Rachel Bayne Photography

Meggan and Brian were married at the quaint Hope Island Inn on the Swinomish Indian Reservation near La Conner, Washington. I had never been there before and was pleasantly surprised with how gorgeous the location was and how amazing the food was which was made in house. Meggan and Brian were just as beautiful and fun to work with. Thanks for a lovely Saturday afternoon!

How cute is their son Duke?Meggan and her mom get ready…Meggan’s beautiful dress was made by her step-mom from a picture in a magazine and without a pattern!Meggan and Brian gave their guest a bottle of chocolate merlot with a personalized layer which they bottled themselves.

I have seriously lucked out with some amazing couples this year…. and Jamie and Scott are no exception. When we did their engagement session I knew that their wedding was going to be a fun time! Their bridal party was so much fun and so where their families. The ceremony and reception were held at Lairmont Manor in Fairhaven, Washington, which is so beautiful. Jamie got her dress at the famous Kleinfeld’s in New York City and was even helped by Randy, who you can see on Kleinfeld’s television show “Say Yes to the Dress” on TLC!

I love it when I have dapper grooms that really care what they are wearing. Here Scott shows off his super cool Kenneth Cole shoes.Jamie’s bridesmaids were so much fun!I’m not sure we knew why the ring bearer was holding his arm up, but Scott decided to do it too!Their flower girl took her time walking down the aisle… and as she walked, she would take one petal at a time and rub it on her face, then drop it. The guests loved it!Scott sewed the cute little lovebird cake topper himself! I love the peacock feather in the boutonniere. Jamie’s ring in a birds nest of robins egg candy. And J. Russell’s delicious (so I heard) fruit mojitos. Jamie tries to hold it together while her dad gives a toast.Jamie’s grandma reminded me several times that we had to get a big family photo!Jamie dances with her dad as her mom looks on.Scott and Jamie were surprised by Jamie’s dad with this amazing car for their getaway!

I was referred to Matt and Mackenzie by their maid of honor Courtney who was a bridesmaid in a wedding I did a couple years ago. Thanks Courtney!!!

Matt could not stop smiling whenever he looked at Mackenzie. Even when I needed him to keep a straight face for a photo, it would only last a couple seconds before the smile came back! There is something truly special about them.

Their ceremony and reception were held at the South County Senior Center in Edmonds, Washington… yes, that’s correct, a senior center. It is located right on the Puget Sound next to the Edmonds Ferry. The price is great and the view is amazing. I highly recommend it to everyone.

So we’re doing some bridal party photos on the beach near the senior center… and this biker dude just comes up and says he wants to kiss the bride! I don’t think anyone knew what to do except laugh!Right before the ceremony Mackenzie got so emotional she started to cry… so sweet!I love this shot of them looking at each other during the ceremony…Mackenzie surprised Matt with a special dance she choreographed with her bridesmaids…Matt, Mackenzie and their guests took full advantage of my photo booth!

Brad and Sarah’s weddings was held at the scenic Tail Skid Meadows in Custer, Washington just north of Bellingham. What I love so much about them is that they are so laid back and don’t seem to stress about too much. Brad and his groomsmen wore linen pants and shirts which was perfect for the super hot day! I had such a great time at this wedding, especially since J. Russell Catering did the food!

Brad got so choked up he couldn’t say his vows…Sarah tries to cram Brad’s ring on his finger…I love how Brad is checking out Sarah’s ring while his groomsmen signs the marriage certificate…Brad and Sarah look at his ring as they walk toward the reception area…I LOVE J. Russell Catering… their food is so delicious and so beautiful… plus their staff is just so much fun to work with.

Brad and Sarah gave each of their guests a Colorado Blue Spruce seedling to plant…How cute is Brad’s groomsmen going for the garter?

Saboora was born in California and is of Pakistani decent, while Shon was born in Texas and raised on the move with his carnie family. They met while living in Tennessee and decided to get married in Washington where Saboora’s family live. The night before the wedding day was the traditional Mehndi Ceremony for the bride where she is greeted by family and friends who give her sweets and henna. The wedding ceremony was held at the University of Washington’s Islamic House and reception was held at Lairmont Manor in Bellingham.