Dan & Carrie | Pine River Ranch | #25
Last Saturday {2-5-11} I had the pleasure of shooting Dan & Carrie’s wedding near Leavenworth Washington at a place called the Pine River Ranch. I also brought my husband Cameron with me to second shoot. I’ve been training him because he’ll be working with me all summer:)
This destination wedding was absolutely beautiful and the weather couldn’t have been better. The bride and groom didn’t leave out a single detail and I could definitely tell how much time and consideration they both put into the decorations, center pieces & gifts. Every guest was given a scarf, home made jam, & chap stick (with the wedding date printed onto it) to take home. They truly thought of everything.
Things got a little crazy in the morning and I must give props to the bride! While she was getting ready she kept the mood light and carefree. I don’t think I’ve laughed so much with a group of girls I barely know & there’s definitely some memories that I’ll cherish forever!
Here are a few of my favorites, there were so many it was hard to narrow it down, so I think this post will contain more than usual:)
She hired a bag piper! It was soo cool!
This was soo funny! The officiant announced them as husband and wife and told Dan he could kiss his bride… but he had skipped the ring exchange so both Dan & Carrie broke into hysterical laughter.
Thank you Dan & Carrie for choosing me (& Cameron) to spend this important day with you. You are both an amazing couple and I could tell how much in love you both are. I wish you both the best in life!
Kira and Cameron, I love you both!!!
Anyone that can make me like a picture of myself has to be an amazing photographer, and you are! We are so glad you shared this day with us not just as our photo team but as our guests and like it or not, you’re family now! Thank you so much! So sorry about your car! Can’t wait to see more, Carrie is absolutely gorgeous and the venue was spectacular! Thank you thank you thank you!
Dan Hilf (the Groom without pants)
Kira and Cameron, I absolutely second what Dan feels! You are totally family now! I’m sure your memories will make you laugh everytime you’re with a bridal party from now on! I probably should be sorry for some of the visuals, but well, I’m just not that shy! I am so thrilled with the sneak peek so far and now I can’t wait to see the rest! You both are wonderful caring and patient and make a GREAT team together! Thank you for sharing our day with us and capturing the most amazing day of our lives!
Carrie Hilf (the “secretly jem sparkled” Bride)
Kira and Cameron,
What wonderful winter wedding pictures! I cannot wait to see the rest of them! The wedding looked like a such a joyous day filled with love and laughter. I cannot wait to feature your beautiful photos on our blog!
Thanks so much,
Nicole
Pine River Ranch
Web guru 🙂