2009 welcomed many new and fabulous wedding clients into the KaBloom Studios family! I am continually reminded of how much I love my clients and consequently, my job. :) I thought it would be fun to re-post some of my favorite wedding images from the past year in one big juicy post (no small feat!). When I originally gathered images for this, I looked at the file count and had pulled 300+ shots. That. Is. Nuts. So.... I whacked the list waaaay down. This is just a small sampling of why I love my clients and my job so darn tootin' much. :) Enjoy! To make it easier to digest, I loosely arranged the images based on different parts of the day. This first group represents the 'portrait hour' I spend with clients making the iconic images that sum up what their day is all about. I hope they make you smile!

2009 brought with it the opportunity to photograph a number of destination weddings including Annette & Brandon's 4th of July celebration in Grenada. Here are some of my faves from their 'Day After' session. The wedding itself can be seen here.

Of course, 'portrait hour' is preceded by 'getting ready.' I *love* to photograph all the pretty details that go into transforming a beautiful woman into a beautiful bride.

Of course, the guys have their own version of 'getting ready.' In this case, it means listening to the ball game on the radio.... :)

Ceremony time! Whether in a church, at a park or on a golf course, ceremonies are fun and challenging to capture.

Jeff earned a shout-out for most creative 'entrance' to a wedding when he arrived to his ceremony on water skis and upon landing ashore, peeled off his 'dry suit' to reveal the tuxedo underneath. Bravo!

I'm often asked, "Do you shoot formal group portraits?" The answer, of course, is "Yes!" In addition to a few traditional formals, I love to capture what I think is even more fun.... group shots that showcase personality and spunk. Here are a few quick examples/faves. :)

Another thing I enjoy capturing at the wedding are detail shots of the rings. The possibilities are endless!

When I'm not chasing the star couple or foraging for interesting ring image concepts, I often turn my camera's attention to grandpas, kids, interesting guests and... the funny moments that are only a click away.

I later found out that the gentleman on the left in the image below passed away not long after the wedding. I'm incredibly honored to have been able to give this image to his family in tribute.

Every time I come home from a wedding, I'm more excited than before... and filled with inspiration from all the genius, creative couples I have the honor of working with. (Poor Emir... I'm constantly suggesting to him that we renew our vows and have a party with all the fab ideas I've collected over the years. Such a good sport he is!) If you're in the market for some wedding reception detail shots (eye candy), here goes!

After months of planning to pull off the whole event, the reception comes and it's time to dance!

Thank you to all of the incredible couples (and their families!) I've had the honor of working with in the past year. You are the reason I do what I do.... Much love and happiness to you all in 2010! :)