"Always be yourself, unless you can be a unicorn...then always be a unicorn."
I've always said I know right away when a wedding couple is a good fit for me and my style of photography. I can feel a connection almost immediately. I always hope that the couple feels the same way too and luckily, Adria & Charles did. Hooray! We met on a rainy afternoon here in Eugene at Excelsior Inn near the University of Oregon campus where both Adria and Charles work. I knew I liked them when I saw that Adria and I had similar scarves on and updo hairstyles on that rainy day. Charles was simply dashing in his sport coat and pocket square. Something about their interaction with each other reminded me of myself with my own husband. I liked them a lot and luckily, they liked me too. We shared many laughs and a few sweet moments together as they chatted about their relationship and engagement. I found myself fighting back a few tears at one point. Yes, I liked this couple very much. Fast forward to June and polar opposite weather as we gathered at 5th St. Market in Eugene. It was hot. Very hot! I want to say it was about 97 degrees and humid too. Luckily, their beautiful Oregon wedding was being held in the evening, in the shade of the 5th St. Market's courtyard. Hooray for shade! I met Adria at Inn at the 5th next door as she got ready with her family and friends. I love capturing these intimate moments before the wedding because the energy is always a mix of nervousness and pure excitement. My favorite moment was watching Adria open her gift from Charles; two tiny animal figurines that were so delicate inside a beautiful wood box. It was an honor watching Adria get dressed with the help of of mother and friends. I love watching brides transform from regular clothes into their wedding gown. That moment when they see themselves in the mirror...it's magical. Meanwhile, Charles was in the comfort of air conditioning just a few floors below, inside 5th Street where the wedding reception would be held. Again, he was simply dashing in his blue coat and dazzling tie. Perfection! The wedding ceremony was simply perfect.. I loved all of the color & happy energy all around. Adria and Charles both cried while reciting their vows and of course we all cried right along with them. You could truly feel the love these two have for one another. The ceremony was complete with a beautiful Celtic knot tying ceremony that their friends and family participated in. At the very end of the ceremony, friends and family gathered around the courtyard railing and tossed pennies into the fountain below & wished the newlyweds happiness and joy. Okay. Now the best part...rainbow sparkle cupcakes and a unicorn cake! Yes! I'll let the photos speak for themselves for the reception. Such a fun party filled with laughter and emotional speeches from their guests. I was able to sneak Adria and Charles away for a bit to take photos under the bistro lights in the courtyard before I said goodbye. Oh! They also went for a ride in the glass elevator and waved to their friends & family...while stealing a couple kisses from each other along the way. As I hugged the newlyweds goodbye, I left with sore feet (as always) and a huge smile on my face from this gorgeous event. Thank you for letting me capture your wedding day, Adria and Charles. Always keep the sparkle, color and laughter in your marriage, as I know you certainly will. Lynn Marie
34 Comments
Virginia
8/21/2017 03:37:52 pm
What a cool venue and fun wedding! And I love Eugene! They are lucky to have had you as their wedding photographer!
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8/21/2017 04:04:06 pm
What a beautiful Oregon wedding! You did such a wonderful job as their wedding photographer!
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Chelsea W.
8/21/2017 08:30:09 pm
You are such a great Eugene wedding photographer! You captured beautiful memories for this happy couple!
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shanna
8/21/2017 08:54:52 pm
I love the emotion that you captured in this wedding! Beautiful photos in such a beautiful location in Eugene.
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Hollis Stair
8/22/2017 06:23:24 am
Such beautiful colors in this Oregon wedding! They were lucky to have such a talented photographer capture their special day. And I adore the rainbow ribbon dancers the flower girls have!!
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8/22/2017 06:25:29 am
What a gorgeous wedding! The bride + groom looked so happy. You did such an amazing job as an Oregon wedding photographer. Can't wait to see what you capture next!
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Wow, I have only been to Oregon once, but I've been to Eugene and the 5th Street Market! I would never have pictured a wedding there but you captured it so perfectly. I'm a wedding photographer too so whenever I go back to visit family we should totally connect! I love your work!
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8/22/2017 08:52:39 am
Oh I love all the joy felt through these images. I LOVE when I see couples laughing and smiling and CELEBRATING their love instead of just being stressed! Looks like a gorgeous fun day!
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carlee
8/22/2017 09:05:29 am
I love eugene oregon! You photographed this wedding so well!
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8/22/2017 12:54:30 pm
Oh my goodness - what a stunning wedding! All the little details really make it... and that unicorn cake is a dream! You've captured the day beautifully - truly an amazing Oregon Wedding Photographer!
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Sheryl
8/22/2017 04:51:43 pm
These are so fun! I am in love with their smiles and their genuine laughs. This is a great venue in Oregon and not one that you would think of off the top of your head, but they did it so beautifully! What a gorgeous wedding!
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sarah
8/22/2017 06:25:08 pm
Ahhh this is one of the best wedding venues in Eugene !!! They picked the perfect photographer to match style and creativity to their personality and venue location!
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8/24/2017 08:16:34 pm
What a lovely wedding - I love all the candid photographs that you were able to capture! Looks like they had a fantastic day.
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12/18/2017 01:05:31 pm
These are gorgeous wedding photos— they look so happy in all of them! I've never been to 5th Street Market— it's really lovely!
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Hilary Parr
12/18/2017 02:58:29 pm
The 5th street market is a stunning venue, you captured it so well! And what a sweet couple. I love all the sentimental touches. Great job capturing their special day.
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Georgia
12/18/2017 03:29:51 pm
Awesome Eugene Wedding Photographer!
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sarah
12/18/2017 05:59:48 pm
You did such a great job, I love them all! The best Eugene Wedding Photographer
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Alyssa Kellert
12/18/2017 07:38:08 pm
What a lovely Eugene evening for a wedding. The weather looked like perfection, and the bride is absolutely stunning. Gorgeous photos!
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Elizabeth Weitz
12/19/2017 05:07:35 am
What a well documented wedding day! I loved how bright and colorful everything was. So many sweet and beautiful emotions. Well done!
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12/19/2017 08:28:34 am
You could see so many traditions in this wedding! You really captured the whole story of the day. Great job with this Eugene Wedding!
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12/19/2017 09:20:33 am
Wow. These are beautiful. Love how bright and colorful the pictures were as well as the shots with the bokeh effects. We are sure that the couple loved them.
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Brittany Slaughter
12/19/2017 10:03:09 am
Wow!the 5th st market is such a unique place to hold a wedding! I loved How light and fun this day way! So pretty
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12/19/2017 12:34:59 pm
this 5th Street Market Wedding is just beautiful! it looks like it belongs in europe! i love all the emotion you captured, especially during the ceremony!
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Emily Moore
12/19/2017 08:26:51 pm
Ohh how I miss Oregon -- it is just so beautiful and full of some of the most fun an interesting places, and this venue looks like it's definitely one of them! This wedding looks like it was AWESOME! I love the courtyard venue because it just feels really unique and special. I never made it out to Eugene while I lived there, but I am definitely making sure I go next time I visit!
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Jiyeon
12/19/2017 09:57:24 pm
what a gorgeous + happy Eugene Wedding! I especially love all the emotions you have captured. The laughs, the good tears and the love! I absolutely love this!
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Sarah Holladay
12/21/2017 08:54:31 pm
5th Street Market is such a gorgeous place for a wedding! The outdoor patio shots are some of my favorite portraits and I love how genuine and joyful their connection is! Any wedding with unicorn cakes and sparkle cupcakes is great in my book. ;) Congratulations, Adria and Charles!!
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