Jana Todd's Excellence in Photography L.L.C.

2012-02-09T16:55:00.001-08:00

I have been employed by Jerry Wilkaitis, owner of Wilkaitis Photography for the past six years. Jerry has decided to retire. He will complete any weddings already booked for 2012, but any

new weddings he will refer to me at Excellence in Photography.

Best wishes Jerry as you begin your retirement. It has been a pleasure working for you.

Thank you for the confidence you showed in me and the flexibility you gave me that allowed my

skills and creativity to grow over the years. The experience working for you throughout the St Louis and St Charles area has been invaluable.

Good Luck and enjoy that golf course!

2012-01-22T20:37:00.000-08:00

Images from the Nick Nixon concert at The Belle Starr Theatre can be viewed in the proof gallery. Simply key in Nixon to view them.

Thanks to Loretta Parks for asking me to photograph the concert at The Belle Starr. It was an enjoyable evening. It was good to see the Belle packed!

2012-01-21T20:51:00.001-08:00

2012-01-18T18:05:00.002-08:00

Fashion Show Washington Bridal Extravaganza

Lots of new colors, new styles for the 2012 Wedding Season. The Washington Bridal Extravaganza was a huge success this year. This was the best attended show I have seen in the five years I have been present there. Looking forward to doing it again next year!

2012-01-18T18:05:00.001-08:00

Best wishes to you Jake and good luck with your plans after graduation. I enjoyed the afternoon at the Schulze farm!

2012-01-18T18:03:00.000-08:00

2012-01-05T18:06:00.000-08:00

Washington Bridal Extravaganza

Stop by the Washington Bridal Extravaganza on Sunday, January 15th. It is located at the Elk's Lodge on 5th Street. It features two fashion shows, lots of give aways for prospective brides and lots of vendors with new and exciting products for your wedding. Stop by our booth Excellence in Photography and see what's new in wedding photography this year!

2012-01-04T19:16:00.000-08:00

Please click to enlarge image for pricing and details.

2011-10-26T21:37:00.001-07:00

2011-10-05T18:18:00.000-07:00

2011-09-28T19:27:00.000-07:00

I had the pleasure of photographing the Kopman and Davis wedding Saturday the 24th. It was a country wedding in an outdoors setting with terrific weather. Guests were seated on hay bales. The wedding party travelled from the ceremony location to the reception on a old fashioned hay ride. Best wishes to the new couple! Jana

Jennifer and Matt

2011-09-27T19:03:00.000-07:00

I first met Jennifer and Matt a couple of years ago when I photographed their wedding. I was happy to hear they are now expecting their first child. Wishing Jennifer and Matt all the best with the birth of their first. Best wishes to all three of you! Jana

2011-09-24T08:19:00.000-07:00

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2011-08-14T18:23:00.000-07:00

I had the pleasure of meeting Keesha last week for a Senior Photo shoot! Best wishes Keesha in your last year of High School and in your future plans after WHS.

2011-08-11T05:14:00.001-07:00

Thursday, August 11, 2011

I first met Lindsey and Josh last year about this time. We had an engagement session around Washington, MO on probably the hottest day of the year. Saturday the 6th, Lindsey and Josh were married on a verrry hot day. The weather did not hamper their joy on their big day. They and their friends and family were a joy to work with. Thank you all for making my job one that I love! Best wishes to Lindsey and Josh in your new life together. Lindsay and Josh's images may be viewed on line on my website www.excellenceinphoto.com.. Go to "view proofs" then type in groom's last name, all lower case. Additional second photographer photos will be loaded on the site later this week.

2011-07-10T20:26:00.000-07:00

Mary and Woody

Mary and Woody's complete images from their wedding will be found at

http://janat.printroom.com/studio_homepage.asp?domain_name=janat

after July 15. Here is a sampling of a few of the images.

Thank you Mary and Woody for allowing me to share in your special day. Best wishes to you both in your married life.

2011-07-05T21:14:00.000-07:00

Jana Todd's Excellence In Photography All edited photos of the 2011 Warren County Fair Queen Contest can be viewed at http://janat.printroom.com/studio_homepage.asp?domain_name=janat All Queen Contestants will receive one complimentary 5 by 7. That can be picked up at The Warren County Record after July 15th.

2011-07-02T21:22:00.001-07:00

2011-06-29T17:56:00.001-07:00

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

I had an enjoyable time photographing the Hachtel family. This couple has reached the 50 year anniversary milestone. Three Children and several Grandchildren later, they are truly blessed. Thank you Hachtel's for allowing me to photograph your family. God Bless. The entire collection of images can be seen at

http://janat.printroom.com/studio_homepage.asp?domain_name=janat

Click on the orange gallery tab and scroll down to Hachtel.

