Thursday, July 2, 2009, 02:46 PM
I cried THREE times at Shane & Adams wedding!! Three TIMES! ;) I shoot weddings all the time but somehow it never gets old for me. Every couple is unique and has a different way of projecting their love for one another... I love that; it keeps things interesting. At every wedding, with every couple, I am reminded of ways I can love my Chris a little better :) One thing I was reminded of from & Adam is to not take life to seriously and embrace the QUIRK within each of us.

Shane & Adam's wedding was one of the most sincere, genuine and authentic displays of love that I have seen. During the ceremony when Adam said his vows to Shane, the simple words of... "This ring is beautiful... just like you" just opened the flood gates for me. So simple, but so tender and so very sweet. It didn't help that Shane's maid of honor/sister was up there with big ol' elephant tears rolling down her cheeks throughout the course of the ceremony ;) Shane and Adam are VERY loved. 

We had the opportunity to work with some of our favorite vendors in Seattle at this wedding which made it extra fun. Jesse & Travis with True Colors Events coordinated the event flawlessly, and the party was hopin' thanks to Austin Beaver with Nite Lite Entertainment. And the details! And the details were to die for! The flowers! the cake! Oh-me-oh-my the cake, was modeled after a roller coaster! Shane & Adam love theme parks and roller coasters so much that they are going around the nation on a road trip stopping in at different theme parks to check out different roller coasters. So they incorporated that into the overall theme of their wedding. Each table place card was the name of a different roller coaster. How cool is that?!

Shane & Adam we hope you guys are having a great time on your "round-the-nation-rollercoaster-honeymoon!" We love you guys!

Coordinators: Jesse & Travis with True Colors Events
Photographers: US! Sarah Rhoads Photographers
Entertainment/DJ: Austin Beaver with Nite Lite Entertainment
Flowers/Decor: Miki's Flowers 






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ohana photographers says: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 06:39 PM

the chucks just plain rule! gorgeous couple! beautiful as always guys!

Heather says: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 06:22 PM

Way to rock it! Awesome stuff. I LOVE their cake!

Gerald says: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 06:04 PM

Boy have I got some stories from Carowinds! Love that place... brings back a lot of great memories from good ole' NC. What a beautiful wedding too... great details and colors. Well done Sarah!

Crystal Genes says: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 05:15 PM

Love their theme! I was caught off guard when I saw Carowinds... that's just a few miles from where I live, and I use to get free tickets to DollyWood when I was in college... so much fun! Love the images:)

kari Crowe says: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 05:02 PM

you rock my socks:)

Rebecca Hansen says: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 04:50 PM

Beautiful wedding. The umbrella shots and headless shot are my faves. You keep it real Sarah Rhoads.

Wednesday, July 1, 2009, 10:19 PM
I am currently knee deep in editing this fantastical wedding and came across an image that made me smile. And of course I was doing my weekly cruise of one of my favorite love blogs le love and just loved this text and image together. LET'S LET IT HAPPEN. It is exactly what I needed to hear today. I have this constant internal battle because I am a free spirit trapped inside of a control freak's body! Oftentimes it's like my heart and my head are like an old married couple... they love one another but don't always see eye to eye :)  
At the end of the day I just need to LET IT HAPPEN. I need to trust my crazy intuitions and let go of the trivial things that really don't matter in the big picture. I have always known that things happen for a reason and that doors open and close in life for a divine purpose. I love that about life. It is an adventure to be embraced, enjoyed, relished and danced in... 

I'd love to leave you with a little something from a man who sits with me while I edit and plays me pretty music, this is one of my favorite tunes by William Fitzsimmons, "Everything has changed"



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Jonathan Frey says: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 11:57 AM

That's pretty tasty.

Jess P says: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 11:34 AM

William Fitzsimmons and the colors on these just GO TOGETHER :)

Kayleen T. says: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 06:29 AM

Love it! Can't wait to see more!

Justin James says: Wednesday, July 1, 2009, 11:05 PM

Love this. I've been a fan for a while and i really like your stuff. What font is that on the picture on the right?

Sunday, June 28, 2009, 08:13 PM
Friday we traveled down to the south side to join in on a summer BBQ on the Puget Sound at Jason & Crystal's in-laws place. There were some other fun photographer friends there and we got to talk about life & the pursuit of happiness over some vino and burgers ;). 

