When Jen first called me and asked if I was available for their wedding date (also my birthday), I didn't hesitate for a second. I have been dying to shoot at the Mavimon since I first heard of it, about 3 years ago. The fact that it was for an awesome couple with great style and warm hearts made it even more appealing to me.
I get to shoot a lot of weddings, and each one is so special in it's own way, but somehow I knew Jen and Patrick's wedding would be extra, extra special. And I wasn't disappointed. This wedding wasn't about fancy decor or an ocean-view locale; instead, it was about two people sharing their version of a perfect wedding. And, I have to say, it was absolutely perfect for this delightful couple.
Jen's vintage dress and fabulous Prada heels -
I get to shoot a lot of weddings, and each one is so special in it's own way, but somehow I knew Jen and Patrick's wedding would be extra, extra special. And I wasn't disappointed. This wedding wasn't about fancy decor or an ocean-view locale; instead, it was about two people sharing their version of a perfect wedding. And, I have to say, it was absolutely perfect for this delightful couple.
Jen's vintage dress and fabulous Prada heels -
The bride got ready with the help of her closest friends -
Jen and Patrick chose to see eachother before their ceremony, so that they could greet each of their guests as they arrived. Here are a couple shots from their "first look."
This is probably one of my favorite images that I've ever shot -
And one for the Groom -
Jen and Patrick didn't want a traditional ceremony. Instead, they chose to gather their friends and family in the courtyard of the Marvimon and conduct an impromptu and totally unscripted ceremony, complete with their two dads, who officiated.
Their dad's pronounced them husband and wife in unison - it was really an incredible moment!
And the kiss!
Some details of the fabulous venue -
I loved the simple, but totally stylish flowers -
And a couple more of the fantastic couple! -
To Jen and Patrick: It was a birthday I will never forget! Thank you for being you!
delightfully,
Chenin
delightfully,
Chenin
Trackbacks
Comments
kary heimbach said:
beautiful work, chenin! this is one of my fav venues too!
xoxo
(10.16.08 @ 05:07 PM)
pinky said:
WOW So Beautiful! I love it! You're amazing!!
(10.16.08 @ 05:09 PM)
Melanie Watson said:
Holy adorableness! Could they be any cuter? Love the venue too. You did a great job! I'm in love with the groom's attire. Too fun! :D
(10.16.08 @ 05:35 PM)
Heather Kincaid said:
That seriously is the most gorgeous, cool, unique, awesome, super fabulous dream wedding ever. What an absolute treat for a photographer! Great images! I'd die to shoot a wedding like this.
(10.16.08 @ 05:37 PM)
julie said:
beautiful. i just love to see how every photographer sees things so differently, and is inspired by different personalities, venues, moments. it is what makes the work of somebody who is truly inspired so special. you can tell this was one of those moments for you! love your work, love your passion.
(10.16.08 @ 05:43 PM)
old client and continuous fan said:
Great chemistry between you and the couple! I could totally see how much you enjoyed photographing them since their engagement pics. Beautiful work!
(10.16.08 @ 06:09 PM)
Allana said:
oooh . . the pictures are wonderful, and perfect aesthetic match to the feel of the venue.
(10.16.08 @ 06:18 PM)
Kate Mefford said:
Soo stinkin' jealous. That is the coolest couple and neatest venue ever. Hope your birthday was swell and that you are feeling foxy despite the bun that you got cookin'! We need some updated pics of ya. Gotta bump yet?
(10.16.08 @ 07:02 PM)
Caroline Ghetes said:
Ok, seriously. The cutest couple ever! I love his bowtie and her dress& heels are freakin' to die for! Beautiful, beautiful images!
(10.16.08 @ 07:14 PM)
Jenn Galloway said:
WOW! I am all goosebumpy! What a beautiful wedding and a sweet couple and I LOVE LOVE LOVE her vintage dress. Your photos are STUNNING. Great work.
(10.16.08 @ 07:45 PM)
Ashley said:
Everything about this wedding is amazing. The dress, the venue, and especially the photographer! These images are gorgeous!
