I enjoyed every minute Amanda and I spent together during her wedding consultation. She was so happy and excited to tell me about her wedding. She told me about her fiancee Jesse and his family. We talked about Amanda’s family and I was so pleased to hear her say that she thought I’d get along great with everyone. I could tell Amanda was very close with her family, so I took that as a huge complement and hopped I would live up to their expectations! When March 29th rolled around I surprised Amanda by showing up at Jaazz Salon where she was getting her make up done. I’m happy I went because those are some of my favorite images! Salons are so colorful and there are details and props everywhere! I’m especially pleased with the wedding ring on top of the Moroccan Oil box where I changed the words to say “Amanda’s Big Day” with the wedding date printed at the bottom of the image. After the salon I headed to St. Mary’s church in the Spokane Valley. Everyone was “in the moment” and I could tell they were a close bunch and comfortable around each other and happy to be there for Amanda and Jesse. After the first look I spent some time photographing Amanda and Jesse. I was moving about and just kind of doing my thing when I heard Amanda say to Jesse, “See, don’t you just love her?!” Haha I didn’t say anything at the time because I’m a firm believer in keeping the wedding day about the bride and groom. But now that I’m writing on my blog I get to say that I heard you Amanda! Haha And I want to thank you! That means the world to me that you knew I’d get along with your family and your husband and help make your day fun and memorable in the best way possible! Your wedding party was cracking me up, from Ryan taking out his false teeth (hockey stick to the mouth busted out two teeth!) to your wonderful girls striking a pose for me at the reception! Everyone was so wonderful! You’re truly blessed! I wish you and Jesse all the best! Cheers! xoxo, Emily
