Jessica and Ben: July 22, 2006

So many happy tears! That is how I will remember Jessica and Ben's lovely outdoor wedding this past weekend. They were so nervous and excited and giggly and weepy with joy! So were all of their guests.

It's a privilege to shoot any wedding, but you know when you are witnessing an extra special union. I am still a big softy about weddings, and this one brought me to tears many times. Darn you awesome couples with genuine love! Congratulations, you two and thanks for having me at your wedding.

On to the pictures!

I am sure that I have never, ever, witnessed a more powerful reaction to a groom seeing his bride for the first time. I think this could be the best advertisement I have for seeing each other before the ceremony. It can be a truly magical moment that just the two of you can share.

The Groom's dressing room was not quite as glamorous as the Bride's

The Bride

The Ceremony site

Jessica arriving to walk down the aisle

First Dance

Kim & Chris: July 8, 2006

Kim & Chris had a lovely wedding at their chirch followed by a reception at Renton Technical College. The room was amazing! So filled with light and a photographer's dream!

Kim & Chris are a darling couple. At our original meeting, Kim was unable to attend, so she sent Chris in her place. He had a long list of questions and very thoughtfully looked through all my sample albums. He really wanted everything to be just right for Kim. They were a pleasure to work with. Congratulations!

The Ceremony

The cool reception room

The Couple

The first dance

Check out Kim's Dad! I wasn't the only one with a camera.