Come On In and Stay A While

Welcome to the blog of Staja Studios. We are STAcey and JAson Thon, the dynamic duo (self proclaimed) behind Staja Studios! This blog serves as our way to keep in touch with everyone we know, like, and love. We thought it would be a fun way for people who know us to keep up with what is going on in our lives and studio, and a wonderful way for those of you who may have just met us to learn more about who we are.
We would like to bring together our professional and personal lives. You can expect to see pictures from our latest weddings, engagement shoots, portraits, etc. As well as some personal, fine art, family pics, and other projects. In addition, we will be sharing our "Cheers and Jeers", and other random ramblings about whatever strikes our fancy. In the future we are also looking for ways to make things more interactive, if you will. This may include voting for a particular marketing piece, contests, and various other activities.
Thank you all for stopping by, and don't forget to - Get Captured!
- Jason & Stacey Thon

Friday, June 29, 2007

Stajastudios.com is down temporarily

Hey Everyone,

We wanted to let you know that stajastudios.com is down temporarily. We are in the process of launching a new web-site. In order to do so, we had to take our old site down for a couple of days. Unfortunately, our e-mail is also down for the same period of time. In the meantime, we set up a temporary e-mail at stajastudios@gmail.com. We can also be reached via phone. Be sure to check back over the next couple of days to see the new site.

Thanks,

Jason & Stacey

Sunday, June 24, 2007

Margie & Adam



We did Margie and Adam's engagement session a couple of weeks ago. They were such a fun couple to hang out with. After the session we went out for pizza at Pizza Luce and were talking when it came out that Margie is on a tug-of-war team. She has been all over in international tournaments. We had never heard of such a thing, but it sounded like it is a lot of fun. The team she plays on is called DJ's, I'm thinking we are going to have to take some pictures of one of their practices sometime. We had a great time and are looking forward to their wedding.

Be sure to check out the slideshow of the session.

Friday, June 22, 2007

Mike Colon Workshop

Hey Everyone,

I am checking in on my last day in sunny California, and am getting ready to hit the hay after an incredible week spent learning with Mike Colon. What an amazing time spent with some wonderful people. I will be sure to post more about it and the people I met when I get back home, but I wanted to put up a few images for you to take a look at.







To finish the week off, I ended up loosing my money in poker to the infamous [b]ecker, who is going to be playing in the WSOP in two weeks. Be sure to wish him good luck!!

P.S. Stacey and Lauren, I look forward to seeing you!!!

- Jason

Tuesday, June 05, 2007

Chickens in the city??

On Monday one of Lauren's teachers from her school invited our whole class over to her house to see her chickens. No no, she doesn't live on a farm or in the country, but right in the heart of Minneapolis! I still can't get over it...farm fresh eggs every morning. Very neat. The children all loved getting a close up look and even got a chance to pet and feed them. Afterward we went to a nearby park for a picnic. Our school year ended two weeks ago, so it was really nice to see everyone again. Lauren has been non-stop talking about teacher Trish's chickens and her school friends. Here are some pictures from our "Chicken Day" and there are many more on this cute little slideshow. Check it out!

Thanks so much Trish for having us! We had a blast :)

Stacey









Happy Birthday Dad!!

Our Dads both shared the same weekend for their birthdays (June 1st and the 4th). We wanted to give them both a big shout out and tell them we hope they had a great day, as we will be celebrating them a little bit late.

They both have been huge parts in our lives and we would never be where we are today without their love and support. Needless to say, for all of the chaos we have probably put you through, we want to wish you the best and love you both!

- Jason & Stacey



Sunday, June 03, 2007

Laura & Dan

What a fun time we had shooting Laura and Dan's wedding. They are such a great couple who really love eachother, and come from wonderful families. Both sides were so welcoming and complementive, which makes our day that much more enjoyable.

The days festivities started off under the threat of rain at Mount Zion Temple in St. Paul. However, as the day progressed, the weather became much more cooperative, and the sun began to shine through as the ceremony was about to begin (a pretty nice omen). After a beautiful ceremony, the fun continued at 317 on Rice, which always does a great job. Needless to say, the guests all seemed to have a great time and enjoyed the entire day.

Here are a few images of the couple and a slideshow of the day's hightlights!











We wish you the best, and look forward to hearing all about Jamaica!