Kara and Vince both grew up in Alaska. They went to the same high school. At one point during our wedding day photos I said in a sappy, slightly sarcastic voice "Oh, it looks like you guys are standing for a prom picture. Awww." They both looked at each other and sorta giggle-grinned. Vince says "Well, I actually did ask her to prom. And she turned me down!" Kara answered, slightly sheepishly "I already had a date. What was I supposed to do? I said YES today."
So, I learned a lot of things from this wedding...Alaska is now on my list of places to visit during summertime. I could never live there, however. Someone said it is regularly in the "teens" during winter. Ummm...no, can't live like that. I think that's equivalent to zero Kelvin for me (inside joke for any fellow nerds out there). I learned that a seven year old boy clearly has more rhythm than I do (although that was not such a surprise, more of a confirmation). And I learned that Alaskan salmon is on my top five favorite foods now.
I thought their guest book was a great idea. Kara took photos of the two of them through the years...school pictures, Halloween costumes, trips together, etc.
Of course I love candids, and this was one of my favorites from the day. Just before getting announced back into their reception...Kara and Vince were just out of people's view. But, I had a little peek as they both paused to look at Vince's new piece of bling.
This little guy just had to see up-close for the toasts. So cute!
And then there's the "look". When you're looking at your new spouse. a little piece of chocolate cake in your hand. wondering. will he actually smash this cake in my face??
Oh my gosh...these are stunning. Kara and Vince - you look amazing. Congratulations! Love, Heather
(08.07.09)Love, LOVE the photos!!! Kara you look amazing and you and Vince together look perfect. So happy for you guys!!
(08.08.09)Katie - Thanks for being a part of our wedding. You were so much fun to work with. We are glad you choose to spend your birthday with us. So far the pictures look incredible. We can't wait to see the rest of them.
(08.08.09)Everything looks so PERFECT!!! Chris and I are so happy for both of you! Your photographer did such a wonderful job. We can't wait to see the rest of them.
(08.09.09)Kara and Vince congratulations!! Thank you for sharing so I could see the pictures. I'm so glad you loved your Mary Kay look for the wedding. I was praying it all went well. You were a beauitful bride you look stunning. God job!!! Take care, Nancy
(08.19.09)Wow!!! you look awesome!!!! Congratulations!!!! who would have thought that you would clean up so well after all those years of shotgunning beer on the golf course!!!
(08.21.09)these pics are amazing!!! you guys just look so happy together! i have to say i laughed outload at the picture of the guys waiting for the garter and sara chugging our of a champagne bottle in the background. looks like i missed a fantastic time!
(08.22.09)
I got a kick out of watching Lindsey's dad that day. He watched the flurry of activity going on all around him at his house in the morning. Make-up, dresses, flowers, errands, more flowers, hair curlers...and he just absorbed it all. I love shooting wedding prep at the homes of my clients...because I get to see all the family photos on the walls. Lindsey's parents had a fantastic collection of their kids' photos all around the house. Made me feel like I knew them all so well.
Their ceremony was an Armenian Orthodox service, including a good amount of prayer singing. The couple is pronounced as King and Queen of their new family kingdom together, and get crowned during the ceremony by the priest. The priest also shared the story from the day he married Lindsey and Kenny's parents...how's that for family ties?!
An Aremenian tradition has the groom break a plate, which Kenny did quite well as they entered their reception.
lovely images.
you did a wonderful job capturing every moment of the day!
awesome!
What an interesting church! I love the shot of them at the altar, and then the shot of them in front of it. It looks like a hollywood facade - just propped up there with no building at all behind it. How neat.
Beautiful bride too!
(08.16.09)Wow, I seem to recognize a LOT of your clients. My family is friends with the bride's family. Beautiful.
(08.22.09)
and if this is not Best Man Scotty's Facebook profile picture next week...I'll be really insulted. Scotty...you must befriend me on Facebook and show me that you added this!
SUCH AN AMAZING DAY ! K and B's dance was definitely the highlight of the day, so graceful and well done and beautiful. Thanks for making this such a beautiful memorable day Katie. Great photos! It was such a pleasure to meet you! Thanks for letting David and I be the lighting practice peeps! Hope to see you again. xxxxooo
(07.26.09)Wow! We absolutely love the pictures Katie! We keep staring having to convince ourselves that this beautiful wedding was ours. We are continually impressed with your artistic eye and ways of capturing the true emotions of everyone. Thanks so much for getting this up so fast! Yea!! We're married=) Can't wait to see the rest and tell you about our snorkeling adventures:)
(07.26.09)
Beeeeaaauuutttifffuulllll! Wonderful job, Katie. Dad and I love the pictures and can't wait to see the wedding ones.
Love,
Mom
Katie, you exceeded our expectations. It is plain to see from your work that you are not only passionate about your art, but you are passionate about life. We are so happy you will be sharing our special day with us! Thank you.
(07.25.09)
OMG Katie - this is so amazing!!! I feel like I just relived our wedding day. Thank you so much for really capturing the day.
(08.08.09)