Desert Heat.

Desert Heat.

Sage, wind, and sunshine — a gift.

Hermēs. Dance. Balloons.

Take me back.

Ultimate First Look Feels

Finding the perfect bridal party colors matched with the venue and environment can elevate the entire visual experience.

 

I am lucky to have had so many brides with great taste. I say I have great taste, and my husband says, “no — you have expensive taste”. One and the same if you ask me. The bride and her bridesmaids made for sirens in the desert, and this wasn’t just a Dude Ranch to the groom and his groomsmen — they looked dressed to kill.

And, good God — these two are gorgeous.

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The Veil.

Hidden Knowledge.

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It’s Go Time.

Just make out, already.

So much intensity, so many nerves and butterflies — all lead up to this moment. Focus on that first kiss. Don’t forget it. Remember it to a T. Let the photos simply guide you along that moment in time where you were made one in matrimony.

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And two were made one.

Those smiles get me every time.

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Open bar. Let’s party.

Kids gotta have fun too.

Maybe even get burnt out a bit. The sun and fun will do it to ya.

First dances. All the feels.

Bride and Groom. Father-daughter. Mom and son.

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Punctilious.

Thorough to a fault.

Love is in the air.

So are balloons.

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Poncho and Lefty.

— Desert vibes —

Poncho was a bandit boy
His horse was fast as polished steel
He wore his gun outside his pants
For all the honest world to feel

 
 

If you want to get married outside in warm weather, I love the challenge of shooting in the sun.

Let’s begin our relationship.

Back to Weddings.

Take me to Bellingham.