2016 Reflection

I don't have the words.  Just beginning to look back through the year, to put together in one collection pieces from each wedding, made me teary.  At the end of this year, I am again humbled by the knowing that it isn't about how well I can take a picture, but how truly amazing the stories in front of my camera are.  Each one of you brought so much life into my work just by showing up, trusting me, and openly sharing these intimate moments with your partner, your communities, and myself without fear.  For that I am forever grateful (and want to shower you with love and affirmation basically forever - so enjoy that).  

Also I suck at picking favorites...so you may need a cup of coffee before sitting down for this one. 

Erin & Jeff | Minnesota Winter Engagement

It is impossible not to smile when you are around these two.  It is contagious.  The way their love seems so playful and lightweight.  An effortless match to one another.  I am lucky just to witness it, let alone have the chance to create images of those crinkled eyes, full smiles, and affectionate embraces on a perfect snowy afternoon.  It was truly incredible!

Christine & Harrison | Film Black & White

For me there is a rhythm to creativity, a natural up and down.  When I am in a down swing my response is always to quit focusing on the end product and really dive into the process.  Lately film has been a great way to explore a slower, more intentional process of image making, and has provided an incredible spark to the usual post wedding season lull.  

I am so thankful that Christine and Harrison continue to let me use them as subjects when I need a creative push.  (You may recognize them from the y in-home morning session I did previously).  So while I awkwardly re-loaded film and fussed around with a much bulkier/heavier camera than I was used to, they patiently gave me space, and fell into the most lovely, sincere embraces.  

For someone who is always drawn to the slow and intentional work when creating, I don't know how it took me so long to find this process.  And as for the results, the timelessness of black and white and the beauty of film grain  has me falling in love.