The collection of memories from eight years of dating unfolded on one of the most gorgeous mornings to ever grace East Tennessee’s presence. She woke filled with anticipation at 5 a.m. with a morning scheduled with hair, make-up and the official putting on of the dress she will never wear for another day as momentous. Picked up by the photographer at 6:45 to meet him by the lake, with the sun’s rays breaking up the clouds in a fireworks of sorts. The water was still, the birds floating peacefully, the grass damp with morning dew. It was a day that was free of worldly rushes and pursuits of meaningless things. It was a morning filled with hope and love … real love … the kind that fills the air and leaves everyone in a drunken state of giddiness.
I love this photo for so many reasons, but mostly because as I was snapping a photo of Jessica John took the opportunity to quickly bury his face into hers. I love the raw intimacy of it.
Possibly a favorite of the day …
If I had enough wall space I’d blow this up on a canvas and hang it over my bed.
She calls him her peace.
Studs 1-8:
The relationships that exist amongst these girls are the types movies are made of.
A wedding party stuffed full with the dearest of friends and family … such a fabulous group!
I can still hear his Scottish accent… just one more detail that made their day uniquely perfect.
John surprised Jess with two vintage bicycles that he himself ordered the parts to and put together just for their day. Her reaction was priceless.
Dearest John and Jess … I feel so blessed to have experienced your most intimate of days in such an intimate way. I felt such a myriad of emotions every time I looked through my lens. Thank you for allowing me to play such an important roll. I am indebted. Love, jc
Oh my goodness, she’s was one of my Yoke girls!!! I love her and she’s so perfect in these photos! You captured her so well, Jessy! Nice work! Muah!
Jessica they are AMAZING! I knew you could capture my day so perfectly! Thank you! you truly meant so much to me during that day! I am so happy you were such an important part. Not to mention I feel incredibly honored to make your blog :0)!!!! These pictures are truly spectacular, you are so gifted and I am thankful you shared your gift with us! can wait to see all the pics. I will call when I get home!!! Thank you Jess, there was never anyone else i wanted for my day… it always had to be you ;0) love you xoxox
Great job Jessica! You did an amazing job capturing the spirit of the day…. love the shots you got.
Oh My GOSH! These are GORGEOUS. GORGEOUS. GORGEOUS. GORGEOUS. I am totally going goo-goo-gah-gah over them. I can see the new 35mm at work (with the artist behind it of course). Can’t say enough how great they are!
These are GREAT! I can’t wait for your workshop!!!
LOVE these photos! (And I want those yellow shoes!)
Wish I could see you in action…all these amazing angles….you must get down and dirty! Teehee!!! Beautiful photos!!! BEautiful! xx
these are amazing!
ashley
these shots are incredible!!! i LOVE the one of their holding hands. *swoon*
you are such an inspiration…
i’m honored to be learning from you.
<3