Jennie contacted me a while back after seeing her Princeton Kappa Kappa Gamma sister, Carissa's wedding images. Though she was attending law school at Georgetown and was no where near Texas, she booked me from afar. Even further was her wedding location, which was to take place at Montecito Country Club in Santa Barbara, California! Instantly, upon reading Jennie's email, I knew we would be a perfect fit.
Jennie is the kind of girl who loves to write in ALL CAPS if necessary and does not shy away from exclamation points, JUST LIKE ME!!!!! When she told me her love story with Kris, our connection got even stronger. As she spoke of his kindness and gregarious personality and all of the thoughtfulness he has put into their romance, I was sold. They are the ideal, people. The real deal ideal. Sweet, considerate, effervescent, highly intelligent, self-deprecating and as witty as the day is long, and completely over the moon in love with each other...to me, that describes the perfect couple. Here they are!
Stay tuned for their wedding images!
I told them during their shoot that they reminded me of an old married couple, but I meant it in the BEST possible light. They just match. There is no awkwardness or lack of communication or any of that crap that new couples deal with. It is as if Chrissie and Dan have known each other for decades and know all about what makes each other tick, and they are simultaneously enamored with one another as if they are within the first weeks of dating. Perfection. Love them, and truly hope that we remain friends long after their wedding!
The two of you are soooo cute. A big smile is on my face. Thanks for sharing your special photos!!!!
(06.17.10 @ 05:51 AM)What wonderful pictures! The lead in statements are so true. I only met Chrissie a year or so ago and never met Dan but it is clear that you both have a love for each other that naturally leads to a lifetime together. Have a great life together. :)
(06.16.10 @ 09:44 PM)fantastic pictures, Chrissie looks beautiful and Daniel, well what can we say - proud parents and proud parents in law
(06.16.10 @ 09:35 PM)What wonderful pictures! The lead in statements are so true. I only met Chrissie a year or so ago and never met Dan but it is clear that you both have a love for each other that naturally leads to a lifetime together. Have a great life together. :)
(06.16.10 @ 09:24 PM)Love you both and love the photos. Kate really captures the essence of who you guys are.
(06.16.10 @ 06:03 PM)Love the pictures. I must have the recessive gene in the family. :-)
(06.16.10 @ 11:10 AM)Beautiful pictures!! Chrissie you are gorgeous!.
Dan, you and Chrissie are a beautiful couple.
May your happiness last forever
The pictures are great and Chrissie is gorgeous
(06.16.10 @ 09:54 AM)the backwards "crush" in the second one down is perfection. Amazing set, as usual!
(06.15.10 @ 05:18 PM)You guys look great! Those photo's are amazing!
(06.15.10 @ 04:35 PM)Love the Black and Whites, and running across the street, Very Abbey Road. Thanks for making me smile today. Great shots.
(06.15.10 @ 04:06 PM)Not because of what they are, but for who they are as people, I adore them. She is one of the kindest, most thoughtful brides I have ever worked with, and he is a true blue gentleman. The way they interact tells me that even non-believers would have to agree that God planned for these two kids to be together. They just MAKE SENSE and are perfect for each other. Their parents should be so proud for ten million reasons!
I'll hopefully be able to show you more of their engagement session after their wedding, but for now, here are two of my favorite images that still allow this sweet couple to live in anonymity*.
Anyone who uses these images other than Kate Mefford or this amazing couple will be hunted down.
I can guarantee you that. Have a wonderful day! =)
i know i know!!!! EEEEEEEE!!!!!! these are fab. SO hope we get to see them all someday!
(06.14.10 @ 07:16 PM)Love the shots and your respect for their privacy...it was all a buzz in town when the engagement happened. Very fun to get to meet them. All that I've read and seen, he's an amazing guy!
(06.14.10 @ 12:42 PM)I heard of how my sweet cousin loved your work and wanted your perspective behind the camera and I had to check you out! I'm an emerging photographer in Southern Utah and you are in inspiration. Gotta love these two!!!
(06.11.10 @ 01:00 PM)I'm with Bobby! It's got to be Heidi and Spencer...you were in Cali not too long ago!
(06.09.10 @ 10:28 PM)KATE! I lurve that top image. So much story in a most minimalistic way. Genius sneak peek!
(06.09.10 @ 03:31 PM)I can't imagine who this is?! Haha Love the pics, again, you are amazingly talented!! Thanks for sharing!
(06.09.10 @ 03:31 PM)So, the foxy spring breakers fell in love and several years later are planning their early summer NJ wedding! I cannot wait to capture all of the little moments of their big day and get to meet (and catch up with) all of their family members. Straight from Courtney and Alex's mouths, it is supposed to be a VERY festive evening!
Great pics, Kate! Love seeing downtown Brenham in your shots.
(05.14.10 @ 01:38 PM)Kate--I love love love them!!! You would never know this was at 8am or right after the rain. I can't wait for the wedding!!!
(05.03.10 @ 11:46 AM)
Thanks for a fun afternoon in ATX, Genevieve + Adam! Can't wait to see you in the fall!
Love, love, love the hand picture and the kissing on the door step! Truly fabulous!
(04.26.10 @ 03:56 PM)Kate: You are the bomb-dot-com. These are so great. You were amazing at making us abandon our awkward tendencies and encouraging us to just be in the moment. We had an amazing time with you, and look forward to hanging again in November for our big day! Hugs, Genevieve and Adam
(04.26.10 @ 10:15 AM)
beautiful work Kate. I love the Airstream photo
(07.28.10 @ 09:11 AM)Oh, I love these! Way to go!
(07.27.10 @ 07:48 PM)These are truly fabulous photos! Although the love between these two sweethearts is readily apparent, the photographer has also captured hints of depths and moods beyond what one might expect from a standard photo shoot.
(07.27.10 @ 12:42 PM)Thank you, Kate, for capturing so beautifully, Jennie and Kris' personalities and genuine joy and love for each other. The photos are fabulous!
(07.27.10 @ 11:47 AM)Looking forward to the wedding photos with great anticipation>
Many thanks,
The MOB
Yayyyy, Kate! We LOVE LOVE LOVE them, especially the photos on the truck :-) Thank you, thank you, thank you for being your fabulous self and coming out to SB to celebrate with us. We just had an absolutely blast with you and Sam! xoxo
(07.27.10 @ 10:51 AM)Yayyyy, Kate! We LOVE LOVE LOVE them, especially the photos on the truck :-) Thank you, thank you, thank you for being your fabulous self and coming out to SB to celebrate with us. We just had an absolutely blast with you and Sam! xoxo
(07.27.10 @ 10:50 AM)