the big 4-0 on February 10th. Thanks for the denture gift Brittnie!! haha I hope I can go another 40 years without those!! But I'll have them if I need them right??Thanks to all of you that have added your photo to the guestbook. I appreciate that!!I will give those of you that...
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Stacy & Phuong--The Wedding
2008-01-16 17:09:00
This past Saturday, I had the pleasure of photographing Stacy & Phoung's wedding.It took place at 10:30am in Abbeville at the beautiful St. Mary Magdalen Church.Although I do not speak or understand Vietnamese, it was a beautiful ceremony.I found it interesting that the priest had noted Stacy & Phuong have known each other for 8 years!! These 2 are meant to be together.The reception was unlike any other I have been a part of. I have never seen so much food or alcohol for a reception. I don't think it was wasted either..hahaThat's why I mentioned I was pretty certain there were hangovers on Sunday.Stacy & Phuong, thank you for the opportunity of photographing your big day.I wish you both the best.Below are a few photos in a slideshow format from the wedding day.The "Slideshow" & "Ordering/Proofing" galleries are unlocked for anyone wanting to view them on the website.-Paul
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Stacy & Phuong--The Rehearsal
2008-01-15 15:29:00
I know many people are waiting to see photos from Stacy & Phuong's wedding.I am working on those, but I thought I would post a few from the rehearsal.My curiosity has got me wondering ifI am the only photographer that attends rehearsals?The priest was rather surprised and kept asking why I was there. hahaIt's something I do because I do not like surprises when it comes to photographing a wedding.I also get to meet all participants in the wedding.Thanks Stacy, Phuong and wedding party.You were all a pleasure to work with!!Wedding photos should be posted in a couple of days.-Paul

