Peter & Meredith: married || castle rock, co wedding photographer

Wednesday, October 26, 2011


The weather forecast called for a chance of rain showers on Saturday. . .maybe.  But probably not.  Because Peter and Meredith were getting married that day and rain just didn't quite fit into the schedule.    And so everyone (including myself) was praying that the rain would hold off at least long enough for the ceremony and pictures afterwards. . .




Saturday came, and no rain.  Just lots and lots of snow.  Although living in Colorado for 6 years well acquainted me with it's crazy weather swings, waking up to 2 inches of snow on the ground less than 24 hours after I was driving through the mountains with the sun shining and windows down was somewhat of a surprise.  My first thought was "Well, pictures will be liiiittle bit on the chilly side" and my second "I definitely did not pack the right clothing."  But despite the fact that I left the house about an hour later in a short sleeve dress (with a sweater!) and flats, I couldn't wait to start shooting Peter and Meredith's day.

While I had only met Meredith the day before at the rehearsal, I had heard so much about her upbeat happy self that I knew I was going to love working with her.  I've known Peter for about 2 & 1/2 years.  We met at a photography workshop and through FB I had been able to keep up with his work as a wedding/event/mission photographer extra-ordinair and I can say without any exaggeration that every time I saw his photography I was a little more in awe of it.  At the risk of losing all future possible clients I'm going to tell you that if you have not already seen his work you really need to go check it out.  So when I opened Peters first email this summer saying that he was engaged and they were looking for a wedding photographer, I got butterflies in my stomach just thinking about shooting their wedding.

And 3 months later as I walked into Meredith's home to start the morning off with the girls I felt no different.  But I can't tell you how dear Meredith, Peter, and everyone I came into contact with at this wedding were.  Meredith was a bubbly, endlessly cheerful bride who couldn't have been happier about the fact that she was getting married to the boy she loved more than anyone else--so who cared that there was snow on the ground, roads getting shut down, and freezing temperatures outside?

Peter and Meredith's 600 guest , freezing, snowy, Colorado wedding was one of the most delightful wedding's I've ever shot.  They welcomed me in like a friend, and as I walked through one of the biggest days of their life with them I was overwhelmed with their evident love for Jesus and how that mutual love has brought them together in the sweetest of ways.

These two made me excited about falling in love. . .

Thank you so much Peter and Meredith for allowing me to capture these sweet memories for you!
































Much Love.
Jessica Shae
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29 comments:

  1. You are one very talented photographer. The snow made it all the better in my opinion!

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  2. This is one of the most gorgeous weddings I've ever seen! Lovely couple, lovely setting, the details, the dress...everything.

    PS: It totally does not surprise me that photographers always choose you to shoot their weddings.

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  3. Jessica! This is one of the best wedding pictures I've seen... the vibe is beautiful. I loved the picture where he's twirling her. PRECIOUS.

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  4. So sweet! Beautiful pictures! I love that last one and the one of them kicking their feet out :D

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  5. those images are totally stunning, Jessica! love, love, LOVE the one of her with the bridesmaids and the snow falling!

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  6. This is darling...it looks like you captured them perfectly. So beautiful!

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  7. Oh how beautiful, Jessica! That "getaway car" is perfection. and even though the snow changed the plans just a bit, I think it made everything more magical.
    ~simi

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  8. Jessica, these are fantastic! Thanks so much for shooting the wedding.

    Ben - aka The-Second-Best-Man

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  9. Aww! What a beautiful wedding. I've met Peter Serven at my friend Peter Hopkins wedding where he was a groomsmen. I'm glad you got to shoot their wedding! Woooonderful cake shot. :D

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  10. the spinning shot in front of the car is AMAZING. so much love!

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  11. Oh my goodness gracious. I don't think a wedding could be more lovely!! Dresses, lights, snow...love it all!!

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  12. Just beautiful... your photos are so inspiring. I *love* these pictures!!

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  13. Lovely everything! I "know" the Serven fam via their blog and have been blessed to get to know their eldest (Rebecca) and Sarah by emails and letters. :) Very beautiful-- you did an awesome job!!

    ~Johanna

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  14. How often do you get married in the snow? Wonderful job!

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  15. Great pictures! Who is that cute little boy in the black and white pic??? :-)

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  16. Lovely photos, Jessica! I love her wedding dress. :)

    Love,
    ~bree

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  17. These are BEYOND beautiful. gaaaah! I love them all!

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  18. O! SO pretty! I love them all!!!

    The bokeh around the cake is amazing. Meredith crowned with soft snowflakes is beautiful. The pictures of them together are my f.a.v.o.r.i.t.e.

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  19. What a beautiful wedding!! Everything was just gorgeous! The reception area is just incredibly beautiful. :) Amazing pictures!!

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  20. Wow! Those are amazing pictures! You're great at photography. I love the car. :)

    Serenity

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  21. I LOVE THEM ALL!!!

    amazing photography of a gorgeous wedding and very special people. :)

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  22. Jessica,
    Your photos are incredible! What a joy to see God lead Peter and Meredith together on this special day. Thank you for sharing - the snow adds an amazing effect!

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  23. They are all so beautiful!!! I love the lighting and poses. And for some reason, I especially love the blacknwhite cutting of the cake picture!
    As well as the twirling ones....

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  24. Love love the skipping one. So happycrazyawesome. =)

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