As I kicked my feet over the dock & watched the sunset over the water that night I felt a stirring in me.... a letting go of fears, an excitement for what is to come... the urging to continue creating, persevering and demanding excellence in my life and work. The moment we begin to settle for anything shy of excellence is when we settle for mediocrity in our lives. I never want to settle for that. It's cheap. It's easy to stand out when you pursue excellence because so many people are okay with mediocrity in their lives. We don't want to be like everyone. As my dad always said, "do a job great or small do it right or not at all." As we hit the peak of our busy season it is important for us remember the pursuit of excellence with every couple, every shoot, every wedding, every edit. As I looked out over the water that night, I was reminded of my dads words to continue pouring our hearts into everything we do and doing the very best we can.

Crystal & Jason asked Chris and I to do some photos of them for their new web site & blog. We have known these two for about a year and a half now & feel thankful to call them friends. Into the Darkroom, who worked with us on our blog, also did their blog and did a fantastic job reflecting who they are as artists and people. So without further adieu... Jason & Crystal







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Vitaliy Prokopets says: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 09:36 AM

I love the apples as props. The second image is great stop action image. I love #3 too. Great photos!

erica says: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 08:53 AM

sarah, you outdid yourself! does the pressure to be so consistently FREAKING AWESOME make you lose sleep at night????

JENA says: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 08:39 AM

amazing series! love the 50's feel and stunning selection of props and outfits. just a beatiful couple catpured in the best light!

michelle sidles says: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 07:44 AM

These might be my very favorite shots I've ever seen on your blog!! The falling apple.... the sun flare... the field with the people up in the corner of the frame...books!! LOVE THESE!!! :)

justin Bailey says: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 05:45 AM

Wow Sarah,

The beach images are awesome ;) I love the actions that you have used. Very coooool :)

J

Candice says: Thursday, July 2, 2009, 04:47 AM

i love everything about these. especially the first location. girl...we are SO stoked.

Laurel McConnell says: Wednesday, July 1, 2009, 11:39 PM

Love this series, Sarah, I want images like this of me and my beau (and he's a tough guy to photograph, boy is he EVER!)! Keep it up!

Meaghan Cook says: Wednesday, July 1, 2009, 10:59 PM

One of your best shoots ever. I can really get an idea of what these two super cuties are like. Love love love the apples. *Meaghan

Nancy says: Wednesday, July 1, 2009, 12:51 PM

This location is amazing, of course so are your subjects - very nice work and processing! I too am just starting out, love your unique style... I'm a fan already! :D

Katelyn says: Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 10:56 PM

Beautiful! I LOVE these! Amazing job capturing them...I love your creativity in all the shots.

appleM00N says: Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 10:17 PM

like them apples!

shanni says: Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 03:11 PM

I just went and ate an Apple. And not because I work at Apple, but rather since I saw such delicious looking apples in such delicious looking photos.

Pascal says: Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 02:33 PM

Love the apple shot! You rock as always!

evelyn says: Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 09:21 AM

YOU ROCK THIS! has always lovely pictures(:

Chelsea McGowan says: Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 08:52 AM

I'm a blog stalker, but have yet to comment on one of your posts. This one, though... I'd probably be unable to sleep unless I told you how awesome it is! My hubby and I have just kind of done without portraits of ourselves since our wedding, because I can't find anyone who can do something like this. THIS. This exact thing. Dang you for being so far away...

PROMISE TANGEMAN says: Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 08:40 AM

SARAH!! and Chris!! another extraordinary session. you guys are on TOP!

PROMISE TANGEMAN says: Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 08:40 AM

SARAH!! and Chris!! another extraordinary session. you guys are on TOP!

ron storer says: Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 05:16 AM

let's see....

beatiful - √
timing - √
passion - √
rendering - √
something your dad is smiling about in heaven √√√√√√√

lots of love to you both:)

Steve Gerrard says: Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 12:17 AM

"It's easy to stand out when you pursue excellence because so many people are okay with mediocrity in their lives." - Very true Sarah. There ain't no mediocrity goin' on here that's for sure :)

Priscill Gragg says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 11:02 PM

sarah, i am just going to say this: in my opinion, out of all the photographers i have been following for the past 2 years, you are the best photographer for couples! there, i said it!
wonderful sarah! you just killed it again!

Danielle LaFleur-Dutta says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 07:11 PM

These are AMAZING!

Briony says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 04:36 PM

these are absolutely wonderful! love love love these :)

Chrissy D. says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 03:26 PM

This is the first time I've visited your site. Amazing and inspiring!

Andrea says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 02:52 PM

Fantastic!

William Kim says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 02:07 PM

wow, your work is very inspiring!

matthew morgan says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 01:58 PM

beautiful locations. very smooth documentary feel.