(10.16.08 @ 08:05 PM)
jen manuele said:
oh my gawd! she is STUNNING!!! i love their wedding!!! fab photos as always
(10.16.08 @ 08:28 PM)
Hannah Suh said:
I don't know how to describe it exactly, but the look and feel of this wedding is amazing. And those tilt shift portraits are insane, I'm in love with them.
(10.16.08 @ 08:31 PM)
Camille Elise said:
Wow, what a location. The shots from their first look are absolutely stunning. Looks like you had a good birthday :) Great images Chenin!
(10.17.08 @ 05:58 AM)
Emily DeWan said:
I started to cry with the ceremony shots. Beautiful!!
(10.17.08 @ 06:43 AM)
Justine said:
I LOVE this wedding Chenin! And I love the Marvimon! Gorgeous job.
(10.17.08 @ 02:42 PM)
Kristin said:
Wow..what a super unique amazing wedding. Ugg....they are going to love these to death! Great work!
(10.17.08 @ 05:48 PM)
Courtney said:
Good God, Chenin! Could you be any more awesome??? These are so FLIPPIN amazing I cannot stand it! Seriously??? Story told! You did AWESOME wit this!!!!
(10.17.08 @ 10:51 PM)
Karalee said:
My gosh, this wedding is just the most gorgeous thing ever. And that kiss - SO SO beautiful! I feel all goosebumpy and gooey. Well done Chenin!
(10.18.08 @ 01:23 AM)
Keith Cephus said:
Awesome work Chenin. You truly captured the personality of this lovely couple.
Keith
(10.18.08 @ 05:21 AM)
vanessa H said:
GREAT!!!!! It looks like your really captured the looks the were going for!!! What a cool vintage wedding !! Just amazing!!!
(10.18.08 @ 05:46 AM)
Meredith said:
That sounds like a really interesting, unusual wedding. Your photos are so evocative and atmospheric.
(10.19.08 @ 12:28 PM)
Kristen said:
I want to hug them, they're so cute!
(10.20.08 @ 01:04 PM)
Donavan Freberg said:
These are so very beautiful, their love shines through each shot and you captured it wonderfully.
Some of your best work and some of the most touching wedding photos I've ever seen.
Lovely work, Chenin!
(10.21.08 @ 01:21 PM)
Stephanie Williams said:
These are all so gorgeous!!! What an amazing venue and I love the couple's style! old clawfoot bathtub in a garden....tons of old textures....drooling!
(10.21.08 @ 01:42 PM)
Paper Monkey said:
Wow. That is a gorgeous venue. I love that they had a totally casual ceremony put on by their dads. That is a really great idea!
(10.22.08 @ 03:43 PM)
Jen Kloss Heffner said:
WOW! You could not have shot this wedding more PERFECTLY! I LOVE it. Nice job capturing this couple!
(10.29.08 @ 09:36 AM)
Charity Remington said:
Vintage Gold! I love it!
(11.02.08 @ 05:16 AM)
Robin Dini said:
what a fun looking couple! amazing style! great marriage of styles.
(11.04.08 @ 06:40 PM)
valerie said:
the wedding looked like a blast! they look so, so happy :)
(11.06.08 @ 10:17 PM)
Kim said:
I got goosebumps reading about the wedding, and then seeing your images. Wow.
(08.04.09 @ 08:19 AM)
Kim said:
Does anyone know where the beautiful dress came from??!! And what fabulous photos..
(11.10.09 @ 10:52 AM)
esther said:
great! the pictures are so beautiful. good style! and: my wedding is in may 2010 and I'm looking for a dress like hers. can anyone help me? where did the beautiful bride buy this dress?
(01.06.10 @ 10:44 AM)
esther said:
great! the pictures are so beautiful. good style. can anyone tell me where jen bought this dress? my wedding is in may 2010...
(01.06.10 @ 10:52 AM)
Piglet said:
WOW, the bride, the dress, the setting and the photos are gorgeous! I just bought a similar dress at Paris 1900 in Santa Monica for my fall wedding.
(05.05.10 @ 11:06 AM)
Piglet said:
WOW, the bride, the dress, the setting and the photos are gorgeous! I just bought a similar dress at Paris 1900 in Santa Monica for my fall wedding.
(05.05.10 @ 11:07 AM)