Tuesday
9
April 2013
The entire boudoir shoot of Lisa including video footage is featured on my educational web site, the Ice Society in Chapter 62 and 63.
Monday
8
April 2013
So here it is…some of the best highlights of videos featured in 2012 on my educational web site for photographers, the Ice Society. The videos represent only a fraction of what you can expect each month as a member of the Ice Society. There are now 64 chapters in the library. You may try a chapter for free or join for year for $100 off using promo code: icesale or use our pay monthly option (promo code doesn’t apply). http://icesociety.com/plans Some of the footage was filmed when I was shooting with Canon, but I have been shooting exclusively with the Nikon system since July 2011. Enjoy! Huge thanks to Triple Scoop Music for the music featured on the video.
Friday
18
January 2013
I can’t believe it’s been 5 years of the Ice Society! I remember my dream since it inception and to see the Ice Society as strong as ever after 5 years is truly rewarding.
For those of you don’t know, the Ice Society is a subscription-based photography educational website dedicated to empowering fellow professionals and enthusiasts to take their photography and business to new heights. A new chapter is added every month with all new material. You can access all past, present and future chapters for twelve full months for the all new price of $299 per year. Save $65. We are happy to announce that we now offer a $30 monthly payment option for a commitment for 12 months. As of January 2013 there are 61 chapters.
To celebrate the 5 year birthday of the Ice Society, I am pleased to offer everyone a special membership fee of $199 (a $100 savings!). Simply use this promo code: icesale . Join now! But this special will only be available until the end of January. Your membership will not only include all 61 chapters that are currently in the library, but the next 12 chapters that we release.
If you would like to explore the Ice Society before signing up for a full membership, you can now enjoy chapter 61 for FREE! Once you’ve had a taste of what the Ice Society offers, become a full member and enjoy all of the benefits of a full membership.
Wednesday
16
January 2013
If you were to ask me today (January 2013) what my own favorite photograph is, I would tell you that it is was the image featured below. It represents everything I love in a photograph: beauty, symmetry, strong composition, rich tones, beautiful lighting, symbolism, etc. This image was created at a real wedding, the wedding of John and Monika in December 2011. The image is a metaphor of an angel sleeping on a cloud at the pearly gates. There are strong symbols and triangles that are recognizable and consciously or sub consciously pleasing to the eye, namely the omega sign and the keyhole shape. When you have been shooting for as long as I have, you sometimes wonder if your best shots are behind you. This photo reminds me that the elusive iconic “wow” photo that all photographers strive for is worth fighting for. My best photo is in my future, but for now this will do.
Camera: Nikon D3
Lens: 14-24mm f2.8
Focal Length: 14mm
Shutter Speed: 1/125 sec
Aperture: f3.5
ISO: 640
White Balance: Daylight
Light Source: Window and Ambient Light
Play the following video for the “behind the scenes” making of this image.
The complete video of this wedding will be featured in upcoming chapters of my educational web site, the Ice Society.
23 comments on “Angel” – The making of the favorite photo of my career.
Absolutely wonderful image Jerry- no doubt you have given this bride and indeed any children & grandchildren she may have in future a permanent reminder of how beautiful & elegant she looked. A priceless, timeless, treasure for generations!
Glad I met you briefly last week! 
Breathtaking image.
Jerry,
Another masterpiece from a true master. One day I hope to have a “wow” image in my portfolio to admire.
Congrats.
As usual from Melissa and Jerry.You guys are wonderful.I was watching it several times and I love the way you work as a family,I love your art and you are amazing on that.Again it is a master piece from masters.Keep it up guys.You are the greatest !!!
Wow, what a stunning photo!
As always it’s so fun to watch you (and hear you) and of course amazing Melissa’s always got your back! I just love that because we all know just how true that is!
xoxo to you both!!
Epic! Thanks for sharing the behind the scenes video! I can imagine the excitement you felt when you put her lying there and saw this awesome shot coming!
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Well done Jerry! Hope to see more works coming from you. Cheers
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Amazing image. It was interesting to watch you work in “making of”!
This image is gorgeous!
This is fabulous! Looks like it’s taken straight out of a fairy tale. Really well done Jerry!
amazing image, great lighting!
Absolutely stunning image, worthy of a vogue cover… thanks for sharing.
Ken In Ireland
truely amazing. sysmmetry checked. Emotion/feel checked. love it to the max.