Melissa Blue says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 01:41 PM

LOVE the apple shots! Great job!

Jasmine* says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 12:08 PM

I couldn't love this session more than I do!! So awesome! :)
xoxo

Jonathan Frey says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 11:59 AM

Wowee

Nathan Walker says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 11:05 AM

once again - lovely! always special, always perfect - love it :)

Julie says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 10:52 AM

Gorgeous! Love the use of the apples and motion. Adds such a fun and quirky personality to the images...which I'm guessing they share in real life. :)

Shannon Sewell says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 10:44 AM

love, love, love these!! jason, you guys look amazing and well... the rhoads... yep, the kinda people that knock every session outta the park. pretty good combination if you ask me ;)
~S

Bekah says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 10:39 AM

Love. These. Photos.

I must ask, where is this sandy beach?! I want to go to there.

oneshotbeyond says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 10:31 AM

totally beautiful!

Chantel says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 10:15 AM

Awe, awesome speech, so true. Love the pictures. Love the apples. I have a session planned in July with green apples and vintage books. Adore it!

italida says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 09:50 AM

Your works are incredible, full of life, love, light, passion.... I fallen in love with them! (sorry for my english) :D

Gerald says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 09:48 AM

Incredible work! These are absolutely incredible Sarah!

Jason says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 09:34 AM

BOOYA! I know, huge 90's word, but that's the first one that came to mind when I saw this post. I must say, being a photographer myself, it was really odd to be on the other side of the lens. That being said, having friends like you guys photograph us made the experience amazing. Crystal & I haven't been photographed since our wedding in 2001! These images are unbelievable...I'd even say I'm shocked, but I always knew you'd do it right :) Thank you guys for your time and unique talent!

JennyJimenez says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 09:23 AM

falling in love again.

Tana H says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 09:20 AM

I absolutely love them. This session was a perfect fit for them. Great job!

Lisa says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 09:02 AM

This is officially the perfect photog blog entry :) Great intro- and I absolutely love every single shot.

imthiaz houseman says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 08:59 AM

what a beautiful session.

Beth Armsheimer says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 08:58 AM

So beautiful!! love the props so much!

imthiaz houseman says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 08:58 AM

what a beautiful session.

josh solar says: Monday, June 29, 2009, 08:34 AM

what a lovely session!

Friday, June 26, 2009, 08:52 AM
Jesse & Whitney are my new friends.
 
Jesse came out for the Marfa Trip to hang out with us ladies... getting to know her was a true highlight of the trip. Her husband, Whitney, also ventured to Marfa to visit some old friends so Whitney inevitably ended up joining us for a couple of the adventures where I was able to catch the two of them together. 

These two are rich souls and deep wells. It is so refreshing to be able to have soulful conversation about what is really important in life. Jesse is one of those beautiful people that reaches past the surface of trivial things and is able to reach a little deeper. Conversation with her was always so rich, and I think that is mostly because she knows how to give people her ears. 

I feel so thankful to have met these two on this adventure. We were definitely destined to be friends.They, like Chris and I, are a husband and wife photography team & are based out of Atlanta. You can check them out here: http://www.ourblogoflove.com/




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Broderick says: Saturday, June 27, 2009, 07:03 PM

I went google searching when I read about Jesse&Whitney's photographer trip on twitter. They absolutely raise the bar here in Atlanta and your photos of them are incredible. Your entire website is full of amazing images and you've got a true gift! I look forward to staying tuned to your blog.
P.S. That final shot is quite the stunner. I'm sure it'll be framed soon :)

matty says: Saturday, June 27, 2009, 07:33 AM

wow. seeing these makes me want to go hug and kiss my lady right now. love is in the air!!!! great captures!!!

imthiaz houseman says: Friday, June 26, 2009, 12:22 PM

awesome shoot! love the colors.

Bianca Valentim says: Friday, June 26, 2009, 11:38 AM

Sarah!
I Looooved them all!
The angles, ideas, colors are inspiring!
I've been coming here to your blog daily and I love it!
:)

Emily says: Friday, June 26, 2009, 11:07 AM

These are amazing. So glad Whitney told me about your work! Just added you to my reader.

oneshotbeyond says: Friday, June 26, 2009, 09:42 AM

wondeful images here!

noe says: Friday, June 26, 2009, 09:19 AM

awesome shoot! very stylish. i love the colors!

Ellie says: Friday, June 26, 2009, 09:19 AM

They are amazing! In front of the camera as much as behind.