Chico State Engagement: Calen and Courtney

To this day, I still get so excited anytime a couple emails us about photography. We just feel so honored. So I definitely mean it when I say we were so excited to work with Calen and Courtney. Calen and Courtney live in Southern California, so we first met them on the day of their engagement session. But it felt like we had known them longer. They are the kind of people who make the best out of every moment. They are ambitious, generous and we just loved getting to know them. They are great people, and even better together. They met at Chico State and we wanted to make sure that was a part of their photographs. Let's just say the campus couldn't have been more beautiful. Seriously, we were blessed with some amazing fall weather and fall colors that day.

Thank you SO much Calen and Courtney. Thank you for letting us be a part of this season of your life. You really are beautiful people, inside and out.

Much Love, K and K

Courtney, you are beautiful...

The Palms Wedding: Mitch and Amanda Tease...

Congratulations to Mitch and Amanda! Saturday was such an amazing day -- with so many details that I can hardly wait to share. We are so excited for you and hope you have the best time ever in the Bahamas! Much Love friends! K and K

Chico Wedding Photography: Luke and Crystal Tease...

Loved capturing this wedding on Saturday. Even with a bit of rain, it was an amazing day! Many thanks to Melinda and Alexa with Just This Ranch for giving us a perfect backdrop. Happy Memorial Day Friends! So thankful for all the sacrifices that others have made for freedom in this country. We are blessed. K and K

Chico Wedding Photographer: Max and Kelsey

Dear Max and Kelsey, Every time I sit down to write these posts I get overwhelmed because there is so much to say. First, we just want to say thank you. Thank you for being you. Thank you for having so much class and treating people with amazing love. Thank you for giving us the chance to see your story unfold.

We want you to know that you have style. And we loved capturing that. You are beautiful people and we are so glad you married one another. Your wedding day was truly a reflection of your sweet spirits and joy for life. We are blessed to know you.

There are so many more photos than this, but hardly enough time or space to showcase all of them. So here is a start to reliving your wedding day. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for allowing us into your lives.

Much Love, K and K

And if you missed the first part of the day, here is a link to that.

Ok -- can two people be more excited to be together?

You two stop it... looking so good!

Loved these girls. They are all so beautiful! Once again, Melinda with M Creations did an amazing job with the bouquets and you will see her work in the centerpieces as well.

The wedding ceremony was held at Bidwell Presbyterian in downtown Chico.

We then moved to the Chico Event Center for an incredible reception.

We took a few more photos right before their entrance into the reception

Let's just say there were some entertaining toasts given in an honor of these two.

Kelsey, you are the best!

Platinum Productions kept this dance party moving. Such a blast!

Cheers to an amazing wedding! We always get kind of sad to see it all end, but we know that the best is yet to come. Marriage is amazing!

Chico Wedding Photographer: Josh and Katie Part One

Dear Josh and Katie, Words don't seem fitting for thank you. Really, we are honored, grateful and blessed to have captured your day. You treated us like friends -- and you treat everyone that way. Things like this don't go unnoticed. We love your style -- and how you brought so many of elements of that to your wedding day. May you have a wonderful, sweet life together. Here is part one from your amazing wedding day.

Much Love, K and K

Josh and Katie both prepared to see each other at Hotel Diamond in downtown Chico.

Oh yes, Vera Wang -- you did a gorgeous job with this dress...

Katie, you are full of joy!

Definitely going to need to write a blog post about these boutonnieres. Josh is looking so dapper in his suit. Definitely inpspiring...

You are both stunning...

The first look... followed by many portraits to come...

Cheers to our friends! More to come next week. Have a great three day weekend!

Chico Wedding Photographer: Aric and Cinnamin Part Two

Dear Aric and Cinnamin, Again, we cannot thank you enough for your authenticity, for giving us a glimpse of your life together and letting us be a part of your wedding day. In finishing your photos, we continue to see such joy in your relationship. You have simple, yet elegant style and that definitely came through on your wedding day. Like we said before -- your day just felt like "home". The two of you bring out the best in people, putting them at ease. So thank you, Aric and Cinnamin. You guys are wonderful!

