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<p><a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/2012/02/24/norfolk-wedding-from-isha-foss-events-justin-hankins-photography/" title="Style Me Pretty Justin Hankins Photography"><img src="/images/blog/201202/style-me-pretty-logo.gif" alt="Hermitage Museum Wedding Photographer" class="inlinetop" style="padding:5px" /></a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/2012/02/24/norfolk-wedding-from-isha-foss-events-justin-hankins-photography/" title="Style Me Pretty Justin Hankins Photography"><img src="/images/blog/201202/style-me-pretty-wedding-photograph.jpg" alt="Hermitage Museum Wedding Photographer" class="inlinetop" style="padding:5px" /></a></p>
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<p>I’m thrilled to learn Lisa & Jordan’s wedding at the Hermitage Museum <a href="http://www.stylemepretty.com/2012/02/24/norfolk-wedding-from-isha-foss-events-justin-hankins-photography/">has been featured on Style Me Pretty</a>! I’ve spoken before about <a href="http://weddingsbymichelle.com/2011/06/03/i-do-spotlight-justin-hankins-photography/">the importance of playing CEO of your own wedding</a> and of surrounding yourself with a team of vendors you can trust. Lisa took that to heart and put together an All-Star team of vendors, each of whom I’d be humbled to have at my own wedding. None of my photos are ever possible without the amazing vendors who bring their own talents to each of our weddings together, and I’m excited whenever my images can help spotlight some of the region’s best talent.</p>
<p>All of these sentiments are magnified when I have an existing personal connection to a couple. (Lisa&#8217;s maid of honor was my girlfriend, the most beautiful maid of honor I&#8217;ve ever photographed!) And the only thing more satisfying than watching some of my favorite vendors at work is seeing them provide a great experience for someone I&#8217;ve known for a long time. </p>
<p>Vendor list:</p>
<p>Venue: <a href="http://www.thehermitagemuseum.org/" target="blank">Hermitage Foundation Museum</a> / Event Styling & Floral Design: <a href="http://www.ishafossevents.com/" target="blank">Isha Foss Events</a> / Wedding Coordination: <a href="http://www.daylilyweddings.com/" target="blank">Daylily Weddings</a> / Catering: <a href="http://www.chefbydesigncatering.com/" target="blank">Chef By Design</a> / Vintage Rentals: <a href="http://www.ishafossevents.com/" target="blank">Isha Foss Events</a> / All Other Rentals: <a href="http://distinctiveeventrentals.com/" target="blank">Distinctive Event Rentals</a> / DJ: <a href="http://www.archentertainmentcompany.com/" target="blank">Arch Entertainment</a> / Beauty: <a href="http://www.kristallane.com/" target="blank">Kristal Lane</a></p>
<p>Thanks so much to Isha Foss, Lil Acosta, Ashley Lach, Marcy Telfer, Jenni James, Kristal Lane, Rodney Charles, Bill Cabell, and all the folks who make up your teams.</p>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2012 03:53:57 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Best of Weddings 2012 Winner</title>
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<p><a href="/images/blog/201202/best-wedding-photographer-2012.jpg" rel="lightbox"><img src="/images/blog/201202/best-wedding-photographer-2012.sm.gif" alt="Best of Wedding Photographer Virginia" class="inline" /></a></p>
<p>I’m humbled and delighted to announce I’ve been voted into The Knot’s <a href="http://www.theknot.com/Vendors/LocalVendors/best-of-weddings/all-Virginia/192">Best of Weddings 2012</a>. This marks the <em>third year in a row</em> that couples have bestowed this honor upon me, and I couldn’t be more beholden to their graciousness. This accolade comes from brides and grooms just like you, and helps offer insight into the importance I place on providing each couple with the most rewarding customer experience I can offer. Thank you to everyone who helped make last year so successful and to all of you who have invited me into your lives this year!</p>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:13:23 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Cover of <i>i do!</i> Magazine</title>
