Jen and Joe’s Family Grows

I often say this, but it’s just so true that one of the most rewarding parts of our job is when a couple whose wedding we have photographed asks us to document another life milestone, like a pregnancy or birth of a child.  This is rewarding not only because we get to document yet another incredibly important moment in their lives, (which is a remarkable honor for us) but in that we get to witness them as they take their love to a new level – parenthood.  And this photo (above) is the best way I can explain it. It kind of melts my heart.

We feel so fortunate to have documented Jen and Joe’s engagement and then their wedding.  They were a beautiful couple then, and it’s so great to see how Little Ryan has made them into a beautiful family!  Enjoy these precious moments from Ryan’s first photo shoot.

Megan + Trevor | On the Couch and Around the City

We’re excited to share these images from Megan and Trevor’s engagement shoot in San Diego.  We started off in Balboa Park, where these two marathoners often run, then we stopped off at the Spruce Street Bridge (that we had just discovered on Jess and Dave’s shoot- below) since it’s one of our new favorite discoveries.  After that we explored Megan and Trevor’s neighborhood of Little Italy, where we had a drink in Craft and Commerce, the uber hipster bar where they shared their first date.  We also stopped off in Megan and Trevor’s home to capture Megan and Trevor in their element – on the couch, reading the New York Times over a great cup of coffee.  This was my favorite location because it captures Megan and Trevor in the intimacy of their home…it tells us a little bit more about them. And it’s fitting that they are reading the paper together since they are a couple who believes in being connected and engaged in their local community and to the world at large.  This is a super dynamic couple who loves to explore and learn; to connect and most importantly, to laugh… we’re excited to see how Megan and Trevor are going to change the world.  There’s no doubt that they will.
A peaceful moment on the Spruce Street Suspension Bridge (above).
Megan and Trevor are always up for an adventure and didn’t even blink when we suggested they lie in the grass.  Thanks guys!
I just love Megan’s expression here. Pure contentment.
Ideal.
I love that the couple in the adjacent booth is photographing Megan and Trevor.
Enjoying a drink at their regular spot, Craft and Commerce.
I just love the simplicity of this image.  When we ask couples where they like to spend time together, many of them say ‘on the couch.’  But no one ever wants photos of it.  I absolutely LOVE that Megan and Trevor thought to actually take photos of them on their couch, because [1] their living room is just visually striking and [2] it shows how everything you really need to be happy is right there (don’t forget the importance of the coffee)!

Jess and Dave | Bridges of San Diego County

We had such a great time exploring some spots off the beaten path in Jessica and Dave’s neighborhood.  We never knew that these canyons and bridges were there in Banker’s Hill, and we had so much fun exploring them with Jess and Dave.  All you have to do is look at these images to see what a sweet relationship these two have.  They just adore each other and have such a gentle vibe about them… they are just comfortable to be around.  So, after wandering across some bridges and through some canyons, we enjoyed a drink with them at Mr. A’s, where we got this last image of them silhouetted against the San Diego cityscape at sunset.  Can’t think of a better way to end a shoot!  And by the way,  I couldn’t help but make a reference to the ‘Bridges of Madison County’ in the title of this post:-)

Kateri + Trent | Portland

If I could sum up this wedding day in one word, it would be ‘happy.’ It was such a fun-loving, happy, happy day!  Kateri and Trent were just surrounded by a blanket of happiness and you could see the happiness and true good will of all of their friends and family in seeing these two start their marriage together.  With Portland staying true to herself, it even rained a bit, but it just made the whole vibe of the day even more cozy and warm.  Kateri and Trent saw each other that day for the first look at the Cafe where they first met, which was such a fun idea.  We then meandered around the streets of downtown Portland, which proved to be an adventure with the random photo bombers and drive-by circus performers who literally jumped out of their car, did a stunt, hopped back in the car and drove away.  Only in Portland! 
Most people do not look flattering from this ‘under’ perspective. Kateri is an exception. She looks stunning.
Trent’s house pre-ceremony…
I was happy to catch this moment.
An emotional moment for Kateri. So much love from her friends!
The groom’s party.
The first look.
Love.
My favorite shot of the entire day…Rick composed this shot that would make Cartier-Bresson proud:-)
It wouldn’t be Portland without the great public transportation in a shot!
The drive-by circus guys.
The random photo bomber.
The bride’s ladies.
The Trent and Kateri Show.
Look at that ring bearer’s expression! Priceless.
This shot of Kateri walking to Trent has to be one of my most favorite down the aisle shots ever!  That’s why my word for this day is ‘happy’!
I love seeing the expressions of the guests during the Father Daughter Dance…here the Grandmother.  It says it all.

Venue  |  West End Ballroom

Catering  |  Simpatica

DJ  |  Jeff Trinci of Mobile Music DJs

Videography  |  Moving Picture Weddings

Decor  |  Created by two great friends of the bride and groom

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