Much Love, K and K

If you didn't see part one on Friday, you may want to scroll through those first. Here is their reaction upon seeing one another....

Seriously, they are so fun! And they are so beautiful...

Aric graduated from the Physical Science Program -- so he asked if we could take a photo in front of the building. These turned out to be some of my favorites...

This was just a candid, between portraits, and I love the composition and their expressions.

The bridesmaid dresses were from Nordstrom... Now I know why I liked them so much!

Even the programs went perfectly with their simple, yet elegant theme....

The ceremony took place at the Bidwell Bowl Ampitheater on a gorgeous fall day!

The reception details were again just so simple, yet lovely!

Upper crust did a great job with the cake once again...

And as the guests made their way to the Arroyo Room for the reception, we took a few more photos right here in the park...

Cinnamin added these details to her look, for the reception. I love it!

And we will end here -- a look at their first dance...

Vendors: Ceremony Venue: Bidwell Bowl Ampitheater Reception Venue: Arroyo Room Cake: Upper Crust Florist: M Creations Videographer: Stephen Diaz Productions

Chico Photographer: Baby Dylan Tease...

Currently, I am getting very little sleep :) My days consist of so many great things -- but my oh my, can it make a woman tired. When I looked at October, knowing that the cutest of newphews would be born this month as well, I just knew. I knew it was going to be a "hold on for dear life, God give me energy" kind of month. So that is what we are doing. And trying to savor every moment as well. I am so thankful for all that is happening in our life! And, I am so thankful that Starbucks is still making great coffee for times like these :) And yesterday, I had two photo sessions. Here is one tease, from one session, for now. Baby Dylan, you are one! What an incredibly fast year! I love working with his family!

So, cheers to Friday and the fact that my Dad comes for a visit today! It's going to be a great weekend!

Chico California Engagement Photographer: Mike and Andrea

This couple is just the sweetest! Together they are stunning and they have a zeal for life. Mike is a baseball player for the Boston Red Sox Minor League. He is strong and a protector to his girl. Andrea works for Enloe and is so full of joy. She adores Mike. I love how they treat one another and working with them, even in one hundred and seven degree weather, was absolutely wonderful! Cheers to these two! Your wedding will be an unforgettable affair!

We started at a family farm, as the two grew up close to here and Andrea's Dad is a dairy farmer...

Andrea, you are gorgeous!

To All My Sisters Out There: Your Wedding Day Shoe

When I saw on my calendar, that today was going to be a "To All My Sisters Out There" post, I knew exactly what I would write. When you see the pair of shoes below, you will know exactly why I was inspired. I like shoes. I don't own a lot of shoes, but I love to photograph shoes. So, I am already biased as I write this post. Every weddding, I look forward to photographing a bride's shoes. Give me a good pair of heels to photograph, and I am all over it. They make for beautiful photos and a perfect addition to a wedding album.

Ok, now that we got that out of the way, let me tell you why I think a bride should give thought to her pair of shoes.

When I meet with a bride, we often chat about their wedding day vision. And along with this, what is their personal style -- what kind of dress will they be wearing, will they wear a veil, and what kind of accessories will they choose. Then we get to the shoes. I don't know why, but there is something about shoes that makes women swoon. We get all giddy. This is the point in my meetings, where most women, bust out their iphone and show me a photo of the shoes they have chosen for their big day.

And so this tells me something. It tells me that the shoe a bride chooses, has significance to her. It is her way of sharing more of her personality and style. I have never photographed the same shoe, and so perhaps this is why they are an important part of a wedding day. The pair of heels or shoes that a bride chooses, are certainly unique and telling.

In the end, I realize that it is just a pair of shoes. And while these are small details to a wedding day, it is still once in a lifetime. So consider what story your pair of shoes will tell.

