Jill + Josh :: Forever

Here's Jill + Josh, a wonderful couple from our hometown. They have the coolest story of how they met, and it's easy to see that they very much enjoy each other's company. They had some cute kids in the wedding party, one of whom was carrying around a camera taking pictures of everything that moved, and a lot of things that didn't. :) Kids are great.

At Jill + Josh's reception, instead of a dance, people got up and performed skits! They were all pretty funny, and very entertaining.

Jill + Josh, thanks for allowing us to be part of your special day! We wish you guys all the best, and we'll see you around!

Flowers by: Empire House

Cassie + Chad :: Forever

Last Saturday was a beautiful day in the Iowa country-side! There was a bit of a stiff breeze early on, but it wasn't too bad to work around. Chad is a firefighter for Riverside, Iowa, as were some of the guys in the wedding party. They scored a sweet old fire truck to leave the church in, which topped out at about 15 mph... so it's good they don't use it to fight fires anymore, or you'd be out of luck long before the firemen ever got to you!

Thanks for letting us be part of your big day, Cassie + Chad!! You guys were awesome to work with, especially when time was crunched and it was windy everywhere we went!

This picture took a little bit of effort to capture, because this kid was kindof shy.

The ring bearer was a riot! He was pretty excited for his uncle Chad, and couldn't wait to let him know!

I'm not sure how Jesi got the fireman's axe, but I'm not sure it was the safest idea! :) Just kidding, Jesi, it was great to see you and Nick again!

Jessie + Jon :: Forever

I'm finally getting around to posting the last wedding we did in 2008!  What a wedding to end the year on!  Jessie + Jon are amazing people to begin with, but their wedding at Parkview Church was so beautiful... from the huge snowflakes that drifted ever so gently from the sky, to their leaving the reception to a soapy cloud of bubbles... it was awesome.  

 Gotta love the little cowboys!  

As most of you know, or can guess, the weather plays a huge factor in whether or not we take outdoor photos on the wedding day.  Well, this particular Saturday, it was snowing like crazy... I think we ended up with 5 or 6 inches in as many hours.  Anyway, we had to find somewhere else to take pictures in the church, and what could be cooler than a ball pit??  There was an all-out ball-throwing war between Jon and the little cowboys right before these pictures...

The reception was at the Coralville Marriott, and it was time to step outside into the blizzard for a few shots.  I just couldn't help but think it looks like Narnia!  

Jon and some of this brothers are pro, or semi-pro baseball players, so it was fitting that they give these baseballs as their guest favors!  Then, Jessie + Jon spend some time autographing the baseballs for their guests.  I love it when couples look for ways to add personal touches to the wedding...

Jessie's brother played the music for the first dance/parents dances...

Katie + Tanner :: Forever

Last Saturday gave us yet another wedding at St Mary's in Iowa City.  We've been there pretty often the last couple of years, and it's great because it's just a short walk to downtown Iowa City and the old Capitol building.  The weather actually wasn't too bad, considering it was the end of November... it was brisk, but definitely a nice day.  

Katie and Tanner were a lot of fun to work with, as they were very much in love, and were very relaxed about the wedding!  Those two elements usually lead to great images, and an easy day for us. :)

Have a great trip you guys, and a wonderful Christmas!

That's what I've always said...

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As far as weddings go for 2008, this was #20, with one to go on Dec 20!  Then we'll take some vacation time after Christmas, go to some workshops, and make some snowmen with the kids.  

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It's time for a Christmas Contest!  Check back on Wednesday for details!  I can't wait... honestly.

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