Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 11:34 AM
Allyson & Bjorn are absolutely fascinating and beautiful people. Their wedding was unique in every sense of the word. The day was characterized with top Hats, fabulous steampunk elements, umbrellas, colorful old hats, corsets, metal flowers, goggles, feathery loverlies and everything old world. I love the unconventional. I love to be fascinated. I love Allyson & Bjorn. These two allowed their adoration for science and romance to shine through their fantastic steampunk inspired wedding. 

Allyson & Bjorns guests came in head to toe victorian steampunk attire. I was drooling. It was a creative infusion of inspiration & romance. Allyson got herself tied into the most insanely tight corset I have ever seen and she now has my eternal womanly respect for wearing that all day! All of Allyson & Bjorn's details were a beautiful mix of steel & copper with an old world charm. This included Allyson's flowers, that were made by an ETSY artist, these flowers were one continuous band of steel bent and molded into the shape of a bouquet. And their wedding rings were the most amazing things I had seen, they were armillary spheres and were able to shape into a full sphere through moving the bands around (there is a photo in this post). 

Allyson & Bjorn are two of the most intelligent, original and witty people that you could ever meet. Allyson is the youngest person I have ever met to have her PHD. These two are insanely gifted. Just having them as clients makes me feel at least ten times more intelligent ;) They are off gallivanting the world right now on their honeymoon in Iceland & the Maldives (I wish I could have fit in their suitcase for that trip!).

Celebrant: Quinn Russell  *who I have to say did an absolutely amazing job! 
Reception/Catering: Sole Repair Shop, Seattle
Photographers: Sarah & Chris Rhoads





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Paula says: Friday, September 24, 2010, 07:10 AM

Congratulations for the images. It made me feel how special this wedding was.

Bonnie says: Monday, August 23, 2010, 10:02 AM

Sorry we couldn't make it. It looks like it was absolutely fabulous, just like Allyson herself. I do want to know the name of the song and the artist who sings it -- please?

Anonymous says: Sunday, August 1, 2010, 10:28 AM

I LOVE their wedding rings! They look so fun! Where did they get them?!

Truc says: Thursday, July 15, 2010, 04:50 AM

I've never seen a wedding like this. Amazingly unique. Beautiful images!

Randy Coleman says: Tuesday, July 13, 2010, 05:42 AM

Love the people in this wedding!

Lauren says: Monday, July 12, 2010, 08:35 PM

Are you kidding me with these photos??? They are so fabulous!! I bet that wedding was so fun!!

Brandon says: Monday, July 12, 2010, 01:36 PM

A steampunk wedding, very very cool. Never seen anything like it.

Art Donovan says: Monday, July 12, 2010, 12:58 PM

Great shots!!!

La Belle Bride says: Monday, July 12, 2010, 11:19 AM

dear lord. i'm overwhelmed by the coolness. sheer genius.

Sylwia Kotlarz says: Monday, July 12, 2010, 05:53 AM

I am SPEECHLESS !!!!!!!!!!!!!

Cindy says: Friday, July 9, 2010, 05:40 PM

What an incredible wedding. I'm amazed by the amount of thought and work that has gone into it. The flowers and the cake topper are just divine.

How lucky you were to be able to photograph it. The photos rock!

Anna says: Friday, July 9, 2010, 01:08 PM

what a wedding - too good to be true. perfection and every photographer dream.
pictures rock!

lesley says: Friday, July 9, 2010, 09:10 AM

Oh my goodness, this wedding is just perfect!! And those goggles, where the heck do you find those...they are amazing! :)

Bjorn Townsend says: Thursday, July 8, 2010, 10:02 PM

The bride's dress is by Kambriel (http://www.kambriel.com/) and my suit came from Machete and Sons, who are local to you in Denver (http://www.etsy.com/shop/MacheteNSons).

Denver Wedding PHotographers, JasonG says: Thursday, July 8, 2010, 01:53 PM

Crazy wedding - and yet so very very cool. Where do I get an outfit like any of those?