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<p><a href="/images/blog/201202/justin-hankins-magazine-cover.jpg" rel="lightbox[blog]" ><img src="/images/blog/201202/justin-hankins-magazine-cover.sm.jpg" alt="Norfolk Virginia Pagoda Wedding Photographer Justin Hankins" class="inline" /></a></p>
<p>I’m proud to announce my image from Lisa & Chris’s <a href="http://weddings.justinhankins.com/photograph/lisachris/1">wedding at the Norfolk Pagoda</a> made the cover of <i>i do!</i> Magazine’s Fall/Winter issue. Thanks so much to <a href="http://weddingsbymichelle.com/">Michelle Kilgore</a>, <a href="http://www.ishafossevents.com/">Isha Foss</a>, and <a href="http://www.daevids.com">Daevid’s of Norfolk</a> for the beautiful bouquet. </p>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2012 01:31:02 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Ashley & Rodney in <i>i do!</i> Magazine</title>
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<p><a href="/blog/2012/02/04/ashley-rodney-in-ii-doi-magazine/#extended" title="Virginia Wedding Photographer"><img src="/images/blog/201202/ashrod-main.jpg" alt="DJ Rodney Charles - Justin Hankins" class="inline" /></a></p>
<p>Check out the Fall/Winter 2011 issue of <em>i do!</em> magazine for a 14-page feature on Ashley and Rodney’s August wedding at East Beach in Norfolk, VA. </p>
<p>Rodney, owner of <a href="http://www.archentertainmentcompany.com/">Arch Entertainment</a>, is one of the most sought-after DJs in Virginia, and Ashley is the most delightful person you&#8217;ll ever meet! Naturally, their wedding was the most happening event in town. With so many of our top-notch wedding vendor friends in attendance and helping out, Ashley and Rodney&#8217;s wedding was one of the most relaxing and stress-free wedding days I&#8217;ve ever photographed. Big thanks to <a href="http://weddingsbymichelle.com">Michelle Kilgore</a> for making the day extra special. </p>
<p>Full vendor list is as follows:</p>
<ul> <li>Venue: <a href="http://eastbeachnorfolk.com/index.php">East Beach Club</a></li> <li>Officiant: Steve Jolley</li> <li>Photography: <a href="http://justinhankins.com">Justin Hankins</a></li> <li>Bridal Gown: Allure</li> <li>Attendant Gowns: Alfred Angelo</li> <li>Beauty: <a href="http://imageathaygood.com/staff/amy-gallahan/28362/">Amy Gallahan</a></li> <li>Florist: <a href="http://www.daevids.com/">Daevid’s</a></li> <li>Caterer: <a href="http://www.sweetwatercuisine.com/">Sweetwater Cuisine</a></li> <li>Rentals: <a href="http://distinctiveeventrentals.com/">Distinctive</a></li> <li>Baker: Maryann Miller & Linda Taylor</li> <li>Lighting: <a href="http://www.bluesteelprolighting.com/">Blue Steel</a></li> <li>Entertainment: <a href="http://sola.nsu.edu/music/samdorsey_1.htm">Sam Dorsey</a>, <a href="http://thebizz1.com/">Strictly Bizzness</a></li> </ul>
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<pubDate>Sat, 04 Feb 2012 00:52:48 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Speaking at The Wedding Masters</title>
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<p><img src="/images/blog/200909/justin-hankins-apple.jpg" alt="Apple Aperture - Justin Hankins" class="inline" /></p>
<p>On Sunday, February 27th 2011, I’ll be speaking about wedding photography at the <a href="http://hamptonroads.com/2010/11/wedding-masters">Wedding Masters in Virginia Beach</a>. This event is designed to be both inspirational and educational, and my presentation will give you the insight you need to select the perfect photographer for your big day. (Spoiler: it has nothing to do with the photos!) I’ll be presenting alongside some of my absolute favorite folks in this industry: <a href="http://www.ishafossevents.com/">Isha Foss Events</a>, <a href="http://keithcephus.com/">Keith Cephus</a>, <a href="http://www.mayacouture.com/">Maya Couture</a>, <a href="http://bluesteelprolighting.com/index2.php?v=v1">Blue Steel Lighting</a>, and <a href="http://www.positivevibes.net/">DJ Seko</a>. If you’re in the middle of planning your wedding, come out from 2-5pm. I’ll be speaking around 2:30.</p>
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<pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:03:50 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Becky & Zach featured in <i>i do!</i> Magazine</title>
