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06-30-11

People’s Light & Theater Wedding Photographer: Dan & Sara

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There were so many things about Sara & Dan's wedding that made me smile - their gorgeous venue with tons of little spots for photos, their super friendly family who made us feel so incredibly welcome, and the details - OH the details! I'm a sucker for cute details, and Sara did not disappoint - everywhere we looked there were amazing details, she made sure every aspect of the day looked fabulous and made the guests comfortable. Dan & Sara met back in college, when he was an RA and helped her move in freshman year. A little while later they started dating, and have been together ever since:) I just love these two!

There were so many favorites from their wedding, it was hard to narrow it down for this blog post, so check out tons more photos at People's Light Theater in their SLIDESHOW! And a special thanks to Amanda for shooting this wedding with me - I loved shooting with her and a few below are her images:)

Sara's old bedroom had colors that perfectly complimented her wedding colors - how perfect is that?

Something blue:)

I love that Sara's brother made this ring holder for them:)

It was clear that Sara and her dad have a very special bond - this image makes me teary every time:)

Gorgeous:)

Sara's bouquet was wrapped in lace from her mom's wedding dress:

These were the most on-time groomsmen I've ever worked with:)

Ohhhh how I love first looks! The reactions are priceless:)

A huge canvas hung above their bed of this photo? Yes please!

Both of these images are Amanda's - LOVE them:)

And on to the details - first, my favorite - their signature drink! It was Harmon's Hard Lemonade....perfect for a summer day!

They even had this customized water station waiting in the shade for guests before the ceremony:

Thanks guys, your wedding was amazing and I was so glad to be a part of it! Hope you're enjoying your newlywed bliss:)

Make sure to check out more images from their wedding in the SLIDESHOW

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Dave Harmon - July 16, 2011 - 4:52 pm

The photos are really wonderful, and capture all of the memorable moments of that fantastic day. We think you are a superb photographer!

Gaynor - July 10, 2011 - 10:53 am

Stunning pictures that totally captured the beautiful wedding. I can’t stop looking at the slide show!

Lindsay - July 9, 2011 - 5:06 am

Wow! What a beautiful wedding. You really captured the moments. You are awesome! (It doesn’t hurt that the bride is gorgeous)

Robert - July 9, 2011 - 12:22 am

I’m in serious awe of these photos, especially the black and white one titled “Gorgeous”! What a fantastic wedding and lovely couple It makes me want to get married all over again…

Katie Bruce - July 8, 2011 - 3:28 pm

P.S. I just watched the slideshow – so cute!!!!! I love it!

Katie Bruce - July 8, 2011 - 9:24 am

Beautiful pictures!!! What a great day

Melanie Lark - July 7, 2011 - 1:59 pm

The photos are beautiful, Tina. I don’t think you missed a thing!

Steph - July 7, 2011 - 12:00 pm

Since I couldn’t be there, so happy to see such beautiful pictures to capture a great day!

Brett - July 6, 2011 - 11:08 pm

I wish I could have been there to enjoy it all in-person; the photographs and especially the slideshow really brought a smile to my face.

<– I looked exactly like this.

I can't wait to spend more time around Sara. I loved her "first look" smile and hope you will bring the recipe for "Harmon Hard Lemonade" out west some time soon.

Congratulations

Jessica Simon - July 6, 2011 - 9:26 pm

I CAN’T STOP LOOKING AT THESE PICTURES! What an absolutely perfect day, and absolutely perfect pictures to remember it by
Sara & Dan…I love you two!

Wenda Lloyd - July 6, 2011 - 10:37 am

Even though I couldn’t be there in person, I feel like I experienced Dan & Sara’s wedding with them through these beautiful photographs. What a joyous day!

Daniela Rimer - July 3, 2011 - 10:47 pm

Excellent photos! That entire day was amazing and I’m so glad you captured every detail! The bride and groom were amazing and they look just perfect! And don’t get me started on the father/daughter dance…BEAUTIFUL!

Sara - July 3, 2011 - 5:31 pm

I can’t wait to see the rest- they turned out beautiful! Thanks so much for your hard work!

Maggie Harmon - July 3, 2011 - 5:04 pm

The wedding was amazing……including the photos. Everything was perfect!!

Marcia - July 3, 2011 - 2:32 pm

These are some of the best wedding photos I have ever seen! And I love the slideshow! Fantastic!

