Kate and John got married in a church in Seattle, on a hill overlooking Lake Washington. The ceremony was joyous, the minister snapping his fingers to a gospel choir; the reception full of warmth and fun. It was truly a joy to work with...
I find Karolena in the dressing room of her church in the south end of Seattle. It’s a charming old church, with leaded glass windows, and big exposed beams in the sanctuary. The room is strewn with the usual array of plastic bags, make-up, shoes, and hair products. The room is full of laughter, too. She’s just poking her head out of her dress, with two friends pulling it down around her waist. The big full skirt settles into place...
Pamplona, Spain. This is where Nicole and Dan met. He was here for the running of the bulls, she was AWOL from her study abroad program. He came from Seattle, she from Pennsylvania, and there they were drinking Heinekens in the square, surrounded by cobblestones and marble and a hot, dusty Spanish afternoon. They fell in love. Now I’m here in Pamplona to do the photography for their wedding. They want some shots at the table where they...
I’ve been the photographer for weddings at the Seattle Aquarium before, but I’ve never seen it quite like this. I arrive early to set up, and there are bridesmaids in velvet and silk, surrounded by fish and a sea star. Contrast, mystery… I can’t let it slip away.
I never knew how much my husband loved me
...until I saw your pictures.