Archive for the ‘Weddings’ Category
Melanie’s Bridal Session {Austin Wedding Photographer}
April 20, 2010
Christina + Koto Wedding {Austin Wedding Photographer}
April 13, 2010
Shannon + Justin {Austin Wedding Photographer}
February 8, 2010“With all our activism involvement, the only fitting place seems like the Capitol.” This is what Shannon tells me as we discuss where she and Justin would like to do their wedding photo session with me. In truth, they were actually married a number of years ago but really wanted to get some more pictures taken of them. And since I’m fairly new to the official “wedding photography” world, I offered to take their pics and was thrilled when they accepted my offer.
As scheduled, we met at the capitol building in downtown Austin. As they approached, I could see a big sign in their hands. I laughed to myself as they approached and saw that the their sign said LOVE. They laughed as they tell me “Well, we couldn’t come to the capitol and not have some kind of sign!” Inside my heart melts a little as I’m filled with admiration for their relationship with each other. Love. Yep, that’s a perfect statement for them.
I told them that what I really wanted to capture was the romance and passion they share and explained how I would prefer to be a fly on the wall as they flirted and played together. As always, my goal was for us all to have fun and let their personality shine while me and my camera just follow the energy of the moment. In the two hours we were there, I felt so lucky to have been given the trust of this amazing couple as they openly shared their love with each other as I snapped away.
Thank you so much Shannon and Justin! I love you both! :)
xoxo
Rita
D’Ann + Marcus Anti-Wedding {Houston Wedding Photographer}
January 5, 2010“What you are about to witness could be considered an act of terrorism.” These are the first words to leave the officiant’s mouth at the opening of this very untraditional wedding ceremony. And my very first “official” wedding photography event.
Marcus and D’Ann specifically asked close friend and Deadline Live radio show host, Jack Blood, to help lead their “anti-wedding” celebration. The two, who are very active politically, decided to do things in the way of the old world, where man and wife profess their love in front of family and friends, in the comfort of home, and didn’t require permission from any governments.
The entire event was an expression of their beliefs and vision. From the black wedding dress purchased at Hips and Curves, to the black wedding cake, and even wedding rings that fit perfectly on, yep you guessed it, their middle fingers.
Everyone could feel the excitement in the air and I felt honored to be asked to capture such a unique experience for the two of them. Marcus and D’Ann were friends since high-school who had each gone their own way, and then found each other again on, of all places, facebook. In time, friendship grew to love. And it’s obvious they really are the best of friends, filled with mutual respect and admiration.
I don’t think I’ve ever laughed so hard while doing a photo gig and I’m forever changed by being around these two incredibly fun-loving, heartfelt, and passionate people. And I can’t even express how grateful I am to you both for trusting me to be your photographer on such an incredible day for you. I’m happy to call you my friends and wish you all the love this life has to offer.
xoxo!
Rita Q
