Las Vegas Wedding Shoot

Okay, so I had an amazing time at WPPI this year! Aside from taking great classes, talking with amazing photographers from around the world, and picking up some awesome new gear to drool over, I did a model shoot at the Neon Sign Boneyard. I was seriously giddy shooting here. Could this site be any more fun?! Now I'm dying to photograph more weddings in Vegas, so if you know someone heading down for a weekend wedding- CALL ME! This photographer definitely travels. :) I love the bright colors and I totally lucked out on the weather (it rained most of my time in Las Vegas... but not this fabulous day). I also had some amazing models to work with- we were all cracking up the entire time! Hope you enjoy these as much as I enjoyed taking them!

Seattle Washington: Wedding

With the flurry of fall and winter portrait sessions, I never got a chance to post about this beautiful fall wedding. I adore this couple- two of the most genuine and fun loving people I've worked with. Their wedding was equally as charming, with stunning scenery and wide open spaces. It couldn't have been more perfect, and I'm glad I was able to photograph such a day. Here come the pictures:

Their reception was a blast! First of all, I heard some of the most touching speeches that day. The mother of the groom even had me in tears. It was the most sincere and heart-felt speech I have heard at a wedding- what every bride would want to hear from their new mother-in-law.
And as tradition, after dinner there was lots of dancing. The dance floor was packed as everyone cut loose under the light of the lanterns and stars. The final treat was hearing the groom's band play. If you don't all ready know them, you have to check these guys out: Trolls Cottage They are seriously awesome, and I am still trying to get my hands on a CD. :)

Lord Hill Farms: Snohomish Wedding

This wedding was so special. You might remember this adorable couple from HERE. I felt an instant connection at our first meeting, and was so thrilled to shoot their wedding. They both are so warm and welcoming- the show of friends and family on their big day was an obvious testament to this. I've never seen such a long line of people waiting to speak at their reception- each with their own reasons why they make up a perfect pair. I couldn't agree more.

This ceremony was the sweetest combination of romance and joy- complete with a band and dancing down the aisle.

... and these gals were having too much fun getting ready for the events.

I always love the big exits. One last chance for the bride and groom to be smothered with good wishes and love. These guys had a pretty thick screen of bubbles to get through!

Congratulations you guys! I couldn't be happier for you.

Seattle Washington Wedding: Alki

I loved shooting this intimate wedding at Hamilton Viewpoint Park on Alik. The sky was a bold blue and the sun was shining bright for their ceremony. It was such a joyful moment with friends and family gathered round as these two said "I do". Congratulations to you guys!

Rachel and Mike: Wedding Teaser

This day was nothing but charming.
More coming soon...

Portland Oregon: Double Wedding Weekend

Think two sisters getting married in the same weekend is crazy? Nope- such a blast! These two girls made some gorgeous brides, and it was such an honor to witness their days! I had so much fun at these weddings. Each was unique, beautiful, and absolutely romantic. The weekend was wonderful- we couldn't have had any better weather, and things seemed to play out just perfectly. Congratulations ladies! Here come the pictures...

Friday's wedding:

the getaway carI love the getting ready shots

and I never grow tired of the walk down the aisle

they had the cutest "first kiss"

and then they were off

Saturday's wedding;

giving away the bride

the vows

I love this shot of the mother of the bride. So proud.

After the ceremony they rode in a canoe to the reception across the lake. So breathtaking!

the sweet things:

The cake cutting is always fun to watch. You never know how it's going to play out! :)