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<a href="/images/blog/201101/ido-cover.jpg" rel="lightbox[blog]" title="Becky & Zach in I Do!"><img src="/images/blog/201101/ido-cover-sm.jpg" alt="Hampton Roads Wedding Photographer" class="inlinetop" style="padding:5px" /></a> <a href="/images/blog/201101/ido-feature.jpg" rel="lightbox[blog]" title="Becky & Zach in I Do!"><img src="/images/blog/201101/ido-feature-sm.jpg" alt="Hampton Roads Wedding Photographer" class="inlinetop" style="padding:5px" /></a> <a href="/images/blog/201101/ido-ad.jpg" rel="lightbox[blog]" title="Becky & Zach in I Do!"><img src="/images/blog/201101/ido-ad-sm.jpg" alt="Hampton Roads Wedding Photographer" class="inlinetop" style="padding:5px" /></a> </p><br style="clear:both;" /></p>
<p>I just got my hands on the Spring 2011 issue of <strong><em><span style="font-size:125%;">i do!</span></strong></em>, the beautiful new publication from Michelle Kilgore and Kim Pietsch at <a href="http://weddingsbymichelle.com/">Weddings by Michelle</a>. It’s a lovely issue that highlights the premiere level of service that Weddings by Michelle provides, and offers plenty of insight and inspiration to those of you planning your own weddings! The gals have been working extremely hard on this for a very long time, and the effort really shows. Bonus: it features <a href="http://weddings.justinhankins.com/photograph/beckyzach/1">Becky and Zach’s wedding</a>, one of my favorite 2010 events with <a href="http://www.style-events.com/">Style Events</a> at the <a href="http://www.norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/facility-rental/weddings">Norfolk Botanical Garden</a> and the <a href="http://www.marriott.com/hotels/event-planning/wedding-planning/orfws-norfolk-waterside-marriott/">Norfolk Marriott</a>. The issues are being distributed now, so keep an eye out!</p>
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<pubDate>Sun, 30 Jan 2011 21:04:51 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Best of Wedding Photography 2011 Winner </title>
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<p><a href="/images/blog/201101/best-of-weddings-2011.jpg" rel="lightbox"><img src="/images/blog/201101/best-of-weddings-2011.gif" alt="Best of Wedding Photography Justin Hankins" class="inline" /></a></p>
<p>I’m extremely honored to have been selected a Best of Weddings vendor by <a href="http://www.theknot.com/">The Knot</a> for two consecutive years. The Best of Weddings nod is very special to me because it comes <a href="http://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-planning/planning-a-wedding/articles/best-of-weddings-2008.aspx">directly from brides</a> and reflects the care I strive to provide every couple. Photography is obviously a creative adventure, but the true art in my work rests in how I take care of people. It’s only through the personal relationships and trust we build that any of the magic comes together on the other side of the lens. So thank you to my lovely couples who grew with me over the past years and trusted me with their most precious moments. And hello to all of you planning your weddings in 2011! I still have a few open dates in prime wedding season, so <a href="/contact">book quickly</a>! :)</p>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jan 2011 13:50:36 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>2011 Bride's Choice Award</title>
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<p><img src="/images/blog/201101/ww-award-sm.gif" alt="Bride's Choice Award Winner Justin Hankins" class="inline" /></a></p>
<p>Just got word from Wedding Wire that I received a 2011 Bride’s Choice Award. This award recognizes the top 5 percent of local wedding professionals, and is based on recommendations from couples just like you. (<a href="http://www.weddingwire.com/reviews/justin-hankins-photography-virginia-beach/f3a808fef3f923fb.html">Here’s what brides are saying about me</a> :) If you’re not familiar with WeddingWire, <a href="http://www.weddingwire.com">head over to their site</a> and start using it in your planning process. With so many vendors in the wedding industry, and with as much money as you’re investing in your plans, it’s important to review first-hand references from previous clients. Any vendor can put a bunch of “testimonials” on their website, but third-party sites like The Knot and Wedding Wire offer a more unbiased, honest look.</p>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 10:39:44 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Lisa & Chris featured in The Knot Magazine</title>
