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Just MORE love! {Olympia Wedding, Grand Holiday Ballroom, Olympia, WA}

Who doesn’t need more love?  Well, the wedding of Ashley and Thomas was bursting at the seams.  Ashley is seriously the most energetic, wonderful girl!  She seems to smile even when she’s not smiling.  It’s just a happiness that radiates from the core of who she is.  I was thrilled when she asked me to shoot her wedding : )  I always love meeting the bridal party–getting to see who is important to a couple.  Ashley and Thomas had a great group–they were game for anything!  We spent the scorching day bouncing around Olympia, getting to the most perfect locations.  Ashley also works part-time at the Grand Holiday Ballroom (in addition to working full time and going to school!) and was given the royal treatment by her coworkers.  She thought of so many sweet details.  The kids attending the wedding nearly lost their mind when they saw the candy bar!   I loved the energy and the lively guests!  They even ended the night with a hotdog buffet, an ode to their college days…  And as we all know, every great party ends with someone wearing a lampshade…  Congrats you two!! xo

DSC_7440-EditDSC_7457-EditDSC_7505-EditDSC_7508-EditDSC_7530-EditDSC_7534-EditDSC_7542-EditDSC_7561-EditDSC_7581-EditDSC_7599-EditDSC_7612-EditDSC_7624-EditDSC_7631-EditDSC_7650-EditDSC_7695-EditDSC_7736-EditDSC_7751-EditDSC_7846-EditDSC_7883-EditDSC_8087-EditDSC_8101-EditDSC_8129-EditDSC_8139-EditDSC_8152-EditDSC_8160-EditDSC_8791-EditDSC_9032-EditDSC_9068-EditVenue: Grand Holiday Ballroom, www.grandholidayballroom.com

Officiant: Joan Cathey

Floral:Newbury Bay, www.newburybay.com

Cake: Celebrity Cake Studio, www.celebritycakestudio.com

Tropical NW Wedding…Muy Caliente! Olympia, WA { Grand Holiday Ballroom }

Anny knew she wanted tropical colors for her wedding–but the perfectly tropical heat was a bonus for Washington! What a beautiful bride– a deep, rich brunette, she was striking with her luminous skin and dress. Alex is one lucky man! She had a team of creative family members helping, and you can see the delicious attention to detail throughout.  Cynthia from Capitol Florist, brought the most amazing flowers to life–the bouquets looked like tropical fireworks!  The day was lovely, we even happened upon the gelato cart from Mercato during photos. What a treat! Thanks to the entire wedding party for being such fun and up for climbing on an old caboose for a quick photo! So glad the State Patrol didn’t throw us off… Hope you two are enjoying Hawaii!!DSC_2678-EditDSC_2800-EditDSC_2803-EditDSC_3245-EditDSC_3218-EditDSC_3523-EditDSC_3438-EditDSC_3402-EditDSC_3407-EditDSC_4348-EditDSC_4433-Edit

{Big Texas Love! Pacific Northwest style….} Pacific Northwest Wedding, Shelton, WA

It is such a delight to work with the same family over the years.  I have photographed seniors, engagement and families photos for this beautiful clan.  I was thrilled when Don and Jackie booked their daughter Christy’s wedding with me.  Christy now lives in Texas and had to rely on her parents for much of the logistical wedding planning.  I had only communicated with her via email until the wedding week when we finally had an opportunity to meet over lunch.  Brian and Christy are a lovely, humble couple who laugh easily and smile with their eyes.  And she has the most beautiful, shiny hair I have ever seen!  My only regret is that I didn’t have a chance for a barbecue lesson…from a REAL Texan!  hahaha  Enjoy your trip down the coast, you sweet honeymooners!DSC_9415-EditDSC_0328-EditDSC_9545-EditDSC_9546-EditDSC_9754-EditDSC_9644-EditIMG_4411-EditIMG_4260-EditDSC_0338-EditDSC_0400-EditDSC_0443-EditIMG_4936-EditDSC_0585-EditDSC_0552-Edit