Betsy - July 2, 2011 - 8:20 pm

Beautiful photos of a beautiful day…So glad to have been there to share in it!

Jaime Robles - July 1, 2011 - 8:49 pm

Absolutely amazing photos, Tina and Amanda! You two are extremely talented. You were able to make us groomsmen not look like scrubs
Great work!!!

Dennis Rhee - July 1, 2011 - 1:55 pm

Tina and Amanda, great job on the photos! Everything looks amazing! And Dan and Sara, congrats again on a beautiful wedding!

Faye - June 30, 2011 - 11:00 pm

Omg, that photo of the bride and her dad hugging made me tear up! So sweet!

Jess - June 30, 2011 - 1:36 pm

Wow, you are right….those details are awesome! Beautiful bride too. Loved her hair!

Jenna Lark - June 30, 2011 - 12:42 pm

These are perfect, Tina! You caught some amazing moments and the photos are beautiful!

Dan - June 30, 2011 - 10:37 am

The pictures look great Tina! I can’t tell you how many compliments we received about how professional and efficient our photographers were. Thank you and Amanda for doing such a great job!

Stefanie Childs - June 30, 2011 - 8:58 am

Beautiful day! Love all of the cute details you captured!

06-29-11

June Self Portrait: Summer Love

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June means one thing to me: the official start of summer. Those dreaded winter months are finally behind us, and it's the time of year for windows open, no jackets, and long days. It feels amazing to be able to spend time outside, after being cooped up indoors for so many winter months. One of my favorite things to do on summer nights is this:

Sitting on our porch that's right off our master bedroom, glass of wine in hand, a white furball at my feet, Jay by my side, talking about life. We always have some of our best conversations on nights like these, talking about our future, wondering what's to come down the road. Nights like these fill my heart with happiness....there's something so peaceful about sitting outside at night, looking at the stars, chatting the night away.

That is until Holly starts barking wildly at a moth that's flying around. Then it's time to head back inside:)

Hope everyone else is enjoying their summers!

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Joan Dougherty - July 3, 2011 - 9:40 pm

This pretty much sums up the summer. I’m glad you and Jay get some relaxing time in on your porch!

Kylene - June 29, 2011 - 5:54 pm

Totally agree…..this is what I want to do everynight during the summer. Great shot!

Cait - June 29, 2011 - 1:57 pm

So great – LOVED it as soon as I saw it!

jess - June 29, 2011 - 1:00 pm

Love it!

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06-27-11

Wedding Season is in Full Swing….

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Well folks, wedding season is in full swing. That means weddings on the weekends, and engagement shoots during the week (with a few family sessions sprinkled in when I have time). My schedule is crazy busy right now, and I don't think I've ever been more happy to be crazy busy in my life. It still shocks me that THIS is my job. That what I do every day, which I enjoy and love to do, is my job. I often tell Jay that it kinda feels like I've been on a reeeeally long vacation, and I'm going to have to go back to work soon.

People often ask me if I hate having to work on the weekends. You know what? I don't hate it. Would I rather be spending time with my husband? Sure. But I really don't mind working on Saturdays....that's because the week days are my own. I love being my own boss, having complete freedom during the week. I love that it's just me, stay at home moms, and senior citizens doing our errands on random Tuesdays at 10am. I love being able to meet up with friends for lunch at the drop of a hat. Or taking Holly for a walk at 2pm because I just have to take a break from my computer. So no, I don't hate working on the weekends. Because in a weird way, working Saturdays feels like freedom to me.

And of course I wouldn't be able to shoot all of these fabulous weddings without my right hand (wo)man, Jaime:

We hopped in the photo booth at Brett & Liz's wedding, I think the top photo is my favorite:) Makes me giggle every time I look at it!

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Amanda - July 1, 2011 - 8:42 pm

Except for the hubbie not being home, every day is Saturday! And I’m with you — even after all the time that I have been home, I sometimes still forget I don’t have to go to “work” the next day.

Jaime - June 28, 2011 - 1:32 pm

Every time I look at these pictures I giggle! So much fun, I’m glad I get to be your right hand (wo)man on Saturdays

Kylene - June 28, 2011 - 1:01 pm

What a great team!!

Cait - June 28, 2011 - 9:21 am

How cute are these! I love photographers in photo booths!! Adorable!

Jess - June 28, 2011 - 7:44 am

Ha ha I love that top photo too! And I feel the same way about working on weekends. I don’t mind it at all

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