Every wedding that I've had the honor of documenting has been special to me... there is just something humbling about witnessing one of the most special, important days of a couple's lives in such an intimate way. As a photographer, I am lucky enough to be behind the scenes during every moment of the day, watching events unfold, emotions displayed, and once-in-a-lifetime moments take place.
Emily and Jeremy's wedding was extra special to me, even more than most of the weddings I photograph, because I personally know them and call them my friends. I met Jeremy while I was living in Spearfish, long before becoming a photographer was even a thought in my mind. He quickly became a very dear friend of mine, though we lost touch after he moved to New York City to pursue a writing career.
Fast forward six years, and I receive an email from a bride inquiring about wedding photography. Her name is Emily and she and her fiance (I didn't know his name yet) are getting married in Spearfish. Emily and I email and call one another back and forth, and she and her fiance book me. All of this goes on, and it isn't until I receive their contract that I realize that Emily is marrying none other than my good friend, Jeremy! Jeremy didn't realize it the entire time either--I have a new career as a photographer, plus a new married name he didn't recognize, so it was a complete surprise to him as well that I would be the one photographing their wedding. It is really amazing how, as Jeremy put it, "all of this transpired" and brought old friends back together. :)
Emily and Jeremy's wedding day was truly amazing. Not only because they are my friends, but because they are so obviously in love and adore one another. Like I said, every wedding I get to witness is special--but Jeremy and Emily's was one of the most special yet.
Congratulations again you two. I wish you nothing but the best in all you do as husband and wife.
Really beautiful work, looks straight out of a bridal magazine! The bride is just gorgeous and radiant, many congratulations to her and her groom.
ReplyDeletewow these are outstanding and absolutely beautiful! Love the location!
ReplyDeleteThese are beautiful, and amazing photos of a stunning couple! Love the light!
ReplyDeleteEmily and I were friends in college and I saw these pictures on her FB page. Your pictures are gorgeous (not hard when Emily is your model!). I'm an amatuer photographer who's done a few weddings and headshots here and there, and a recently engaged women, so I've been looking at a lot of wedding photography as of late. Yours is amazing.
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