HannahTaylor says: Thursday, July 8, 2010, 11:45 AM

Wow!

Greg Hoskins says: Thursday, July 8, 2010, 09:26 AM

So unique! Sooooo awesome!!

Kelly Taylor says: Thursday, July 8, 2010, 08:13 AM

These are visually captivating!! Love it!

cody says: Thursday, July 8, 2010, 06:09 AM

amazing! what a wonderful wedding!! great shots as usual!

Laura says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 10:49 PM

These are amazing!

Johnny Zybourne says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 10:04 PM

Steampunk is a lot like love if you think about it.

natalie montgomery says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 08:19 PM

i have no words...

Christine says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 06:20 PM

oh. my. OH MY! what an awesome wedding! love everything about it - especially how original and beautiful their wedding was! you guys did a super amazing job (as per always) with this... especially loving her dress. beautimous.

julie h says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 04:52 PM

these are incredible! Now that's some creativity in a wedding!

Alice G Patterson says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 04:26 PM

Wow, now that is a unique wedding. All of the outfits are so amazing, and the cake topper and rings are awesome! You did a lovely job capturing the quirky meets elegance of this uber fun wedding!

Bjorn Townsend says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 03:36 PM

Hello! The groom in question here - just wanted to say how delighted we are with the photos. The whole experience with Sarah and Chris was wonderful and worth every penny.

We also very much appreciate the kind comments from people reading this blog. If you have questions about something in the photos please feel free to drop me a line via email.

Jesi says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 03:24 PM

Wow! So original! Love them and their style. Of course you captured them beautifully.

jenny b. says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 03:11 PM

Reception at Sole Repair Shop in Captiol Hill. Called it!

Alex says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 01:50 PM

Wow these are so awesome!!! Such a cool theme! Love the details!

Brandi says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 01:23 PM

Love it. All the clothes are SO FABULOUS and so are the details.

Jeff Cohea says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 12:55 PM

The most original wedding idea I've seen in a while! Great stuff!

Lydia says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 12:44 PM

What an amazingly cool wedding! The cake topper made me smile--so perfect for them!

Melina Wallisch says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 12:34 PM

hi sarah. these are beautiful pictures of an amazing wedding. it's refreshing to be inspired by the unique. true artistry!

johnna brynn says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 12:25 PM

Oh. My. Goodness! Incredible! Stunning. Inside and out!

Adam Zodrow says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 12:15 PM

SaRAH! This is incredible. As an Englsih teacher and librarian, I am obsessed with the fingerprint that Steampunk has left on literature and film. It is so great to see it played out in such a tangible way in this wedding. Beautifully shot!

Emma says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 12:14 PM

What an amazing wedding! Love all the details.

Mikkel says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 12:12 PM

That's gotta be one of the coolest cakes I've seen in a while!!

kayleen t. says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 12:10 PM

Wow! I love when people break the rules and stray from tradition to have a totally unique wedding fitted for their personalities... the pictures are awesome and their rings are soo cool!

Beth says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 11:50 AM

oh my dude! woe! how unique. im just speachless you guys..

AmyPunky Photography says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 11:47 AM

Simply amazing!!!!

Christina Walker says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 11:47 AM

Oh! I love this more than I can possibly say! LOVE IT!

Zach Hodgson says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 11:46 AM

Wow. Beautiful images to compliment a unique wedding concept. Very nice work.

Tonhya Kae says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 11:43 AM

How fun!! :)

Kristen says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 11:42 AM

Oh wow! What a unique wedding. I love the way you captured it! Just lovely. What a fun couple :)

Kristine Neeley says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 11:41 AM

That is unlike anything I have ever seen before. WOW!

