I don't advertise that I shoot weddings (or bridals, or engagements, or any life event for that matter). But occasionally I am asked to do it anyway, and I'm almost always happy to say yes. This particular time, I was delighted.
My friends Tucker and Sierra had contacted me to shoot their not-so-standard wedding in Moab, Ut, last June. They'd made it clear, it was to be close friends and family, informal, on some red rock somewhere. We were all going to camp, drink, dance, hike, and celebrate their union with those closest to them. Basically a big ol' fam/friend party, doing what we all love to do anyway.
Of course, that meant their "photo needs" were minimal. So, when I asked the question, "Do you want Bridals?", Sierra wasn't sure it was necessary. WHAT?! THAT'S THE FUNNEST PART! With a little arm-twisting, we agreed to shoot a few bridals, for funzies, while Sierra's Mom and Sister were in town.
After Sierra's bridal shower just weeks before the wedding, the four of us hopped in the car and drove nearly 2 hours to the Little Sahara Sand Dunes. I'd heard of this place, I'd seen photos, but I didn't actually know where I was going or how easy it would be to find a place to shoot. The drive there felt like eternity, but, eventually we made it and boy did we fall in love.
We rolled up, popped a bottle of champagne, and let the good times roll. We laughed, so, hard. We each took our turns falling in the sand. Sierra got more sand/dirt/debris on her dress than any bride would ever want before their wedding day, and didn't bat an eye.
I'm so grateful at the opportunity to shoot this beautiful girl, and her amazing family. As it turns out, shooting life events ain't half bad.
With love,
- K