Every once in awhile, I will take a photograph that I consider to be a distinct representation of our work. This image (above) is one of those images. When I finished editing it, I knew it was just perfect. I think I shouted down the hall to Jake that I just made magic happen, because I had given the perfect image the perfect finishing touch in photoshop. This photograph makes me all warm and fuzzy inside, and I know I will never tire of looking at it.

As a Wedding Photographer, I am so spoiled. I get to go to work and be in the presence of love. No matter what kind of weather we're having, or chaos that weddings can bring, for several moments throughout the wedding day I get to feel a little piece of the love that brings our couples together.

From the fabulous toasts, to comments from friends and family that I overheard, I know that I am not the only one who feels the presence of love around Jackie and Zach. These two have the ability to just look at each other and let the world around them melt away.

Jackie and Zach... we adore you guys, and we are so happy to have had the opportunity to photograph your wedding. Until the rest are ready, please enjoy these :)

Jackie and Zach had the most beautiful garden wedding this Summer. There were soooo many favorite images I wanted to blog, that I have decided to share them over two entirely different posts. Yes, there was just THAT much eye candy!

Jake and I were so spoiled... this was an entire outdoor wedding during one of the longest days of the year which means this was shot with 100% natural light. We don't get that a lot in Seattle, so we soaked up every last minute of it!

Today, you will see the gorgeous details of their wedding at Twin Willow Gardens in Snohomish.

Several of these details are part of the natural setting at Twin Willow Gardens, and some are the details added from Bride and Groom.

I was in editing heaven while I worked on these... so many beautiful colors, lighting and textures to play with... I feel an exceptional sense of peace when I look at these. I hope you enjoy them too :)
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You might remember Jayme and Jordan from their Engagement Shoot this Winter. A gorgeous, sunny day at Pike Place Market. And their wedding day this July was just as beautiful.... and a tad bit warmer :)

We took advantage of the fabulous Seattle summer, and took lots of photos outdoors. Jake and I just love ourselves a bride willing to build her wedding schedule around the photo opportunities, and Jayme did just that, allowing us lots of time for fun. Although the sun was super-bright mid-day, Jayme had found the perfect spot for photos, right underneath a gorgeous Willow tree at the park. The shade kept us all cool, and the drooping Willow branches provided the most beautiful varieties of green leaves as a backdrop. It tickled my senses thinking that nature provided us something so beautiful, for such a special occasion.

Jayme & Jordan's wedding was so much fun to photograph, from a super sweet Bride and Groom, to an entertaining wedding party, lots of family love, and special vintage touches, I am so proud to show off a few of my favorite images.

Jayme and Jordan... thank you for being so comfortable in front of the camera, and for trusting us to take the shots as we saw them. I'm still so amazed at how naturally you both relax in front of our big lenses! We hope you enjoy the photos :)

Ceremony Venue: St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Medina
Reception Venue: Maggiano's Little Italy
Flowers: Lawrence the Florist
Cake: Sweet Cakes
DJ: E-Rock Entertainment
Bridal & Bridesmaid Hair & Bridal Make Up: Gene Juarez Salons & Spas (Bellevue location)
Car Service: British Motor Coaches
Photography: Jake & Joey of Joey Nicole Photography

They wrote their own vows, their most intimate thoughts about each other, and read them in front of 175 of their closest friends and family. We're seeing it more and more these days, but something about what Katie and Joel had to say about each other had me especially tingly. These two knew from the moment they met that their connection was so much more than they'd expected. And at the W Hotel Seattle this 4th of July, they promised forever to each other.

With a color palette of pinks and purples, and a carte blanche pass for the florist, the details at this wedding were nothing short of phenomenal. When we complimented the bride & groom on such a gorgeous wedding, she could only explain it as the result of her obsession with one too many wedding blogs. So thank you, fellow bloggers, for inspiring such a stunning wedding for our happy couple. Jake and I just love ourselves a little eye candy :)

I dedicate these photos to the following...

*A makeup artist, Frederick, who did SO much more than just apply the Bride's makeup.
*The W Hotel Seattle's coordinator, Gretchen Wiseman, for being present, helpful, and just plain awesome every single moment throughout the day.
*Really amazing Groomsmen who looked the part, did the job, were forever patient, and so very nice.
*Bridesmaids, who did more than just hold flowers and look pretty. The best friends a Bride could have.
*Jamie Hansen, Makeup artist, for enhancing the Bridesmaids' already natural beauty.
The families, who trekked to the woods, in the rain, for some very important family photos.
*The Michael Benson Band, for bringing so much energy and life to the party. Anyone who can sound like the Black Eyed Peas and Journey all in one night are stars in my book :)
*Lea Czyzewski, owner of Florarama, for bringing Katie's vision to life in such a beautiful way.
*And of course, Katie and Joel, who braved more than a mist of rain for some romantic photos, and for letting us be the ones to capture your most important day. We wish you the brightest future.