Kristen says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 11:41 AM

Oh wow! What a unique wedding. I love the way you captured it! Just lovely. What a fun couple :)

April says: Wednesday, July 7, 2010, 11:40 AM

Neat wedding! It's nice to see something different, not everything pulled off Design*Sponge. :)

Tuesday, June 29, 2010, 07:53 AM
Kari & Cedric have had two of the most beautiful days in Seattle history for both their engagement shoot and now their wedding. When Seattle is "on" it is a city that is perfection. We woke up the day of their wedding with the sun lighting up every building in the city and glistening off the water. It was perfect and these two deserve every bit of it. 

Kari & Cedric are the type of people who really take care of the people they love. They are people that treat friends like family. They are generous and thoughtful. Always quick to say thank you and they consistently go out of their way to make you feel encouraged and appreciated. What a gift they are! 

The first time Cedric saw Kari during their first look was just amazing. I couldn't resist putting one of those images in the set because the reaction was just so honest and absolutely lovely. The moment Cedric saw Kari it was as if all of his heart ended up on his face... and all I saw was love. It was beautiful. Seeing that kind of raw, uninhibited love in moments like this one are why we do this. We know that deep, romantic, soul-mate kind of love is so very real and when I see these moments I am so blessed to be reminded of that truth. We feel so honored to have shared in this day with these two amazing people.

Photographers: Chris & Sarah Rhoads


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Truc says: Friday, July 2, 2010, 03:24 PM

Awesome images. I love how the city looks, and love the couple's first look.

Michelle Stone says: Thursday, July 1, 2010, 10:59 AM

love them all...they are fantastic!

arenda says: Wednesday, June 30, 2010, 07:38 PM

that last shot is priceless.
i'm also quite enjoying the bubblegum wall wedding shot! so seattle! :)

Katja says: Wednesday, June 30, 2010, 07:30 AM

As always I'm really thrilled about the way you combine pictures. They are all different, also in their processing, but together they are something new. Adorable!

fer juaristi says: Wednesday, June 30, 2010, 05:35 AM

amazing wedding guys, pure soul power.

chatti says: Tuesday, June 29, 2010, 08:20 PM

this is absolutely delicious! meow! i love when he sees her! Love you guys and I love the blank haus blog. XoXo

HannahTaylor says: Tuesday, June 29, 2010, 02:41 PM

Very beautiful! Ditto on the sailboat!

kate. says: Tuesday, June 29, 2010, 10:25 AM

i love that sailboat!

jennifer michelson says: Tuesday, June 29, 2010, 09:25 AM

Beautifully done! They are all really great. I love the one of Cedric seeing Keri for the first time so sweet. Seattle is such a perfect backdrop. Lovely meeting you at the wedding too!

Adam Perry says: Tuesday, June 29, 2010, 09:14 AM

Hey hey. The gum wall is great. Its legendary!

Shannon says: Tuesday, June 29, 2010, 08:34 AM

These are amazing Sarah! You captured two of my best friends so well. Thanks Sarah, another job well done :) -Shannon

Alex Beadon says: Tuesday, June 29, 2010, 08:25 AM

Beautiful shots! I love the last one :)

Harvey says: Tuesday, June 29, 2010, 08:24 AM

Digging the Duke shot, what the heck is that stuff on the wall? Looks like candies. Delish!

Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 08:13 AM
Jip & Megan are the type of people who light up a room. They have this intrinsic joy that radiates from them. It is physically hard not to smile when you are around them :) They see the world for all the possibility and hope that is posses and want to leave it a better place. They see the good in others and they choose to love even when it is hard.

These two got in touch with us about a year ago when they were just in the beginning stages of planning their destination event in Durango, Colorado. They met in Durango as camp counselors and have spent most of their summers there through college, so Durango is a very special place for them. I was so excited when they told me the story of how they met and where their wedding would be because ironically enough, I too was a counselor at the same camp in Durango when I was in college! I love Durango! It is a magical little place in the southwest settled in the mountains. It is beautiful. Megan & Jip had an outdoor wedding with a view that could take your breath away. There is something about the mountains that always puts me in my place and reminds me of how small I am in this giant big creation.  