Hi Jerry, Never exposed myself into photography, but right now, I am more excited to have a camera my own after seeing the video of one of your seminar/lecture, It is really fun and fantastic,exciting, very interesting and etc.. to get involve into photography and I am so thankful and happy to watch the video on youtube 
now I know the other side of me in the future. The photo is pretty amazing and very very inspiring
Amazing photograph Jerry (as always). No surprise at all when it won at this years SWPP conference.
Amazing image ! spectacular..
Tus trabajos me fascinan. Eres un referente, inalcanzable pero me inspiro en tus trabajos. Un saludo
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Very cool!
My wife said “wow, what a dress” – I said “wow, what great composition”…. Great drama, this could be the cover of a book.
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Monday
26
November 2012
37 comments on The Wedding of Ken and Angela
Amazing photos!!! Specially last shot. I look forward to seeing you on December 5 online in Russia.
Your work is simply fantastic as always!
but I’ve noticed a little strange effects, may be the compression? it’s like the photos are converted to lower bit depth. look for example at Lydia’s picture…
Alessandro
Once again you weave your magic especially with the last shot of the day. A little envious shooting in Florence is an understatement.
As usual Jerry, after looking at your photos all I can say is “Gorgeous”, just “Gorgeous!”
These images are so beautiful. They captured the intamacy and love from the day perfectly!
Absolutely stunning images as always. The way you orchestrate such beautiful and intimate moments is just so inspirational. Magical images that will be looked back on for years and years.
Wow…great work and helps me everytime I see what you create!
Simply Amazing!! You are my best photographer Jerry!!
The shots with the girl are unbelievable Haha. You have a ‘love’ cookie ?
Gorgeous. Particularly love the last shot of the day, such warmth. RD
once again, you manage to make it all look so effortless and uber intimate!
Thank you for the inspiration and Congrats to the couple!
Incredible photos, once again admire your creativity Jerry.
perfection and inspiring!
i love the fluidity of the fabric in all of your photos. they have such a surreal fairy-tale look. beautiful photos!
Great images and what a stunning backdrop Florence is. Talk about architectural eye candy.
Beautiful moments! Chapeau!
Gorgeous!
as always! Jerry Ghionis the Master Photographer. all images are great!
You are in a league of your own.
These are beautiful! So talented!
Wow! These images are unreal. Beautiful work!
Breathtaking photos. My hat off to you as always …
Amazing pictures, have you ever shot an indian wedding? wanna see your indian wedding pictures.
Love this city and your photography
amazing set. love the place. love the photos.
I would love to swim in the waters of creativity that you are in. Amazing.
Lovely. That last shot of the day is amazing.
Exquisite light and lovely natural moments captured Jerry – great work!
I actually desired to present this particular blog post, “Jerry Ghionis Blog” along with my best pals on facebook or twitter.
Ionly just desired to distributed your terrific writing!
With thanks, Jacqueline
Wow, amazing wedding. Love all the pictures. 
Jerry,
You are truly an artist! I just love how your images are moving and alive. You are inspiration to me.
Yair
This work is awe-inspiring!! These images are forever going to stand the test of time!!
The last image is so gorgeous …
Fantastic work and presentation. Your storytelling style of wedding photography is captivating!
You are truly an amazing artist. I have attended 2 of your workshops in California and I’m looking forward to the 3rd, 4th, and 5th. Thanks for inspiring!
The last photograph is a killer. An Florence must be one of the best venues foe a wedding.
The last photo reminded me great art like “The Last Super”…. The magazine cover shot image is also terrific – that little girl will love it when she grows up.
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Tuesday
26
June 2012
No words, just watch!
27 comments on E.T. The Sequel
LOL! You are insane! “Phone home, baby!”
That’s hilarious guys! Thx for sharing.
You two crack me up!! great observation about the shadow looking like ET!!! too funny!
You guys are the cutest! Always the seeker of light + shadow Jerry….
Much love + take care!
She does look like E.T. that’s hilarious. Jerry really enjoyed your new videos on Kelby Training, I learned a ton. Can’t wait for more sure wish you could do a program for Creative Live in Seattle, I know it would be awesome.
That’s so fun!!!
Do we see a bikes theme starting here?
Really liked this website
Amit Sharma
Photographer at Indian Institute of Photography
Oh My!!! This is hilarious!
