The BUZZ with Platinum Photography by Lorenzo

2011-02-16T17:18:00.000-08:00

Check out our new 2011 commercial. We are once again the photography sponsor for the Dream Wedding giveaway. Special thanks to Heavenly Haven Productions.

www.eleganceinbridalshow.com

2011-02-02T13:48:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. We have been out of touch with our BLOG, but we are back. To kick off this new year, we would like to share our latest TV spotlight featured on WTVR Richmond (CBS affiliate), Virginia This Morning. This was our first TV live interview.

2008-11-03T08:52:00.000-08:00

DWIGHT JONES FOR MAYOR PHOTO SHOOT

Hello all. I recently had the opportunity to shoot campaign pictures for Richmond Mayor candidate, Del. Dwight Jones. There were publications sent to City of Richmond residents as well as a commercial. I really enjoyed capturing these images and expanding my boundaries.

I wish Del. Jones the best!!!

PLEASE DON'T FORGET TO VOTE!!!

check out the video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58MHaiFMGLc

2008-10-05T18:00:00.001-07:00

MASTER IAN @ 17 MONTHS

Hello EVERYONE. It has been a while since I put a post on here. I got a lot of images to share with you. I will put them up soon. Until then, please enjoy the layout of my little man IAN. He is growing up really fast. He is COOL AS A CUCUMBER in his suit.

2008-07-15T20:10:00.000-07:00

Martin Lawrence 1st Amendment Stand Up

Hello again. You can now begin to see some of the action shots that I captured during the taping of the show. Remember, I shot all of the pics that were on stage.

You can start with one of my favorites, Rickey Smiley.

You can see the rest of the talent weekly.

2008-07-01T20:43:00.000-07:00

Platinum Photography's New COVER GIRL!!!!

We once again made the cover shot for the fast growing Chocolate Brides Magazine. I am excited about this opportunity. I must say Angelica looks great and she was easy to work with.

2008-05-10T10:16:00.000-07:00

A Match Made on MYSPACE!!!

I worked with Rasheeda & Joshua on yesterday and I really had a ball. These two met over 2 years ago on MYSPACE. This relationship is meant to be. They made my job easy because they look and fit so perfectly together. You will see more of them since Platinum is doing her bridal as well as their wedding.

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2008-04-14T09:00:00.000-07:00

MARTIN LAWRENCE 1ST AMENDMENT STAND UP!!!!

I recently got back from shooting the Martin Lawrence 1st Amendment Stand Up Comedy Show for the STARZ network. I was responsible for shooting all of the comics on stage during the 3 day taping. I hear that the show will air in July. Just be on lookout for all of the ACTION shots for their publicity.

I got to give a BIG SHOUT OUT to Michael Cunningham for allowing me to help him out on this big opportunity.

2008-04-14T08:55:00.000-07:00

IAN TURNS ONE!!!!

Today is IAN'S BIRTHDAY!!!! We had a wonderful weekend full of family, friends, fun, and CAKE!!!! He was really tired after all was said and done. Now he is ready for the 2nd year!!! YAAYYYYYYYY!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BUDDY!!!

2008-03-10T18:36:00.000-07:00

IAN @ 10 months!!!

Ian is growing into a LITTLE MAN!!! We are so proud of him. He thinks he is a BABY GQ model in this set. Grandma dresses him nicely!! :O)

2007-12-23T19:16:00.000-08:00

Ian's First Christmas

Christmas is days away and we are all excited. Ian is now standing and crawling all over the place. He loves to tear paper so I know he is going to have fun opening his gifts for the first time.

Platinum Photography would like to wish all of you a MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

May God bless all of you.

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2007-11-30T09:00:00.000-08:00

Ian Starts Learning the Camera at 7 Months!!!

I am starting Ian early. My father started me with an old Canon AE-1, so I am going to do the same. He started to learn how to respect the camera. RULE #1: DON'T EAT THE LENS!!! :O)

2007-11-17T21:41:00.000-08:00

Angelica & Michael

I had the wonderful opportunity to photograph the engagement session of Angelica & Michael. We had a great time exploring downtown Richmond. They even had Shockoe Slip all to themselves (thanks to the marathon that passed through). This is a beautiful couple and I look forward to capturing their wedding pictures next year.

