I shot Suzanne and Jairy’s “Something Green” wedding last month at Springdale Farm and I’m finally ready to share the first set of images! You may remember them from their summer engagement session.

The couple set out to “reuse, reduce, recycle” as much as possible that day and their lifestyle was reflected perfectly in every gorgeous detail. Making it a point to stay away from retail stores as much as possible, Suzanne and Jairy used re-purposed plates, jars, plates and wine bottles for their wedding and reception decor. Card stock was donated for their invitations and napkins were made out of fabric swatches.

It was a beautiful day to be on the farm and I felt extremely blessed to be there and capture their love. The bride and groom are amazing individuals from wonderful families and I foresee a lifetime of happiness and friendship between the two.

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Congratulations, Suzanne and Jairy!

I hope your honeymoon is everything wonderful!

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A surprise proposal that I guarantee will make you smile. Tissue not required but recommended!

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Many of you lovelies have patiently awaited the full blog from Kifany and Matt’s Austin wedding! Let’s begin by saying Kif’s pre-wedding calmness was plentiful, more than humanly possible of any bride. She floored her guests {and photographers} with her beautiful gown and sparkly pair of gold Kate Spade heels. Also dressed to impress were the bridesmaids who wore statement pieces by one of my favorites, Kendra Scott, and kept the peacock theme with bold heels. The wedding was held at the Umlauf Sculpture Garden and the reception and party started immediately after at the W Hotel Banquet Hall. Sweet stylings were provided by the uber talented STEMS floral. Love, love, loved the girls’ bouquets. One of the highlights of the night was Matt’s brief disappearance and his re-emergance, masquerading in a Superman costume. Need I say more about this fun groom/couple? Here are several of my favorite images of their big day and there are plenty more waiting to be adored in their online gallery.

Kif and Matt- thanks for allowing me to be part of your amazing wedding. I look forward to sharing many more special moments with you!! xo

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Where’s the old international policy which mandates all wedding photographers receive an in-home massage the morning after any big event? I know it’s Tuesday night, but better late than never!

I had the great pleasure of photographing Kifany + Matt’s wedding at the Umlauf Sculpture Garden and W Hotel this past Saturday. You may remember them from an engagement session we did this past fall.  Kif, ever the stunner, donned a Vera Wang dress  which looked freshly picked from the runway amongst a garden of pretty petaled pieces. Wouldn’t you agree?

The lovely couple took off to Kuaui this morning for their honeymoon and I wish them lots of sun, sand, and more pretty dresses. xo!

I know my 2012 wedding season is just getting off to a start but let’s set the record here. One thing’s for sure- Powerball win or loss, I plan to continue my career as a wedding photographer for the remainder of 2012 {and for as long as you pretty people allow me}! And $5,000 to each of my loyal fans, followers, and readers.

Back to reality. Tonight I got to hop aboard the Lake Austin Riverboat to cover the rehearsal dinner cruise of my dear clients, Kifany and Matt. I had a wonderful time getting to meet some of tomorrow’s guests and most importantly I managed to survive a record setting three hours on the boat without getting seasick like the last time!

Time to {fret over what to wear} rest up for tomorrow’s long day.

It was during their third dinner together, while sitting together across a small table in a dimly lit room, that this couple knew they would be spending the rest of their lives together. While out grocery shopping {only like old married couples} later that night, they found temporary bands to seal their commitment until their forthcoming engagement. Swoon.

You may recognize Rachel and Nathan as they made their debut here on the blog not long ago. What I failed to mention earlier was that they happen to be dear friends of ours and two lovely individuals we also, coincidentally, adore.

Nathan and Rachel treated their east coast relatives an Austin-themed Jewish wedding weekend and what a true honor and joy it was to be a part of a celebration so full of love, culture, and tradition. Now, please raise your left ring finger if you’ve ever heard a bride’s vows in Arabic. (Me!). There were many moments of surprise and delight – not the least of which was seeing Rachel’s grandfather who, due to an unplanned trip to the emergency room the week of the wedding,  was able to watch, listen, and later speak to the couple and their guests all from the comfort of his bed via an iPad. I think it is time I wish I had one!

A third shooter was brought on board to shoot welcome photos and candid photos and several guys were brought in to print photos as the guests dine and danced. Then, at the end of the night, each family and couple received a personalized photo album filled with photos from the wedding as a party favor. Technology+Instant Gratification=Tru3 Love 4ever.

Thank you, Rachel and Nathan, for allowing me to be part of your special day. I am so happy for you both and I hope these memories will be cherished for many generations to come.  Now let me go plan a second marriage (to the same person of course) – one which will also involve a horah and schtick -  as I patiently await news of your pregnancy and an iPad in my stocking. Mazel Tov!!

xo,
Ziem

 

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Melissa and Jesse are two of the most genuine, kind, and fun people you’ll ever meet and Scott and I were thrilled to be a part of their wedding day. It was another one of those events where I can’t believe I get to call having fun my job while I spend time with a host of fabulous people. Their wedding and reception took place at Laguna Gloria (it doesn’t get any more charming or beautiful for an Austin wedding) and they were surrounded by a spectacular cast of friends and family. Melissa was all aglow from head to toe, literally, she rocked the dance floor all night in her rhinestone-studded heels as a very grand husband looked on.

Congratulations, again, Melissa & Jesse! Thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of your special day. Here are just a few of my favorites. I hope you enjoy the rest!

xo,

Z

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Woke up feeling fortunate to have been a part of the super-blingy and fabulous wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Glider and I couldn’t resist sharing a photo of the lovely newlyweds. They were married at Laguna Gloria in our wonderful Austin, TX last night with the help of the wonder-worker/everyone’s favorite Austin wedding planner, Liv.

And for the record – I teared up 3x last night during the wedding and reception and, yes, once again this morning {but who’s counting?} when I saw Dad’s first look at his baby girl. Thank you, Melissa and Jesse, for allowing me the opportunity to do what I love. I cannot wait to share the rest!!

xo,
Z

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September came and went. Really.

In the past few weeks alone, I did an Austin family portrait session, attended an Austin Young Chamber networking event, hopped in the car for two weekend trips with my family, photographed a wedding in Bastrop, attended a Young Women’s Alliance meeting and heard more about “Branding Your Business”, attended an ISES meeting and learned more about “Blogging for Better Business” with panelists Camille Styles and Austin Eavesdropper: Tolly Moseley, captured production stills for my friend’s short film in Dripping Springs, started second semester of Music Together and built my first ever photo prop (more on that later). Five sessions for the remainder of the week, then it’s time to buckle up for October- two weddings, an engagement session, Halloween Play Date, Halloween Party and ADELE IN CONCERT with the girls.

And that’s what life is all about- balancing pleasure, passion, family and sleep! Maybe everything except for the last part.

It’s been a while since I’ve shared any photos so here are a few of the many images I captured while second-shooting with Kim last weekend at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort. More to come!

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At times I find it hard to write about my work and the people I meet through photography. How many different ways can you use gorgeous, colorful, fun and sweet? The problem is all these things are true and this job was no exception.  I had the opportunity to guest shoot a B’Not Mitzvah at the Austin Country Club last month and let me tell you it was one. big. dance party! Should I be ashamed to admit I left this event wanting to learn the “Dougie”?

Photo Fusion: Ziem Photography + Francois Photography
Event Coordination: Caplan Miller Events
Venue: Austin Country Club