Teri & Howard | {True Love}

I’m a bit behind on my blogs, and I appreciate the patience of my clients….it’s been a busy few weeks, but I’m back and so excited to share these photos with you. Earlier this month I had the pleasure of meeting and photographing Teri and Howard’s wedding in Portland, OR. Now, as I said, I hadn’t met Teri before, but felt as thought I knew her through my husband who she used to work with…so it was wonderful when we finally met in person….and what a beautiful woman she is…she was everything I expected and more! And, the groom, Howard, is a very kind and generous man, who obviously loves Teri very much….their love was evident in just the way they looked at one another….you could feel the emotion of their connection! This wedding fell at the end of my trip to California and it timed out perfectly that I arrived in Oregon just two days before the wedding and was met in Portland, on the day of the wedding by my wonderful assistant and amazing husband…who along with my brother, were GREAT assistants during the wedding.  The Hotel Vintage Plaza in downtown Portland was the scene of this special ceremony – in the wine cellar in the basement – such an amazing place for an intimate affair! If you ever have a chance to visit Portland, I highly recommend looking into staying here, the staff was very friendly and so helpful…definitely a class act…just like Teri and Howard! 

Isn’t Teri a beautiful bride…she was truly glowing…and not the least bit nervous (other than if the men eventually got the correct clothes on!). Her son, Ryan, stopped by, he was so happy for his mom and obviously a very proud son!Terri’s dress was gorgeous, simple and elegant and other than the bustle, it was just perfect! After the ceremony, there was a bit of a struggle to get it bustled…there out to be classes for this!!Ryan walked his mother down the aisle and gave her away…it was quite touching and special! The best man was Howard’s brother and the matron of honor was Teri’s mom…certainly a family affair!The ceremony was attended by family and close friends….who all love Teri and Howard and were so happy to share this evening with them.  Even during the ceremony, there was lots of laughter…along with a few tears…but the laughter was something that carried out throughout the whole evening!

Imagine that it was raining….what, rain in Portland in the spring? Well, it didn’t stop us from stepping outside, thanks to the hotel for lending us a couple of umbrellas for this shot!I just love Teri’s smile…she has the best smile and was so happy that evening, I don’t think it ever left her face…a definite sign of true love!Family – whether it be by blood or love or marriage, there is nothing better and more special! These two were a delight to meet and get to know throughout the evening, I only wish I’d had more time with them. Since Portland isn’t too far away, I hope that we will be able to get together again soon…they are a special couple, with a deep love for one another and for life….and that is just what LIFE should be!! Congratulations Mr. and Mr. Speelman!