2011-06-19T18:31:00.000-07:00

Amanda and Danny Williams wedding photos can be viewed on line at

http://janat.printroom.com/studio_homepage.asp?domain_name=janat

Click on the galleries tab and scroll down to Danny and Amanda Williams.

2011-06-16T18:47:00.000-07:00

2011-06-09T05:26:00.000-07:00

Had a great time with the Jordan family at their family photo shoot. Their proofs can be seen on line at http://janat.printroom.com/studio_homepage.asp?domain_name=janat

Click on the orange gallery tab and scroll down to their session.

2011-06-06T21:38:00.001-07:00

2011-05-27T19:28:00.001-07:00

I knew Krissy and Paul were avid Cardinals fans from the first time I met them. Having the good fortune to be able to do their engagement photos at Busch Stadium really complimented the couples personalities. Their luck held out again when on their wedding day there was a 90 percent chance of rain. Krissy wanted an outside wedding. The lucky couple got their wish and they had a beautiful sunny day all day long! Thank you Krissy and Paul for the opportunity to serve you on your special day. Krissy and Paul's photos can be viewed on line at

http://janat.printroom.com/studio_homepage.asp?domain_name=janat

Click on the Gallery tab in the upper left hand corner and scroll down to Krissy and Paul.

2011-05-03T15:42:00.001-07:00

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Julie and Jeff April 30, 2011

I photographed a special wedding that I would like to share some of the details. I first met Julie almost two years ago. It was at that time, my cousin Bill and his family came to visit my family on the Fourth of July. Bill brought with the family, his son Jeff's girlfriend, Julie. After spending some memorable time with my family, I could see that Julie was a very special girl. She and Jeff had a special chemistry that was a perfect blend of their two personalities. I told Bill that if Jeff and Julie ever became a Mr. and Mrs McMackins, let me know and I would love to photograph their wedding for them. A year later I got a phone call from Bill saying that the date was set, would I still be interested in photographing the wedding? My response was "Absolutely, it would be an honor!"

I spoke with Bill several other times after that phone call. Bill was so good about picking up the phone and just asking, "how are you doing?." What I did not know was that I would never see Bill again. He died unexpectedly this past Christmas. We travelled to Minneapolis for the funeral. I was overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from the community. Bill had touched so many lives as a Professor, Paramedic, Father, Husband and Friend. It was truly a sad time.

I returned to Minneapolis this past weekend to photograph Jeff and Julie's wedding. This visit was a happy one, that I will appreciate the memories from for a lifetime.
Posted are a few of the photos from the wedding. The rest will be posted on my website later this week. To go directly to the proof site you can google the following address:
http://janat.printroom.com/studio_homepage.asp?domain_name=janat
Click on the orange gallery tab and scroll down to Jeff and Julie.

Thank you Jeff and Julie for allowing me the opportunity to share in your special day. Thank you for your kindness and thank you for the memories.
Jana

2011-03-19T22:29:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Amy and Alan Cope on their recent wedding.

2011-01-16T15:37:00.000-08:00

Thanks to all that stopped off at the Excellence in Photography Booth today at the Washington Bridal Extravaganza! We had a large crowd, a great fashion show and lots of new ideas for weddings in 2011.

Washington Bridal Extravaganza

2011-01-05T17:32:00.001-08:00

Join Us on Sunday, January 16th at the Washington Bridal Extravaganza. The event is being held at the Washington Elks Hall, 1459 West Fifth Street, Washington, MO. Doors open at 10:30 AM. Weddding Fashion Show begins at 1:00 and 2:00. Over $3,000 in gifts and prizes will be given to registered Brides. (Must be present to win) Best news of all........Admission is FREE! Stop in and see us!

Jana Todd's Excellence in Photography L.L.C.

Saturday, January 21, 2012

Fashion Show Washington Bridal Extravaganza

Wednesday, January 18, 2012

Senior Photos

Washington Bridal Extravaganza

Wednesday, October 26, 2011

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Jennifer and Matt

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

Thursday, August 11, 2011

Jana Todd's Excellence in Photography L.L.C.

Saturday, July 2, 2011

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Thursday, June 16, 2011

Jana Todd's Excellence in Photography L.L.C.

Monday, June 6, 2011

A Sizzlin Hot Wedding at Cedar Lake Cellars

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Julie and Jeff April 30, 2011

Washington Bridal Extravaganza