We left you yesterday with the first half of this detailed filled, stunning fall wedding at Pine River Ranch in Leavenworth, Washington. Here are few of our favorite reception details we captured for Bryce and Annicca… Enjoy!

Bryce and Annicca,

It was so AWESOME being your photographer for this amazing day. I enjoyed every minute!! Your bridal party? TOPS… seriously, tops the charts. They were a handful yes, but felt like old friends at the end of the night. Thank you for making us feel like family, and putting so much into your day, it was a visual feast! We wish you both the very very best in life and love, and can’t wait to see what life has in store for you!
Warmly,
Laura

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Whew!! This was an amazing wedding my friends. You might remember Bryce and Annicca from their recent engagement session we did at Discovery Park. These two lovebirds completely overdid themselves when it came to prepping for their September wedding at Pine River Ranch. Settled in a light filled valley just above Leavenworth, Pine River Ranch is one of those places that completes wedding dreams. With the help of some very dedicated family and friends, Bryce and Annicca (and their u-haul) were able to bring their vision to life. It’s been a challenge to bring this post to you because I probably selected over 200 images to share, it was THAT fabulous! Instead, I’m splitting it up into two posts, so wet your palate on this half, and tomorrow we’ll feast on reception details.

Shazaam! Annicca!!! You are stunning!

ummm seriously?

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He knew right away. She was gorgeous, put together, athletic and did I mention she was a Beaver fan? The first time they met, he knew.

Billy and Eric have been friends for years. They both grew up in the small town of Yoncalla, Oregon, population practically nothing. Don’t blink or you’ll miss it. The kind of place where everyone knows everyone, and if you didn’t move there recently you’re probably distantly related to the person you’re dating. Those who are smart, leave the stump to find their soul mate. We were all a little concerned about Eric until we met Jesse, if I’m being perfectly honest here. He was a little too nice and attracted all the wrong kinds of women, but I suppose to be fair… at least they weren’t related to him.

The minute Billy and I met Jesse, we started in on Eric to propose. Sorry Jesse! ;-) She was perfect for him… maybe a little too perfect. Sweeter than sugar, easy to talk to, and she was already dating him so he had a leg up! She fit in with his friends, was smart, interesting, and loved the same sports team… can you imagine a Duck dating a Beaver? Me neither.

Eric and Jesse held hands and vowed their love and commitment to each other on a gorgeous summer day at The Ranch on Beaver Creek in Lebanon, Oregon. Little touches of Beaver orange are here and there, and the most important element, their friends and family were abound. It was a wonderful celebration of these two and their perfect mix. So extremely happy to say that Eric and Jesse are now husband and wife!

One of my favorite things to do on dates I’m not booked with my own clients, is to photograph couples alongside my peers. A lot of photographers bring second professional photographers with them to weddings as additional coverage for the day. It’s always an awesome opportunity for me to get to know how other photographers work with their clients, and push myself to think more creatively! Last month I had the privilege of working alongside one of my favorite people in the world, Yasmin Khajavi. She’s a fantastic, cute as a button, larger than life photog from Portland, and any time she calls I jump at the chance to work alongside her. Here are some of my favorite images from the day, and you can see her post here, by visiting her blog. This lovely little wedding actually took place at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, in the teeny tiny town I grew up in. The bride and I went to high school together! Small world! Their lovely reception was held at Willamette Valley Vineyards in Salem, Oregon. A gorgeous reception venue with breathtaking views of the Valley.

Congrats Justin and Jen! Thanks for being so awesome to work with!

xo,
Laura

It wasn’t so much that he was handsome, even though his glances made her heart flutter, it was more that he was a nice guy. The kind of guy that you could trust, and get close to. From the moment they met, Mandi knew that she had someone special in Darren, she had a friend. The way their relationship began started just as that, good friends.  In high school she pined for details about him through their mutual friends. Finally the day came when she had built enough courage to ask him if he wanted to hang out.

He couldn’t…. he had to wax his car.

Now… only because I know how badly high school boys take pride in their vehicles, can I understand what on GOD’S GREAT EARTH would compel a guy to turn down a hang out date with this gorgeous girl. Apparently he came to light with what he had done, and the rest is history. They remained the best of friends throughout the years, and in 2008 their friendship blossomed into love.

Mandi is a girl who knows what she wants, and when she can identify the value in something she goes after it with all of her heart. It’s no surprise to me that her commitment to Darren was something she knew she wanted from the beginning. They pledged their love for each other on Saturday and in front of hundreds of family and friends, vowed to honor and cherish each other for all of their lives.

Mandi is an one of my favorite wedding professionals based in Portland, and her business Champagne Wedding and Event Coordination did a spectacular job assisting in the execution of her day. All of her wedding dreams were translated into this gorgeous November event held at Pure Space in the Pearl District of Portland. I am honored to have been one of her photographers for her wedding day, working alongside Yasmin Khajavi, and Bryan from Focal Point Media. This was an amazingly fun day! So much love in the air!

Holy details Batman! I could NOT narrow this post down, so be prepared for many images ;-)

Mandi’s dress is a Jim Hjelm… to die for! I got a sneak peek of it when I was shopping for my own dress in Portland at Ania Collection.

Stunning hair and makeup artistry by Nicole Wagner.

I love when couples opt for a first look because it gives us plenty of time for all of those gorgeous natural light portraits. It also provides a very intimate moment between the bride and groom before the ceremony. I just love the look on Darren’s face here as he takes the sight of his bride in. Priceless.

Darren and Mandi chose to do a candlelit ceremony, and put an emphasis on the lighting of their event. Lighting is everything people. How beautiful is this!!!

Can’t say enough about how gorgeous her florals were, designed by Blum!

How adorable are her parents?

Congratulations Darren and Mandi,

Thank you so much for including me in your day. I wish you all the love in the world and a lifetime of prosperity with each other.

xoxo,
Laura

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