Wedding: Kandi and Jesse Manglona

I have known Kandi and Jesse since they very first started dating. I remember the first winter youth retreat we all had together where during a snowball fight Jesse tackled Kandi down a hillside (a BIG snowy hill!) and staying up with Kandi in the bunks and listening to her gush over Jesse. I remember Kandi telling me about her dates and watching these two truly grow as a couple. 

Seeing them get married was an absolute delight and I was truly honored to take these photographs for my friends. Kandi was a stunning bride with the perfect dress. Everything about this wedding fit the couple perfectly down to the groomsmen's Carharts. I am so happy these two finally tied the knot, congratulations to you, Kandi and Jesse! I can't wait to see how your love and little family grows.

Kandi, Jesse, and their little daughter Ariel. What a great family.

Family Time: The Sommers

I met Amie last summer after painting a life size mural of their horse, Luna, on her daughters wall. It was great to get to meet the actual model this time! Her daughter Kaylee obviously loves her horses and we were able to get some great shots of them together. Her little brother Jackson of course then had to show off his floppy eared bunny, Hulk, and his new bunny blanket. I really love animals so it was a great start to their family portrait session. We were so lucky with amazing sunshine for the evening. Amie has a beautiful family and we even caught a few shots with their exchange student, Madeleine, and the grandparents!

And one with Kaylee's boyfriend!

Engagement: Toni&Ben

A few years ago Toni took some portfolio shots of me and David that I still just love! She is quite the talented photographer and it is always an honor when a photographer you respect wants you to take their photos. So when Toni contacted me about her wedding to Ben I was really excited. We had her engagement session in Hatcher Pass. It was again just a beautiful day between all the rain I had in Alaska. They were a really fun couple and we even were able to catch a few Harry Potter pictures since Toni is a big fan (check out the tattoos on her feet!). It was a pleasure to work with you again Toni and I can't wait for the wedding in January!