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November 11, 2009
A
little while ago I joined Sarah and Robert for their wedding day. I say
that lightly, but in truth it was a heavy experience. They came to
Yosemite and marry by themselves, just the two of them, myself with a
camera, and Rev. Autrey Nassar as the officiant. As I have said before,
something magical happens when you strip away all the fluff surrounding a
wedding and just bring the focus back to the bride and groom, and
that's exactly what happened. With no distractions, the love between
them was thick, I just tried my best not to get in their way.
For the majority of the day while we traveled
through the park to create photographs, it was just the three of us.
After we met up at the Ahwahnee, and I drove through the park pulling
over anytime I saw the light working (which was basically everywhere).
Although they gave me complete artistic freedom, there were a few spots
that Sarah and Robert knew they wanted a photo at, and you can't beat
Tunnel View! As a side note, I am always amazed by how cool tourists are
with us taking over a popular spot like this. While most are hustling
and shoving to get a chance to snap a photo, everyone moved aside to
give the bride and groom their chance. I love Yosemite!
During the ceremony, as they exchanged their own
heartfelt-unscripted vows with each other, both Autrey and I stepped
away and suddenly it was just them. No microphones, no band, no crowds.
Just them and Yosemite. It was a beautiful sight to see them stand by
themselves and profess their complete love for each other.
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Awesome!
this wedding is pure heart, love the tones and the great vibe of the couple.
I love that they ran of by themselves. Just their love, a photog and officiant. Too cool! Amazing and beautiful shoot. I have chills! Congrats to the lovely couple.
Amazing as all ways!!!!
wow, you KILLED it. amazing compositions and light. beautiful work
Gorgeous work Patrick. Love your outside around the Ahwahnee at night shots.