When you're shooting a clients wedding, there's two main things you hope for. The first being, you want to capture and deliver beautiful photos to the couple. The second, you hope the couple can truly enjoy the day. I think Jori and Rob did just that. Their wedding was small and intimate, with only their family and close friend in attendance. The day was very relaxed and laidback. The couple had family come in from out of state to be in attendance and it really was just a fun, joyful day. If you need more evidence than that, look at the beautiful smile on Jori. That smile spoke volumes.

To the new Mr & Mrs Madden, I couldn't be more honored to have captured your day.

Venue: Whistlin' Jack's Outpost and Lodge

Dress: Marcella's Bridal (Spokane, Wa)

Bridesmaid Dresses: Amazon

Grooms Outfit: Destination XL

Rings: Morgan Jewelers (Yakima)/ManlyBands

Bouquet/Flowers: Etsy

Cake: Vierra's Bakery (Yakima)

Hair/Makeup: Kat K (hair)

Fun/Interesting detail(s) about the couple: Both share the love of music and hockey. They root for separate teams but really enjoy watching the games together. 

Rob has also enjoyed showing off Washington to Jori, who is not originally from here. The couple have enjoyed hiking and hunting for waterfalls. 

As a wedding photographer, it's easy to get so wrapped up in capturing the day, that I don't allow myself to really enjoy it. That was not the case with the Soto wedding. I've know Jamie and her family for years, so I knew it would likely be a fun bridal party. But every single person attending this wedding was awesome and so sweet. I can't tell you how many times someone asked if I needed a drink or food, or a shot of tequila :) From the bride and groom, to the entire wedding party, and every guest in between. Everyone was there to celebrate and love on the couple and just have a good time. It will likely go down as one of my favorite weddings I've ever had the privilege of capturing.

The couple met each other in 2014 and ran into each other often through mutual social interactions. During covid, they reconnected on social media, and the rest is history. Their ceremony took place at St. Pauls Cathedral, followed by a reception at the brides gorgeous family property. A mariachi band, some tearful speeches by the maids' of honor, a conga line and so many tequila shots are just some of the memorable moments from the day. The couple will be traveling to Honduras for their honeymoon and to attend a friends wedding. While there, they plan to swim with dolphins, a first for both.

Jamie and Jesse, it was truly such a privilege to be part of your special day. I pray for a life full of firsts and so many blessings.

Brides Dress: Fashion Corner (Sunnyside)

Bridesmaids: Various dress shops

Grooms tux: Fashion Corner (Sunnyside)

Rings: Engagement-Morgan Jewelers/Wedding bands-Perry Jewelers

Bouquets: Lori Kass 

Catering: Divinos Tacos 

Cake: Mirna Polina (family member)

DJ: ATM productions

Hair: Brandi Hyatt, Tiffany Bradley & Lori kass

Makeup: Alexis (IG is Sixela) and Stefanie Alaniz

2nd Photographer: Brittany Anne Photography