There are weddings you dream to photograph, and this Snohomish Floral Hall Wedding was one of them. From the bride’s vintage inspired lace dress to the groom’s meticulously groomed mustache, this wedding made my heart sing. Lessie Blue Photography invited me along to share this wonderful day with her as her second shooter. We started…
Dawn Padgett is one amazing woman. She’s a hair & makeup artist in Tacoma, owner of Seattle Bride Hair and it just so happens, she’s been put in charge of my hair for our HallowStein Wedding this year. Leaving my hair and makeup in her capable hands means I have one less thing to worry about when it…
Enjoy all the romance in this intimate mid-winter engagement. Getting to know Angie and Jeremy during their intimate mid-winter engagement session at Wildwood Park in Puyallup, was one of my favorite experiences ever. These two balance each other in the most awesome of ways; their personalities make them a power couple for sure. Angie contacted…
One of our random favorite little details at weddings, is always the centerpieces. A table centerpiece can tell a story or make a statement about you as a couple, as well as make all those reception tables pretty! When Shelby and Spencer picked out their favorite wedding quotes for table centerpieces, we never knew they’d…
Tacoma Wedding Venue Wishlist On the lower side of the Puget Sound, we have our Tacoma Wedding Venue Wishlist for our South Sound brides! Whether you’re wanting that small town feel, a romantic rustic venue or a glamorous modern vibe, there’s something for every bride in the South Sound. Titlow Lodge – Tacoma This…
Seattle Wedding Venue Wishlist Here in the gorgeous Pacific North West, amazing venues are definitely not hard to come by. I’ve had the joy of photographing weddings at some of the best Seattle Wedding Venues, including: Echo Falls Country Club, Thornewood Castle and Commellini Estate. As it goes, I’m always learning about new venues and…
A Seattle Love Story: Linnea & Tim’s Unforgettable Wedding at Salty’s on Alki Sometimes, in the midst of real life, we get to witness a fairytale unfold right before our eyes. And Linnea and Tim’s wedding? It was nothing short of magical. When I get the chance to second shoot for another talented photographer, I…
I shot Windmill Gardens on a Tuesday evening in April, during a styled shoot hosted by Rebecca Anne Photography and Holcomb Weddings & Events. This gave me a lot more time to get a good feel for the outdoor area of the venue, however, we didn’t use any of the indoor buildings so I don’t…
Today our blog post is written by Rhiannon Owen of 413 Weddings and Events! She’s here to provide us with some excellent advice on hiring your dream DJ and not getting stuck with someone who doesn’t fit your vision. Enjoy! xoxo, Markie The FIRST THING I ask the prospective Bride or Groom is: When is…
“Let’s go babe. We need a date night!” As your wedding approaches it’s easy to get caught up not only in the details of wedding preparation, but also in your ever expanding budget. My husband and I are all about having fun – isn’t that what life is all about? We also believe in the…
Some days you want to relive forever… Courthouse weddings are some of those days for me. They hold their own excitement, as if the couple simply walked into the courtroom out of their every day lives, to get married. For some, I’m sure it’s just about like that. Maybe they’re getting off work, or maybe…
It’s bad luck to see the bride in her wedding dress before the ceremony. But WHY? This superstition dates way back to the years when arranged marriages were common. During those times, the couple wasn’t allowed to see each other before the wedding AT ALL! Generally, marriages were treated as a business deal and daughters…
