Sunday, June 21, 2009

Sweet Becky

Sweet little Becky.. That's the first thing that comes to mind when I think of this awesome bride. When I first met Becky at her hair trial, she wanted a really romantic and somewhat traditional updo. Becky has TONS of hair and really wanted to have it neatly piled in curls high on her head, she also wanted to keep her makeup really natural. See, Becky doesn't wear any makeup. She is blessed with natural beauty and fantastically flawless skin. I know.. hate her with me. But hating Becky is impossible. She's too sweet. You know what? So is her mom. Her mom was hilarious and equally as sweet, but just a bit more outspoken. Especially on the big day. Man was she feisty!
Anywho- I met with Becky at Angel Springs Event Center, and right away I could tell this was going to be fun. Becky and her mom were in great spirits. We got started almost immediately and then her photographer showed up. Courtney with Courtneyspraguephotography.com came toting some heavy artillery consisting of a super fancy camera and ladders. Multitudes of different size ladders. I like this girl... I like her a lot! Especially since she took pictures of me from atop one of these ladders. I'm going to put that in my contract- all photos of Angela Parker must be taken from at least 5ft off the ground. Listen- I know the pictures are about the bride and her big day- but if I see another random picture of me and my double chin and/or arm flab I'm going to take a road trip to border town Mexico and get some semi sterile lipo done on myself.
Sorry- where was I? Oh yes.. Here are some photos of the joyous day!










Monday, June 15, 2009

Its 4am.. what are you doing?

Well I was on the road, heading over to get started on the lovely Anita's wedding. Anita was having a traditional Indian wedding and needed to start getting ready by 5 am! It actually wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. Anita is lovely so it definitely helped!

Anita had originally contacted me when the wonderful folks at EverAfterImages recommended me to her. I love those guys. (And if you're looking for a super friendly and fabulous photographer- contact Debra and Raymond and they'd love to help you out!)


When I first met Anita at her parents home in Round Rock for the hair and makeup trial, I was overwhelmed by their hospitality.
Anita and her mother were both very accommodating and insisted we try the Chi (sp?) Tea that her mother makes, and you'd better believe her mom came back with a lovely silver tray of tea and cookies. SOO good!


So after doing the trial and discussing Anita's desires, I was already prepared for her big day.


We started at the Austin Hindu Temple, which is gorgeous, and I even got to see a horse! I have to say, Indian weddings are BEAUTIFUL! There are so many colors and traditions. But they are long! I believe Anita said her ceremony was 4 hours, and then they were having a reception later that evening. Poor thing must have been exhausted, although she didn't look it!




Later that evening we met up with Anita and her mother at her hotel in Downtown Austin and started doing both their hair and makeup for the reception. Anita changed into a gorgeous purple outfit, and looked amazing!

Here are a few pictures, more coming soon!



Congratulations Anita and Sujit- I hope Boston is treating y'all well!
And thank you for such an amazing experience!