Megan wore her poppy's old cowboy boots for the wedding, they carried such special meaning to her since he wasn't able to be with them at the wedding. These two had a ceremony that was real, deep and so personal. When these two say something you know they mean it. We were so excited & honored to be a part of their big day. Cheers to you Megan & Jip!

Coordinator: Sarah & Donna Troop
Catering: Durango Gourmet
Photographers: Chris & Sarah Rhoads





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Liz says: Friday, June 25, 2010, 08:45 PM

Simply stunning. I cannot even choose a favourite!

HannahTaylor says: Friday, June 25, 2010, 07:25 PM

I think this is one of my favorite weddings!!

Justin says: Friday, June 25, 2010, 09:19 AM

Probably one of your best weddings.
Simplicity. You guys rock at that!

Alex Beadon says: Thursday, June 24, 2010, 05:57 AM

Beautiful, beautiful work.

anda says: Wednesday, June 23, 2010, 05:31 PM

simply gorgeous. the mood is captured so well ... i feel like i wish i were at this wedding.

Megan Eckers says: Wednesday, June 23, 2010, 01:42 PM

Whenever I'm in the mood to be completely blown away, I come to your blog. I love everything you do, seriously. God has blessed you with such talent!

Truc says: Wednesday, June 23, 2010, 04:05 AM

The images in the field are stunning! I love this wedding!

arenda says: Wednesday, June 23, 2010, 12:54 AM

wow! is that a record for biggest wedding party you guys have shot? that's a lot of people!
love the rose petal throwing shot -
and the way the wind is making her veil move in the first field shot -
and the general love that shines through each photo!

Kevin Wrenn Photography says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 09:34 PM

Ring shot, ring behind veil, father crying, rose pedals in air, shall i keep going? WOW! You guys are MACHINES! awesome awesome awesome!!!

yan palmer says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 09:19 PM

nicely done mr. and mrs. rhoads. you never fail to impress and inspire with your storytelling. so great the way each and every image, including the ones without people, capture or convey emotion.

Epiphany Clark says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 02:59 PM

Sarah,

You did a fabulous job! These pictures are absolutely breathtaking. It was so fun getting to meet you and be apart of Megan and Jip's story with you! Continue using your gift, it is a blessing to others.

Nirav Patel says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 12:47 PM

I LOVE the rose shot...and the rest of them :).

Patricia E says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 10:33 AM

Beautiful! Love these. Makes me miss Colorado so much more.

Garrett Davis Photography says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 09:31 AM

Amazing! Great work as always. Isn't that venue incredible?! I photographed a wedding out there last year, sooo beautiful. Did you run into Blue Lake Ranch's pet cat? That cat jumped into every formal photo it could when I was shooting :)
-Garrett

GeorgeH says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 09:18 AM

beautiful colors on the details

tara leigh says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 09:10 AM

what an adorable couple!! such joyful and gorgeous photos. i always love when you post new work!

kirsten says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 09:08 AM

i can *sense* their genuine happiness and your photos portray it beautifully.

Stephanie Motz Skinner says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 09:07 AM

Wow! What a beautiful wedding. Great job at capturing the love and personality.

Katie says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 08:47 AM

It would be impossible to pick a favorite. LOVE them all! You really captured the emotion, which is SO awesome!

Ryan Klos says: Tuesday, June 22, 2010, 08:39 AM

You two have such a knack for capturing emotion in the details. I love it!

Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 12:02 PM
My first conversation with Alesa & Brian was filled with talks of passion, soul, life and love. I fell in love with them immediately. These two love till it hurts, and let their hearts lead them through life. Their connection is so honest and real. I'm a firm believer in soulmates because I found mine, and this is a true case of two people finding their soulmate in this life. To see that in a couple is like seeing a glimpse of God himself. It is truly beautiful. 

