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When the Image is Everything

Welcome to the studio’s online presence.  We invite you to to take this opportunity to get to know a little more about Behm Photographics, who we are and what we’re about.  Feel free, as well, to visit our galleries at Wedding Gallery or Portraits

See links to more of our work under the Pages heading.

The studio was started in New Wilmington, PA in 1984 with an emphasis on technical expertise and creative images for many different uses, including many advertisers from the area as well as weddings, portraits and high school seniors, corporate and theatrical head shots, musicians and many other types of photography.

  
It’s obvious, if you’ve looked around, that you have many photographers in the area from which to choose. A fact that you may find interesting is this: three of the studios in this region are actually my former assistants or students. 

 
Among the things that make Behm Photographics special is our ability to create storytelling photography coupled with imaginative imagery made with exacting attention to detail after  years of study.  It is for these reasons that such clients as Wendell August Forge, Dallas Hartman, Werner Ladders, Korbel Champaign, Gorant Candies and many others have come to us for their commercial photography.  This work has taken us all over the world. 

Why should this matter to you - a bride or family seeking a photographer?

Because it is this very attention to detail that we bring to your needs, and that makes us so desirable for important social events like weddings that we have been the wedding photographers for events from Edinburgh, Scotland to Texas, Connecticut, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Maryland.   We routinely serve the Cleveland - Warren - Youngstown to Butler - Pittsburgh markets and everything in between.  Excellent photography is our hallmark.

Quite literally, to paraphrase “Paladin”, an old TV show, “Have Camera, Will Travel”.

About the Photographer

I grew up in a family of gifted artists working in the more traditional media - painting, pottery, sculpting - for which I never demonstrated much talent.  Pursuing music as an early career, I was exposed to the magic of stage lighting and how light can attract or repel the eye of the viewer.  In there somewhere, I also discovered the hobby of photography.

What started as a hobby became an obsession, changing my career and the course of  what I’d thought my life would become.  Now, as a professional photographer for the past 25 years, the creation of images for the use of others is a part of everyday life. 

My clients run the gamut from local brides and portraits to international weddings in Europe;  advertising photography for Anderson Coach & Tour to Snark Sailboats to Joy Cones; from Subway Sandwiches to Universal Rundle to Zambelli Fireworks.  The work has taken me throughout North America as well as the United Kingdom and has been published in TIME, Cheers, Appalachia, Pittsburgh Magazine, and Wedding Flowers International.

While paid commissions have been able to feed the creative passion,
work for my own satisfaction had been given little attention until
recently.  That’s when a friend and gallery curator asked to see some
of the personal images, leading to shows in Sharon, PA., Warren, OH.,
Monmouth, IL., and Burlington, VT.

Out of this additional direction has come a new and rewarding aspect to
my career: teacher.  While it’s always been part of my practice to take
on college interns and pass along photographic techniques, this
association with galleries has lead to teaching assignments in both
Pennsylvania and Ohio.

Jeff Behm, Photographer

Jeff Behm Photography

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Facebook Ready Photos from Behm Photographics

September 2, 2010 Posted in Portraits, Uncategorized, Weddings

Let’s face it, Facebook is the new family album, so if you have your family, wedding or any other important subject professionally photographed,  wanting to show the results online is only natural.   Wanting them to show well online is also extremely important.  Ask about Facebook photos, next time you’re in.

025Serving New Castle, New Wilmington, Sharon, Mercer, Grove City, Ellwood City, Butler, Lawrence and Mercer Counties and the western Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio region for 26 years, Behm Photographics.  Call 724-730-8513 or email jrbehm@studiob-productions.com.

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A Day with the Art Institute of Pittsburgh

August 29, 2010 Posted in Portraits, Uncategorized

Friday was show-time here at Behm Photographics!  As part of their online photography teaching program, two great guys, Mike and Dave from the Art Institute spent virtually all day in the studio, video taping what goes on.

Many, many thanks go out to friend Michelle who graciously agreed to be the victim… er…uhm, volunteer client for several hours of simultaneous filming, both by me shooting her portrait, and by Mike and Dave, shooting me shooting Michelle.  Can ya follow that OK?

Untold hours of digital video were created, and I have no idea what will get used.  Meanwhile here are some shots from the day’s events.

First we have Mike, who coordinated with me, over the several months this was in the planning stages.  Phone calls, emails, contacts with others at the AIP all fell to Mike.  Dave handled the actual video production of the sessions, with fine attention to detail, as is necessary to do what these guys do.  Both had boundless energy and great sense of humor.  Probably their most valuable assets as they produce these tapes.