PBM Monday Morning Update
2008-01-14 14:44:00
Good Monday morning!! I hope everyone had a great weekend.As noted in Friday's post, my wedding season kicked off this past weekendin Abbeville with Stacy and Phuong's wedding Saturday morning.I started shooting pictures at 8:30 that morning and didn't stop until 3:30.It was fun and definitely different from other ceremonies I've had the pleasure of being a part of as most if it was in Vietnamese tradition.I also feel certain saying that there were many hangovers yesterday...hahaI will be working on those photos and will post as soon as I get approval.Also, I would like to mention that I have spoken to many of you wanting to orderphotos but don't see them in the "Proofing/Ordering" section of the website.The reason is, my host provider allows them to be up for a certain amount of time to allow me to post new photos. However, if you are looking for your photos and are unable to order, please do not hesitate to call or email, and I will be happy to put them up again.Thanks for vi...
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PBM 2008 Wedding Season
2008-01-11 19:11:00
The PBM Photography 2008 wedding seasonofficially begins tonight in Abbeville.I will be attending Stacy & Phuong's rehearsal,with the wedding set to take place tomorrow morningat 10:30.In the spirit of the new year, I've decided to try somethingnew in posting my photos.I have put together a slideshow of a few of Stacy's bridalphotos, and if it works well, I may continue to use it regularly.Comments and thoughts are welcome. Have a great weekend!-Paul
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Omazing Grace
2008-01-10 15:02:00
This is the first time I post a video on the blog. I hope you enjoy it.My sister in law, Crishelle sent this to me.I can't help but laugh every time I watch it so I thought I would share it with you.Turn your volume up and listen and be sure to watch the whole thing.If you have seen it before, watch it again because it is funny.God bless this guy for trying, but I think I would try whistling...hahaI think there is an email link at the bottom of each post I write..use it to send to someone..as I'm pretty sure it will put a smile on someone's face.It is not my intention to offend anyone with it, and if it does, I do apologize.I still think it's funny.I have disabled the radio for today's posting so you can hear this.I would love to know your thoughts and comments.-Paul
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PBM 100th Post!!
2008-01-09 15:17:00
Today marks my 100th post on this blog!! I never thought I would have had that much to say when I started this blog 5 months ago. It's approaching 4,000 hits, so I'm hoping that's a good sign. If you visit regularly, you may notice some changes I have made..mainly the colors on the website, and the photo at the top of the blog... I changed last night. I am experimenting with different templates for the website and as soon as I find one that I have to have, I will make a change..just trying to keep it fresh!I mentioned the number of hits this blog gets and that leads me to another topic...I have a photo guestbook on this blog for readers to post photos. I must have alot of "secret readers" to have only 8 photos in there?? I think 99% of us have photos on our computers. If you do not..call me, I'll go take one for you!! hahaI'm told often, I read your blog all the time, and yet there is no picture to prove that...I would hate to have to start calling names!! hahaSeriously though...
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Councilman Don Bertrand
2008-01-08 15:36:00
Yesterday I had the opportunity to photograph history being made with the newly elected councilmen being sworn in. If you have been keeping up with this blog, you will know that I took alot of pictures for Don Bertrand's election campaign.Having never witnessed something like this, I must say it was pretty special.Ben & Olivia came with me and it was great to have them there as well.Don & family, I just want to say "Congratulations" again, thanks for asking me to be part of this event, and for making me feel so welcome in your lives.Below are a few photos from yesterday's ceremony.-Paul
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Randi & Donnie--The Wedding
2008-01-07 12:15:00
It's been a while since I posted but today I start getting back into the groove.Today I am proud to present photos from Randi & Donnie's wedding. The rest of the photos can be seen on the website in the "Slideshow" & "Proofing" galleries.This was my last wedding of 2007 and it took place in Baton Rouge.I will be traveling there tomorrow to deliver Randi's wedding album to her.I attended the rehearsal at her mother's home the night before andI want to thank everyone that was there for making me feel so welcome.One thing I would like to add, and I am sure if Donnie reads this, he will appreciate it.To all the future couples that I work with:Please tell me if the honeymoon destination is a surprise.At one point during the reception, I asked if they were driving to their destination that night, not knowing Randi didn't know where they were going!! Insert foot!! hahaThanks again Randi & Donnie, I wish you both the best, and thanks for the opportunity!-Paul
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Happy New Year Everyone!!
2007-12-31 13:16:00
Today's post brings 2007 to an end and what an incredible year it has been for me.With that in mind, I would like to say "thank you"to all of the wonderful people I have had the pleasure to meet and work with.I have wonderful memories and hopefullyI have captured some for you that you will cherish for a lifetime.My 2008 calendar has many weddings and events thatI am very excited about and look forward to showing them here and the website!!Again, thanks and I wish you a happy, healthy and prosperous 2008!!Photo credit to CL Woods-Paul
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Surprise Photo Shoot #2
2007-12-28 15:29:00
Today, I would like to share the details of the 2nd surprise photo shootthat I went on just before Christmas.I got a call from my niece; Kelsey, to take some photos of her and her 3 brothers for their mom; Connie, to give them as a gift.Of course, Uncle Paul was more than happy to do it. I love these kids like they were my own.We scheduled a day, time and place while they devised a plan to keep Connie occupied while we did the photos.She was very surprised and emotional when she unwrapped these photos.If you have not read the entry in the guestbook on the website, I'll post it here:Paul, I cannot thank you enough for what you did for my kids. You did such a nice self-less act. I was so suprised to get the pictures. I have not cried in months, but that did bring me to tears. I love you Michelle and Ben so much. If ya'll ever need anything please call. I LOVE THE PICTURES. You made my Christmas..Thank you!!!Thanks Koty, Matt, Jake, & Kelsey!! Mission accompolished!-Paul
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Surprise Photo Shoot #1
2007-12-27 17:26:00
I'm BACK!!I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas and Santa was good to you. He was certainly generous at the Mouton house. More on that in another post.Last week, I had posted that I had a couple of secret photo shoots but could not elaborate any more because the recipient of those photos reads this blog.Now I can elaborate on them. The first was a surprise for Michelle.Our son, Ben doesn't care for having his picture taken too much,but being that it was for his mom, he was more cooperative.I had the photos below enlarged and framedand we gave them to her for Christmas.Needless to say she cried and her baby is on displayin her office and in our home.-Paul
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Merry Christmas Everyone
2007-12-20 14:33:00
Today will be my last post until after Christmas . My posts have been sporadic this month due to the holidays and delivering all of the reprint orders.After the holidays, the blog will be updated regularly again.Thanks to all of you sending Christmas cards, emails, and the wonderful gifts under the PBM BLOG tree!! I hope Santa is good to everyone and please remember the reason we celebrate Christmas.So, from Paul, Michelle, Ben, Buford, & Baxter..MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!!
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PBM--The Latest
2007-12-18 15:15:00
Today I thought I would give an update of what I have been up to. Obviously, I have not been posting daily like I usually do.I have been out and about running the roads, delivering all of the prints that have been ordered from earlier jobs that I have done this year. Thanks to all of you for your orders!!Also, this past week I made 3 trips to Baton Rouge for Randi & Donnie's wedding. Those photos will be posted at a later date.Yesterday, I did a secret photo shoot for a Christmast gift. I cannot give details for obvious reasons, and I know the recipient of those photos reads this blog and will be very surprised.I will however post them after Christmas.Today, I will be on the roads again delivering more photos, and working on some here.Tomorrow I have another photo session that I'm looking forward to.I cannot post details yet for that one either..hahaThe photo below is of ornaments on our Christmas tree.Thanks for visiting and have a wonderful day!!-Paul

