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In the mean time, I’ve got a sweet little family portrait session to share with you today.  We scored a gorgeous day on the University of Washington campus, and the cherry blossoms were in full swing.  I am pretty sure having two boys this adorable goes against the laws of nature, but it certainly makes for some darling family pictures.  I have been lucky enough to watch these charming little guys grow over the past few years- I can hardly believe this is my 6th session with the lovely P family.  Lucky, lucky me.   

There are long lists of sessions/weddings sitting beside my monitor, all waiting for their turn on the blog.  So I hear you asking, “what’s your excuse for leaving us hanging, Kristen”.  Well, I have a good one.  A really good one.  Actually, a few.  Let me explain.

1. It is definitely wedding booking season.  My 2011 wedding calendar is quickly approaching FULL.  I have had SO many meetings the last few weeks, so I’ve been spending a large amount of time away from my desk and out meeting everyone.  (I know, my job rocks.)  I am OVER THE MOON excited about my 2011 engaged couples.  Seriously- I am in love.  They have some of the sweetest love stories, adorable chemistry, and they are an all-around rad bunch of people.

2.  I am working on some VERY exciting changes for Kristen Honeycutt Photographer.  New products, new branding (more about that coming soon!), new equipment, new work flow, and the list goes ON AND ON.  I am really pushing myself and my business to another level this year and I am dying in anticipation of what’s to come.

3.  This one’s completely selfish- I am soaking up the ‘off season’.  Six months of the year are a blur for me, and when you have a 1 year old, it’s pretty shocking how things change over a summer.  I am loving a little extra time with my two favorite men, and I’m making good use of our play time (more on this coming soon too!).

So let’s kick this off with a peek at one of my new products- Custom Letter Storyboards.

They are 10×20″ and available as a photo standout or gallery wrapped canvas.  Colors/text are customizable, and you can choose your favorite images.  There are so many fun options, including a wedding-date version (so he’ll always remember your anniversary!).

This one features a few of Jessica and Jeff- one of my super rad 2011 wedding couples- which also creates the perfect opportunity to share their engagement session with you!

Jessica and Jeff are all kinds of awesome.  We hit it off right away, and after all the fun we had at their engagement session, I have to fight the urge to call them for happy hour every week. 

Jenn was the classic and stunning, blushing bride, and Isaac was her perfect prince charming.  The girl has ridiculously good taste, and I found myself loving every last detail from her romantic cathedral veil to her green satin shoes.  Please check out the adorable and oh-so-Northwest party favors… Honey Jars- how ‘sweet’ is that?!

The ceremony took place at the most charming white church in Rosyln, WA.  I distinctly remember letting out a little squeal of delight when I pulled up to it.  The classic architecture and crisp white walls reminded me of every romance story I’d read as a little girl.  After some emotional vows, the guests were treated to dinner and drinks in Suncadia’s gorgeous white tent. I’m completely smitten with Sucadia now.  It has the perfect balance of rustic NW accents and luxury resort.  Did I mention it’s surrounded by breathtaking views of the Cascades?!  Yeah, I’m booking my winter get away now.

Back to Jenn and Issac…

These two are so meant to be.  Seeing them together, they had the most endearing chemistry- a constant balance of give and take topped a very solid and supportive friendship.  The best man speech was one of the best I’ve ever heard- the perfect mix of creativity, wit, and sincerity.  I wish I had it to share with you word-for-word, but it was a true testament to their love for each other.  Hiding behind my camera, my eyes were brimming with tears (we all know I’m a sucker for romance!), but in my defense, everyone else was right there with me.

Congrats to Jenn and Issac!  Thank you SO MUCH for inviting me to play this role in your wedding.  I was honored and thrilled to work with you both, and I cannot wait to hear what adventures you share together in the future.

All the wedding vendor details at the bottom.

Ceremony: Immaculate Conception Church, Rosyln, Washington

Reception: The Inn at Suncadia, Cle Elum, Washington

Photographer: Kristen Honeycutt Photographer

Event Planner: Erin of Lindeman Weddings and Events

Cake: Cake by Amy

Catering: Suncadia Resort

Wedding Gown: La Sposa, Pronovias Flagship NYC

Groom/Groomsmen: Suits by JCrew

Things I loved:

Katie’s dress- love all those layers of gorgeous lace peaking out the folds of her dress.

The hand written note from Carl on their wedding day.

OMG.  Please check out the soles of Carl’s shoes in the ceremony pictures.

This bridal party was SO much fun to spend the wedding day with.  They rocked the party bus (oh yes, I said ‘party bus’), and they never let the dance floor die.  Check out the groomsmen walking down the street- they were so excited their photographer ‘let them’ play in traffic.  Ha!

How gorgeous is The Davenport Hotel?!  Amazing wedding venue for both location and decor.

Our photo filed trip to Manito Park.  If you can work it into your day, photo field trips are a great way to mix it up and grab some photos at an awesome location.  I mean, why not take advantage of how AMAZING you look, and get even more pictures in that dress?!

It’s been busy around our house lately, and I’ve been traveling the last 5 weekends in a row for weddings.  My suitcase is just about worn out, and my car needs a detail job STAT.

But I am having so much fun, and I am overwhelmingly blessed to get to call what is such an amazing honor, my job.  Lucky me.

M & M- it was such a blast working with you.  Congratulations!!

Things I loved:

Megan’s dress.  Such a romantic silhouette.

The boys’ attire.  White shirts and flip flops are so perfect for Summer.

One word- Limbo.  Every reception needs it.

Their ceremony programs.  Ridiculously cute.

Dancing under the stars and Italian wedding lights.  I love Italian wedding lights.

Mike’s face when he first saw Megan.

And thank you to Libby from Sweet Bliss Events for putting together a seamless and exquisite day.

Side Note: During the reception, the sprinklers came on and hit the dance floor.  Not two seconds later, some of Megan and Mike’s beloved guests were throwing themselves over the sprinkler head to keep the party going.  Those are the kind of guests I’d want at my party.  So rad.

More coming soon…

P family, thank you so much for inviting me into your home- what a beautiful bunch you are!