Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 09:00 AM
Alex & Doug are free spirited, light hearted, fun loving people whose life is lived fully. They are the type of people that you'd want to travel the world with... and to me, that is saying a lot. They know how to have a good time. Alex & Doug call San Francisco home, but will be having their 2010 wedding in the best city in the world... Seattle ;). Chris and I are so excited to be a part of their big day. They are really a great fit for us and after spending 90 minutes with them on their session, I am already in love with the spirit they bring into this world. 

Doug is a big time surfer... I suppose that explains the hair that is prettier than mine.. all surfer "dudes" seem to have divine hair ;). When Chris and I lived in Hawaii and were surfing frequently a few years back, Chris' hair was almost down to his shoulders and I tell you, he truly had "locks of love." It must come with the territory because it is the only explanation that seems reasonable for guys hair that is that great. ;) And Alex is the snowboarder of the family... She is smart, witty and totally adventurous. They are lovers of life and love to travel. They went down to Costa Rica and Nicaragua to surf and live for a few months... because that is what you do when you love life and want to squeeze every last bit of goodness out of it! I love that kind of abandonment! People like Alex and Doug inspire me. They are kindred spirits and were soo very fun to photograph. 

Now I must get to cooking.... soo much to cook in so little time.. wish me luck, I'm not very domestic as they say. ;)



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Corinna Hoffman says: Friday, January 8, 2010, 09:06 PM

Beautiful couple and great capture of their beauty :)

Jess says: Monday, January 4, 2010, 06:34 PM

What amazing photographs! I can't believe the love of this couple, it was captured so well in these photographs. Beautiful!

wrecklessgirl says: Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 05:44 AM

this is the shoot i haven't been able to forget.

Melissa says: Wednesday, December 2, 2009, 03:13 PM

What a gorgeous couple! I love the crazy wind! It made for great shots for you! Your work is stunning!

geneoh says: Friday, November 27, 2009, 07:24 PM

looks like a gap shoot. love it!

bobbi says: Thursday, November 26, 2009, 11:17 PM

Could these two lovebirds be ANY more beautiful?! WOW!!!!!!

Emma Robertson says: Thursday, November 26, 2009, 01:52 PM

Good gosh they are beautiful humans...

Bella Taylor says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 08:40 PM

Wow what a gorgeous couple! I love those lying down shots!!!!

Julie h says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 08:26 PM

they are stinking adorable! and they look so cozy in those threads wrapped around each other. bella.

mindy says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 03:46 PM

I love these photos. The couple looks so relaxed and happy! I love the set with the leaves, what a lovely backdrop.

Kara Wieler says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 12:57 PM

These are fantastic! I love the carefree energy they have! Maybe these two can give me some tips on my trip to Nicaragua this winter. Maybe I'll come back a surfer girl.... only wish I was that athletic! I'll hope for the hair instead, that's more realistic!

Kylie says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 12:26 PM

Love it. Love it. Love it. Have fun in Thailand Rhoadsies!

Jane Hasty says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 12:17 PM

WOW-have I told you your blog is one of my most favorite and so inspirational! Thanks!!!

Candice says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 11:08 AM

what a beautiful couple!!

hope you have an AMAZING trip. i hope you guys are refreshed and inspired from it!!

Casey Figlewicz says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 10:43 AM

Love this shoot! My wife and I need to do something like this. It reminds me of the less crazy life we had before kids:) Thanks!

Justin James says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 10:41 AM

Doug should model. These are great. They are both gorgeous people.

Lesley says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 10:38 AM

This session somehow brought a little tear to my eye. Love them! :)

imthiaz houseman says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 10:24 AM

of course their gorgeous, their from cali. beautiful session. i wish you luck cooking. you may say you are not "domesticated" but i bet you are in your own sarah rhoads way, which is why you are so fabulous.

Gail says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 09:54 AM

WOW - they are the quintessential Cali couple! I think you need to submit these photos for inclusion in Levis' "O Pioneers" ad campaign (which, can I just say, i LOVEEEEE !!!)

Gorgeous!!!

Dennis Bullock says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 09:49 AM

So cool Sarah! These captures could be in a product ad!

Chad Morgan says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 09:33 AM

Some really great moments, some artsy compositions, and some hot peeps. Delicious!

Maureen Nikonov says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 09:31 AM

This is an absolutely beautiful set. Happy Thanksgiving to you and Chris! Vitaliy and I are very thankful for the two of you.

jess@studio3z says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 09:20 AM

oh my goodness....hair and eyes GALORE. wonderful session.

neal Carpenter says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 09:19 AM

Amazing! It looks like a Ralph Lauren ad.

Alexandra says: Wednesday, November 25, 2009, 09:13 AM

Wow :) he has beautiful eyes! Loving these shots :) Great work!