Olive Our Moments

Okay, so seriously I have started this blog like three different times trying to figure out the most perfect and clever phrase to get you sucked into the photos that are to follow. Here is where the problem lies: when you get a chance to capture such an amazing event as this one–you are overwhelmed by the memories. Grabbing onto just one piece is hard. It’s like when a 5 year old explains their first trip to Disney Land in scattered-fragments of excitement: a so to speak Dr.Seuss book in a word blender. Slow down, pace yourself–right? Well, here are my favorite memory snap shots. First was when Lara walked out of the pages of “Most Gorgeous Brides of 2012″ and through the doors of the church. Stunning. Absolutely stunning. When the time came of her to proceed in with their father it looked like a spotlight was following Lara–the whole place was glowing with awe! Then we get the chance to meet one of the nicest grooms we have ever worked with. Luis was himself a stunning charm-cicle. My snippets of him are two fold–first is a sweet moment that happened too quickly to capture when he and his grandmother were locked in a glance that spoke: I love you, I’m proud of you, you are a wonderful man, and will be a fantastic husban—all in the flash of a millisecond. The second was when he saw Lara for the first time coming down the aisle. He was in a priceless stare that read: she chose me—wow!

The wedding was beautiful. The setting was St.Ignatius Loyola Catholic Chirch. It was lit mostly by the natural light and filled with love. The Father gave a perfect message that was personal and perfect to join together Lara and Luis.

Then we move into the reception…all I can say is dance envy.
Everyone in the room seemed to be born with a natural ability to move their hips like an invisible hoopla hoop contest. (All the while maintaining rhythm like human metronomes.) The night was filled with a mariachi band, an Arabic band, a Spanish DJ, a belly dancer, an amazing mediteranian cuisine, champagne, wine, friends, family and a contageous atmosphere of love. But my favorite part of the whole evening was this line dance that broke out. Everyone began to link up, lean to, and line dance. It was fabulous. Ellen and I had a blast shooting this weeding. We are very thankful to Lara and Luis for trusting us to be a part of your perfect day. Enjoy this little preview as we finish up the details.

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And we’re back.  Our Spring/Summer photography is kicking into full force. But truth be told, our wedding season started on April 14th. I had the honor of officiating my first wedding–uniting Jennifer Epps and Robert Sharp in wedded bliss. That will be one of the coolest moments of my life. I cannot believe that I am married to the most amazing person in the world, and I got the chance to unite Robert with his most amazing person. Pretty cool…

Now our wedding photography season was kicked off with the hypest party ever. (I know “hypest” is not a word, but this party deserves many made up words. Words like: cant-physically-dance-hard-enough-itis.) Attempting to explain the party (reception) will be a bit difficult. We will all have to wait for the final blog of Luis and Lara’s wedding so the photos can tell the tale. But picture this: over 8 hours of total reception, a live mariachi band, a live arabic band, DJ Ceasar, Mediterranean cuisine, liquid courage, and room full of people who were apparently born with the ability to dance. That scratches the surface a bit. Seriously, after experiencing Luis and Lara’s wedding, we hope to be invited to more of their events. We had so much. But who wouldn’t have fun when you are working with two beautiful people on the outside, equally beautiful on the inside, and completely sold out to loving one another. Thank you to Carla for connecting us, and thank you to Lara and Luis for trusting us with your special day. Much, much, more to come as we work on the final gallery.

Shame on me (I know) for not posting this earlier. We are finally through the holidays and gearing up for what are going to be some amazing weddings with some incredibly amazing clients. With that being said I do believe it is fitting to start the 2012 posts off with the finale of 2011.

Ellen and I again were so blessed to get the chance to hang out with this family for the beautiful union of Larry and Jennifer. Jennifer was an old friend of Ellen’s from way back in the awkward years of middle school. Their reacquainting was a bit serendipitous. Ellen works with an incredible company (selfless plug: http://www.flahertysflooring.com) helping them with PR and social networking. Jennifer’s mother happens to work with the same company. So only a few short months before Larry and Jennifer were to get married, Ellen realized the “small world” connections she had with Jennifer. And shortly thereafter: we are on board to capture this fantastic event.

Jennifer and Larry have actually became another client-turned-friend. We are so happy to have them as friends–they are quite the catch. But back to the wedding day itself. Jennifer was simply stunning in a dress custom made for her petite frame. (And the seamstress was none other than her own mother!) And Larry was suited with more than just slick threads: he was wearing a smile that bred the excitement of the day. He was truly enthralled by the perspective of seeing his sweet bride appear on that sacred aisle. The highlight of the night, however, tips completely in the direction of Jennifer. She surprised the crowd and her forever groom by singing “When You Say Nothing at All” to Larry and Larry alone while teary-eyed ladies watched with pitter-pattery hearts. (The men watched too, but I’m sure most of them just thought: “that’s pretty cool”). Kuddos to House Plantation (and Connie) for having such a priceless venue and spectacular event staff.

Larry, Jennifer, and family–thank you so much for the gift of being able to capture your special day…enjoy:

Pardon the little play on words with the blog title. Ellen and I were so excited to shoot the Key wedding. They were married at House Plantation off Becker Road in Hempstead. Part of our excitement was that we haven’t shot at House Plantation yet, and it is a beautiful property.

Jennifer and Larry are amazing people. The wedding bled their simple personalities and love for each other. Ellen and I love to see a wedding carry the signature of the bride and groom. The setting was outside with a Texas sunset in the background, a shy bride, an enamored groom, and their love for God front and center.

I wanted to put this quick preview together just to whet your appetite for the finished preview of their wedding. I look forward to sharing the complete story with some amazing photos. Thank you Larry and Jennifer for allowing us to capture your day (and making us feel more like guests than photographers!).