Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Testing, testing... is this thing on?

Oh, hey there! Just a little note saying hi... and that I haven't forgotten about this blog. (ooookay, maybe a little)

Things have been a bit insane chaotic lively these past few months, but I wouldn't have it any other way. I am so dang thankful for all of my amazing couples who have entrusted me with capturing the moments of the most special and beautiful days of their lives. I'm excited to eventually shoot (and blog. no, really!) all of my 2012 weddings, and equally excited for the challenge of adjusting to such a fast-paced schedule. Bottom line: I love what I do, and I feel ridiculously blessed to call it my job. Thank you for all the support and encouragement as I make my way through this first year of being a full-time business. Last summer, I was daydreaming about "one day" from my corporate America job, and all I can say is this has far exceeded anything I could have hoped for. I am eternally grateful for this crazy adventure you have given me. Thank you.

There will be a major overhaul coming soon with pictures, a new design and lots of other exciting things, but in the meantime I'll be devoting every waking minute to editing, shooting, catching up on email and oh yes, PACKING!!!  Guess who's moving this week?!?! (Surprise!) I'm ditching Nebraska and trading "the good life" for the better life... (In all seriousness, Nebraska has been awesome but I'd like to lovingly dedicate that to my favorite die-hard Husker friends ;)

More information on that coming soon, as well as actual, real-life blog entries (I'm holding myself to it!) but in the meantime you can view my latest work at my Facebook page.

Thanks for stopping by...

xoxo
Rachel

(and because pictures make everything just a little more fun, here's a quick blog debut featuring some of this year's couples. I kind of love them to pieces.)
























Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Sarah + Levi - married!

The couple was stunning, the cathedral was breathtaking and the weather was out-of-this-world, making for a picture-perfect day for Levi and Sarah.

From the engagement session to the wedding, I could not have enjoyed working with these two more. Fun, warm-hearted and complete naturals in front of the camera from day one! :) Congrats to the newly minted Lammerts; wishing you nothing but the best.





















Thursday, March 29, 2012

Shane and Erin: married!

There are certain days that make me feel extra blessed to capture such happy memories with such incredible people.

March 24th was one of those days.

Shane and Erin radiate fun, kindness and a love for others, and these aspects of their personalities permeated every detail of the day, making for a beautiful event.

(the crazy gorgeous weather didn't hurt things either) 

Much love and congrats to Shane and Erin, and thank you so much for including me on your special day! 









Erin was beyond gorgeous...





Shane got a little emotional here...


Juuuuust kidding :) 


Opting out of a first look, Shane and Erin kept things fun, creative and romantic using other methods...


Loved this personal touch; Erin tucked her grandmother's handkerchief into her garter.













 Major, major props to one of the best jumping pictures yet. These guys BROUGHT it!









I could have shot at the Opheum Theater alllll night. Simply gorgeous!