crystal
Somebody pinch me! I still find it hard to believe the opportunity I had over the weekend. I photographed a beautiful wedding with the one and only David Jay alongside the absolutely amazing Jasmine Star. And what an experience it was! We have been great friends for a few years now, and while DJ and Jas have teamed up on weddings before I have never had the opportunity to join them. I tried to play it cool, but I confess that I was shaking in my comfy new black flats! I just knew I would go "dumb" all day long in the company of two of the industry's finest photographers. I did have a few "duh" moments throughout the day, but I think I did an okay job. And I must admit, the three of us made on heck of a team. DJ is so easy-going on the wedding day, and he let us girls do whatever we wanted all day long. It was great!!
Michael and Megan are friends of DJ's, and they are such an amazing couple! They are both gorgeous people, and they have such a beautiful relationship. It was incredible to witness these two together. And it was equally incredible to see how much their families loved and supported the two of them. The site of their wedding was Eucalyptus Lane in Ventura, California. It is the cutest place with so many unique details. And it even had a lot of Southern charm!! I loved it! I hope you enjoy seeing a few of my favorites from the day.
I love this one of Megan's sister laughing. She's so pretty! And aren't her curls adorable?!
I love this shot of Megan getting her makeup done. She made me think of the actress Brittany Snow all day long. What do you think?!
The rings tied on the pillow...
These boys were a riot! Fun to be around.
Michael made a handsome groom, didn't he?
I like this reflection shot of Megan and her mother...
She was so cute trying to catch a quick glimpse of Michael out the window.
And it was an extra cute moment when her mother joined her!
Such a beauty...
These three little ring bearers stole my heart!!
Michael laughing as they came down the aisle...
Megan's father choked back the tears as he walked her down the aisle.
And when he gave her away I witnessed two of the most genuine embraces I may have ever seen at a wedding. It brought tears to my eyes...
I love this shot of the bridesmaids looking on while Michael and Megan share in communion.
Before they were pronounced husband and wife the entire bridal party stepped up to pray for them. It was such an intimate moment. And I cried. Again.
The kiss...
....followed by celebration and bubbles!
After the wedding we spent some time getting some amazing pictures of the two of them. I am in love with this one....
They even jumped on a trampoline!! Have I mentioned how wonderful these two were?!!! Aren't they fun?!
Another favorite! I love "almost kisses"!
So cute!
A couple of shots from inside the barn....
It was beautiful!
A sweet moment just before their grand entrance....
A few from the first dance....
A prayer before dinner.
A funny moment during her sister's toast....
And then a tender moment....
After dinner the party got started, and this group was a blast!!!
There was so much amazing dancing going on that I couldn't help but shake my thang a little bit every now and then! :) And I was floored by this guy. He did the most incredible Michael Jackson style dancing I believe I have ever seen. For real! He was amazing, and these pictures don't even do him justice, but I had to give him props!! So here he is workin' it....
It was such an amazing day, and (just for kicks) here are a few fun shots of Jasmine, DJ, and I working it out...
I heart Jasmine.
The rockstars I was working with - Jasmine, DJ, and Paul (DJ's videographer)
Deej grabbed my camera and took this hilarious shot of me. It shows my true dorky side. Hilariously embarrassing, but I couldn't help but share it. Mom and Dad, aren't ya proud?! ;)
At some point DJ became a caddy. :) hehe!
ummm.... LOL!
Me, Jas, Allie, and Deej. I'm pretty sure I'm backing it up on Jasmine in this one. Classic.
And DJ signing off with his little wedding buddy. The end of an era.
Wow - that was one long post! :) I am off to bed now!
~ Crystal
Reader Comments (21)
Hey Crystal- This is my first time on your site (I clicked on your name from Jasmine's blog) anyway, I just had to leave you a comment to say that I LOVE LOVE LOVE all your images from this wedding. They are truly amazing! This couple is so blessed to have a team of such fantastic photographers! I love the fact that you and Jasmine both captured such different shots... Keep up the good work!
Girl, Girl, Girl----you've done it again!!! I saw your super self on Jasmines blog and I've been hoping you'd get some pics posted soon!!! Excellent as usual. You did a great job girl!!! I ADORE the picture of them walking away along the hillside! Fantastic! I also love the one of Megan at the bottom of the stair case! And, of course, all the candids you caught are adorable! You are so freakin awesome! You deserve to be shooting alongside 2 of the best in the business! Ok, gotta stop becaue I"ve pretty much already made my own post out of this comment............see ya!!!
ps - i like the new blog header!!!
ok I'm out for good!!!!!
Hey Crystal,
Got here from Open Source. Nice work. It looks like you are using TRA, but just a little, I love it. I am working hard in Ohio to get alike photographers to shoot together and help each other. Is there a secret you guys have out in CA. You all seem like such a tight group. It is inspiring.
You rock. There are no other words I can use to express the same thing. I think we should shoot every wedding with you, me, and DJ! :) So just move to Santa Barbara and we'll be set! Love you! :)
wow, i felt like i was there, thanks for being so comprhensive, it was so enjoyable to read, and you have MAD photograhy skillz!
what bad grammer, sorry!
Hey Crystal! LOVE the shot of the couple in the tall grass...my fav! You have some great shots though...you have an amazing talent! Thanks for sharing the awesome shots!
I've been following your blog for a couple of weeks and I love your work. There are a lot of reasons why you are being asked / invited to shoot with awesome photogs like David Jay and Jasmine Star. Anyways, I just wanted you to know that your photos rock and I dig on the emotion that you captured in this wedding! Take care and God bless!
Hey! I got here from J*'s blog and I am already in love with your work - you are incredible and you did such an amazing job with this wedding! WOW! =) I love all of the images you got...one of my fave's is the one of them walking in the grass, it's incredible! Congratulations and keep up the unbelievable and incredible work!
Hey Crystal!! Awesome, awesome images... you guys rocked it out! :)
You guys are a total dream team! I love your photos and the way you process them.
One more thing, LOVE the way you and Jasmine dressed! I guess I don't always have to wear ALL black!
I love the all the details! It's my 1st visit to your blog (after clicking over from Jasmine*'s) and it certainly won't be my last- all beautiful & brilliant photographs!! :)
Crystal those are gorgeous! wow!! they will be so in love (with your pictures, as well as each other!).
It was a true joy and such a blast spending so much time with you this weekend. We are certainly cut of the same stone! Stay in touch, and can't wait to see this new site of yours!! xx
These are wonderful images Crystal!! Dj definitely chose an awesome team to work with him. LOVE that image of the couple on the hill... and the ones of jasmine and DJ are great! :) Well done!
LOVE the new header! What an amazing opportunity...and you did an amazing job! Along with everyone else, I love the one on the hill! Beautiful work!
Well, i was gonna say i loved the new header but somebody beat me to it!!!
Those pictures make me want to build a beautiful barn to have weddings in =)
This is my favorite set of wedding pictures you have done. They are awesome! I loved the trampoline! Priceless!
WOW! WOW! WOW! Crystal I just saw these and they are so incredible!!!! You're amazing! Thank you so much!
Girl you are amazing!! Those pictures are absolutely gorgeous. I'm in love with that same golden field one you pointed out... just stunning. Hope you are doing well my friend!