September 7, 2006
Courtney and Justin
Attorneys and politicians. Three degrees of separation. This has been a wonderfully bizarre summer of weddings with the best couples. Courtney and Justin live in Washington D.C. but grew up in this area. They were married on September 3rd at The Old Church, another one of the historic churches located on the Park Blocks. Their reception was at the World Trade Center. My first time at this venue, which is a very unique structure with striking architecture.
Recently a bride asked me what makes a great wedding. After working with Courtney and Justin, the definition came easily. Laid back, well planned and having fun, surrounded by your best friends. Justin was the more reserved of the two, but Courtney more than made up for it. They were both so very happy and all I could do was hang on and enjoy the ride. Here are some of my favorite moments from their day.
A great moment captured by Kristen. Courtney was so happy all day long and her enthusiasm was contagious.
There’s a story to this sword. It’s been passed from one wedding to another within the family. I’m not sure how it started or what it means, but it was at the ceremony and has been used to cut the cake at previous weddings. The tradition continues.
Courtney and Justin had friends and family in attendance from all over the world…literally. The toasts were humorous and emotional; from the heart. Courtney’s father introduced the entire wedding party, telling stories about each one. Courtney and Justin have known each other since grade school, high school sweethearts.
My wife, who was helping me that evening later commented that she hopes our own daughters have such friends who journey through life with them. It is an amazing testament to these two wonderful people that they are surrounded by so many friends they’ve known their entire lives. I barely hear from my own family!
Reflecting back over their wedding day, I will always remember Courtney’s smile and her laughter. What a beautiful soul. Justin, you are a lucky man! Best wishes to the newly married couple and congratulations to their families. It was truly an honor to witness the story of your wedding day.
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Hi Randy - You are just rockin on the weddings! Stunning images as usual, tack sharp and great lighting. The cake shot is perfect - directional flash while retaining the ambient light. Great blog and website too!
Thank you for capturing the “spirit” of the day. It was perfect in every sense and I can’t wait to see the rest of your pictures. You were just delightful and I thank your wife for sharing her birthday evening with us.
Thanks Dianna, I appreciate you stopping by and leaving a comment. It was my pleasure to be a part of the day. Besides, we celebrated my wife’s birthday the weekend before, so it was fun to be together at a wedding.
Thanks for your patience, I know everyone is anxious to see the wedding pictures. Things are very busy in the Northwest in summer.
Have a great day!
Randy
JUSTIN IS MY COUSIN’S SON. SHE SENT US THIS SITE TO CHECK OUT THE PHOTOS. I AM HOOKED. I LOVE YOUR PICTURES AND YOUR COMMENTS. I CHECK BACK WEEKLY TO SEE WHAT’S NEW. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!
Thank you Sue for stopping by and for your comments. I have been blessed with wonderful couples and it’s always a pleasure to share in their wedding days. I toute myself as a storyteller and that means not only with images, but with words. The words take a lot longer as I really struggle with it, but I always appreciate when people enjoy my efforts.
Thanks so much!
Randy
Randy, As I look at these wonderful photos again and again I relive that day again and again. And I still smile as I remember each picture. You are an amazingly talented person to have captured and conveyed the love,joy & happiness between Courtney & Justin and in their souls.
Thank you so much!!!
Carolyn Hill
Carolyn,
Thank you for the comments. They are a great couple and I’m looking forward to posting their wedding for you to view very soon. It’s been a busy summer with everyone getting married at the same time, or so it seems. Your patience will soon be rewarded with lots of great photos. I hope you stop by and look at them once they’re posted.
Have a great day and thanks for reading my blog.
Randy