When I arrived at the beautiful Fairmont Olympic Hotel in Seattle, Washington I had no idea what to expect of the two people who’s wedding I would be documenting that day. My good friend Bethany Murphy had booked this wedding and I was her second shooter which I knew would be so much fun. The only things I knew about the couple, having never met them, were that their names were Jen and Josh and that they were both in the air force. As Bethany knocked on sweet number 742, I was feeling the excitement of getting to do what I love- photograph weddings! I still cant believe how lucky I am to get flown all the way to Seattle to take pictures =)
Jen answered the door with a big smile on her face and I instantly knew this was going to be a good day. Every person involved in this wedding was so wonderful to be around. I got the sense of a super tight knit family who loved each other and supported each other no matter what. I never heard one complaint or frustration or felt any stress from anyone. It was just calm, peaceful, and filled with joy.
Thanks so much Josh and Jen for inviting me to share in your day and another thanks goes out to fisheyestudio’s Josh and Rafael who rocked the videography. And a super huge thank you goes to Bethany for asking me to shoot this wedding with her. She is an amazing photographer and friend and I look forward to shooting with her more!
We started with the family hanging out in Jen’s suite laughing and eating breakfast as Jen started getting ready.
This dress shot is so cool! The idea came from Josh and Rafael =)
Here is Jen looking at the wedding present Josh made her. Its a photo book of their engagement!
This was a really sweet gift from Jen’s Dad. He signed this ball in reference to their family expression “Be The Ball.”
Jen’s sisters watching her get ready.
There is just something about this photo that I love. I cant quite put my finger on it…
Josh getting a helping hand from his brother.
Jen also got Josh a wedding present- a journal filled with all of their best memories! These two are so sweet to each other. I’m sure they are going to have a very romantic life together.
Jen is stunning! She is an effortless beauty and that dress was so dramatic.
I love this moment between Jen and her dad as she gets ready to see Josh for the first time that day.
The first look! First looks are so special. I’m so glad that they seem to becoming more and more popular with couples because its such a nice moment for them and it makes so much time for pictures before the ceremony.
This has to be one of my favorite shots from the day. Talk about drama with that dress on those stairs.
Jen’s mom and twin sister bustling her dress.
Josh’s dad looking very debonair. This photo has such a cool vibe to me.
bethany had the fabulous idea of renting umbrellas from a custom shop called Bella Umbrella in Seattle. The pictures were great as a result!
This shot makes my heart happy. It looks timeless. We had so much fun shooting outside the hotel.
A very happy Josh as his bride walks down the aisle to meet him.
The moment in this photo between Jen and her dad has to be one of my favorite wedding photos to date.
There were some very funny and heartfelt toasts.
The happy couple!
Sitting on the sofa after a long day filled to the brim with happiness and laughter. I love this photo!
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