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<a href="/images/blog/201001/knot-cover.jpg" rel="lightbox[blog]" title="The Knot - Lisa and Chris"><img src="/images/blog/201001/knot-cover.thumb.jpg" alt="Norfolk and Brooklyn Wedding Photographer" class="inlinetop" style="padding:5px" /></a> <a href="/images/blog/201001/knot-1.jpg" rel="lightbox[blog]" title="The Knot - Lisa and Chris"><img src="/images/blog/201001/knot-1.thumb.jpg" alt="Norfolk and Brooklyn Wedding Photographer" class="inlinetop" style="padding:5px" /></a> <a href="/images/blog/201001/knot-2.jpg" rel="lightbox[blog]" title="The Knot - Lisa and Chris"><img src="/images/blog/201001/knot-2.thumb.jpg" alt="Norfolk and Brooklyn Wedding Photographer" class="inlinetop" style="padding:5px" /></a> </p><br style="clear:both;" /></p>
<p>Check out the Spring/Summer edition of <a href="http://www.theknot.com/">The Knot Magazine</a> to read up on <a href="http://weddings.justinhankins.com/photograph/lisachris/1">Lisa and Chris’s fabulous wedding</a> in Norfolk last year. Lisa booked me for their wedding at the Norfolk Pagoda months before any other 2009 couple, which gave us plenty of time to discuss and anticipate the big day. Chris proposed to Lisa atop Fort Greene Park in Brooklyn, so I flew up to New York and had an amazing <a href="http://weddings.justinhankins.com/photograph/lisachrise/1">engagement session</a> around both the park and the Brooklyn Bridge. <a href="/images/photographs/lisachrise/lisachrise1.jpg" rel="lightbox[blog]" title="The Knot - Lisa and Chris">This photo from that session</a> is easily one of my most favourite images I’ve ever created. From <a href="/images/blog/201001/snake.jpg" rel="lightbox[blog]" title="The Knot - Lisa and Chris">taking photos with snakes around our necks</a> to hiding from the rain on wedding day, I had an incredible time with Lisa and Chris, and can’t thank them enough for being so open and enthusiastic about making great images. Big thanks to <a href="http://www.ishafossevents.com/">Isha Foss Events</a> for making everything awesome.</p>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2010 18:16:35 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Best of Wedding Photography 2010</title>
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<p><a href="/images/blog/200912/the-knot-bow.jpg" rel="lightbox"><img src="/images/blog/200912/the-knot-bow.gif" alt="Best of Wedding Photography Justin Hankins" class="inline" /></a></p>
<p>Every year <a href="http://www.theknot.com/">The Knot magazine</a> conducts a <a href="http://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-planning/planning-a-wedding/articles/best-of-weddings-2008.aspx">survey</a> of 21,000+ couples to learn more about their experience with wedding vendors. The editors then compile the data and present the results in their annual “Best of Weddings” magazine. Looks like someone’s been talking behind my back because I just got named a Best of Weddings winner for 2010. <em>Huzzah!</em> In the wedding industry, this is like winning the <em>People’s Choice</em> award – the accolade comes from brides and grooms just like you. And that’s what makes it so special! After all, anybody can grab a camera, call themselves a <em>photographer</em>, and take a great photograph these days. But not everybody can provide an excellent customer experience – especially when dealing with the priceless memories of your wedding. So thank you to everyone who felt compelled to recommend the experience of working with me. I look forward to the new couples who heed your advice! (That said, I only have a handful of 2010 dates remaining, so make sure you <a href="/contact">get in-touch asap</a> if you’re interested!)</p>
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<pubDate>Fri, 25 Dec 2009 04:13:22 GMT</pubDate>
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