You know the wedding is going to be such a joy to be a part of when you walk into the rehearsal party at the NINES in Portland and the entire family of the bride and groom are there to welcome you as if they already know you. Rebekah and I felt just like we were part of their family. Morgan and Raegen are some very talented designers at NIKE. Their love for creative design and style is outstanding. They are proof that a wedding can be completely filled with great laughter, no worries, no stress and still be intimate. As proof of her incredible designing abilites, Raegan added many personal and handmade touches to her gown such as the winged cap-sleeved jacket. It was absolutely a piece of art.
Another thing I loved about their wedding was the bridal party and guests. It was so neat to encounter a group of people that were equally laid back as Morgan and Raegen and yet still experience the meaningful relationships that existed between them all. They were all mostly designers and from all over the country. Raegen and Morgan have this classic romantic chemistry about them that I love. They joke and laugh then turn on a little dramatic passion for the camera. Thank you Morgan and Raegen.
Hair & Make-up: Austie Eckely
Veil: Unveiled Bridal Designs
Gown: Marisa
Venu: McMenamins
This was a phenomenal wedding of absolute beauty and simplicity with every detail in place. Casey and Jake are amazing and wonderful people who show their personality and style in everything they do. Casey's gown was sophisticated and perfect for her. Her birdcage veil was custom made by the amazing Unveiled Bridal Designs and hair and make-up was done by the talented Austie Eckley. Jake had one of the best grooms men outfits I have seen: fitted / slim pants with a properly fitted shirt and vest. Creative socks and shoes from Urban Outfitters made it a complete outfit.
One of the things I loved most about their wedding was their "first look." I have seen it done so many times where the bride sneaks up behind the groom and taps him on the shoulder and he whips around in surprise. I don't know why but I've never really been a fan of this. I feel it doesn't build or mimic the same anticipation and excitement of seeing your bride walk down the aisle for the first time. After talking with Casey and finding out she had no preference in how they wanted to do their first look, I suggested that we go to this awesome field nearby and had Jake wait for her at one end of it as she walked towards him. He was able to watch her walk over this little grassy knoll and they met there in the field, just the two of them. To me, this emotion is much more enjoyable and natural. Jake was so overcome that he could literally not stand still by the time she was within 20 feet of him and their jubilation at seeing each other this way made for some amazing photographs. It really was the best first look ever because you could just feel the excitement, anticipation and TRUE LOVE they have for each other. I like to tell everyone that their wedding should be a complete reflection of who they are and to be creative in how they plan every detail.
Well, all I can say is Portland, Bride and Groom!!!
(08.20.09 @ 08:55 PM)Love them...love them...love them!!!!
(08.20.09 @ 08:56 PM)What a cool first look. Wish I would have thought of doing something like that on my wedding day. Sigh. I love that you can see their excitement from even that far away. What a happy couple!
(08.20.09 @ 08:58 PM)Jared- you did a fantastic job on the pictures! Absolutely gorgeous! Thank you so much for all of your hard work and for making us goof balls look good :) We had SUCH a wonderful time with you and are so thankful you could be a part of our day. You made it easy. Talk to you SOON!
(08.20.09 @ 09:17 PM)I LOVE the ladybug picture, her dress and veil and the tree/bird theme. Awesome.
(08.20.09 @ 11:52 PM)Absolutely stunning! What an amazing collection of photos to remember such a beautiful occasion!
(08.26.09 @ 09:17 PM)Wow!! these pics are amazing! She looks so beautiful! Everything just looked great!
(08.27.09 @ 10:02 AM)
What a fun day!!!! I love all of the photos you took of Justin and I!!!! They are making the Christmas card this year;)
Much love from us;)
(08.18.09 @ 07:36 PM)could you be any more beautiful...love youre glow...loven the lord....momma
(08.18.09 @ 07:38 PM)gorgeous photos - reminds me why I love summer so much! The photo of Justin & Austie wearing their sunglasses looks like an ad for Ray Ban!
(08.19.09 @ 09:01 AM)Rebekah took this head shot of me to commemorate the day.
life, love and adventure for all time. Happy Birthday Jared!
(08.26.09 @ 08:46 PM)We took so many photos on our trip and they cannot do Italy justice. It is so much more beautiful and surreal in person. Rebekah and I are so very thankful and blessed because of this experience. We will forever treasure it and will keep the perspective of the Italian way of life as we live ours. Congratulations Jon and Megan...we pray that the Lord will bless your marriage and keep you close to each other. Thanks again for a wonderful time and for hiring me to photograph your day in Italy. We hope to see you two again and to make it back to Italy one day.
What wonderful pictures! We can't thank you enough for being a part of our celebration. Let us know when you're on the east coast again!
(08.13.09 @ 02:15 PM)
OH MY GOSH!!!!!!!They are so beautiful!!!!! She looks like a beautiful godddesss. Thank you so much!!!
-Austie
(08.05.09 @ 08:51 PM)She looks AMAZING Jared! Wow.
(08.07.09 @ 07:56 AM)how breathtakingly beautiful,,,the baby inside you is a gift from the lord, he lends them to us to shape , mold , mend when needed and love with all our hearts and soul...Bless you Selena and Nate,,,love suzie...
(08.18.09 @ 07:30 PM)Jared you have captured my sisters beauty perfectly! I am so thankful she will have these pictures forever...This is truly a moment in history for our family and you have done such beautiful work to capture it. Thank you.
Helena
beautiful... She looks beautiful...
(10.30.09 @ 08:19 PM)~ Jared
Jared,
These are so beautiful as always;) You change the way people think about wedding photography!
Its so great to watch,
-Austie
(08.03.09 @ 05:12 PM)There is such light in these photos. Gorgeous. And what a beautiful bride!!!
(08.03.09 @ 08:27 PM)beautiful! as moh...i may be a bit biased but that is one beautiful bride!! you've GOT to submit this wedding to the local bridal mags! :)
(08.09.09 @ 02:18 PM)these are beautiful! great angles and lighting! love them and jon you look handsome and bri you are BEAUTIFUL!!!
(08.17.09 @ 01:47 PM)
Okay, Okay I know I leave a comment on every post but truly Jared...You have got to be kidding me. The photography of this remarkable couple is so deep and breathtaking. I actually started crying when I read what you wrote about them. Raegen, your touches to your dress inspire me as a designer myself and the way you designed your wedding inspires me in this business!!!! I also thank you for giving my friends such a beautiful pallet;) Congrats!!!!
(08.31.09 @ 11:45 AM)Jared, Thank you so much for capturing our wedding so beautifully. Part of what made the evening stress free was knowing what a wonderful photographer we had. Thank you also for your generous words. How great to work with someone who you genuinely like and respect. Morgan and I look forward to our future friendship as well. Thanks also to Austie for her kind comments. I familiar with your work as well and so I take your remarks regarding some of our wedding details as a great compliment!
(09.01.09 @ 12:20 PM)