Mr & Mrs Skinner

August 13th, 2009

Things I loved about this wedding:

1) Barns

2) Merry Go Rounds

3) Random Chandeliers hanging on random trees on private property

4) FERRIS WHEELS

5) Last, but not least, Romy and Ryan

Okay, okay.  I know I say this about all my couples, but I love Romy and Ryan!  I know you’re sitting there reading this saying, “Yeah, yeah Drew.  You’re just saying that.  You can’t love all of your couples that much.”  But I do!  I’m that lucky!  I have the raddest couples… ever!

When I met up with Romy she was getting her hair done.  She could tell I was excited and she said, “You saw the ferris wheel, didn’t you?”.  She knows me too well!  She knew I would be excited about the barn too as that’s ALL I talked about during their weekend engagement session up north at Ryan’s family’s vineyard.

Ryan and Romy were both so calm throughout the day.  Everyone got ready in the same big cottage.  Their bridal party, family, and friends were all such a pleasure to work with.  Everyone was really there to celebrate Romy and Ryan and you could tell how much love there is for them.  It was such an amazing day and I was so happy to be a part of it!  And Calamigos Ranch is one of my most favorite venues to shoot at.  There are so many amazing places to shoot!

Romy and Ryan – Thank you from the bottom of my heart for allowing me to be a part of  your wedding day!  I have enjoyed getting to know you two so much!  Enjoy Tahiti!  You will love it!  Here’s your slideshow!

Sit back and grab a cup of coffee because there are a lot of pictures!  Just couldn’t narrow down my favorites!

Wait until you see the back of this gorgeous gown!

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Gorgeous flowers by The Hidden Garden.  Everyone was talking about these flowers!

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First Look.  Love this pic because Romy had just said very calmly, “Hello, Ryan.”  And Ryan said, “Hello, Romy”.  It was very cute!

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Yeah for random chandeliers!

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And barns!

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And merry go rounds!

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And last, but not least, ferris wheels!

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43 copyLove this shot of Romy before the ceremony.  All the commotion going on around here, but she’s so calm.  Just looking out the window watching her guests arriving.

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Not a bad place to get married, right?  Isn’t it amazing???

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58 copyAfter the ceremony Romy changed her “look”.  She took off her veil and put on a gorgeous headband!  I want this headband!  I would wear it everyday.  Just while doing the laundry or washing dishes.  I would feel so glamorous if I had this princess headband!

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68 copy69 copy71 copy73 copyAmazing father, daughter dance!  And the band, Entourage, was absolutely fantastic!  

74 copyThese guys were not part of the band, but they did do some awesome karaoke!

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Venue: Calamigos Ranch

Makeup: For Reel Makeup

Florist:  The Hidden Garden

Videographer: Elysium Productions

Band: Entourage

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  1. Simone posted the following on August 13, 2009 at 12:37 pm.

    wow, wow, wow! I’m not that good at leaving comments on your blog here but that doesn’t mean I don’t love all your work. I do. But I just had to come out and say these images are absolutely stunning. I can’t stop looking! Drew, you can see just how much you really enjoyed yourself through these photos-does that make sense? ;)
    Love it!

  2. Bobbie Brown posted the following on August 13, 2009 at 12:38 pm.

    WooooW! Gorgeous!

  3. Tracy posted the following on August 13, 2009 at 12:40 pm.

    I can’t even get over how amazing this wedding is. What an awesome location and such a beautiful couple. I know I say this every time, but I think this is my favorite wedding yet!!! Number 11 of her loooking back is breathtaking. Awesome job Drew!!

  4. ki posted the following on August 13, 2009 at 2:29 pm.

    Every detail was magical including your shots~! And what a sexy couple that is!!

  5. Annie posted the following on August 13, 2009 at 2:38 pm.

    These are amazing Drew! I love every picture. Good job and cute couple.

  6. oneshotbeyond posted the following on August 13, 2009 at 2:45 pm.

    OH MY GOODNESS! I must say this…I believe #11 down is the best bride shot I’ve EVER seen. I don’t know if the turn was prompted by you or not, but it comes off as being an all natural expression. I think she looks insanely goregous in that shot. The puzzled look on her face at such a time as she was obviously headed to an alternate destination is fascinating. The lighting is phenomenal and highlights her and her dress so perfectly. WOW! I really love that image. Way to go!

  7. Kat Forsyth posted the following on August 13, 2009 at 2:48 pm.

    Just BEAUTIFUL. I don’t know what else to say. Drew, you are amazing. I want to have the beautiful, bright, colourful but somehow light & airy look your photos have. They’re always stunning.

  8. Kayleen T. posted the following on August 13, 2009 at 3:18 pm.

    Wow amazing wedding! And you captured it so well!

  9. Briony posted the following on August 13, 2009 at 3:19 pm.

    what a gorgeous venue! these are amazing…you did a wonderful job!

  10. PamperingBeki posted the following on August 13, 2009 at 3:47 pm.

    My goodness, these are gorgeous!! Stunning couple, amazing wedding, and fabulous pictures!

  11. Diana posted the following on August 13, 2009 at 6:19 pm.

    I’m glad that you kept all 50 pictures… I loved every single one!

  12. Tira J posted the following on August 13, 2009 at 6:32 pm.

    Wow Drew! I think this is my most favorite wedding of yours! Every single image is amazing! Loved her bouquet!

  13. April S posted the following on August 13, 2009 at 6:43 pm.

    Wow what a gorgeous wedding!! Everything from the shoes to the flowers, headband and dress.
    Love all the photos! The rings on the cork is great!

  14. misty thompson posted the following on August 14, 2009 at 6:20 pm.

    what a GORGEOUS wedding! amazing flowers and to-die-for reception decor!

  15. Marissa Rodriguez posted the following on August 14, 2009 at 8:56 pm.

    ….I’m speechless……seriously.

  16. Amber posted the following on August 15, 2009 at 3:42 pm.

    I JUST found your blog and I wanted to let you know that I absolutely LOVE your work. Gorgeous wedding!!!!

  17. Leslie posted the following on August 18, 2009 at 11:47 am.

    Drew…you are amazing! I love coming on here and seeing all your work! I love your momtog blog too!

  18. Tim May posted the following on September 10, 2009 at 3:47 pm.

    Lovely set of shots. I have to appologise however, i going to pinch that cork idea. I will credit you though don’t worry!?

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