There comes a point in a photographer’s career when they feel like they’re doing what they were made to do. As a wedding photographer, I witness a lot of love..commitment..celebration. But it’s rare to see an entire wedding — some 100 people — all so in sync, laughing in unison, crying in unison, celebrating the incredible steps of life that lead two people to that day. It’s genuine, it’s present, and it’s unfazed by details that often compete with the real reason of marriage. What a humbling experience.
I can’t begin to preface the pure emotion in Amy & Amy’s wedding day. Maybe it has something to do with the extra hardship they faced in their relationship that made their day extra sweet. Maybe it was just a rare culmination of events that lead some of the most incredible people together on one spot of earth for that one day. Rather than try to explain every detail of their day, I think the saying “Pictures are worth a thousand words” fits this occasion well. My job of storytelling can be left to these beautiful images I was able to capture on August 31, 2013 at the Double A Barn in Grand Lake, Colorado.
Yes, it’s R2-D2 and not Obi Wan… hahaha You’ve got yourself a keeper, Amy.
Best friends of the brides, couples Yas and Shannon & Cody and Alyssa stood witness for the Amy’s.
I’ve heard my fair share of speeches. But this speech by maid-of-honor, Alyssa, was a first. She pulled out an enlarged picture of what Amy looked like when Alyssa first met her in 6th grade. Everyone laughed for a solid 2 minutes as Alyssa continued to describe their friendship back then.
I came back inside from taking pictures of the night sky and the barn right as the wedding was winding down for the night. The DJ put on one last song… Macklemoore’s “Same Love.” The lyrics read: “And I can’t change, Even if I tried, Even if I wanted to, My love, She keeps me warm.”
Everyone was singing the song at the top of their lungs, every single guest made a circle around the couple, arms around each other, crying. It was genuinely one of the most powerful moments I’ve ever witnessed.
Emotions high, everyone ran in a for a group hug that lasted several minutes. This was the first same-sex wedding many of the guests had been to. It was a victorious symbol of the change in our society, where many friends were able to see a light at the end of the tunnel with hope, excitement, and acceptance waiting on the other side. It was incredible.
The next morning, the Amy’s invited us and everyone else over to their cabin to continue the celebration. While everyone was hanging out, someone pointed out they forgot to cut their cake the night before! Jokingly a friend suggested they put their wedding dresses back on. Without missing a beat, they both ran upstairs and came back down in their dresses, much to the delight of everyone. Then the cake cutting commenced….
Decorations | Home made by the Amy’s and friends
DJ | DJ Gatsby, Denver Colorado
Catering | Stone Creek Catering, Grand Lake, Colorado
25 Comments
Such a beautiful wedding! Their smiles are captivating!
Beautiful! Full of Love.
The pictures do tell it all, what a group of happy families and friends. I am so happy for the Amy's. Todd as always wonderful photography. Amy and Amy I wish many years of happiness and love. Wish I was friend so I could have attended what appears to be the wedding with the most fun people!!!
I have to say Tim…One of the most beautiful set of pictures yet! Keep doing great work, you are truly amazing behind the camera!
He is amazing. I love his work.
Loved, LOVE the photos!!! So happy for you Amy's!!
WOW! I LOVE each and every picture. You told a complete story. I don't know this couple and I felt the love. Phenomenal photos!!!!
Beautiful brides!
You can see the love in these pictures. They are awesome, Tim. But then you had two beautiful Amys to photograph! It's so nice to see happy people, and there was plenty of happiness there as well. It's so obvious how the Amys love each other and I am so happy that they got to have the wedding of their dreams!!! <3
Meg Curtis Just as you and Kate were/are!!!
That was beautiful! Thanks for Amanda Riggins
Now THATS a wedding.
Love the pics!
Great pictures – looks like you had a wonderful time. love ya
MOST AMAZING PICS EVER!!!!!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE!
absolutely gorgeous! :)
Amazing. Beautiful. <3
I don't know if that is the most amazing photographer ever, or if those two women are the most full of life women ever. So beautiful. Blonde Amy looked like she might explode from happiness in every picture!
I Love this!!! amazing!!! They look so happy and all the decorations were amazing!!!
Keep doing exactly what your doing!! Awesome pics and amazing event! I don't know these people but I could feel the emotions through your pics!
Beautiful!
This has me in tears. SO beautiful! More love there than you see in most weddings!
I just went through this… oh my gosh! It almost had me crying too! So beautiful. I loved the pictures and he is right! "Pictures are worth a thousand words"
I think those are the best wedding pictures I have ever seen! So gorgeous and fun.
Beautiful Pics, Beautiful Wedding, & Beautifu Couple <3
ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS! I scroll through over and over again in tears. Great job!