Chris and I feel so honored to be a part of Alesa & Brian's wedding at a private residence in Malibu. The day was perfect. Sunny. Delightful. Moving. Passionate. Inspiring. It was obvious that everyone in attendance loved these two deeply. There were so many moments that just captivated me throughout their day. Alesa's tenderness with her grandmother. The moment Brian's mother saw Alesa and her son for the first time and started to cry. Hearing their vows to one another at the ceremony.

This wedding was like a beautiful cinematic experience. It was similar to the feeling you get after watching a brilliant movie that makes you want to go and do something great with your life. The day started with that silent anticipation, moved into excitement and ended with a joyous party. Celebration would sum up this wedding well. The band they had play was by far the best wedding band we have ever had at an event, West Coast Music Impulse Band. And one of my very favorite California coordinators, Camilla, always makes weddings ten times more fun.

Enjoy Brian & Alesa! 

Venue: Private Residence in Malibu, CA
Photographers: Sarah & Chris Rhoads
Flowers: Holly Flora
Photobooth: Smilebooth - more of those to come in the next couple of days!





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Hannalee Photography says: Tuesday, July 27, 2010, 01:27 AM

Oh Sarah, these images are unbelievable. Your photography makes me swoon. Thanks for sharing and inspiring.

Truc says: Wednesday, June 23, 2010, 03:58 AM

Amazing imagery, Sarah and Chris! Love love these.

wendy says: Monday, June 21, 2010, 12:13 AM

I just spent the last half hour catching up on the last few wedding posts you have blogged. So crazy amazing. Such fun. Such creativity. Such technical skill. Simply amazing and I am so stoked to being your mentee in September!!!! Cannot wait.

arenda says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 07:32 PM

beautiful photos sarah - love the joy + love written all over their faces!

Mom Goodman says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 06:48 PM

OMG - You two are beautiful! Good thing you're in Hollywood - You are the STARS in your very own hit reality show called "Mr. & Mrs. DePersia"! Truly an enchanted wedding with two awe-inspiring individuals launching into a fairytale life overflowing with love and exhilaration! I couldn't love you more! xxoo

tina florance says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 06:04 PM

i love this one. the couple is full of life and your photos are SO there with them.

fer juaristi says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 05:07 PM

you can feel the couple on your images, crazy, love them!

Hannalee Photography says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 02:18 PM

Such stunning images, truly inspiring!

Josh McCullock says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 08:35 AM

Outstanding!
Can I ask where his shoes are from? I think I need those!

Josh McCullock says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 08:34 AM

Outstanding!
Can I ask where his shoes are from? I think I need those!

Alex Beadon says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 06:04 AM

I'm in love with your photography. You capture emotion so beautifully!

Christine says: Thursday, June 17, 2010, 12:27 AM

Love. Yous. :)

Anna says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 03:33 PM

I'm so glad you believe in soulmates. Almost all of my friends disagree with me here, so it's beyond encouraging to see someone I truly admire believe the things I believe.

carrie says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 03:19 PM

lovely images. she reminds me of uma thurman :).

Darby says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 02:24 PM

Congratulations Alesa and Brian! I was waiting to see these photos and they are amazing! I love the one where Brian is touching Alesa's nose. So beautiful. It looks like everyone had an awesome time!!!!!!

Kevin Wrenn Photography says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 02:10 PM

The black and whites are so profoundly emotion evoking! Love the ring shot! What a gorgeous bride as well!

Kelly MacDonald says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 12:49 PM

Brilliant - seriously brilliant. Love your work!

rebekah j. says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 12:41 PM

soo beautiful. i love the warmth & realness of their love.

Taren says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 12:35 PM

as always, stunning sarah!

Tara says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 12:27 PM

Awesome! So Sunny and bright! Love the shots on the cligf...

Jacky says: Wednesday, June 16, 2010, 12:18 PM

Yay! So glad to see these Sarah, they look awesome!! :)