Another one of my sweet Wedding Giveaway Winners…Congrats, Sarah & Allen!!!

I had so much fun photographing these two.  They are rays of sunshine and I can’t help but smile and laugh when I’m around them.  Can’t you tell by their smile.  I am so excited to photograph their wedding on July 21st at their friends’ barn.  Congratulations to both of you!  Enjoy your Feature and Consider Yourselves Loved…

**If there are over 50 people who comment on this post, I’ll gift the Bride and Groom an 11×14**

I just loved this wedding.  So much creativity.  So much support.  So much love.

I traveled a couple of hours to Twin Falls the morning of their wedding.  As I drove up to the venue, I knew it was going to be a great day.  Not only was it entirely too beautiful, but there were all these really great, somewhat run-down buildings everywhere.  For those of you who know me, you KNOW that I love me some run-down buildings.  I also drove by this turquoise door and I knew I had to use it.  You know what makes Chelsea and I BFFs?  One of the first things she said was, “Did you see the turquoise door?  THAT’s where I want photos taken!!!”  Thank you, Dear Chelsea & Michael for letting me be a part of your day.  I am so happy for you and excited to see where you’re taken on your life-journey.  Love you both very much!!!  Enjoy your Sneak and Consider Yourselves Loved…

Venue:  The Main Event Center, Twin Falls, ID
Rings: Alpine Jewelers, Twin Falls, ID
Dress: Christa’s, Twin Falls, ID
Florist: Alisha Stuwart
Caterer: Tomato’s, Twin Falls, ID (HOLY SMOKES, GOOOOOOOOD FOOD!!!)
Coordinator/Decorator: Sandie Beams, Twin Falls Nazarene Church

LOVED this!

Danielle Cremer's Gorgeous work!

First LOOK!

Love how he's looking at her here .

First looks are great for connecting in private on the wedding day...

I LOVE natural laughter!!!

I loved both color & black and white of this image

Check out that light!!!

Love the antique hankies .

I think these guys have been married for 73 years!!! Is that right??? Beautiful!

love.these.tears.

Some of the family members had these signs with the number of years they've been married. This was theirs!

Genuine looks from the toasts!!!

Cake POPS!

It's getting late .

Tried a painting on this one and I LOVE it!!!

I LOVE it when my brides put a lot of thought into their photographs.  Loved this wedding.  I can’t wait to tell you more, but for now, here’s a couple of sweet shots.

Remember this gorgeous couple?  Their gallery is available for viewing.  Please email Cyndee at cyndee@ashkiphoto.com for log-in information.

I love it when my brides and grooms decide to expand their family.  I once heard that you’re ready to start a family when you feel like you need to love more.  If you love your spouse with the unconditional love we’re supposed to have, it’s time to expand that love.  Claire and Ryan were married in December of 2008 – I still remember their wedding and wedding details to this day. It was such a beautiful union and I am so excited to see them take this next step.  Congratulations, Dear Claire and Ryan.  I am so happy for you!!!

Wow.  What can I say about this wedding?  It was simply gorgeous.  I keep coming back to the ambiance.  The ambiance was amazing.  And how could I not totally love this family?  It was such a beautiful wedding.  Thank you, Watson & Libsack Family, for raising such amazing children – they are beautiful inside and out.  Enjoy your feature & Consider Yourselves Loved…

Venue: Findlay’s Ranch, McCall, ID (Bride’s godparents)

Rings: Lee Read

DJ: Vince with VCI Audio

Cake: Marsh Cakes

Catering: Edible Art Catering

Special thanks to my awesome second photographer, Randi Davies and my awesome assistant, Katie Pukash!  You girls ROCK!!!

Can you believe these guys have been married for 44 years???

What a beautiful year .  Blessed, blessed, blessed!!!  Thank you to all of my wonderful clients who helped make this year happen.  I wouldn’t be here without you!!!

Click HERE to see 2011 in review!

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I love trading .  I have traded stylists, construction workers, landscapers, magazines, wine, personal trainers, organizers, babysitters, sewers, decorators, Scentsy.  Pretty much anything that you can trade, I’ll entertain the option.  I think we could all use a trade now and then.

Right this second, I am looking for someone who will trade photographs for:
Lawn Care/Maintenance
Closet Organizers (like California Closets)
Advertising Space
Furniture (don’t laugh – I have a friend who traded a couch for photography from a small business owner’s furniture store!)

But don’t be shy!  Do you have something I might want?  Just ask – you never know!