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2007-10-18T18:01:00.000-07:00

Calling all Seniors!!!!

If you have missed your senior portrait session or simply have not taken your portraits yet, give us a call. We are running a special with NO SITTING FEES.

804-338-4765

2007-10-18T15:14:00.001-07:00

OUR FIRST COVER SHOT!!!

We are so excited that we were able to have the cover shot on the 2nd issue of a New York based magazine...Chocolate Brides. We hope that this is not our last cover. This issue is on newsstands in select markets but you can subscribe to the magazine on their website WWW.CHOCOLATEBRIDESMAGAZINE.COM . Check it out.

THANKS KESHA MONK!!!

2007-10-04T09:22:00.000-07:00

ERICA & CHRIS TIE THE KNOT!!!

I just wanted to share images from the wedding of ERICA & CHRIS. They had a beautiful beach wedding in VA Beach, VA.

2007-09-20T21:36:00.000-07:00

IAN at 5 months

All I have to say that I am very proud of my son. He is developing into a awesome young man. He is growing like a weed. He is starting to feel comfortable in front of the camera.

2007-09-11T10:26:00.000-07:00

Beautiful Bi-Cultural Wedding Celebration

I wanted to share some images from the reception of Sabeen and Chaun. The two got married in Jamaica and came home to celebrate with family and friends. It was an awesome experience laced with Pakistani dishes, Indian dancing, and a down home jazz band (courtesy of Chaun's Dad who is the lead singer). This was my first affair that contained beautiful Henna designs and
hopefully it will not be my last. :O)

Congrats to Sabeen and Chaun!!

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2007-08-29T11:40:00.000-07:00

PLATINUM PHOTOGRAPHY IN BERMUDA!!!!

Hello again. I know it has been a while since my last post. There have been many pictures taken. Recently, I SAILED to the beautiful island of BERMUDA to shoot a wedding. I had the honor of working with Kem & Lawrence. We had a great time all week. I wanted to show just a few images from their wedding.

Platinum Photography is available for DESTINATION WEDDINGS WORLDWIDE. Contact us soon and lets talk about us capturing your wedding images at the beautiful destination of your choice. Ask us about our incentives for taking us with you.

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2007-07-15T22:56:00.000-07:00

SNIFF...SNIFF...SNIFF!!! MOMMY GOES BACK TO WORK!!! :O(

It has been 3 months and my wife's maternity leave is over. Let us wish her many blessings as she returns to work. Let's pray that she can be away from Ian more than 2 hours!! I must say, she looks VERY GOOD!!!

2007-07-06T21:05:00.000-07:00

PLATINUM PHOTOGRAPHY on BET!!!!

Platinum Photography partnered with the new bridal magazine, Chocolate Brides (WWW.CHOCOLATEBRIDES.COM). Chocolate Brides was featured on BET as was on of our pictures. Check out the footage on Youtube.com at :58 seconds. Also, it has been planned to have one of our portraits featured on the cover of an upcoming issue. Be sure to check it out!!

THANKS KESHA MONK!!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVryKwCmPg4 (cut and paste this address)

Check out at :58 seconds

2007-05-25T19:47:00.000-07:00

Platinum Photography Teams Up with WFTH Faith Radio 1590 AM (Richmond, VA)

I had the opportunity to work with one of the oldest Gospel music radio stations in the country...WFTH Faith Radio of Richmond, VA (1590 AM). I grew up listening to this station and they are still going strong. The station recently acquired the talented, Harriet Roberson. Her morning show can be heard daily from 8-9 AM. Everyday there are different topics which include "Money Mondays" and "Wellness Wednesdays". Check out Faith Radio for great Gospel music and inspirational teachings.

WFTH Faith Radio, 1590 AM

2007-05-13T20:31:00.000-07:00

ONE MONTH AND COUNTING!!!!

Ian is now one month old. We are having a ball. Today we had a chance to shoot a few fun shots in the studio. As you can see, we were having a ROARING GOOD TIME!!!!