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Mike seems to have been concentrating on something else as he sat in my photo set when I decided to do a lighting test.  Surprise!  On the other hand, Dave is sitting in the exact same spot, a bit later in the day.  He’d been standing just out of my camera’s frame, behind Michelle filming me shooting her.  Suddenly he asked if he could trade places with Michelle so he could shoot directly into me, seeing what the client sees.  If you look, Michelle is just behind him, where I asked her to stand.  Dave wouldn’t be able to interact with me as he filmed, an interaction which helps me stay connected.  Therefore, Michelle, just over his shoulder is continuing to do be the “subject”, so to speak.

And Michelle, who had no idea what she was getting into, was terrific.  Why did she have no idea?  Because neither did I.  I just knew they wanted a volunteer to be a client in a sales setting.  Little did we know Michelle would also be a photographic subject, but she did great!  Even when I grabbed a burgundy sheet and fastened it around her with a clip in the back to hold it.  She was very cool about it all.Michelle group

So thank you, thank you to the Art Institute of Pittsburgh, for thinking I might have something to contribute to this wonderful blend of art, science and business, and special thanks to Mike and Dave (hope you got a chance to check out North Country Brewing on your way home) and a very special thank you to Michelle for being such a great sport!

Behm Photographics is located in New Wilmington, PA,  but has traveled the world in pursuit of outstanding photographs.  Like most studios, we traditionally serve the people in the communities nearest us – New Castle, Ellwood City, Butler, Grove City, Slippery Rock, Mercer, Sharon, Greenville and the rest of Lawrence Butler and Mercer Counties.  Still, for 26 years, photographic work has taken us from Houston, TX., to Stamford CT., to Edinburgh, Scotland and all Canada and the United States.  Call 724-730-8513 or email info@behmphoto.com to learn more.

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Newborns, Babies and Children’s Portraits

August 28, 2010 Posted in Portraits

Since we photograph a number of weddings here at Behm Photographics, it’s only logical that there might eventually be some babies, as well.  It’s gratifying, and an honor to be asked by wedding couples to continue their record of family life as the chosen photographer for their children.  As important as we all know a wedding is, there is nothing compares to our children.

At Behm Photographics, we understand that parents are naturally very protective, especially of newborns, so great care is taken to keep babies warm and comfortable.  Personally, I’m fond of natural window light for newborns when at all possible.  It’s one of the great benefits of the building in which we’re located – great window light!   You can see those banks of windows as you drive by 202 W Neshannock Avenue in New Wilmington, any time.
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When window light is not available, we are a just as careful with artificial light.  Our sole intent is a beautiful portrait of this newest miracle in your life.
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Stop in from 10-6 Monday through Friday, or make an appointment to see us anytime, or on a Saturday (if we’re not shooting a wedding, of course).  Serving New Castle, New Wilmington, Sharon Mercer, Grove City, Ellwood City, Butler, Lawrence and Mercer Counties and the western Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio region for 26 years, Behm Photographics.  Call 724-730-8513 or email jrbehm@studiob-productions.com.

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Kelin and JR: The Model and the GI, Revisited

August 25, 2010 Posted in Weddings

Perhaps you recall Kelin and Jon’s black and white engagement portrait earlier this year in ‘The Model and the GI”.  In addition to being a radio and TV personality around western PA and eastern Ohio, Kelin has also been one of my favorite and most consistent advertising models until she moved to Georgia, and met Jon.

You may also recall from that earlier post, that Jon was on active duty overseas, and we are all grateful for his safe return.

This past weekend was their wedding, and what a wedding it was!  It may have been hot and humid, it may even have rained just as we were ready to go to Boardman Park for portraits, but everyone remained cool, calm and comfortable all day long.  Assistant Shelley G and I were made to feel so welcomed, we were like family.  Everywhere we looked, people were just plain having a wonderful time!

A few samples from their wedding day, starting at Good Hope Lutheran Church in Boardman, OH., then on to Boardman Park, and finally, to The Georgetown for a fabulous party and dinner.

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As always, Behm Photographics loves serving the photography needs of the greater western Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio region.  We are local to Mercer, New Wilmington, Sharon, New Castle, Grove City, Ellwood City, Hermitage, Slippery Rock and happily serve Westminster, Grove City, Slippery Rock and Thiel colleges among many others.  We are frequently in Pittsburgh and Cleveland for weddings and other photography, and will be pleased to assist you by answering any questions you may have about photography or our services.  Call 724-730-8513 or email jrbehm@studiob-productions.com.  We look forward to serving you.

