It was her strength and her confidence that first captivated him. As she sat with his father and chatted with his friends, Garett realized that this girl was remarkably different from the other women he had dated. Her warmth surrounded the table, her laughter surrounded his heart. She had been invited to the benefit dinner at the last minute by his friend to fill an empty seat at Garett's table. Garett was busy, in and out of his seat working the benefit, and didn't have time to entertain his date, but she was fine. In fact, she was wonderful. Her confidence beamed through her smile, and her strength stood in her eyes. He watched her from across the room, captivated by her beauty, and when their eyes met, his heart collided with the love of his life.
Amy and Garett have a love for each other that is remarkably tender and true, and Jeff and I had the chance to fly up north for their Salt Lake City wedding last weekend. Not only is this a fantastic city, but Amy put together a fantastically stylish wedding. No detail was left untouched, and she infused her personality into every aspect of the day, including the cute little peacock feathers in every detail!
A special thanks goes to Diana and Loreilei for coordinating the day. You two made everything smooth and easy, thank you!
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Amy got ready in a suite at the stylish Little America Hotel in downtown Salt Lake City.
Hollee at Emberlily Designs did a fantastic job on the florals, and Amy rocked the heels!
Amy and Garett chose to do a First Look before the ceremony at The City Library in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City. This library is known for its award-winning architecture and allowed us to create an incredibly romantic and timeless First Look moment. Remember, if these two had not decided to see each other before the ceremony, then none of the following pictures would have been possible!
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Because Jeff and I always work as a team, we're able to capture several amazing angles - she's so happy!
My angle.
Jeff's angle.
Just before the ceremony, I grabbed a few more portraits of Amy...I couldn't resist!
Love this moment with her dad.
They held the ceremony and reception at The Point, a chic restaurant and venue tucked against the mountains that overlooks the city and the entire valley. The views were unbelievable!
We had so much fun with both of their families! We like to mix up the traditional family portraits sometimes. Yes, we took a nice portrait as well, but we're hoping that this one goes on the wall.
Nothing says Salt Lake like the gorgeous mountains. They were clear and beautiful all day, so we couldn't resist!
Amy designed her wedding around the beautiful colors and textures of peacock feathers and I loved every detail!
Super fab centerpieces from Emberlily Designs.
Sweet moment during toasts. We seriously love these guys.
First dance.
Amy & Garett - Thank you so much for your amazing love and your sweet smiles. You two were so wonderful to be around and we can't wait until we can see you again! Don't be surprised when Jeff & I knock on your door next year during ski season!!
Hugs,
Erin
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New Orleans Shooting Workshop! | The Youngrens | San Diego Photographers - [...] A big ‘ol thanks goes to our former bride Amy Lashelle, who let Jody borrow her wedding dress for the shoot! You may recognize this dress from her fabulous wedding in Salt Lake City?? [...]
Amy and Garett: Album | The Youngrens - [...] For Jeff and I, we always photograph weddings with an album in mind. We capture certain moments and particular details because we know that they are needed to create a complete and one of a kind wedding story. I’ve never showcased any of our designs here on the blog before, but I decided it was about time to start showcasing some of our favorite work. To start I want to feature one of my favorites – the beautiful and classic Amy and Garett. [...]
Rick and Pam Gavin - Picture perfect couple and photography! What a wonderful day captured so beautifully! Lovely, fun, unique, and stunning. These pictures could be posted in any bridal magazine or major photography magazine. Really captured the beauty of Amy the modern vintage bride and Garrett the GQ handsome groom. Loved the family picture too. Awesome, and blessed day captured beautifully.
Tracy Ramos - wow… Amy….
Those pictures are BEAUTIFUL!!!!
You looked like ART!!!
I’m sooo happy for you!
~Tracy Ramos (Formally Tracy Tingle)
Betsy, La Vida - Oh my… How DID I miss commenting on this one?! LOVE the perfect mix of vintage and modern. That library looks like a dream location. What a different way to shoot the first look from really far away with the white space around them. Fabulous!
Mark, Dee, Bethany Turk - Congratulations!! The photo’s are amazing, may our dear Lord bless and keep you always, and may the love you now share grow in all He has given you one for another.
Patrice - Peggy and Ken…what a glorious family. You are blessed in oh so many ways. To God be the glory…xoxoxoxoxooxoxx
Gina - Beautiful couple!
Beautiful venue!
Beautiful wedding!
Loved the peacock feathers!
AWWWWWWWSOME PHOTOS!!!!!!>>>>GO Youngrens!
Janelle Ingram - Thank you guys so much for being so wonderful! You really captured every moment of the day. You two are incredible photographers! It was so fun having you guys there! Thanks for making it such a special day! Amazing pictures!
Jeff, La Vida Creations - Beautiful, as always!
Aunt Donita - Jeff and Erin – Simply stunning, as usual.
Daniel Galang - Wow.. you guys are incredible.. love your work on this wedding, the site was beautiful and the bride and groom look awesome! I love all the city library shots – great angles..
Mark Leonard - Very cool combination of architectural and portrait photography. The ceremony and reception room look like a photographer’s dream with all of those windows. I think you really capitalized on a unique location.
Kevin Mudd - Hi Guys,
Beautiful Work! Simply amazing.
Kayla - These are amazing! I love the first look! How cool. What a fabulous wedding!
Ken & Peggy Cross - Jeff & Erin,
Your pictures take our breath away and captured perfectly the elegance of the evening! Your warmth, love, and personalities made it extra special for us. We couldn’t be more pleased! You both have been blessed with amazing creativity from The Creator Himself. It was such fun to have you both at the wedding. We can’t wait to see the rest!
love, Ken & Peggy
Erin - @Zach The library was actually super easy to work with – apparently they realize that its a crazy cool place to shoot and welcome photographers! We just had to stop by the info desk and get little sticky name tags, ha! But we ALWAYS check with locations like this before a shoot, because you never know – some are easygoing while others are more strict.
Zach - Wonderful work as always you guys. I absolutely loved the first look photos. What a location. When you go into a place like that, do you generally need to get permits? I got chased out of a train station up here in Orange County while scouting for locations for an engagement shoot a while back. Luckily the clients weren’t with me at the time. Anyhow, you are truly inspiring to all of us aspiring wedding photographers out there. I consider myself blessed to be have talented people like you in my life.
Michael Ingram - WOW!!! Jeff and Erin you guys rock
Jenny - Beautiful. Beautiful. Beautiful. I can’t wait to see the whole slew of them. You were both such an exquisite and perfect piece of the wedding. It would not have been the same without you. I keep a copy of your card in my wallet on the off chance I meet someone looking for a photographer. And then, I gush. gush. gush. Thank you for pursuing your love of photography together and adding wonderfulness to our world. All love.
tiffany izart - These are beautiful!! what a gorgeous bride!
Shannon - Yay Utah! =)
Stephen Knuth - Great Job!! I love that you posted both angles that you were taking at each location. The mountains do serve as a great backdrop. I was there 5 days before you were for snowboarding.