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 :)
Zach waiting for Jackie, just before their First Look...
Often, I find myself striving so hard for the creative, when I am reminded that simple and straightforward is so timeless and beautiful. I adore this shot...
I mentioned this in Part 1, but the wedding took place at Twin Willow Garden in Snohomish. Just beautiful!
They wrote their own vows... at trend we're seeing much more often lately. Such a nice, personal touch to the ceremony.
Okay, this was interesting... the land owner wanted to show us the "Outdoor Bedroom" on the property. Hidden away, we had no idea what to expect. It used to have a gorgeous view of the valley, but has since been surrounded by tree growth. It turned out to be the perfect, private spot for Jackie and Zach to exchange some wedding love notes :)
Toasting was done at the most PERFECT time for lighting. I am still drooling over this light!
The first dance. My shot on the left, and Jake's on the right. Such a bonus, having 2 photographers :)
Okay kids, smoking is BAD. But it looks sooooo cool in these photos, doesn't it? :)
The getaway car!
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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Jake found the perfect spot for this image of Jackie's stunning bridal gown...
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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Zach made this sign by hand... when we arrived at the wedding, he was knee-deep in the ditch planting it here :)
The Bridal Bouquet...
Jake found the perfect spot for this image of Jackie's stunning bridal gown...Some cooling refreshments for a hot, Summer day...
The Groom himself made the cupcake stand! Cupcakes provided by 
Megan Blaine:
These photos are SO dreamy! Love the colors and the feel. Great work.
(08.07.10 @ 01:35 PM)
addie:
These are awesome Joey! Cannot wait for you to shoot our wedding!!! :)
(08.08.10 @ 12:20 PM)
Zach Wist:
I am amazed. You captured so much of that warm atmosphere and turned it into art. thank you so much, im very pleased that we went with you guys to do our photos. you do amazing work. thank you.
Dee Bertram:
Joey and Jake, everytime I look at the photos (and I've looked at them many times) I get tears in my eyes. The very first one is by far the best photo I've ever seen. Thanks so much for doing such a wonderful and caring job.
(08.11.10 @ 01:42 PM)
Zach's mom:
Awesome job! These make me all happy inside!
(08.12.10 @ 02:22 PM)
Joey Nicole:
Thanks for all the lovely comments everyone! So happy you're all enjoying the photos :)
(08.13.10 @ 01:03 PM)
Nancy Smith-Berard:
:Lovely pictures.. are there the lst set not posted yer Can hardly wait to see all the family pictures taken beforehand. Zach's Grandma Nancy.
(08.18.10 @ 10:59 PM)
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
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
Katie:
Beautiful pictures! I simply adore that one of that little boy- he is too precious!
(07.30.10 @ 05:14 PM)
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.
Maud, we love your boundless energy & love of life. Thank you for all you have sent our way :)
A special shout out and a Happy One-Year Anniversary go out to our adorable friends, Liz & Jeff (on the left here). It was at Liz and Jeff's wedding on the Fourth of July 2009 where Katie and Joel found out about our photography. May you all have fabulous anniversaries filled with fireworks for the rest of your lives :)
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.
Maud, we love your boundless energy & love of life. Thank you for all you have sent our way :)
A special shout out and a Happy One-Year Anniversary go out to our adorable friends, Liz & Jeff (on the left here). It was at Liz and Jeff's wedding on the Fourth of July 2009 where Katie and Joel found out about our photography. May you all have fabulous anniversaries filled with fireworks for the rest of your lives :)
Maud :
Another beautiful set of photos Joey! You are amazing. . .
(07.28.10 @ 09:08 PM)
I was SO excited for this wedding. A bit of that nervous, tingling-in-my-tummy type of anxiety that only comes when I just want to do so well for our clients. We always aim to shoot work that we are proud of, but it really means nothing at all unless are clients are as equally pleased. We know that a wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime event, and we are always so honored to be chosen as a couple's photographer. Lucky for me, I have Jake by my side to shoot with me, relieve some of that burden, make me laugh, and share in the excitement of it all.
We had the opportunity to get to know Stephanie and Thomas over the last several months, and just knew this would be a great wedding. They are such a sweet, sweet couple, and all we wanted was to do right by them through these photos.
Stephanie & Tom, we are so happy that your wedding brought us together and that we now consider you not just clients, but friends. I hope these images are a nice welcome home from your Mexico honeymoon!
A huge thanks to everyone who made this wedding a success:
Bridal Hair & Make Up: Lindsey Watkins
Flowers: Aria Style
Dress: I Do Bridal (dress by Maggie Sottero)
Band: Craig Lawrence Band
Ceremony: Bastyr University Chapel
Reception: The Garden at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel
Photography: Joey Nicole Photography
Enjoy the photos!
Katie:
Joey, these are amazing-these pictures literally gave me chills! What a beautiful bride and groom, and what a beautiful peek into their day! I don't know how you manage to tell such a story with just a few photographs. This post makes me even more excited for you to shoot our wedding next weekend (as if that is possible!)
(06.24.10 @ 03:03 PM)
Stephanie:
Wow~ The pictures turned out amazing! Thank you so much Joey and Jake for making our special day even better!! I felt like the day flew by so quickly and I missed so many of the details, but I'm glad to have these pictures to remind me of each moment. I can't wait to see the rest of the photos!
(06.29.10 @ 05:02 PM)
Rachel:
Wow, these are so awesome Joey! Stephanie and Thomas were sure lucky to have you capture their day, and it makes me so excited for you to shoot our wedding in October!
(07.15.10 @ 03:37 PM)
Um.. pretty much amazing! LOVE our photos and we are so impressed with how they turned out! Thanks Joey and Jake. We will always look back at these and remember how lucky we were to have you guys as our photographers.
(08.10.10 @ 09:25 PM)Zach...I barely recognized you with your hair! Congratulations to both of you. It looks like you had the wedding that dreams are made of. I love the sandels! Congratulations to both of you. May God bless your marriage. Cherry (Ryan Yurchisons Mom)
(08.12.10 @ 02:34 PM)