Ruiz Wedding

I've said it many times before, I love weddings.  This one was small, simple, sweet and so romantic.  After 10 years together, Josh & Lily finally decided to make things completely official and hold an intimate family wedding.  They certainly must be doing something right with their relationship as anyone would easily have thought they were brand new newlyweds only just starting their first year together.  

Josh & Lily, it was my pleasure to capture the magic of your day.  I hope you enjoy the memories through my pictures!

And family - that's really what it's all about at a wedding and marriage....and what a beautiful family the Ruiz clan has!

Congratulations Josh & Lily!

Russell Wedding

I have to say, I really do love weddings.  The best weddings tend to be those that are all about the couple and not so focused on the details trying to make everything perfect.  The Russells wedding was just that - a nice simple familiy wedding held in their own backyard.  It was such a joy to see a couple who obviously really enjoy being together and sharing their lives with thier friends.  Robert & Elizabeth thank you for letting me being such an important part to the start of your life together.  I hope you enjoy the pictures as much as I enjoyed taking them - which is quite a lot! 

Kara & Jeff = LOVE

Last month I had the pleasure of photographing Kara and Jeff's wedding.  Kara and Jeff were some of the most laid-back easygoing couples I've met.  It was a treat to work with them.

 

 

 

As easy as they were to work with, their friends were almost even easier and were very good sports!  I loved the "Superman" fun they added to their attire.

 

 

 In honor of Mother's Day, I had to throw in a sweet mother/daughter moment!

 Isn't Kara stunning?!

 

 

Gotta love the guys!

 

Officially "Mr. & Mrs. Blanks"!  Congrats!!!!

 

Thanks for the patience, Kara & Jeff - I hope you enjoy what you see!

Jenn & Chris - Wedding

A month ago, almost exactly, October 18th, Jennifer and Chris finally got married! I say finally because they've been engaged for a while and everyone has been anxiously awaiting this wonderful wedding! One person in particular was their adorable little flower girl, who happens to be my daughter! The wedding was beautiful, with smiles that beamed all around. A happy day, gorgeous weather and a beautiful couple (inside & out!). What more could I ask for for someone I hold so dear! Congrats Jenn & Chris, we are SO happy for you!

With an October wedding, you never know quite what you are going to get. Jenn & Chris couldn't have been more blessed with wonderful blue skies and warm weather! It was my first time being at Holland Park West and I must say, it's a great place for weddings!

I LOVE the way Jennifer is looking at Chris! So happy!

Isn't Jennifer a stunningly beautiful bride? She literally beamed all day!

The ladies of the wedding party consisted of Jennifer's sister, soon to be sister-in-law, Jennifer's neice and my precocious 2 year old, Caitlyn. I must say, I was SO proud of my little flower girl. She posed exactly how I asked her and even managed to walk down the aisle!

The men of the wedding party consisted of Chris's two good friends, Jennifer's nephew and the best man's nephew. Such a handsome group of guys!

This is one of my favorites.

I loved how when I asked the bridal party to look at Jenn & Chris when they kissed, the sweet ring bearer immediately sheilded his eyes! Too cute!

Thanks again, Jenn & Chris, for the honor of photographing your wedding day. It was the least I could do for a lifelong friend!