Rose Photography: September 2008

Monday, September 29, 2008

More from Suzanne & Mike

Suzanne and Mike wanted to incorporate what Mike does for a living, so we had lots of fun at the Lowrie hay yard.

In the hay barn:

With Mike's tricked out truck:

On the trailer:

Thanks for being so creative you two! See you on Saturday.

Sunday, September 28, 2008

Suzanne + Mike = They Will October 4, 2008

I couldn't wait for the rest, so here's my fav from tonight's session. More to follow soon.

Saturday, September 27, 2008

Kalyn + Tim = They Did September 21, 2008

It's been awhile since we've done one of these but I had to start out this post with a self portrait. We especially like this one because it shows all the gear we're lugging around while working a wedding.

Ryan and I drove down to Dana Point for Kalyn and Tim's wedding. Of course the weather in OC was perfect.

Portraits of Tim and Kalyn at their hotel at Dana Point Harbor near the ceremony site.

The ceremony site with a stunning view of the harbor and southern coast.

Awww, first kiss as husband and wife.

What a good looking couple.

Fun bridal party shot.

So romantic.

Have to showcase those So Cal palm trees.

At the harbor.

What a sunset and a perfectly timed seagull flight.

First dance.

Dancing fun.

Of course, a little line dancing.

Toasting.

Last, but not least, the rings with some yummy favors.

Rose + DJ's Wedding

Blogged by Ryan

It was a beautiful sunrise in Arizona on the day Rose and DJ were married. The photo above doesn't give justice to what it felt like in person. I'm not a morning person but it was such an honor to watch Rose marry the man she loves. When I'm with them both, you can just tell that it's a perfect fit. The wedding was a small and intimate ceremony of 12 people. The wedding chapel was incredibly cute and everything went very well. I was sad I had to miss the reception but was glad to have been there for the ceremony. Before the ceremony, Rose and DJ did a "first look." Here we have DJ's daughter, Bailey, getting ready to open the door for Rose.

The ceremony was filled with happy emotions

And then sealed with a kiss

Details details!

Cool shots of Rose and DJ

And finally the Rings

Rose and DJ thank you for letting me be a part of your special day. It was an honor. :) All the best for what the future holds!

Of course I have to add a sidenote to this post by Ryan. First, to thank him for being available on very short notice to be our photographer. I was not going to do it without him. Who else could I possibly have to photograph the best day of my life?! So, Ryan, you did an awesome job and we LOVE you! Thank you, thank you.

On another note, we have gotten a little behind on our editing and keeping up with blog postings and this is one of the reasons - I have had to have a little time to accommodate my personal life. Thanks to all our clients and friends for their patience during the past couple of weeks! -- Rose Koogler

The Koogler Family...

Blogged by Ryan

...well almost! :) The day before Rose and DJ's wedding, we went out and shot a family session in the desert of Yuma, Arizona. I've never shot anything in the desert before and I was so thankful for the scenery. I know that may sound silly because it's desert but it makes for awesome photos! Check em out:

Tawnya + Nathan

Blogged by Ryan

Simply put, Tawnya and Nathan were made for each other. I don't know what it is but when you see them together you can actually feel the love in the air. I know it sounds corny but it's true. My eyes were even watering when Tawnya came out of the beautiful house and walked down the path to her very happy soon to be hubby. But before that moment occurred, the ladies were helping Tawnya get ready...