Colin Teal & Rachel Saimons – Rehearsal Dinner

Colin Teal & Rachel Saimons – Rehearsal Dinner

Posted by on Sep 17, 2010 in Blog | No Comments

Colin and Rachel contacted me last minute to see if I could photograph their rehearsal dinner. Because Colin’s dad had been in a serious accident shortly beforehand, it was especially important to capture memories from the evening. I was glad to be available and hope these pictures do justice to a beautiful evening. Visit the main gallery here if you’d like to see more (just so you can see for yourself that Urban Light Studios actually has a wall covered in antique paint by numbers, and, among other things, a stuffed tiger).

Event Photography at Urban Light Studios in Wallingford Seattle

Yes that’s mineral water going into the champagne glass. Awesome.

empty wine glasses on elegant counter top. Urban Light Studios event

Brian Smith and Kate Meinig – Lummi Island Wedding Photography

Brian Smith and Kate Meinig – Lummi Island Wedding Photography

Posted by on Sep 9, 2010 in Blog | 2 Comments

When Kate and Brian first contacted me about photographing their wedding on Lummi Island, I immediately got excited about capturing their day in a place close to my heart. (I grew up looking out at the San Juans from my bedroom window and doing kayak/sailing trips through the islands each summer). They held an intimate ceremony and reception at the Willows Inn, which is one of the most beautiful and unpretentious venues I’ve had the opportunity to work at. Throughout the day I loved witnessing Brian and Kate’s quirky unassuming love for each other and their community. Here’s to a beautiful life together!

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bride and groom say vows outdoors at willows inn on lummi island

groom reading vows to bride outside on lummi island at the willows inn wedding garden

bride smiling at groom while he reads vows

amazingly enthusiastic smile from bride to groom

bride and groom kiss under arbor outside on lummi island. black and white.

bride and groom walk through tunnel of green down to beach

groom carrying bride at beach on lummi island near bellingham
newlywed groom carries bride on beach

rocks and wine at wedding reception, detail shot.

flower decorations, farmers market style

outdoor wedding reception at willows inn on lummi island

flowers in vase inside at willows inn

lummi island salmon being roasted at the willows inn on lummi island

amazing buffet of healthy food being served at willows in on lummi island for wedding reception

father of bride leads toasts at wedding reception

bride and groom smiling during toasts

bride and groom cut green cake

bride and groom taking the first slice of their cake

groom having fun dancing with bride at willows in, around sunset.

groom having fun dancing with bride at willows in, black and white

silhouette of couple kissing by the ocean on lummi island

beautiful full moon setting over ocean by lummi island ferry dock

Ben and Kayti – Seattle Wedding Photography

Ben and Kayti – Seattle Wedding Photography

Posted by on Aug 31, 2010 in Blog | No Comments

It was such a joy to capture Ben Heller and Kayti Krepel’s marriage! I already knew them a bit from our church in Seattle, but I felt like I got to really see them at their wedding. The service was a beautiful celebration of their relationship and their faith. I also loved all the hippy details that made their day special: outside at Parsons Gardens, barefoot, acoustic, and full of color. And did I mention that the entire wedding party decided to climb up into a tree for photos? Awesome.

henna tattoos on brides hands (detail)

curling bride's hair for wedding (detail)

bride and maid of honor laughing while they get ready for wedding

wedding in parsons garden seattle

groom looking at bride during wedding ceremony in garden. black and white

wedding party from behind

groom washing bride's feet. sepia tone black and white

bride groom and minister laughing

bride and groom kiss

bridesmaid signing as witness on marriage license

bride and groom embrace in garden

bride and groom walk through wooded path in garden

bride looking up at groom

barefoot bridesmaids with colorful dresses (close up)

bridesmaids jumping in the air

groomsmen helping bridesmaids climb into tree

entire wedding party in a tree! awesome.

