Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Tom & Nicole Nelson - September 15, 2007

Tom and Nicole are such an awesome couple.  I actually had the chance to travel through Israel with Tom last year and let me tell you, he can throw down a mean robot dance in the middle of the desert.  Aside from his madstyle wicked-sick moves, he's one of the most rock solid, God-fearing people I know.  I was truly blessed to be a part of their special day.

The two exchanged vows, led by Aaron Porter, and celebrated at the Paso Robles Inn. From Nicole's cascading bouquet to the seemingly endless line dancing at the reception, their wedding was definitely one to treasure.



A good friend and photographer, Jake, took the pictures below.










I pray that God blesses the two of you richly in your new life together. Much love.

Monday, September 8, 2008

Christopher & Lauren Cook - August 16, 2008

I met Chris and Lauren at the Madonna Wedding Fair and it's been a blast getting to know and work with these two since then. Their story ought to be turned into a Hollywood movie - Lauren was a teller where Chris banked, and after having friends write him check after check, just so he could deposit them and hopefully see his "bank teller angel," he finally found the courage to ask her out.  The rest, as they say, is history.

The wedding was simply amazing.  Chris and Lauren did a phenomenal job of planning their special day, and it showed. Overlooking Edna Valley, they exchanged vows at Tiber Canyon Ranch - a beautiful country setting with log cabins, intricate metal work and indescribable panoramic views. DJ Greg Perez from Playtime Productions confidently spun the tunes and MC'd for the night. From the Red Rider BB Guns to coolest cake topper I have ever seen, the Cook wedding was one that will not soon be forgotten.



Chris came to me after not being completely thrilled with his first photographer and I introduced the lovely couple to Ely Roberts, a good friend of mine and a very talented photographer.  Below are a few highlights of the day.


Doesn't this look like it should be in a magazine ad for some exclusive New York designer? Very vogue.


Lauren looked absolutely stunning.


We're all big fans of this picture. This is the stuff fairy tales are made of.




I wish you both the very best in your new life together.  Congratulations!