Ella Blue Studio

August 30, Weddings

We drove down a long, winding dirt road to find Melody's cabin on a crisp Saturday morning. It was perched beautifully on the edge of Port Gamble Bay and there was a light breeze while we stood outside for a moment. The day was going to be a whirlwind for Melody and Adam and for us, it was the most anticipated wedding of the summer.

The amount of time and attention Melody put into every detail of the day amazed us. We loved everything about their wedding from the classic ceremony at St. Paul's Church to the relaxed, backyard reception overlooking the Hood Canal.

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Samm says:

So beautiful! Especially the night photos. Wow!

(08.30.09 @ 11:42 PM)

Sharla Mckeon says:

Beautiful!!! love all of her details! its so interesting to see different bride's personalities at the same church come out and it looks completely different. what a fun cupcake stand, and reception. Kudos to the bride for awesome details!

(08.31.09 @ 08:09 AM)

Melody says:

Crystal & Jason - the two of you are so incredible - it was such a blessing and an honor to have you be apart of such a special day! These pictures are beautiful - I'm so glad we took a few extra minutes to take the light house pictures, they might be my favorite.Hugs from Santorini! Melody

(08.31.09 @ 08:57 AM)

julie h says:

these are gorgeous...and that bouquet! I'll definitely be checking back :)

(08.31.09 @ 11:50 AM)

ryan flynn says:

well done! perfectly captured details, and you've gotta love port gamble.

(08.31.09 @ 01:10 PM)

Kara says:

WOW you guys are awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Not to mention so much fun- what a wonderful couple you are! Thank you for capturing this wonderful celebration!

(08.31.09 @ 03:01 PM)

Scott & Kristi says:

Amazing - beautifully done with an artistic eye - breath taking!

(08.31.09 @ 04:13 PM)

Holly says:

Wow!!! Beautiful pictures you are amazing at catching the details of a very special day.

(09.01.09 @ 11:15 AM)

heather says:

Wow! incredible, I love the soft quiet beautiful nature of these. Just beautiful. and the light and details! love the cupcake stand and yellow ball thingys. What a lucky couple to have your eyes there that day.

(09.02.09 @ 01:26 PM)

megan welker says:

soo lovely! love the classic-ness of this wedding! way to go! beautiful photographs!

(09.02.09 @ 02:46 PM)

Melody & Adam: Preview

August 24, Weddings

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Heather says:

Yum, look at that light! Just beautiful.

(08.24.09 @ 01:22 PM)

Sharla McKeon says:

its so natural, the light the colors, beautiful!!

(08.26.09 @ 08:47 AM)

Sharla & Tyler

August 21, Weddings

Sharla's smile is the light in every room. Tyler looks at her like he sees her soul. They are high school sweethearts who come from loving and supportive families. They adore children, and crack subtle smiles when they think about starting a family. These two have a rare appreciation for life's simpler things, like long road-trips on Tyler's Harley Davidson Road King Classic (one of my personal favorites), and adorning their walls with antique framed wedding photographs :)

Their beautiful wedding was held at St. Paul's Church in Port Gamble...one of our favorite places! It was built in 1869, has eight cathedral stained glass windows, and the original pews. The sun was shining, Sharla was stunning, and Tyler shed a tear as she walked down the aisle.

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Sharla McKeon says:

Im speechless...you guys amaze me. thank you for capturing our day. These are priceless memories that you documented perfectly. thank you. thank you. thank you.

(08.21.09 @ 06:59 PM)

Sonya Acord says:

Wow! Simply, elegantly beautiful. The is the 1st time I've given any wedding photos a 2nd look. Amazing.

(08.21.09 @ 11:44 PM)

Kip says:

Wow. And I thought the wedding I shot today was pretty. Um...

(08.22.09 @ 12:54 AM)

Angela Starr says:

Your talent is amazing. Thank you for blessing my family by capturing these memories!! Thanks again :)

(08.22.09 @ 01:52 AM)

Nancy Sinclair says:

Beautiful photos! Congratulations to the happy couple!

(08.22.09 @ 07:20 AM)

Tina wittman says:

I can't stop looking at these! Just simply gorgeous. There's a story in each photo. Just beautiful.

(08.22.09 @ 01:26 PM)

Heather and Jon says:

Oh my, that chapel is meant for you two. Actually this wedding was meant for you! Can't believe how perfect each image is and even their colors were BLUE, get out! Just beautiful but would we expect any less...xoxoxo!

(08.23.09 @ 12:20 AM)

Jenny says:

just beautiful...i especially love the moment you caught with reaction of the flower girl when the bride was getting ready...so sweet!

(08.23.09 @ 12:46 PM)

Aunty Pam says:

Sharla and Tyler, your wedding was so beautiful in every way and Sharla your attention to the tiniest details remarkable. Your photos are alive with the memories of so many precious moment. May you treasure them forever. Love you both..........Aunty Pam XX

(08.24.09 @ 03:29 AM)

Angie says:

Love the blue and especially love the shot of the flower girl's amazement. I've just stumbled upon your blog and think it is lovely - so happy to have discovered you!

(08.29.09 @ 09:17 AM)

Becka @Studio222 Photography says:

LOVING that blue candy bar!

(09.08.09 @ 03:55 PM)

Sharla & Tyler: Preview

August 16, Weddings

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Angela Starr says:

I am so excited to see these pictures. Thank you for being so amazing on my sister's special day!!

(08.16.09 @ 01:02 AM)

Janet Starr says:

Expectancy!

(08.19.09 @ 04:46 PM)

Dad says:

Priceless!!! Looking forward to seeing the capture of Tyler and Sharla's precious moments and memories on their special day.

(08.20.09 @ 05:00 PM)

Aaron says:

Great picture! Cant wait to see the rest

(08.20.09 @ 06:34 PM)

Julie Hartman says:

wow, I just love your stuff Crystal (and Jason). I love just looking at your blog for inspiration! I admire your work!

(09.23.09 @ 11:36 PM)

jared & holly

July 2, Weddings

We met for the first time inside "The Old Church" in Portland, a beautiful piece of history that was built in 1883. It's rare to meet a couple the day of the wedding; so rare that this was the first time it's ever happened to us. There was something genuine and sincere about Jared & Holly that brought a certain warmth when we met. The simple charm of their wedding called attention to the significance of relationships. Relationships between family, friends, and one another. It always moves us to see so many people celebrate the love between those close to them. Those moments are the ones that cause you to reexamine the things that truly matter...