Denise and Marc were married at Lake Union Cafe on Eastlake in Seattle.  From what I understand, these two were friends for a long time before anything romantic developed.  It took years of their friends telling them they were perfect for each other before they finally gave in and gave it a try.  Wouldn't ya know.. the friends were right on! Both are Native American and incorporated some beautiful native drumming and song into their ceremony.

This was my first time working with the fabulous make-up maven, Jenny Bowker (get thee to her site immediately!  ok, maybe wait till after the post, then mozy).

Denise's mom & sister-in-law.

Their pup, Napoleon Dynamite (aka "Nappy")!

stealing glances

how gorgeous is she?!

love is contagious

so is laughter

don't forget the leftovers!

Congratulations to Denise and Marc.  I wish you the best in your new life together!

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Carey & Brad were married on Valentine's Day up at Lakedale Resort on San Juan Island.  The gamble they took on the weather really paid off.  What a gorgeous weekend.

 

 

This post is loooong overdue.  What you might not know about me is that I get writer's anxiety.  That thing about a photo being worth a thousand words really works in my favor.  So when Offbeat Bride beat me to the love punch, the anxious procrastination began. The longer I put it off the more horrible I feel, so I feel pretty crappy right now. 

Molly and Laurie were so much fun to get to know over the year.  They were the first couple I booked through Offbeat Bride and my first same sex wedding (Washington laws be damned!!). They put their own spin on nearly everything; their attire, their first dance, their location, their rings, their ceremony and even their porta-potty (Wizards of Ooze became Wizards of Love!). 

Laurie's aunt unknowingly brought the wedding colors to wear.

They did!

Molly's morning message.

Just about to see each other for the first time.

embrace the flare!

waiting to enter the ceremonial semi-circle

the two of them make some adorable faces.

They passed their rings around the group so that each guest could give them their own special blessing.

Their friend and officiant Roxanne proclaimed, "By the power unlawfully seized by me in defiance of the State of Washington's laws prohibiting marriage equality, it is my great pleasure to declare you married!".  My body was rocked. Such a wave of emotion at that moment, I was incredibly honored to be a part of it.

Guests picked up camp and moved to the reception tent.

I loved the back of Molly's Wai Ching dress

toast time!

For the first dance they started off traditional.

then broke out into a funny little choreographed number.

everyone joined in after that

On my way out I paid my respects to the Wizards of Love.

Ladies - THANK YOU for letting me be a part of your heartfelt and hilariously fun day. 

For more of Molly & Laurie's wedding story and what you can do to help fight for marriage equality, have a look at their nearlyweds blog.

 

 

 

 

I went to a tasting event at City Catering last night and am still dreaming of their delicious pork and polenta and gentleman's lemonade specialty drink.  I forgot how incredible their food was.  Lendy goes out of her way to make everything just right.  She always makes sure I'm well fed too!  I've added them to my wedding resources section down on the right. Thanks Little City!

Oh, and their not just for the city either.  They travel to the islands.  Worth looking into if you're an Orcas or San Juan couple.

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Vane launched a fresh design for the Brooklyn Bride blog yesterday that contains fancy vendor resource pages (you'll find me in the Pacific section under Photographers + Videographers) along with the modern wedding design & inspirational posts she's known for.  Also included is a "Deals & Events" link to keep on top of offerings as well as the ability to leave comments / reviews for your favorite vendors.  I know brides that continue to visit this site long after the wedding is over.  Good bridal blogs can be addictive that way!

Jilli & John are one of the real weddings featured on the Seattle Bride website!  They were married this summer up at Tucker House Inn / Harrison House Suites in Friday Harbor; a cozy (and pet friendly!) bed & breakfast near the ferry dock.  I loved the place so much I'm going back with Robin and the pups next month.

Sarah & Damien... where do I start?  This wasn't a typical wedding for me.  These are my friends. It was casual.  I cried A LOT.  

Sarah is a budding photog herself and some of you may recognize her as my right hand lady at various shoots and weddings. Regular blog readers have seen them both on here shortly before they became engaged, when I snapped two of Sarah completely enraptured at one of Damien's shows (you will be too when you hear his music).  At the time Sarah was managing his tour and about to embark on one together, just the two of them.  We ran into each other at Whole Foods and I think it was Damien who said they'd come home either miserable or married.  I had no doubt it would be the latter and thankfully they waited to do the ceremony in town so I could shoot it!

They threw one of the last hurrahs at the McLeod Residence on a Sunday, potluck style, with friends contributing in every way possible.  I'd list the total amount they spent on their wedding but I don't want to give my brides a heart attack.  Let's just say they put the resource in resourceful.

Sarah & Lauren warmed up by belting "Since You Been Gone" out on the street for arriving guests. 

With the bride ready to settle down, Christine Cherbonnier took over make-up duties.

Damien is not your average tie wearing guy.

Getting dressed.

Hott lady shoes!

Getting it together.

I think she's ready!

Maybe not.  One last touch up!  (and a chance to show you Christine's sexy dress)

Some mother love.

Waiting patiently for his first look.

Pretty darn cute.

Damien's son Myles served as the panda / ring bearer.

I dare you not to cry in the face of this.  He said it was the happiest day of his life.

Group hug!

Married!

Logically, a smoke break follows.

Damien is such a cake tease.

Speaking of this delicious vegan cake, it was handmade by Jamie from Husbands Love Your Wives.

Myles gets the toasts going.

We can dance if we want to.

Sandy mom starts the party!

Ms. Roper (who happens to be responsible for getting Robin & I together) gets down. Go Roper!

Scary lady.  Don't let her near a camera.

Congratulations Sarah & Damien!!  I love you both to pieces.  Now let's start the baby makin.  I need more Jurados to photograph!

Maya & Troy were married at the Ballroom in Fremont, where they initially met over a pint of pumpkin beer years ago.  They were a blast to get to know, as their enthusiasm and passion for adventure is contagious and they are such positive and compassionate people.  The next time you're thinking of trekking to South or Central America, consider hiring Go South Adventures (Troy's company) to take you there. 

Maya got ready with her mom at the Mariott Courtyard Seattle in a vintage silk robe that belonged to her grandmother.

Onto the Ballard Locks to see Troy for the first time...

It was Troy's idea that Maya walk into the Ballroom amid a "sea of champagne glasses". 

Happiness all around!

Troy takes over behind the bar!

Here they are reenacting the moment they met:)

Toasts

Troy went commando with the knife for a bit.

but truly, this couple is as sweet as pie (awww).

Congrats to you both!  I wish you a long happy marriage full of wonderful adventures!

I'm super excited by how these are turning out.  It's so obvious they're in love

Now that my parents have left Seattle (With this weather they didn't make it far.  They're holed up in some Oregon hotel & casino till further notice) I'm back at the the computer again cookin it up.  Many weddings to be blogged but I need to stir the others in the hot pot before I can attempt to do justice to their posts.  Busy Biz-y Buzzy.  For a snack you can eat some quick teasers from Molly & Laurie's Guemes Island wedding.  Buen provecho.