Toddlerhood is all about the wild energy, the games and motion, the love and super highs. Year 2 with this sweet family captured exactly what we think of for this age. We love that they were down for another year of silliness to capture what toddlerhood is all about!
Thanks you guys, it’s always so much fun hanging out with you four, documenting all the fun! ~Marissa
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She was absolutely glowing as she walked down the aisle toward the beach, the first of two times she’d be doing that on this special day. As she approached his back along the water she called out, “no crying!” because she’d already cried happy tears while her mom helped her with the dress and knew there’d be more during the ceremony too. Christian promised, but certainly had to choke back the tears as he turned to see his beautiful bride before we whisked them around the Kiana Lodge property, taking windy photos along the pier and listening to these two chat about their mornings and what they couldn’t wait for during their ceremony and reception. That’s what happens when two best friends get married. They can’t take their eyes off each other, they talk about everything and nothing, and they just can’t wait to spend the rest of this day (and life) together.
During the ceremony their handwritten vows brought almost everyone to tears and had so much thoughtfulness and love that they should definitely be added to a movie script somewhere. Through all the cheering Lulu and Christian shared a sweet first kiss and there may have been a fist pump as they walked hand and hand back up the aisle. Their celebration continued with twilight photos on the waterfront, toasts, caricaturists, a pie cutting, and lots and lots of dancing. This will certainly be a day these two will cherish for a lifetime as they continue to steal special moments and days like this one with each other.
Congratulations Lulu & Christian! If only we could write like you two. We are so incredibly happy for you both and wish you a lifetime of love, adventurous hikes, unplanned turns that turn into incredible stories, and lots of moments (minutes, hours, days…) with each other. ~Erik & Marissa
Thank you to the people who made this day so stellar!
Venue & Catering- Kiana Lodge
Coordinator- Laura, Kiana Lodge
Decor Consultant- Jen Leslie Events
Florals- Melanie Benson Floral
Pies & Desserts- Blackbird Bakery
Ice Cream- Mora Ice Cream
DJ- SG Mobile DJ Services, Jeff Onorato
Makeup Artist- Jane So
Hair Artist- Emily Monesmith
Videographer- Design Films
Dress- Designed her own dress with Anomalie
Invites- Anchored Paper Co.
Decor rentals- Balancing Balloons & American Party Place
Caricaturists- Vincent Yee & Lou Medina
It was the perfect day. Seriously, these two have so much love for each other that it blanketed everything and everyone, which made an absolutely perfect day.
Of course it was only fitting that they had a Dave Matthews song “You and Me” as their first dance since way back when these two high school sweethearts saw him in concert as their unofficial first date. They also had the sweetest bridal party who literally made sure they were on time, happy, and had every need met at any moment.
Their first look and ceremony was complete with the happiest of tears (love that they were from Tommi), high fives, tender kisses and lots of laughs, because these two not only are in love but happen to be best friends too.
Cara & Tommi you two brightened our day (and from talking with your friends we know you have that effect on everyone you meet) and we are so happy that you two tied the knot. Plus you picked the best first dance song, it was ours too! It truly was an honor to capture this happy chapter in your lives together as best friends. We cannot wait to see what happens next! ~Erik & Marissa
What an amazing day thanks to all these people and more!
Venue & Coordinator- Trinity Tree Farm
Cake- Diane’s Delights
Band- Michael Benson Band
Makeup- Kayla Beltran
Hair- Charbon Salon, Rayna
Florist- Jamie Dooley, friend of the bride
Catering- Veraci Pizza
Dress- BHLDN
Invites- Minted
Bar Staff- Privé Bars
They’d definitely made eye contact. They even had mutual friends and bumped into each other often enough on campus, but it wasn’t until their Junior year that the romance bloomed and they actually started dating. Since then it’s been a whirlwind of dates, getting to know one another, graduating, finding jobs, deciding to stay in Seattle, picking out a ring and popping the question!
Congrats you two! This is such an exciting time in your lives together. ~Erik & Marissa
This sweet family of three welcomed baby Jack this month and became a family of 4! Big sister Isla is super excited, loves babies, and already is helping out getting things for mama and holding the baby. Amanda & John (mom and dad) have created such a warm, stylish home, with the perfect setting for an in-home newborn session (we may be stealing some of their decor ideas). Seeing all this love warms our hearts.
Congratulations Crowley Family! We are so happy for you all. Jack is such a little stud muffin and the chillest guy. Thanks for letting me document his sweetness! ~Marissa
