Monday, May 25, 2009

Angel Getting Married (soon!)

Angel and I got together to do a bridal session last weekend. She will be marrying Joseph on June 6th and I am really looking forward to capturing their wedding day in pictures.

First stop, the studio...

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Then the arboretum, which you know is one of my favorite spots...

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From there we headed to the Veteran's Memorial on 82nd St. The architecture company that Angel works for designed this site so it is special to her, and it turned out to be a great place for some photos.

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Angel, thanks for spending your Saturday with me! It was lovely to meet your sister, Kirsten, and I'm glad she was able to come along and help out with all that veil :) See you in June! Karen

Thursday, May 21, 2009

Chelsea and Jeremy

Chelsea and Jeremy met and dated all through high school in the (very) small town of Denver City. They made it official last Friday at Yoakum County Park and the ceremony was sweet and beautiful... and wet. That's right folks, it poured rain, then sprinkled, then poured rain again for about two hours. About the time everyone started thinking they should move things inside the rain slowed down enough to go ahead with the ceremony. We all ran outside and watched as the bridal party rushed through the procession and Jeremy and Chelsea rushed through the I Do's for fear that it would start pouring again, and the whole thing was over just in time for... perfect weather. Yes, not a drop of rain and just enough cloud cover to keep things cool. And that's why we love West Texas.

The dress, and of course, I gotta get a shot of the shoes...

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Getting ready with a little help from mom (and check out the fabulous detail on the back of the dress, love it!)

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Looking gorgeous...

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One of the guys and one of the gals...

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One with mom...

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And a kiss from dad.

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Cute flower girls :)

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A quick blessing...

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the rings...

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the kiss...

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Married!!

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Got the bride and groom alone for a couple of shots afterward...

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This old piano was hiding in the corner of the clubhouse so I thought I'd put it to good use...

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Ready for cake!

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Love this cake topper :)

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Sign your life away, Jeremy! I just love Chelsea's expression in the shot on the left...

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Jeremy had everyone cracking up over the garter...

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And last but not least, the first dance.

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Chelsea and Jeremy, thank you so much for trusting me with your extra special day! I truly enjoyed every minute spent with you and your families. Everyone made me feel right at home and a part of everything, and the barbeque wasn't bad either!
Chelsea, you are a beautiful girl and I hope your handsome and funny husband keeps you laughing throughout the rest of your lives together. I wish you both the very best future ever! K:)

Saturday, April 18, 2009

Devnie at 15

Who doesn't love a good quinceanera? Well this was my first one and let me tell you, I had no idea what I was in for! Devnie is a beautiful girl and obviously very loved, she had fourteen padrinos and ten sponsers, not to mention her parents, grandparents and about 100 friends and other family members, all doting on her for this very special day. The ceremony was lovely and the party afterwards, wow, great fun! I was honored to be a part of it all. Thanks Devnie and mom, Marisa!

First stop, the hair salon...

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Getting pretty...

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From a little girl to a young lady...

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The smallest padrino...

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An arch of roses...

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A blessing from the pastor...

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Lots of gifts and lots of hugs...

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After about 8000 group pictures I'm sure Devnie had cramps in her cheeks!

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Then off to the party in a big limo...

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Details, details...

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Time to switch shoes with some help from dad...

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Devnie and friends did a big group dance in their matching shirts...

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Some cake and a toast and then (phew!) off to bed!

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Goodnight, grown up Devnie! Maybe I'll see you at your wedding in a few, no make that several, years! Thanks for including me in your big day, I wish you all the best in the future.