Summery World Forestry Center Wedding
When Deidre was in high school she took tennis lessons from Beau at the University of Portland. She often used the rain as an excuse to offer him a ride home, where he barely said anything more than “We should hang out, or something.” Little did Beau know, Deidre was spending hours on the phone with her sister analyzing their conversations (or lack thereof).
Unfortunately, Deidre left for undergrad before she got to find out what that “something” was. But eight years and many Google stalking attempts later, she walked into her favorite bar… And there he was. After some prodding from her sister, Deidre mustered up some courage, took a shot, and proceeded to interrupt Beau’s conversation.
Beau is now a Kindergarten teacher, and their wedding at the St. Rita Church in Northeast Portland was filled with the whispers and shy glances of his students, who couldn’t wait to see Mr. I’s bride. Later, a party bus took the wedding gang downtown where we made our way to the reception at the World Forestry Center. From there it was a total feast for the eyes and belly — ping-pong, tennis trophies, milk and cookies, eager dancers and more navy-and-white than you can shake a corndog at!
For most couples, “A Match Made In Heaven” is nothing more than an old saying.
For Deidre and Beau, it’s the honest truth.
Vendors & Resources
Wedding Planner: Amber Morrison of World Forestry Center
DJ: PRO DJs
Catering: Catering At Its Best
Bride’s Dress: Lena Medoyeff
Bride’s Shoes: Bagdley Mischka
Groom’s Suit: JCrew
Bridesmaid Dresses: Lands’ End Canvas
Groomsmen Suits: Studio Suits
Hair/Make-Up: Julie Senders of The National Beauty
Jasmine
on September 11, 2012 11:40 amI love, love, love when it is potently clear that a wedding was all about community. That the people in attendance truly made the day. Beautiful, Kim. I'm also loving the shutterdrag (?) in the dance shots. Woot!
Brian Kraft
on September 11, 2012 1:32 pmAwesome! Love the special moments you captured and love how you did it all with interesting compositions and wonderful use of light.
Kelsie Taylor
on September 11, 2012 2:15 pmlove this wedding! the colors are beautiful and your documentary style worked so well. the bride's reception shoes are awesome!
Jacqueline
on September 11, 2012 10:18 pmyou've capture such a huge range of emotions! i love it. i feel like i was there, start to finish. and those dancing shots? love them!
ed peers
on September 12, 2012 2:16 amMan, that's some nuts work right there.
Tenielle
on September 12, 2012 2:45 amKiller colours, hilarious bridal party, brilliant portraits.
Natalie
on September 12, 2012 5:38 amFrom start to finish, you captured it all! I love the portraits, the emotion, the laughter and joy! Beautiful!
Eduardo Suastegui
on September 12, 2012 5:46 amNice coverage, with good attention to detail and some great moments captured.
Priya Patel
on September 12, 2012 8:26 amLovely work! The dance floor shots are amazing.
Leah Muse
on September 12, 2012 8:53 amSuch a fun and awesome day.. love their story, their style, and your capturing of their day.
sachin khona
on September 13, 2012 10:05 pmDiggin the reception photos!! Beautiful work!
Genevieve Morrison
on September 15, 2012 9:31 amI love how you tell a story Kim. The cookie picture made me lol!
Phoe
on September 17, 2012 8:17 amAbsolutely awesome.
Lem Lynch
on September 17, 2012 9:18 amGreat shots. Excellent wedding photojournalism!
Anne
on September 25, 2012 1:14 pmHoly shit, Kim, these are all awesome! I love the way you see the world!
And I see what you meant about the flash, that looks so much less static! it's actually really amazing!
My favorites are the ones with the glasses and bouquets in the limo, the cookie ears and the bride and groom dancing. That double exposure rocks! Or as the menu at my favorite Thai restaurant says: it knock my sock off!
I spy the owner of Radish Underground!
AndreBlais
on September 25, 2012 7:30 pmThese are gorgeous! I love your creative group shots!
Fotograf ślubny Lublin
on September 30, 2012 1:43 pmYou captured a lot of great moments.
Jackie
on October 4, 2012 9:38 pmI am in LOVE with those flash photos. So awesome, Kim!
cheyenne
on November 2, 2012 10:32 amBeautiful Images as Always!!! Did you process these images with your own actions if so would you mind sharing which ones you may have used??
Tomasz Wagner
on December 20, 2013 2:37 pmBeautiful colours in this series!