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Brooke + Derek : Carnation Farms Wedding in Redmond, WA

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It’s not every day we get to photograph a wedding for a family member! <3

It’s so rare that all the cousins get together (we were missing my siblings this time, but they’ll be at the next wedding- My little sister’s!), but I loved the little time I did get. And Derek… What a perfect addition to the family!

Brooke is my beautiful cousin and Derek her dapper husband! It feels like just last week she was telling us about this amazing new guy she was dating (who happens to be a Space X engineer!) and before we knew it, she was asking us to photograph their wedding outside of Redmond, where Derek grew up. Their wedding was at the gorgeous Carnation Farms , an 818(!!!) acre farm that had no lack of charming photo backdrops. Between their barn doors, this stunning ivy wall, and the open air Hippodrome with exposed wood beams and market lights… I could shoot there every weekend! :)

Brooke and Derek- Enjoy your preview!!!!!

What could cause such a reaction, you ask?

Brooke’s wedding morning footwear of choice! ;)

Favorite. Moment. From. The. Day.

I tear up *every* time I see Uncle Mark’s reaction to his daughter as a bride!

Of course, Derek had a sweet reaction, too! :)

Can you tell they’re related to me?! ;)

Beautiful Haley and her shiny new fiance, Channing! :)

Heart eyes for daaaaaaays! <3

Continue to PART TWO! <3

Brooke + Derek : Carnation Farms Wedding in Redmond, WA – Part Two

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Continued from Brooke and Derek’s Wedding Part One!

Nate grabbed some of my faaaaaavorite ceremony moments!! :)

PAPER PLANE WEDDING RECESSIONAL, Y’ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

My beautiful family, minus my siblings and sibs-in-law!

Snuck a photo with my dad and his siblings :)

There’s nothing like having an open air reception hall in 70º weather!!! <3

Brooke and Derek, thank y’all for letting us capture your magical day!! Until next time! :)

Kate + Anthony : Cliffs at Glassy Chapel Wedding in Greenville, SC

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To say we were excited for Kate and Anthony’s wedding would be an understatement. Not only are they a part of a favorite Root Lifer family, but this photo was from their engagement session and it was maybe my favorite photo I’ve ever taken!

And today is an extra special day to blog these guys, because 5 years ago today, we photographed her sister’s wedding! :) Throwback photo time to my favorite siblings!

Kate and Anthony were married in Greenville, SC, and Kate got ready in her parents’ gorgeous home. I looooove getting ready photos at home, but especially when that home has huge windows, gorgeous views, and a million backdrop opportunities. :)

Latia of Cotton Rouge and Company did such a great job with Kate’s hair and makeup! :)

Nate’s favorite part of wedding photos at home? When the family dog makes their appearance! :)

2018 is officially the year I’ve fallen in love with illusion straps on wedding dresses! I was so enamored with Kate’s dress- Watters Azriel! <3

Kate’s floral was done by Urban Petals, a company I wish would move down here. Not only was their floral a true work of art, but Kate’s sweet mom works with them. And I loved the owner, Anna- My only complaint was I didn’t get much time to visit with her! :)

I honestly don’t know if I love this view or these girls more. <3

Before we knew it, it was off to meet Anthony at the Cliffs at Glassy Chapel, one of our faaaaaaaaaaaaaaaavorite wedding venues, for their first look!

This photo by Nate is one of my favorites. <3

Kaaaaaate! You made a stunning bride! :)

Next favorite! :)

Nate’s view on the left, mine on the right. :)

Kate walked down the aisle to “When You Wish Upon a Star.” <3

Our last wedding at the Cliffs involved a snoring pug ring bearer, and this one, a yawning one, lol. :)

We made sure to grab some photos of Kate’s siblings with their significant others. You know.. To use in blog posts when THEY get married. ;)

Next it was down the mountain and off to The Cabin at The Cliffs at Mountain Park for their cozy reception. <3

I looooooved this venue for a wedding reception. The family style tables, the fireplace.. They even had games for everyone to play outside and s’mores by the firepit! :)

First dance to “You Matter to Me” from Waitress on Broadway. :)

Anthony, this is my favorite photo of you! Pure bliss. :)

Nate’s view followed by mine for their sparkler exit. <3

Last but not least, our Root selfie with both Root couples. <3 Kate and Anthony, where do I even begin?! Thank you for bringing us up for your wedding!! And Palermo family, thank you for loving us like your own. We so hope to see y’all again soon!!!!