dr. and mrs. :)

Since I didn't take one stinkin' photo on my wedding day, here is a beautiful poppy from my garden to feast your eyes on while I share with you some fun little tidbits from our day . . . Ah, where to begin? I am a married woman. And I am so incredibly happy and blessed. I will tell you that the morning of the wedding, I woke up with business in mind, needing to get out to the home of Lauren Brown, where our wedding ceremony and reception were held. I was greeted by my amazing Assets, my group of girlfriends who would do anything for me, come hell or high water. Angela created the most amazing flowers I've laid eyes on for my bouquet and the centerpieces. Leslie and Elsa helped design the beauty underneath the tent and brought in so many beautiful details I would have never thought of including in the day! From there, I journeyed to Theory to have my hair styled by the amazing Brittney, and from there I visited Deirdre at Indulgence, who made me look so fabulous that I - please don't judge - cried when I looked in the mirror. No, I am not conceited, but the way she transformed me took my breath away and I felt like a hundred million bucks. I traveled back to Lauren's home, where our families and some friends had already gathered, to slip (a/k/a double team-up on the stuck zipper) into my Jim Hjelm Blush dress (purchased locally from Avant Bridal) and get ready for portraits. Doug Loneman was our amazing photographer, and working with him was enjoyable, effortless and fun. We opted to do toasts and cocktail hour before the ceremony, which was absolutely beautiful and meaningful and set the tone for the rest of the day. After a simple, sweet ceremony that ended with a perfect kiss and some hoots and hollers, we scooped up the shorties and made our way back down the aisle . . . and the party began! Our dinner and desserts were prepared by the amazing Sarah Knecht, who I have worked with on a few projects now, and I can't tell you how many people raved about her incredible menu. And Joe Trudgeon spun the tunes all night, keeping our quaint company on the dance floor for hours. The day was amazing - I have never felt more naturally high or intoxicated in all of my life. Joe and I are still blown away by how perfect the day was, how special it was to have only those nearest and dearest to us. I know everyone has their own idea of what their special day will and should be like, and for us, it was executed flawlessly. I can't wait to share photos of this amazing time, and keep you all updated on the amazing journey we have officially begun as husband and wife. Until then, Happy Day to you!

all grown up: jorden

Our beautiful niece, Jorden (technically speaking, she won't be mine until next weekend) is a big bad senior this year . . . which for me is still unbelievable even thought when I met her she was just in Junior High. Joe met her the day she was born and has watched this beauty grow up right before his eyes, so I can't imagine his feelings about the woman she has become! She is smart, beautiful, and an incredible athlete and volleyball player . . . and very, very loved!

a week of work and reflection

Happy Monday to you! It is a beautiful day in Montana, and a beautiful week is ahead of me complete with final edits and weddings out the door, a couple of boudoir shoots, wrapping up my own wedding planning, and endless prayers and good wishes for a day of no rain on August 26th! I am going to start the week with a sneak peek of Katelyn and Wade, who were married on August 4th . . . Kate and Wade stepped outside with me after dinner for the yummy sunset shots I just love, love, love to incorporate into the photographs of the day. It is a wonderful break for the couple, and so lovely to have a different feel to the final set of portraits . . . This past weekend I traveled all the way to beautiful Fort Peck, Montana, to photograph another beautiful couple and gorgeously-designed wedding that I will be sharing with you soon (a sneak peek is on Facebook if you want to head over and "like" my page there . . . ). I am filled with magnitudes of gratitude to my clients this year, for trusting me, wanting me, enjoying the process of working with me, and taking the time to give me the heartwarming feedback they do. This career is truly amazing, and I'm learning to look at even the setbacks and disappointments as opportunities, and reasons for growth . . . I have a full week of blog posts to share with you, so stay tuned!

maegan and chris: june 2, 2012

Maegan and Chris are just about the most joyous couple I ever did meet . . . kind, warm, happy beyond happy, loving towards each other and everyone in their presence. They wed in June back east in upstate New York at The Queensbury Hotel, and in true form to me traveling back to New York to shoot a wedding, the weather was dump, dump, dumping rain. In true form, it stopped long enough for us to step outside into the beautiful light for a few portraits. Nothing put a damper on this couple's incredible day, and I wish them nothing but an amazing life together! The boys were a riot! And yet quite handsome and dapper . . . Beautiful girls :) Maegan and Chris, with all of your love for one another and the amazing support from your families and friends, the two of you will move mountains. Much love to you both!