Wedding Photos by Casey McFarland

Thank God for photos.  It has been a little over two months since I got married, and thanks to photographs, I've been able to reflect on the day with fonder memories.  Not that I don't have fond memories.  I do, and the day was fantastic, but at the time I felt harried and stressed due to the intense thunderstorm that took place for roughly two hours before go time. Other stories about the wedding may eventually come, but for now, I am enjoying the photos from the day, even this:

Probably one of the things that have bound Tim and I together, is our hatred of wedding photography. These days, the industry is saturated with anyone who has a digital camera and photo editing software, which is all readily available. We both don't like to pose for photos so engagement and bridal shots were out of the "picture," but we did want the day documented. We knew we wanted film, and, genuine, in the moment-moments.  Not sure of who to trust, we turned to family.  Casey McFarland shot our wedding, and we're so glad he did.   We love our photos, the details captured, the action shots (even if I look like a laughing maniac in most). 

Casey has been shooting weddings for over 12 years, long before the convenience of digital cameras. Not that there is anything wrong with digital, but I think there is a difference when someone has experience in film photography. Casey touches on that notion here, and shares a few more photos.

While the rain thwarted my plans and made for a less than ideal situation, Casey was able to make everything look beautiful, even with the last minute tent and the tables on their sides.  In the face of my freaking out, he was calm, cool, and collected.  Hey, someone had to be... thanks Casey!! 

Last but not least, I'm not shamelessly promoting a new-to-me relative, I'm being sincere.  Regardless, his body of work speaks for itself.

xoxo stacey

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Inspiration | miesh photography

I'm still struggling to muster up the adequate courage when it comes to approaching people to be photographed for the blog.  Just the other day, for example, I waited too long and majorly missed out on photographing a beautiful girl at the Avenues Street Fair (I did get a sneaky shot, so she may still show up).  Luckily I had some courage a couple of weeks ago when I ran into Michelle at a local jewelry supply store.  We were both being helped at the counter, but interaction was unlikely.  I saw her outfit and jewelry and was definitely inspired.  Even though I only had my cell phone camera on hand, and even though I still feel a bit creepy about approaching people, somehow I made it work.

I love this outfit.  I think it's the fit of the shirt and pants that are really doing it for me.  I'm enjoying the looser pants paired with the vintage t-shirt.  The boots, unexpected in the summertime, but a super pleasant surprise.  Her jewelry and fringe added some unique personality to the look.  Wooden phone case?  Yes.  And check out her lotus cuff, she made it!   I hope she doesn't mind, but, I'm going to need to borrow quite a bit from this look.  I have some boots and pants that may just work for this...exciting!

Her only request?  Crop out the head.  I felt this unnecessary as she looked darling, but I'm always happy to oblige the request of a willing photograph-ee.

We talked a bit, feeling like we somehow recognized each other. We never made the connection, but I wouldn't be surprised if we had somehow crossed paths in the past. Michelle handed me her card, and it turns out she is a film only (!) photographer who clearly knows her stuff. Check out her website here. I enjoyed looking through her portfolio and am wishing I would have known about her back when Arie and I got hitched. Just imagine...how different would your experience be if you knew your photographer was only using film? I think the 'specialness' level would become intensely elevated. Film is so precious. Moments would feel, I would imagine, organic yet highly focused. Even just the thought of this feels longingly romantic.

Well, thanks Michelle, for wearing a super cute outfit, for sharing your talent, and for being willing to oblige my request for some photos.  

t.t.f.n.,

H

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