Thanks for the joyride!
Miss you guys!! I LOVE how you enjoy life. You are in my head everyday since the workshop !! xoxo
good job guys! we all should take time to have fun!!! nice video
Crack me up! Jerry I thought you were going to say…
“Doesn’t Melissa look like Snow White?” since you started off saying that you had just finished watching Snow White and the Huntsmen.
But then you came out with ET, and the funniest thing is that her shadow ( only her shadow) did look like ET.
Just your average ET-inspired post movie bike ride, too funny!
You forgot “bike rider extraordinaire” in your about me section. LOL
Nice Shot baby…
Yo!! Hi there Jerry from the heatwaves of Dubai. I am completely loving life here and wish for you to come do a Master Class with us budding bloggers & writers & photographers and general all-round creatives. Holla back x
I love you guys. This is hilarious.
Haha love it Those bikes are awesome!
that good ! jajaja
Awesome story telling! I love your work!
Looking forward to more weddings
Funny Guys, just worrying about your safety though, as your flashing rear light is covered. I have been riding bikes for 30years now 48, love your work, and tutes. Carl Melbourne
Classic! where’s the moon!
HaHa! First time visiting your website, thought I’d have a mooch through some gorgeous wedding images – found this and discovered you’re both as mad as I am lol! Love it – thanks for making me laugh ;D
That’s really funny. Good film recommendation too, I may watch it later.
thanks
Gareth
beautiful pictures, very nice story and how the bills!
… you really should have put a shopping basket on the front
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Saturday
2
June 2012
9 comments on One of our favourite things to do…
Hey Jerry. If those were “gangsta” bikes as you call them, they would have gold hub and spokes, a chain for the handle bar, banana seat, oh and, polished gold mud guards. Check this one out. I see an upgrade in your future. http://www.bicyclefriends.com/2011/02/gangsta-lowrider.html
While in beverly hills, go have dinner at Mr. Chows on North Camden Drive. The food is deeelish.
Jeff
This actually made me want to go ride my bike. I wish I could get my wife to ride too. She’s has terrible balance and is always worried she’s going to crash. Of course, now she’s pregnant so it’s definitely off limits for her. Haha! Thanks for letting us peek into your life.
Love how Mrs G nearly crashes! lol….
Where is the rims for the gagsta bikes? lol
Does Melissa mind when you call her “Melisser”? haha. Accents do the same to my name. =)
You two are such a fun couple! Loved the video.
You guys would be in trouble if you were in NZ as we have to wear helmets now its the law. This month the cops are really looking out for the people not wearing them and fining them big bucks. I hope you had a great breakfast.
Really Love you artwork….
… you are so lucky to have good weather – for taking gorgeous photos in AND riding bikes – try living in London
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Jerry! You said once at B&H webinar “have you ever seen a gorgeous model in bad light?” I think i can honestly say you have never photographed a gorgeous model in bad light! Staying true to form! Keep moving the bar upwards Jerry because you are where we want to be one day!
…keep it in focus…
Peter J Dylag
Jerry like wow man the lighting and the model look fantastic, you really are the master of light, love your work always been a big fan.
Inspires me to work harder, thanks man.
Awesome! Her complexion is perfect. And the light is heavenly. You are very inspiring. I wish I knew you had an office right across the road when I worked in 7 Melbourne. I might have made a pest of myself!
You are the master of light … My favorite photographer and Inspires me to work harder too . Love your work !
I saw your presentation at your booth for your ice light at Imaging USA Atlanta. Did you use your ice light in these images? Beautiful work as always!
Jerry! These are amazing boudoir photographs!!!
Hi Jerry
Just wanted to say these pictures are stunning and I am still watching the B&H webinar, probably the 15th time now trying to take in all your tips. Thanks
Your photos are really awesome Jerry. It’s make me inspire you more. Thanks for sharing this beautiful photos.
What a great colours and so smooth and nice light on model! You always giving inspiration! Thank you!
You are a class act Jerry!
Some wonderfully finished photos here. For lighting and posing your work is inspirational. Thank you for sharing a lifetime of photographic experience with others.
Awesome blog! Is your theme custom made or did you download it from somewhere?
A design like yours with a few simple adjustements would really make my blog jump out.
Please let me know where you got your design. Many thanks
beautiful images, stunning work!