had a great meeting w/ my fabulous clients - really looking forward to their wedding day in a few weeks-ish! ;) (twitter)
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 Tuesday, 10.27.09
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i always say that life is funny how it works & timing is key. i am beyond happy to see that fate took it's course & reconnected these two soulmates some years later... and incredibly grateful that i was asked to document their special day.
to say that it all makes my heart burst with 'happy' is truly an understatement.
Jen & Brian were married in August at the beautiful Grand Traverse Resort amongst their family & friends. it was a perfect up north summer day, filled with great laughter, cheer & of course, love, love love.
below are some of my favorite images from their day,,, however be sure to check out the slideshow at the end of this post to see even more!!
Jen & Brian,,, aka 'The Durda's'
... my mind & heart are filled with so many thoughts, and yet somehow i am at loss of words as to how to properly express them all. where does one truly begin? i suppose 'thank you' would be a good start.... but 'thank you' is not nearly enough! thank you for trusting me to show you what your love & special bond looks like. thank you for being so open, warm, welcoming... always. thank you for re-reminding me & others of what life is really all about -- love, laughter & true friendship. my gratitude to you both is never-ending & i wish you a lifetime of happiness... may the greatest of love-stories be yours. xxoo ksen
without further ado,,, their wedding day story...
the bling!
i loooooooooooved her shoes :
both the ring bearer pillow (below) & the bouquet lace were made from her Grandmother's wedding dress -- love it ! :
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her dress was incredible :
i LOVE both the images below so much. the first being the first time Brian's mother saw Jen in her dress & just embraced her. then the second, because even in it's simplicity you can just feel Jen's excitement exuding from her... :
Jen looked a-b-s-o-l-u-t-e-l-y breathtaking :
... and glowing with happiness :
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the flowers by The Floral Underground were brilliant :
a few of the many loving moments that day... with her amazing sister & Mother :
... a heartFULL embrace with her soon-to-be sister-in-law :
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such a natural beauty...
can we say beautyFULL one more time please?! i mean, seriously now!!
Brian was looking quite dapper himself :
GQ watch out!
love this :
the ceremony began & you could literally feel the excitement in the air :
sealed with a smoooooch!
signing of the marriage license... this photo makes me smile :
a sweet moment between Jen & her father-in-law :
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the fabulous ladies! :
the awesome gents!
the entire bridal party was fantastic :
off for a bit of alone time as the new Mr. & Mrs.!
i *heart* the powerful simplicity in this image :
another top fave :
a few of the elegant details :
Jen & Brian always know how to have fun so it was no surprise to me when they danced their way into their intro :
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during toasts :
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their first dance as husband & wife :
father/daughter :
mother/son :
remember my awesome clients Sarah & J.D.? they recently became parents to their sweet baby, Mary. isn't she just the cutest?? LOVE them!!
i simply adore the series below :
we escaped outside for a few sunset romancy pics :
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..as well as a few indoors :
i absolutely LOVE everything about the two images below :
the happy, happy newlyweds :
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...and for those who know Jen & Brian,,, i find it quite appropriate to end on this note! :
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back from a dream...
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Wednesday, 10.21.09
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i documented everything -- from the people, to the food, the wine, the places, etc. -- for an awesome new company, Ciao Andiamo, opening in New York City in 2010. i will have LOTS more to share about the trip & Ciao Andiamo in future posts, but for now,,, i am very excited to announce the first ever...
woooohoooooooooo!
the art show is an official unveiling of some of my TOP favorite prints from Italy captured from the 20 cities we visited in 12 days! ...and what better place to do so then the cozy Vintner's Cellar in downtown Royal Oak?!
...and get ready to sip on some wine, munch on cheese, check out some rad prints and of course mingle, laugh & be merry.
below is all the info you need to know,,,
...along with a little teaser of just a few images from my trip!
please feel free to leave a comment or email me if you have any questions.
happy happy wednesday!
ksen
happy happy wednesday!
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wednesday's.whimsy : grocery therapy
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Wednesday, 10.21.09
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my early morning walks with Jones have become a daily necessity... not just for my sweet pup, but also for my mind, body & soul. i feel a similar sense of clarity when i workout, as well, but there is something about the fresh morning air swimming through my lungs, music filling my ears, the breeze cleansing my skin & Jones happily sniffing away at the same rock, tree & leaf that was there the day before that is almost unexplainable.
as i was admiring the trees painted so brilliantly with color today, i couldn't help but smile, one of those BIG natural smiles. when is the last time your face curled into an involuntary smile just because??! it is the BEST feeling... & as it happened, i thought to myself how funny life is that you have to constantly remind yourself to take the time to actually savior it & not take it for granted.
i'm not gonna lie, the start of this week has been a bit stressful due to certain things that are completely out of my control. however, when things get tough i always tell myself 'it could be worse',,, because it most certainly could, & remind myself to appreciate the small stuff.
yesterday, i took a break from work & meetings to go to the grocery store. i don't know why, but there is something very therapeutic about perusing through the aisles, wondering what new healthy combo i will be cooking up or what new treat i will surprise my Jonsie with. as i left, a breeze blew by & a confetti of leaves danced around my feet. i literally burst into the biggest laugh & thought to myself,
this morning i received an email from a friend. he sent me a video of the new Michael Buble song because he thought i would like it. 'like it' is an understatement. it completely made my day & i hope it does the same for you.
...ironically enough, it takes place at a grocery store. it is absolutely one of the most brilliant & creative videos i have ever seen to date. love, love & LOVE!
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