Carrie & Ezra

Several summers ago, I had the honor and privilege of photographing Carrie and Ezra's wedding on the gorgeous North Shore of O'ahu, Hawai'i. I met Carrie and Ezra through our mutual friend, Riji. On several occasions, Riji and I had collaborated on portrait and fashion shots, and she recommended me to her friends after viewing the photos we created. Below are some of my favorite shots of Carrie and Ezra's rehearsal and wedding day. I have to say, of all the weddings I've photographed, this one is my favorite; the love between Carrie and Ezra was so apparent and shared by everyone who attended, through heartfelt song and words. Cheers to Carrie and Ezra with best wishes for many years of happy marriage and friendship! Please enjoy the story of their wedding in photos below.

Rehearsing for the wedding

Flowers for the ceremony

Ezra, the groom (on the right) with his best man

Carrie arrives to get ready

Details

The groomsmen with Ezra's father, second from left

Carrie and her bridesmaids walking to the ceremony site

Ezra waiting for Carrie

Exchanging vows

Newly married

Carrie with her father

Ezra's brother holding up an invitation

Ezra with his groomsmen

Bridesmaids and groomsmen surround Carrie and Ezra

The couple's first dance (they know how to cut a rug!)

The spread catered by Peace Cafe of Honolulu

Carrie with her father after his toast

Ezra's brother looks on

The best man's fiancée is moved by his speech

Evening light on O'ahu's North Shore

Carrie listens as Ezra serenades her

Guests shout encouragement and appreciation for Ezra's surprise performance

Dessert to end a glorious day

Krystel & Jeff

Whenever I think of Krystel and Jeff, I think of the time Krystel told me how she wished on her necklace for a sign as to whether or not Jeff was "The One." No sooner had she made her wish than Jeff walked up to her, reached around her neck, unclasped and removed her necklace, and handed it to her before turning and walking away without saying a word. At the time she told me the story, Krystel and I weren't sure what to make of it. Only later did we realize that that was the sign she had asked for--Jeff was indeed The One!

When Krystel told me she and Jeff were getting married, I knew instantly I had to be the one to do her photos; Krystel has a keen eye for detail and I knew that any event she planned would be filled with elegant touches that would make for great images.

Krystel had a very clear vision of what she wanted her wedding to be like. Soft purples and blues, lavendar buds, tea sets, finger sandwiches. She created an afternoon tea party wedding that turned out beautifully. I was lucky enough to get to capture the event, and below are my favorite images of the day.

Enjoy!


Krystel's shoes came out the perfect shade of periwinkle blue


After having her hair done, Krystel sat down for a bit of breakfast


Then it was on to makeup


Dress and shoes


Krystel's mom came by the hotel to help her into her dress


Putting on the finishing touches


Pretty lady


Happy




I think this is my favorite of the entire day...


Krystel in Repose




Jeff's waiting to see Krystel in her gown for the first time


"Ta da!"


I think he likes what he sees




Jeff has the uncanny ability of finding four leaf clovers...here they're searching


Magnum and Blue Steel




Bouquets


Krystel's wild nephews


Listening to Emily read an excerpt from The Little Prince, Krystel's favorite book










Keepsakes


Details


The spread






Champagne and strawberries


Listening to the Best Man and Matron of Honor give their speeches


This one pretty much sums it up.

Congratulations, Krystel & Jeff!