I don't really even know where to begin when it comes to describing shooting a traditional Thai wedding. It was such an amazing experience that it really is hard to put into words. The chance to go all the way to Thailand and to get to be a part of Bae and Brett's day was incredible. We were treated like special guests by Bae's family and had a great time being two of the seven Americans there ( I think that everyone thought Brett and Joe were related, and now think all American's are over six feet tall). Not only do we love Brett's parents, but we also love his grandparent's who made the trip as well. Such fun and amazing people. We shot their wedding day- which included a traditional thai ceremony and a more western styled reception, and a day after session. While the wedding day was kind of set, the day after session we had free reign to take as many photos in as many different locations as we wanted- so it was incredibly awesome to explore Bae's town and get some amazing shots. Those to come later in the week!

There are so many different moving parts to a traditional wedding ceremony. First there are the monks, and their blessings, then Brett had a parade(really. my favorite part), then all of the loved ones tie strings onto the bride and groom giving them a special blessing. I could describe each of these parts in detail, but since I don't want to get it wrong I will leave it at that:) Here is a look at their wedding day!

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  1. Anonymous:

    Very interesting, photos great!

  2. Sarah:

    The bride is absolutely stunning! What a beautiful wedding!!!

Lauren and Gio just make me smile. They are that sort of couple. They put everyone around them at ease, and family and friends can't help but gush at just how perfect the two of them are together. It was a snowy and wet wedding day, but First Presbyterian Church luckily has amazing, amazing light coming in through all the windows, not to mention the awesome place they have for the bride to get ready. It makes me so happy to shoot there! Their reception was held at 9 Union and the dance music was going all night. Let me just say this- between these two families- there are some killer dancers! Lauren and Gio- thanks for being so great and waiting so long for this preview! Enjoy!

Lauren KILLS me in this shot.

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  1. Anonymous:

    Beautiful Bride and Groom.

Before I left for Thailand I shot two December weddings. Both of them FREEZING cold...and both with rain/sleet/snow. Stacy was a total trooper- and it made me SO thankful that we had such a beautiful bridal portrait day so that she totally go to rock her dress in some natural light. The boys braved the cold a littler better with all of their layers, but no sooner did they arrive to begin did the bottom drop out. These two didn't skip a beat and had a fabulous day. S and B- hope married life is treating your amazingly! Have a great weekend!

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so we went to Thailand…

 
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A dream came true. We shot a wedding abroad. We were gone two weeks, we carried camera equipment all around Thailand, we got a tan(that was short-lived), we rode an elephant, we shot an amazing Thai wedding celebration, we traveled home...we are whooped. I have a two weddings to process before I will get to this one, but here is a sneak peak. Lots more photos of the wedding and our travels to come.

 

The venue: gorgeous. The couple: gorgeous. The day: gorgeous. Their love: gorgeous.

Yup, that pretty much sums it up! I couldn't love Ashton and Taylor's wedding photos any more.....enjoy! and don't forget to click the play button on the last photo for a slideshow.

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  1. Lindsey Lee's Mom:

    Just great memories for the beautiful couple!

  2. Ashton's mom:

    Beautiful… I can't wait to see them all!

  3. Anna Huntley:

    Love Love Love! They are wonderful. Can't wait to look through all of them!

  4. Taylor's Mom:

    Great and fun day! Just full of laughter, tears and love!

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