Tanya and Rob

I am lucky to be able to document the celebration of marriage for some wonderful couples and families. I am trying to be better about sharing these events.

Rob and Tanya bubbled over with love and affection for each other.  While doing the groom portraits, Rob asked if Tanya had told me how they met.  I hadn't heard the story yet, but Rob couldn't contain himself as he shared his memories.  They were young sweethearts, going steady in middle school, sharing each other's first kiss by a pop machine out of view from their friends.

They parted ways, Tanya moved away and they lost touch.  Each made their own way in life, though Rob says he often wondered how Tanya was doing.  Eventually each found themselves living in the Sioux Falls area.  Thanks to Facebook, they were able to reconnect and were at a point in life where they could meet again.  It had been years since they last saw each other, but their fondness for one another remained.

Affection is apparent when you watch them together.

                      

 

 

                      

 

 

Rob and Tanya's family were all a joy to spend an evening with.  Their children were very excited for the party and the Washington Pavilion was a gorgeous backdrop for the event.

 

 

                    

 

 

Thank you Rob and Tanya for inviting me to photograph your wedding.  May you and your family have many happy years together! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Joe and Sarah

Joe and Sarah have been married for awhile and decided that it was time to have a portrait session again.

Winter is a difficult season to schedule time for photography. Snow is a beautiful addition to the scenery, but the temperature is quite low and the weather is unpredictable.

Last week The American Heart Association held its campaign to promote heart health among women. Friday, February 5, was Go Red For Women Day. Even the falls at Falls Park were illuminated red in the events honor. *PSA side note* Everyone should take care of their ticker. Your loved ones will thank you for it!

Falls Park is always a beautiful setting, but I thought it'd be fun to try to utilize the special coloration for Joe and Sarah's photos. We did experience some snowfall throughout the day, and it chilly. However, it wasn't as cold as it could have been. There is minimal access to the viewpoints around the park, but we found a few locations where we could take advantage of the special scenery. My husband was able to spot me so that I didn't fall into the river. :-) I didn't actually get that close.

Red light is no longer bathing the falls, but you should be sure to visit the park anyway. Bring a blanket and some hot cocoa.

View more photos of Joe and Sarah, plus other portraits here.