Bridal Veil Lakes Wedding Photographer
Part II covers the reception.
The first time I met with Heidi and Navin to discuss their wedding photographs, they said the two things they didn’t need much of were photos of all the details and black-and-whites. This wedding, they said, was going to be all about the color, and the people.
Take a look at this group shot…
Ya think? ;)
Heidi and Navin are a spirited couple, full of laughter and joy. As we arrived on the scene I immediately felt like I belonged there – themselves, their families and their guests being some of the kindest and most joyful people I’ve ever met.
Needless to say, Chris and I had a fabulous time shooting their wedding out at Bridal Veil Lakes earlier this month, which is just a short drive out of Portland along the Columbia River Highway.
It sounds cheesy to say it, but it really was like a fairy tale out there…
The ceremony was performed by a Swami in Sanskrit. While most of us didn’t know what was going on, the Swami did stop at important parts to let us all know what he was saying. My favorite was in the beginning, after rattling off some words in Sanskrit he said, “I am saying, They are about to be married.” :)
…And one more smooch for good luck!
Stay tuned for the reception which will be posted tomorrow morning!
Bria
on August 16, 2011 7:40 pmThese are beautiful! You have a very talented eye and the colors are absolutely amazing. To get a little technical....Did you shoot the large group shot with your 50mm? So many people! That is exactly the kind of thing I want a wide angle for...but you pulled it off really well. :-)
Kim
on August 16, 2011 7:44 pmThank you Bria! I honestly couldn't have done it without Chris - he filled in a couple of important gaps that I missed while I was en route to change perspectives during the ceremony (like the older women singing to the bride, I was in the middle of the aisle and all their backs were to me! It was terrible, but Chris managed to catch it all. :)
That's so funny about the wide angle lens, because this is the shot that made me think about buying one sooner than later, too! Yes, I did that with the 50mm, but I had to stand up on a hill and shout directions to get it! Hah. I will definitely be investing in a wider lens soon, even if I only use it for weddings it will make life loads easier. I just bought a new flash, though - an SB900! - so I cringe at the thought of buying anymore gear before the month is over...
Sara
on August 16, 2011 8:10 pmWow, just beautiful! A friend of mine is from India and the photos from her wedding here in the States were so vivid and gorgeous with all the color. The location they married at looks so peaceful and I liked that she arrived in a canoe, fun!
Flickr: princessinboots
on August 17, 2011 3:44 amIt's really neat seeing this lens at work in non-macro situations! I'm also terribly behind my blog reading due to finals. One left, and tomorrow I shall catch up on the lovely photos!
Heidi and Navin
on August 16, 2011 8:59 pmDear Kim, As the featured newlyweds, we are blown away by these photos. The pictures are dazzling, colorful and highly descriptive of our paradise-like setting and our amazing guests. When we asked you to photograph our wedding, I knew you had to be as good as your best work - which was already very good. These photos show even more of your incredible talent, and we thank you! You did an incredible job portraying the love and color at this ceremony. Great work.
Love, Heidi (Bride) and Navin (Groom)
Robin Cody
on August 16, 2011 9:12 pmOMG Kim! Chris! Father of the bride says YOU NAILED IT!
Flickr: moxiee
on August 17, 2011 4:21 amca-ute!
(and i love the name navin)
(kimi and i will be there this weekend!)
sam
on August 16, 2011 9:30 pmthat group shot is seriously one of the best things i've ever seen. amazing bands of color! these photos made an unsentimental person tear up. so good.
Jade Sheldon
on August 16, 2011 9:50 pmYou and Chris did an AMAZING job. You really captured the joy and warmth of the couple. I said it to you once and I'll say it again: it is a dream of mine to photograph/attend an Indian wedding. They are absolutely breathtaking.
Donna Cody
on August 16, 2011 9:57 pmYour stunning photos capture this enchanting wedding and the joy of this wonderful couple. They enable me to relive magical moments, details and scenes - in vivid color.
Donna (Mother of the Bride and Mother-in-law of the Groom)
Flickr: The Dizzy Pixie
on August 17, 2011 5:12 amLove the blurred foreground. And the lighting on the couple really makes them stand out. :-)
Flickr: sztyui
on August 17, 2011 11:58 amAmazing shot!
Flickr: Capt. Mouffette
on August 17, 2011 5:05 pmThanks everyone! :)
[https://www.flickr.com/photos/princessinboots] It is a fantastic macro lens but I feel like it really shines in the portrait department. Maybe that's just me - macro photography is fun but it isn't really my "thing" and I know about zip about it, hah.
[https://www.flickr.com/photos/anniee] Buh-whaaahhh? Count me as being super DUPER excited to see what you guys come out of that place with! I feel like you could show up to the wedding blindfolded and still have amazing photos, it's just that beautiful out there. (I also love the name!)
Kiley M
on August 17, 2011 11:52 amBeautiful! All the blues and bright colors go so well with the forest.
Jennifer Larson
on August 17, 2011 6:53 pmAbsolutely wonderful! We are so happy for you guys and the pictures just show all the love.
Spillz
on August 17, 2011 7:27 pmBooyah!!!!
Susan
on August 17, 2011 8:52 pmA feast for the eyes as well as the soul.
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Flickr: kelwal☮
on August 18, 2011 3:57 pmYou are easily one of my favorite wedding photographers. You are so great overall, but the shots of the weddings.... they just take my breath away. Lovely photos, fantastic processing, you capture the perfect moments.... and have an uber-talented sidekick to boot! Amazing work on your blog!
Flickr: Capt. Mouffette
on August 19, 2011 1:33 am[https://www.flickr.com/photos/kelwal] Oh my, thank you so much! That is very kind of you to say. :)
hanna
on August 19, 2011 10:04 amWow, this is so pretty! I love all the color.
Saria
on March 14, 2012 1:11 amholy crap. these blow my mind!