Cheers to the Thursday! And the fact that I now want to wear heels tonight!

PS: Don't you love this bride's choice of shoes?

Chico California Wedding Photographer: Holding Onto Summer

We are holding onto every last bit of summer in this household and treasuring the sun and the slower pace for one last week. So hold on with us, and know that next week will be all things weddings and engagements once again...

Chico California Wedding Photographer: Billy and Bri Part One

Billy and Bri are married! Kenny and I were so touched to be a part of this day, especially considering that the couple would invite us all the way to Seattle, Washington. We love traveling for weddings, so this was especially sweet!The wedding took place at a beautiful venue, on the Olympic Peninsula, The Edgewater House. The details were stunning. Everything from the bridesmaid dresses to the shoes to the view. What a beautiful day.

When couples hire us for the entire day, we really get to capture all of the details from beginning to end. So here is the beginning of their day. Cheers to Billy and Bri! You put together such a special wedding day. Thank you for sharing that with us!

Billy serves as a part of the military, and so I can appreciate his serious looks. He is so awesome!

And in case you were wondering... This first look and the rest of the wedding will be blogged early next week!

Chico California Wedding Photographer: A Seattle Coast Affair Wedding Tease...

We made the trek on Thursday -- to the gorgeous Pacific Northwest. And on Friday, we photographed a beautiful wedding on the beaches of the Seattle Harbor. Congratulations Billy and Bri! We are so blessed to work with you! Here is a tease of the beautiful Bri! More to come this week....

Chico California Photographer: Happy Birthday Kenny

Dear Kenny, Well, you are twenty nine today. I have known you exactly ten years this month and it has been the sweetest of my life. Thank you for who you are Stone.

Thank you for getting up every morning, with so much joy and working so hard for our family Thank you for never complaining about my poor cooking skills Thank you for always making me laugh Thank you for cleaning the shower each week, because you know it is not my favorite Thank you for listening Thank you for leading me Thank you for your patience Thank you for watching 27 Dresses with me way too many times in the past three years Thank you for giving up so many Saturdays to photograph weddings with me Thank you for your creativity Thank you for your courage Thank you for letting me hear your jokes over and over again because secretly I like them Thank you for our impromptu dates to Starbucks, that end up being unforgettable Thank you for all of your encouragement Thank you for all of your cuteness (not sure you want to be called that, but I adore you) Thank you for texting me from across the gym, just to tell me I like cute on the treadmill Thank you for your friendship Thank you for your strength Thank you for holding my hand on the Tower of Terror at Disneyland because I was truly scared Thank you for protecting me and making sure all of the doors are locked at night Thank you for pushing me when I want to give up Thank you for dreaming with me

Mostly, thank you for loving God so much, for running after Him, and putting Him first in all you do. You have changed my life for the better, thank you for loving me.

I love you Stone! Happy 29th birthday to my favorite person in the whole world!

One of my all time favorite photos of Kenny, with our niece Adelaide...

Chico California Wedding Photographer: Jared and Ashley

I met Jared and Ashley at Starbucks -- they were so eager to get married. Jared is full of charisma and energy. Ashley is a little more reserved and adorable. When they booked me for their wedding, I was thrilled. Here are two people, who met in Junior High about to be married. The wedding ceremony held many stories of their romance and friendship. The day held laughter and tears and celebration.Again -- I stood in awe of the amazing stories I get to capture, this being one of them. Thank you to the Bracewells and Fosters for letting me into such an amazing day. Thank you for making Kenny and I feel like family. We left with hearts full and lots of memories.

Oh yes, and wouldn't you agree that any wedding day that begins with red shoes, is going to be a great day?

Ashley got ready in an old choir room... The photos may tell a bit of that story too... Her accessories were so personal -- each holding a different story or pasttime.

A gorgeous bride for sure....

Jared -- you are awesome!

Ashley and Jared chose not to see one another before the wedding..

