Here’s a slideshow of our favorite photos from the day.

UPDATE November 24, 2009. Here’s the link to all Emily and Nick’s wedding photos.

Robin and Jason planned the most lovely autumn wedding at Garden Vineyards. Together they orchestrated every last detail–and it certainly showed. The beautiful colors they chose for their clothing, flowers and decor were a luscious complement to the rich hues that nature provided. I heard that Jason was inspired by a James Bond movie still when selecting the style for his suit. And Robin’s gown had beautiful, intricate beadwork on the back, so she was equally lovely both coming and going.

What struck me most about this wedding was how helpful and attentive Jason’s groomsmen were. As a team, they were johnny-on-the-spot with a tissue, an arm, a greeting or a cool drink of water. He’s lucky to have such warm and funny guy friends. Robin is part of a dragon boat rowing team: on the high points of the evening was when the couple were announced into the party and entered under an arch provided by her teammates boat paddles.

Congratulations Robin and Jason. Thank you having us along to your sweet and spectacular day. Here’s a little slideshow of our favorites.

UPDATE, October 18, 2009. Here’s a link to Robin and Jason’s yummy wedding gallery.

Next, Janna and Daniel are two really terrific people. They love each other like crazy and are not afraid to show it. During the ceremony, the vows they had written to one another nearly made me cry. And I heard during the toasts that Daniel, at one time, had shipped Janna a box of autumn leaves so that she would feel less homesick for Oregon’s fall. You can tell from the way that Janna looks at Daniel that she’s found just the right man.

And selfishly, we appreciated that Janna and Daniel were totally game to make some amazing photos with us. The weather was crazy: rainy, sunny, windy, cold. When the sun peeked out they were willing to let us take them outside and drag them through the puddles.  Worth every splash, I’d say. Janna’s wide smile and Daniel’s warm demeanor made them a joy to photograph. The image above in the lower left corner is now our favorite photo of the year. Thanks Daniel and Janna! We were so happy to be with you on your wonderful wedding day.

Here’s a little slideshow of our favorite photos.

Update October 9: Here’s the link to Daniel and Janna’s wedding gallery.

Heidi collected the vintage blue glass jars that were used in the centerpieces. And she also crafted the cutest little crossword puzzle for their programs, with clues and answers from her and Trevor’s romance. Super sweet and incredibly personal. The are also the only couple I’ve ever met who had a OSU ring pillow! (Go Beavs!) Check out the slideshow for photos of those sweet details.

Enjoy this little sneak peek of our favorites from the day. And here’s a link to all the photos from the day. Congrats Heidi and Trevor!

Madeline’s uncle officiated the ceremony, which was warm, personal and joyful. Some of my favorite images are during the ceremony, with Madeline and Walker turning to face their guests bubbling with bright smiles and laughter. As the evening unfolded, it appears that all the guests enjoyed warm conversation in friendly groups. I also heard that Walker brewed a special batch of beer to celebrate the day.

Here’s a little preview of what’s to come. Congratulations, Walker and Madeline!  Thanks for having us for this beautiful day. And thank you Rob and Ryan for making such lovely images.

UPDATE 09.15.09 The gallery is posted. Go here to see all the photos from the day.

This wedding unfolded like a perfect summer day. Rush and flutter at first, then everyone coming together in for a meaningful ceremony and finally settling in for a delightful evening’s celebration. Mollie’s father gave the sweetest toast, then Ryan’s brother, in the dual role of best man/poet, read a moving tribute to love that still has me smiling. Finish the whole thing with a romantic swirl on the dance floor….call it a perfect day.

Mollie and Ryan, thanks for having us along as your photogs. I’m so glad we could steal you away in the vineyard for 10 minutes–those pics are my most favorite of the day.

Here’s a little peek of what’s to come. And here’s the link to all the photos from the day.

John had the relaxing opportunity to photograph Aihab and Jennifer for more than an hour after the ceremony. In a horse-drawn carriage, they rode to the park blocks, Keller fountain, down to the waterfront and finally back to the Crown Ballroom for a grand entrance. Aihab led Jennifer in one of the best first dances I’ve ever seen. If you take a look at the slideshow, check out the photos for their sharp footwork.

Jennifer and Aihab–we loved meeting you and photographing your beautiful wedding. Hope you’ve had a great honeymoon. We’ll have your proof package ready on about September 1. Click here for a little group of our favorites set to music. And, go here to see all the photos from the day.

So when you take chemistry and overlay a spectacular setting the result is pure beauty. The day was perfect, the light was clear and bright, spirits were high and everyone was happy.

Rebecca: thanks for not breaking an ankle in the field. You guys were good sports to traipse out there with us. Hope you didn’t get too many stickers in your socks! Thanks for having us with you on your sweet, sweet wedding day.

Here’s a little collection of our favorites set to music.

UPDATE 8/16/09 Here’s a link to all the photos from the day.

Finally–all the ingredients for a perfect Saturday wedding came together for us two weeks ago with Vesna and Ratko at the Aerie. Nice weather, beautiful sunshine, gorgeous bride, handsome groom, agreeable families & friends, lovely venue. What more could a photographer ask for? It’s especially nice for John and I because each of our last several weddings had some unexpected weather hitch: either too hot, or too cold, or too wet. We were practically giddy shooting in this setting in the yummy light.

My favorite part of the day was the time we had with Ratko and Vesna alone before all the craziness began. Their affection for each other is sort of contagious. Ratko telegraphs with every action how much he loves and adores Vesna. And Vesna, even though she looks like a tiny fair-haired angel, projects the impression that her feelings for Ratko are strong and enormous. I appreciated that they were patient with our silly requests to move this way or that, or smile like this, or chin this way. I love the results–my favorite portrait of the two of them is the one in the lower right corner above.

Here’s a few of our favorites set to music. (And sorry Vesna, I couldn’t find your music, so I hope you’ll like what I’ve chosen for you.)

Congrats you two. See you after your fabulous honeymoon in Majorca.

UPDATE September 10th, 2009. Here’s a link to all the photos from the day.

Emily is graceful, lovely and gracious. Colin is warm, charming and handsome as all get-out. So you can imagine what a pleasure it was for us to photograph the two of them. It’s risky to describe something as “perfect”, but I daresay, everything I look for in a wedding was there. A crazy-in-love couple, a fun group of wedding attendants, an adorable flower girl, loving and connected families, a lush green setting, and even a handsome Labrador to dispatch the ring.

UPDATE: here’s the link to all the photos from the day.

Typically, I take some time and select my 10 or 12 favorite images to post here to give a preview of the day. However, this time I’m driving myself cuckoo because there are simply too many favorites to choose from. There’s my “pretty” favorites, my “classic” favorites, my “oh-i-love-that-one” favorites. I ended my dilemma by posting three sets of “favorite” favorites. Check back here in a few weeks to see all the photos from the day.

In the meanwhile, here’s a little something set to music.