Chris + Amber

So the story goes that Chris and Amber were introduced at a Decemberist's concert.  They were introduced by a friend and their story blossomed from there.  The creativity and uniqueness of this couple was apparent in every aspect of their wedding.  According to their program, "For the decorations we folded cranes because in Japan, it is commonly said that folding 1000 paper origami cranes makes a person's wish come true.  The crane in Japan is one of the mystical creatures that is said to live for a thousand years."  They had custom printed invitations by a friend, a custom ice sculpture incorporating the cranes, also by a friend.  And a toast incorporating their love story through clay sculpture.  I was very glad to be asked to help photograph this day.  Thanks to Megan Bryant Photography for allowing me to assist her with this wedding.  Check out her blog for the official pictures from the day! 

 

Second Shooting 101

Last week I got a surprising email from Pete Nagy of Peter Jonathan Images that he was looking for an assistant for a wedding on Friday.  Of course I have been hoping for some second shooting opportunities so I jumped at the opportunity!  I had nothing to wear, so I went to every store in town and finally settled on a tunic dress with leggings so I could still move, yet look wedding appropriate.  I packed my bags, reformatted my cards and I was off.  The day was just about as perfect as it could be for a wedding.  Sunny with just enough clouds to diffuse the sun, and about 75 degrees.  The day went so smoothly, the venue was perfect. Hair and make up done at Salon 2000 on the circle, and the ceremony and reception was all held at the Mavris downtown.  Of course, the bride and groom were stunning and so in love.  Meaghan was fighting back tears at pivotal moments all day long.  This was a great wedding,  great wedding party and family, and a great photographic opportunity for one rookie photographer!  I am so honored to have been trusted with this job, and so happy to have been a part of Meaghan and Chase's big day.  Thanks to Pete for letting me keep my images and posting them here as my own.  Please enjoy the Haller/Klem wedding - from my point of view!