So, here is their first look...

Some of my favorite portraits of the two of them...

The details inside the reception were awesome -- and yes, the candy station did have chocolate covered corn nuts...

The cake was beautiful...

The reception began with their first dance and ended with even more dancing... I wish I could blog the entire thing, but enjoy these last few glimpses of their amazing day!

Wedding Information: Venue: Neighborhood Church Flowers: Chico Florist Catering: Italian Guy Gown: David's Bridal Cake: Mim's Bakery

Chico California Wedding Photographer: Country Club Wedding Tease...

Crystal and Matt were married yesterday at a beautiful venue in Redding. As I began downloading their photos, I got lost in her portraits and just wanted to post these two for now... There will be so much more to show and I promise Matt will be on the blog soon as well. Crystal, you are beautiful!

Chico California Wedding Photographer: Sunday Afternoon Wedding Tease...

There has been a moment in every wedding this summer where I have been overwhelmed to tears with how blessed I am to do what I do. It was during Levi and Heidi's first dance, that I felt the tears welling up once again. Congratulations you two! Thank you so much for letting me be a part of your amazing day! Here is just a tease for now...

Chico California Wedding Photography: Brent and Jade

When I met Brent and Jade for their consultation, I knew that I wanted to photograph their wedding. They are two unique people, and have a blend of so many distinct traits about them. Jade is reserved, yet bold. Brent is brilliant with graphic design and loves music. Together -- they are stronger and loved. Their wedding day was fun -- it was filled with people, people that love them.These photos are just a tiny glimpse into their day... If only I had more time to fill more pages of this blog with stories. So, cheers to Brent and Jade. Thank you so much. I am honored to know you both.

Jade, you are a stunning bride.

The first look....

Right before the ceremony, we took a few photos of Jade with her birdcage veil. Stunning for sure...

The ceremony was very casual and I really like how happy they are!

Some of the details... Jade hand picked each wine glass for their day and the treats were homemade as well...

This Taco Truck catered their meal...

Jade had a sweet cocktail dress for the reception...

They celebrated all evening, but for the sake of an already very long blog post, I will end here... There first dance as newlyweds.

And by the end of this night -- Kenny and I were tuckered. We had shot two weddings, back to back days, in different states. An unforgettable summer so far.

Wedding Vendors: Venue: Chico CARD Center Florist: Chico Florist DJ: Platinum Productions Makeup: The Powder Room Catering: The Taco Truck

Chico California Wedding Photographer: Mallory and Chris

Chris and Mallory were married at Centerville Estates on a warm summer day. And I was honored to be a part of that day. To catch special glimpses between the two of them. To capture the special bond that each of them have with their families and friends. I was honored to see them married and hear the toasts and watch their first dance... They met in college -- living only a floor a part, but not for long. The two of them became fast friends and fell for each other quickly. Mallory loves how Chris protects her and Chris loves the way that Mallory's smile can light up a room. I can tell that the people around them look up to Chris and Mallory. The two have something very special.

So cheers to Chris and Mallory. Thank you so much for everything! I am more than grateful!

The wedding ceremony was beautiful, and the flower girl just as sweet as can be :)

What a sweet relationship Mallory has with her parents :)

Some details from the reception -- They used animal silouhettes instead of table numbers for the guest seating. So unique :)

The Dancing was beautiful... Chris chose to dance with his sister, Lily, for a special song. Lily adores her brother.

I hope Kenny and I will always be like this...

The night went on and was followed by toasts and more dancing. Here is one of my final and favorite shots of the two...

Chico California Wedding Photographer: Jared and Ashley are Married....

Just a tease from this sweet wedding yesterday. Cheers to Ashley and Jared and more photos will come soon!

Chico California Wedding Photographer: Brent and Jade Tease...

This beautiful couple was married on Sunday. What an amazing wedding with so many details. Wait until you see their celebration. Cheers to the newlyweds!

Among the details, was this beautiful veil....