Thanks to my friend Kevin for stopping by and helping us out.

2007-05-06T08:56:00.000-07:00

PLATINUM PHOTOGRAPHY and MRS. VIRGINIA UNITED STATES 2007

As stated before, Platinum Photography was named to official photographer for the Mrs. VA/MD pagent. I had the honor of photographing the reigning queen, Mrs. Jennifer Phillips. I must say our state will be well represented. Jennifer will be seen thoughout the state from thowing out the first pitch at a Richmond Braves game to speaking to the State Congress. All along she will be sharing her platform of Fibromyalgia Awareness. Let's all wish Jennifer many blessings as she competes for the Mrs. UNITED STATES title in the upcoming months.

Make up was provided by Talitha of Indah Makeup Artistry. (www.indahmakeupartistry.com)

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2007-04-30T09:51:00.000-07:00

Miss. IMARI and Platinum Photography

I would like to introduce Miss. Imari. She is beautiful young lady who is an excellent student, a tremendous basketball player, an accomplished dancer, and a pagent contestant. I had the honor of photographing her headshots and really enjoyed working with her. I would like to wish Miss. Imari much success in her future endeavors.

WATCH OUT RAVEN, HERE COMES IMARI!!!!

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2007-04-24T23:01:00.000-07:00

Platinum Photography and Engagement Portrait Sessions

I wanted to share some pics from a portrait session of Erika and Chris. These two are getting married in September in Va. Beach. They are a beautiful couple and you can tell from the pictures that they are very much in love. I believe that engagement portrait sessions should reflect the attitudes and personalities of the couple. I prefer to shoot them where the couple can interact and be themselves. JUST HAVE FUN AND LET ME DO THE REST!! God bless these two and I look forward to the wedding.

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2007-04-24T22:28:00.000-07:00

Mrs. Virginia and Mrs. Maryland Pagent

Recently, Platinum Photography was named the Official Photographer of the Mrs. Virginia and Mrs. Maryland U.S.A Pagent, the "premier pagent for Married Women". Congrats to Mrs. VA, Jennifer Phillips and to Mrs. MD, Chiquita Battle. Any married woman who meets the eligibility requirements can enter into this pagent...THAT IS AFTER I PHOTOGRAPH YOUR WEDDING!!! :O)

The official website for VA, MD, and Deleware is www.moorepagentproductions.com. The contact person Siouxzan Moore (Pronounced Suzanne), 302-792-2709.

2007-04-22T20:38:00.000-07:00

THE KING IS HERE!!!!!

Joy and I would like to introduce the wonderful addition to our family...Master Ian Lorenzo. Ian was born on April 14 at 11:11 AM. He weighed in at 7lbs 3oz and 20 inches long. He is healthy and doing fine. He also HAS THE LUNGS OF A 12 YEAR OLD!!!!! Joy is recovering remarkably. As for me...I AM TIRED!!!! :O) We believe that God has great things in store for Ian. I am a very proud DADDY!!

2007-03-20T07:34:00.000-07:00

VCU MARCH MADNESS!!!!

Congrats to the hometown favorite VCU Rams for having a great season. They set a school record of 28 wins this year. As you may know, they also beat the powerhouse, DUKE. Eric Maynor's last second heroics will go down in VCU history.

I had the opportunity to shot their last home game of the season vs JMU. It was a great game and I hope to see more of them in the future.

Photographing sports helps me stay up on my reaction/responsive shooting. If I can catch fast moving athletes, I can definately catch the glance that a father gives to his daughter before he walks her down the aisle, the bouquet toss with the SCURRY that follows, or even that special uncle's impersonation of James Brown!! Nothing will get by me!!

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2007-02-26T06:12:00.000-08:00

PLATINUM PHOTOGRAPHY TEAMS UP WITH NICOLE MILLER FOR BRIDAL EVENT

For the second time, we had the opportunity to work with the Nicole Miller Bridal Event in Richmond. This event is open to the prospective bride that is looking for a comtemporary dress for her big day. These dresses are featured in some of the top magazines around the country. Not only can you find a beautiful and unique dress for your wedding, you can find a high profile selection for a night out on the town too.

