Saturday, May 31, 2008

Heatherose + James | Oakland, California



Heather and James had one of the most eclectically beautiful weddings I have ever attended. Heather's unique, custom-made gown was so much fun to photograph all day. And having the backdrop of the majestic Scottish Rite Center for the ceremony and reception was a treat. In addition, the décor was personal for Heather and her family, as Heather's mother, who is a florist, made all the arrangements, including all the bouquets, for the wedding. It was also wonderful to witness the raw emotion Heather and James felt throughout the day.



























19 comments:

Daisy Varley said...

Awww...they're so sweet. It's so refreshing to see a bride in a non-traditional, non-white dress. Beautiful images Ben.

thenigannswebe said...

OMG! OMG! I love these.....You captured their raw emotions beautifully.....Also you were able to capture their quirky personalities very well....Beautiful images...And that cake topper is just off the hook.....

Anonymous said...

Dear Ben,
The pictures are absolutly beautiful, you're so blessedly talented. Heatherose looks unbelievable like a cover for Grace Armonde magazine. You really captured the family dynamic.
Thank you so much.
Marisa and Joe
Santa Fe

Anonymous said...

The bride is stunning! Just love the look. Wonderful pictures!

Alicia Brown Photo said...

Such emotion. They make ME want to cry along. Thanks for having such an out of this world eye. And then for sharing your gifts with the rest of us.

Anonymous said...

ben ben ben. mr. chrisman. sir. whatever, you prefer. you blow mw away. never cease to amaze me, you nail it just about every time.

bravo.

-e

Anonymous said...

Dear Ben, You are so blessed talented. The photos are unbelievable! Heatherose looks so beautiful -- like a cover to Grace Armand magazine. You really captured the family dynamic. Thank you thank you.
Mille Grazie.
Marisa and Joe,
Santa Fe

Aim 2 Please said...

wonderful shots! the last one is breathtaking!

Unknown said...

What a great wedding. Ben, you really did justice to the unique style of this wedding, and nailed all those great moments WITH beautiful compositions as usual.

Adrian Christianto said...

hi ben. your work is always stunning.

ed pingol said...

that pic with the bride reaching is AWESOME!

//ed

Anonymous said...

Its really great. Im speechless. Amazing work. if you dont mind me asking, when i look at your work, i find that most of it you didnt use flash. Is that true?

Anonymous said...

Nice pictures as usual your work rocks! I got a few favorites for WPJA contest...

Enoch Photography said...

amazing emotions you captured. stunning work. //enoch

Michael Andrews said...

Off the f'n hook, dude. Just beautiful :-)
Michael

Anonymous said...

Ben Love the images! The slideshow is great...

Anonymous said...

What an amazing wedding! I love the dress!!!! So awesome and vintage. You truly delivered with this one ben and these two seem like a real pair of love birds.

Peace,
Parris Whittingham - New York Wedding Photographer

Anonymous said...

Akis from Greece
I think i can see your solve through your pictures

Anonymous said...

Beautiful, beautiful work Ben.