wedding party in tree, closer up

bride and groom kiss in tree

bride and groom kiss in tree, sepia tone black and white

James and Tiffany – Bellingham Wedding Photographer

James and Tiffany – Bellingham Wedding Photographer

Posted by on Aug 28, 2010 in Blog | One Comment

James McGeathey and Tiffany Turner had a small, beautiful ceremony with family and friends at Elizabeth Park in Bellingham. Throughout the day, I enjoyed James’ fun, playful attitude and Tiffany’s creative attention to all the details. There was definitely a classy, creative vibe to the celebration, and I was especially impressed by the wedding cupcakes. You are both supported by your friends and family, and I wish you the best in your new marriage!

bride getting ready. sepia tone black and white

bride smiling and looking up. getting ready for wedding. sepia toned black and white

bride and groom getting married in gazebo

detail of groomsmen's shiny black shoes at wedding. sepia toned black and white

bride looking at groom

groom looking at bride

bride and groom wearing new wedding bands

bride and groom kiss while audience takes pictures

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Zach and Dannielle – North Bend Wedding Photographer

Zach and Dannielle – North Bend Wedding Photographer

Posted by on Aug 13, 2010 in Blog | No Comments

Liz and I started off a crazy month of wedding photography by capturing Zach Wright and Dannielle Coleman’s wedding at Bybee Farms in North Bend, Washington. We were refreshed not only be the gorgeous outdoor location, but by the overwhelming support we felt for Zach and Dannielle by their friends and family. Their grounding in their faith and their heartfelt commitment to each other were a blessing to witness.

View the full gallery and order professional prints here.

bridesmaids getting ready for wedding

flowers and arbor at outdoor wedding venue

groomsmen trying out zach's "wedding present"

bride putting on garter while getting ready for wedding

bride putting on wedding dress

bride putting on makeup

bride outside waiting to see groom

bride outside waiting to see groom

groom's first look at bride

bride and groom kiss

bride and groom dip

wedding flowers, close up

B&W of groom's shoes

bride and groom getting married outside under arbor

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Philip and Jamie – Snohomish Wedding Photographer

Philip and Jamie – Snohomish Wedding Photographer

Posted by on Jun 15, 2010 in Blog | One Comment

Phil and Jamie celebrated their marriage at the Belle Chapel in Snohomish on May 16. They were referred to me by our mutual friend Brian Russell, who did a great job capturing their video. I especially enjoyed how they mixed a traditional style with their goofy personalities. Congrats again!

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Niki and Erik – Bellingham Wedding Photographer

Niki and Erik – Bellingham Wedding Photographer

Posted by on Jun 11, 2010 in Blog | One Comment

Last month my wife and I had the pleasure of capturing the wedding of another Bellingham couple, Niki Metzger and Erik Favro. They had a beautiful ceremony at the Squalicum Boathouse on Zuanich Point. We especially appreciated how they crafted a meaningful wedding that reflected their unique quirks and personality (plus their love for the northwest).

You guys are great together! Thanks for sharing your day with us.

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Zacharia and Victoria: December 31st, 2009!

Zacharia and Victoria: December 31st, 2009!

Posted by on Jan 27, 2010 in Blog | One Comment

This last Christmas break, I got to capture my sister in law’s wedding and New Years Eve reception/party. The weather was cold and rainy, which made the outdoor pictures an adventure, but we all survived! Zach and Tori were really relaxed, so I think that rubbed off on everybody else. I may be biased, but I think their reception was also the funnest I’ve ever been too. Congratulations on getting off to a great start!

In addition to the highlights posted below, you can see the full gallery here: http://curiousimagery.zenfolio.com/zach_and_tori. If you purchase prints, make sure to enter the coupon code “colonel sanders” to get 10% off your order!

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Chris and Jenniey – Seattle Wedding Photographer

Chris and Jenniey – Seattle Wedding Photographer

Posted by on Sep 22, 2009 in Blog | No Comments

Chris and Jenniey celebrated their marriage with a beautiful traditional ceremony at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption in Seattle. I felt really welcomed by their family and wedding party, which made the day very rewarding and enjoyable. The tone may have been just a touch mellower than “My Big Fat Greek Wedding,” but it was still an adventure all the same!

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