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Christie and Mark: Out on the lawn

August 10, 2010 Posted in Weddings

Saturday afternoon, August 7th was our first cool weekend in two weeks (it barely broke 80F after being nearer 95 and humid two days before) and what a break it was for Christie and Mark and their families, as they celebrated their wedding day on the lawn at Christie’s grandparent’s beautiful home.  Everything was as perfect as one could ask for.

Apples, candies, color, fun and love seemed to be the theme for the day.  Lots and lots of love!

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A few thoughts on some of our weddings

August 7, 2010 Posted in Weddings

It’s the wedding season, fully upon us now, and mostly we’ve been lucky with the weather.  Erik and Mel couldn’t have asked for better at their beautiful outdoor reception at the Botanical Gardens.
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Danika and Joe are in town this weekend for Christie and Mark’s wedding.  That made me think of this lovely dance at D&J’s reception at the New Castle Country Club, as Danika’s mother looks on.

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Colleen and TJ also had a gorgeous wedding reception, where it was obvious they have danced together a lot.

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Just like always, these are weddings we have shot for couples from all over the area.  Behm Photographics may be located in the Mahoning and Shenango Valley region, but we have traveled half way around the world for wedding photography.  While primarily serving  New Castle, Mercer, Sharon, Grove City and New Wilmington, we regularly also serve brides from Cleveland to Pittsburgh and beyond.

For your wedding, pick Behm Photographics, where your image is everything, and always has been.

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Wedding Photography and Communication

July 16, 2010 Posted in Weddings

One of the aspects of wedding photography that I take very seriously is communication.  Let’s face it, as a couple is getting married, everything surrounding that event, that moment, is charged with emotions.  Some are overwhelming, as the meaning of this day comes flooding in; some are incredibly joyous, others so funny you can hardly contain yourself.  Some are sad.  This is as it should be, for a wedding truly is a big deal, second only to our children in importance.

My job is to give those moments life beyond the day; communication and remembrance of this one moment in time – for the future.  Below are a few such moments from couples I’ve been fortunate enough to photograph.  I love what I do.

The tenderness evident between this couple.

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The look on her face after the ceremony.

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The respect the wedding party and families are showing during this first dance.

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And the overwhelming emotion of this father.

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We’re located in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania and serve the local communities of Lawrence and Mercer Counties, including Sharon, Hermitage, Mercer, Grove City, New Castle and Ellwood City.  On the larger stage, we also serve Cleveland and Pittsburgh on a regular basis, as well as travel to weddings in places like Houston, TX., Stamford, CT., and Edinburgh, Scotland.  We’d love to serve your needs, too.  Call us at 724-730-8513 or email info@behmphoto.com.

We look forward to speaking with you soon.  Now taking reservations for 2011 and 2012.

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Jacob and Ashley : A Portrait in Black and White

July 14, 2010 Posted in Weddings

The beautiful, almost porcelain doll complexion with which Ashley is blessed is a pure joy for a photographer, especially in my favorite medium, black and white photography.  You’ll see what I mean, below.  We had such a wonderful time at their wedding, and now that their album is ready for them, we look forward to seeing them again soon.

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Lisa and Michael: a California Couple

July 10, 2010 Posted in Weddings

Busy people!  Lisa and Michael are doctors, married and parents;  it must seem as if it was all in one mighty rush!!!  Living in California and as busy as one could imagine, we’re so pleased they made time when visiting over this past spring to sit down with us and start their album order.  Designing the album to their approval was recently completed so we could go into production of their beautiful Tuscany album, which was delivered last week.  A few of their images follow:

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Carly and Troy: Warm Hearts, Even When Hands are Cold

July 7, 2010 Posted in Weddings

A very loving couple, Carla and Troy’s wedding day turned out to be rainy and cold, but no worries.  A little planning was all that was required to be certain we had a decent background for photos in a room right next to the Chapel at Westminster College in New Wilmington, PA.

The advantage to you in selecting an experienced wedding photographer is that we have the knowledge and tools to deal with setbacks like less than perfect weather or the many other surprises that can occur during such a long and busy day.  So what did we do?  Carla selected a background and we build a mini studio right there, adjacent to the Chapel.  That means that Carla’s wish that Troy not see the gown was never in jeopardy either, because the mini studio was just where she and the girls were getting ready.  Many years and nearly 500 weddings of experience are at your disposal when you choose Behm Photographics and Jeff Behm.

After the ceremony and formal portraits at Westminster Chapel, we moved to the New Englander in New Castle, PA., for a reception surrounded by family and friends who obviously love them.

Jennifer, Carla’s sister and Matron of Honor, had been one of our brides, too.  So it was a wonderful reunion for us, as well.
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