I have been waiting forever to post these photos because I am so desperately in love with this wedding.. It was my last wedding of 2008, and definitely one of my favorites, especially because it was so unique. From the location to Jenni’s attire to the reception schedule, everything was just a little bit different. Jenni and Cade were both so easygoing, it was obvious that they cared much more about being with each other and spending time with their friends than adhering to the traditional wedding routine. It was definitely a laid back, intimate affair, and one of the most beautiful ceremonies I’ve ever had the privilege of shooting. The vast majority of my ceremonies are held in dark churches with strict photography rules that limit me to basically one perspective. It was such a breath of fresh air – literally! – to be able to shoot a sunny, outdoor wedding where I could be free to be more artistic and try different angles and perspectives. I wish more of my brides would consider this option for their wedding – it makes for some unbelievable photos!
Here are a few of my favorite images from their wedding day:
Jenni and Cade, thank you so much for allowing me to spend your wedding day with you. It truly was one of my favorite thus far, and you guys taught me a lot about how a small, relaxed, unique wedding can be just as meaningful and memorable as a big, traditional, no-holds-barred wedding. And thanks for being patient on the blog post, too! ;)
Also a huge shout out to the lovely and talented Gara for sending these two my way and for being her fabulous self!!
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The bride has great style. I am lovin the short dress. Great shots of the couple and the cupcake tower. Thanks for sharing Stacy!
Love the editing turning the background lights into hearts! Nice touch.
You KILLED this wedding! Those bride pics at the beginning are RadTACULAR!
How pretty!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks you sharing!
Did you change the blurred background lights in the last pic to be hearts or was that just a fortunate accident?
That was intentional.. I used a heart-shaped bokeh filter for a few images. A little cheesy, but I still like it :)
Obviously not an accident… I noticed the other blur shot. These are really great Stacy. I eagerly await all your blog posts… this one was as great as all the others!
really? well employed – I didn’t know it existed!
I came to leave a comment to ask about the heart shaped bokeh, but everyone else beat me to it. Really cool effect, Stacy!
Love the bride and groom portraits! Beautiful details! Just a great job with all of it. (I also enjoyed the heart-shaped bokeh).
I LOVE the botanical gardens!!! And you did an awesome job capturing a gorgeous wedding, the bride is really stunning. I love visiting your blog, you always have great posts!
lol @ the heart shaped bokeh. I have done this with my Christmas lights but never at a wedding. You killed this wedding, the simplicity of your processing combined with your steller composition constantly leave me amazed. I can’t wait to hopefully meet you some day!
These are absolutely beautiful! I’m wanting to get married in the Botanical Gardens as well and am looking for a photographer. What time of year was this wedding, the flowers are perfect!
This wedding was in mid-November of 2008. The flowers were beautiful but it was very cold!!
These pictures are beautiful! I absolutely love the wedding and reception venues. Can you tell me where the reception was held?
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