Shannon and Rob

When I met Shannon a few months ago, I was immediately excited for Shannon and Rob's wedding. She was so vibrant and so excited that it was contagious. I don't know if it is the hormones or just the honest chemistry between the two of these crazy kids, but I seemed to get misty a little more than usual at this wedding. Shannon looked gorgeous and Rob so handsome, it was absolutely pure joy when they saw each other for the first time. (oh and I have the photos to prove it, but I want them to see them first so they will not be posted for a while. This wedding was truly special and unique in a traditional rooted way, from the personal vows, the jewelery, the collection of friends and the reception location. The location was beaten up pretty bad from the recent thunderstorm and tornadoes that were in the area. Good Luck Shannon and Rob, you two are going to have a marvelous future!

Tara and Brian's Wedding

Last weekend I went from a farm out in foremost to a farm out in Shaunavon Saskatchewan in less than 24 hours. Needless to say that Sunday was a day of R'nR. I will have to say that even though the Phalen Krasko wedding was one of the longer weddings I have ever shot, it was also one of the more fun as well. Wow! what a great family party their reception was! Tara had a gaggle of bridesmaids. Most of whom I found out were from high school and younger. The last two join the crew had been a friend for the past five years, but you couldn't tell. These girls were so supportive of one another had so much fun, it made me yearn for those days when my own girlfriends were so close. Tara's parents were super hospitable and treated me not only as an important worker but as a guest as well. They made every effort to make sure that I had what I needed. Even Tara, the bride herself was so selfless that day, making sure that all her girls had what they needed to make the day fabulous. I really can't say enough about this wedding. I can only hope that I managed to capture all the closeness and intimacy that this family has for each other, anything less would be unfortunate. Tara and Brain thank you so much for allowing me witness your big day. I will always remember how gracious you all are!

The Fort Tara played as a child.

Rick and his crew

This Friday I travelled to the wonderful area of Foremost. I hadn't been there since early 2002 during my Funeral Directing days. I had forgotten who beautiful that area of Alberta was. This shoot was a ton of fun as I shot one large group family photo and several smaller families. There were quite a few kids involved which may make my job a little tougher, but they make up for it in the spontaneity and honest smiles. This was my first time shooting in a field, but it won't be my last time that for sure!!! There is something very magical that happens when the evening light bathes the foliage in a golden glow. Here are some of the ones that I really liked!!