dk photographic: Nick and Chandra's wedding photos

I learned Nick and Chandra's story during our engagement session. They met several times before the attraction really "stuck" and they started dating. I wish I could've been a fly on the wall during the Taboo Party they told me about. I have a feeling it would have been fun to watch the chemistry. :) I learned about the things they love: their cats, fine food, beverages, entertainment and philosophy. And of course, each other.

Their wedding day was a near perfect day, a warm October day at a lovely park with a downtown view and a wedding venue attached. I love warm October days. Heck. I just love October. Don't you?

They opted for a first look.... I love those. I love the anticipation of seeing each other ...

and I ADORE watching the nerves just melt away when their eyes meet.

Lately, I've been feeling very.... nostalgic? thoughtful? poetic? I'm not sure how to describe my feelings but when I look at this image, I see a tenderness in the way he looks at her that is just precious. I see her eyes light up when she looks at him and it all just makes me so very grateful I get to do this job. And grateful you all trust me to document your precious memories. I'm humbled by that.

Ladies... a kiss on the hand.... are you swooning?

Loving this bouquet!

When we pulled into the venue. I noticed the bench by the big tree and couldn't help but see it as an iconic spot for a wedding photo.... What I'm torn about is should it be black and white or color? What do you think? I love the color but there is just something about the black and white that draws me in....

So beautiful.

Obviously, I'm a people watcher by nature. I couldn't help but look around and notice the love: people cuddled up, hands touching, hands being held. Weddings bring out the love in people. They make you cherish the people in your life. That's such a good thing.