Here's to the work friend that turn into friends in real life <3
Since basically forever, I've been trying to convince these two to let me take photos of them because they're so dang cute and I just knew they would turn out well. Tall, fit, good looking, I mean it wasn't hard to make them look good hahah. I'd like to take submit these photos into evidence for when people try to tell me I'm wrong HAHA. Kidding...kind of (:
XO - S
Venue: Bostic Lake Ranch
Couple: Jermey and Jenny
Bridesmaid Dresses: Lulus
Lead Photographer: Ashley Kay Photo
I kicked off my 2018 wedding season with Rebecca and Andrew at the Rainier Chapter House. It's located in the most adorable neighborhood and has such a charming feel!
I actually grew up going to church with Rebecca when we were little - I'm talking about we met when we were 5 little. So when she reached out about wedding photography I got so excited. Shooting weddings in general is such an honor and amazing experience, but getting to do it for someone you knew throughout childhood multiples that 10 fold.
With that said, I introduce you to the Harms!
XO - S
The lush greenery and snow capped mountain tops of Snoqualmie Pass made for a beautiful backdrop during Jennifer and Matts engagement session. I say it all the time but we seriously love in a beautiful state. I'm pretty sure I was drooling during this session because the setting and couple were STUNNING!
XO - S
Josh, Kayla, and their wedding party were such a dream to work with.
These two are proof that great relationships begin with friendships. Josh + Kayla met when they were adolescents, and when Josh was 5 years old he told his mom he was going to marry her....CRAZY RIGHT?! It's like a real life love novel! Not only do they have an amazing love story, but they also have a fantastic group of friends. This was hands down one of the most fun wedding parties I have ever worked with, they helped make the day that much more enjoyable.
Josh + Kayla, thank you for allowing me to photograph your day alongside with Jan! I wish you two nothing but the best and can't wait to see where your life takes you!
XO - S
If you know me, then you are probably familiar with Evan + Marissa. For those of you who don't, Evan + Marissa are two of my husband and I's best friends. We met them in college during our time at PLU.
Fast forward a few years to December 2016. Evan was diagnosed with cancer and it rocked all of our worlds. Marissa has been his rock through this all. These two have the type of love story that you read about in books. Unconditional and unwavering. They serve as an inspiration to us all.
He has been such a trooper the entire time - in fact, he had just underwent some major surgery shortly before this shoot but still managed to rock it. I mean seriously, once you see these pictures you'll understand. I'm so excited you two have a wedding date and can't wait to be standing by your side on your wedding day!!
XO - S
I met Rachel through the stylized shoots I did with Ella Ever After Weddings - she did the makeup for all the brides and they looked stunning. You can view those pictures here, here, and here!
She saw the way I worked with the couples and my end results and decided to book me for her and her fiances engagement photos and I couldn't have been more excited. The weather was AMAZING this day, like really hot, so mid-session we stopped for Molly Moons Ice Cream which probably led to some of my favorite photos to date. Alex + Rachel, thanks for exploring Seattle with me :D
XO - S
I have been wanting to take pictures of Bri and Kelvin ever since I first met them. They are two people who are madly in love, are always down for a good time, and know how to make anyone laugh. I knew that pictures with them would be magical, and let me tell ya...they were! Check them out and you'll see why!
XO - S
I met Holly during my time at PLU and grew to love her and Marco's story. They have been together since highschool and have two beautiful daughters together! The stars have aligned and they will now be having the wedding of their dreams. When we first started talking about shoot locations she had mentioned that her and Marco had met on a farm. I had been wanting to shoot at Ft Steilacoom park for a while and knew this would be the perfect location for them. We were all amazed at the beauty of this park and multiple times found ourselves saying. "wow! it doesn't even feel like we are in Tacoma."
XO - S
