 “I have to be smiling. It’s for my grandparents, and my Dad said I have to be smiling.” – Subject’s firm instructions to the photographer It was about six years ago. A friend was visiting from out-of-town, and we were walking down the sidewalk of my neighborhood in San Diego. She looked beautiful, and the day was gorgeous: Sun shining, waves crashing, ocean breeze.…  Here ye, here ye, citizens! I am here today to tell you the tale of the epic journey from whence I have just returned, a bold quest with the knights of the Ward clan! Do not, my friends, be swayed by the stories of our modern young men and women being unequipped for adventure, that they be more adept at many-buttoned controllers then with the land and its wonders.… You heard me. I’m in on this. Celebrate Black Friday and come over and tear up my apartment looking for that one thing I said I’d have but it’s already gone. Or, stay sane, stay home, and get 20% off any print order from the photo archive now through Saturday by entering the coupon code BACKINBLACK11 during checkout.…  This was my first wedding. I write that not to provide a benchmark for success, but for the measure of my gratitude. Two months ago, when Rob & Lucinda asked me if I’d be willing to be their photographer, I was honored. And surprised. I was only a few exits down the highway I’d got on last Winter.… 
Wow!! These are amazing!! 
As always, i am amazed by your work. You have such a gift. What a beautiful wedding! 
Thanks, Chris!!! Your work beautifully and artfully catches the day just as I remember it. Every time I look at the pictures, it will trigger the wonderful memories. – Rob, the Groom |
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