Randi--The Bridals
2007-12-16 22:44:00
About 2 1/2 weeks ago, I had a great time with Randi, her mother Terri, and maid of honor Nicole at the Houmas House Plantation to do her bridal shoot. That has to be one of the most beautiful places I have had the pleasure of working. Randi was going through a bout of laryngitis the day we did these photos. She could barely talk but didn't have to...I shoot pictures - not videos..haha! The wedding was yesterday in Baton Rouge and I will be working on those this week. I will post those pictures as soon as they return from their honeymoon, so check back!! Until then, it is my pleasure to present a few from her bridal session. The rest can be viewed on the website in the "Slideshow" and "Proofing/Ordering" galleries.-Paul

Christy's Family Photos
2007-12-07 14:46:00
This past Sunday, I had of the pleasure of getting together with Christy & Scott and the rest of her family for a photo session.It was great to see them again!In an earlier post this week, I had referred to Christy as "Crip".It is because she is sporting a walking boot cast on her right leg.A while back she injured her ankle and is still going through the healing process, but is handling it very well.Christy & Scott, you know how I feel about you and working with you.Thanks for the opportunity once again, to capture what I hope are memories that will last a long time for you.-Paul
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Introducing..Kara
2007-12-06 17:50:00
Today, I would like to introduce Kara ...Yes, ANOTHER "K"!!I will not get into that again today.I have known her for a couple of years as she works with Michelle.Kara graduates from ULL this month and aspires to teach elementary school.Congratulations Kara!!! We are all proud of you and happy for you!!Saturday I will step out of my comfort zone of wedding photography and do a photo session with her in cap and gownand some casual shots as well.The photo below was taken at Christy & Scott's wedding reception.I found out she was supposed to be attending another wedding I was shooting andI was starting to think I had a stalker!!Since then she has laid low and I am not as concerned as I was..haha-Paul

Stacy--The Bridals
2007-12-04 14:43:00
This past Saturday afternoon, I met with Stacy to photograph her bridal portraits. As I said yesterday, it was all I expected and more. She looked great and was a real joy to work with.As I was taking the photos, I would show her some of them in camera, but couldn't show too many because she would get a little teary eyed! You did great Stacy!!I am very proud of the way these photos turned out, and happy to show everyone my first bride of 2008!!The rest of her photos can be viewed on the website in "Slideshows" or in the"Proofing/Ordering" section.Check them out!!-Paul

Christmas Tree Decorating
2007-12-03 14:57:00
Good Monday morning!! I hope everyone had a great weekend. Michelle & I put up the Christmas tree Friday night. I wish I could say it went well but it turned into a 4 hour fiasco.I'm still not sure if we just gave up or we got it to stand straight, I'll have to go look again, haha.Ben & Olivia wore themselves out...4th photo below.Thanks for your patience Michelle, I wish I had just a little of what you have!!Below are photos from that event.Saturday, I met with Stacy for her bridal session. It was all I expected and more. As soon as I get the ok, I will post those.Sunday I met with Crip, I mean Christy (you had to be there) and her family for their sitting. It was great seeing and working with them again.Thanks for visiting and have a great day!!-Paul
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