We had a great time meeting the soon to be brides. There was champagne, cake, flowers, and music. In addition to finding that fabulous dress, brides had the opportunity to view some of our fabulous wedding albums. Some have already set up times to talk more about reserving our services for their weddings.

If you are in the market for a dress, please stop by the Nicole Miller boutique and let Sarah know that I sent you.

Nicole Miller Richmond
Short Pump Town Center
11800 W. Broad St. #2306
Richmond, VA 23233
804-364-8404

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2007-02-25T00:00:00.000-08:00

Platinum Photography features MRS. PLATINUM PHOTOGRAPHY

Today, I had the cherished honor of photographing "the most beautifullest" woman in the world...MY WIFE!!! We are expecting our first child in April. We have a new shooting space and I wanted to christen this area with all of her beauty. With every look at her and the thought of her carrying our son...I fall in love over and over again!!! This is a beautiful time in our lives.

Her flawless make-up was provided by Talithia (www.indahmakeupartistry.com), hair and nails by Melissa Ward and Sylvia Cosby, respectively, at Lisa's House of Beauty (804-644-1460).

Oh, I must add that this picture of us together was taken by the other important woman in my life...MY MOM!!! I guess taking good pictures runs in the family. :O)

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2007-02-16T18:41:00.000-08:00

Platinum Photography enjoys the "SOAK EXPERIENCE"!!!

My wife and I had the pleasure of attending a networking function held at SOAK...a natural bath and body essentials shop. This event was sponsored by Eric Boisseux and Angela Davis (Owner of SOAK in Carytown). We had fun interacting with other business owners and eating lots of food. We even experienced a "hand-acial". This is a relaxing hand washing technique that is very soothing. I was getting my shooting hands ready for the upcoming wedding season!! ;O)

You must try the SOAK EXPERIENCE for yourself. This is a great option for bridal and gift registries. They have all kinds of goodies for men and women. You even create your own fragrances for soaps, massage oils, etc. While you are there, check out the bath bombs and the KAKE!! Tell Angela that I sent you.

3031 W. Cary Street
Richmond, VA 23221
(804) 353-0553

www.gosoak.com

2007-01-26T21:22:00.000-08:00

JOE BUISSINK & MARCUS BELL GIVES PLATINUM PHOTOGRAPHY THE THUMBS UP!!!

I had the great privilege to attend a seminar in Baltimore, MD led by celebrity wedding photographer Joe Buissink and Marcus Bell, one of Australia's leading wedding photographers. Both gave compelling presentations that energized me and helped me focus on the coming wedding season. Both had the chance to view one of my beautiful albums and the consensus was... "TWO THUMBS UP"!!

Joe has photographed some of the biggest names in Hollywood. His A-List includes Jennifer Lopez, Christina Aguilera, Stephen Speilberg, and Kelsey Grammer to name a few. After seeing one of my "local celebrities", there is no denying that Platinum Photography is on its way to the top.

The song says, "You don't have to be a STAR, Baby... To be in my show." Well I like to say, "You don't have to be a STAR...to be in my wedding album!!!" I will still treat you as if you had your name immortalized on Hollywood Blvd!! :O)

Come and see for yourself.

Lorenzo

www.platinumphotographs.com

2007-01-23T07:40:00.000-08:00

IT'S OFFICIAL!!! PLATINUM PHOTOGRAPHY BY LORENZO IS NOW FULL-TIME!!!

Hello everyone. After many years of capturing beautiful imagery on a part-time basis, Platinum Photography by Lorenzo is now a full time business...PRAISE THE LORD!!!!

We are now located in Richmond, VA. We kicked off this momentous occasion by displaying at the Richmond Bridal Showcase on January 7, 2007. Teaming with Talithia and Ebony of Indah Makeup Artistry (www.indahmakeupartistry.com), our "coming out party" was something to remember.

We are off to a great start. Already, we have Bermuda and Puerto Rico weddings on the calendar!!!

I will keep all of you posted on our progress.

God bless all of you.

From Lorenzo and Joynita