I cannot pull my eyes away from the gorgeousness that is Svetha's evening ensemble. It's mesmerizing!
LOVE this image! LOVE LOVE LOVE!
Saman Ansari of Studio Sila is one of the best hair and makeup artists in Austin and she was such a blast to hang with while Svetha was in the getting ready stages.
Did Kennedy Creative do a fantastic job or what?!
Here come the newlyweds!
Jith shows off his beautiful daughter.
When DJ Riz played "Jai Ho" from Slumdog Millionaire, the crowd went NUTS! I almost lost an eye! Not really, but I always wanted to say that.
Chase's friend, Jarret, breaks it DOWN.
Funny thing is, I went to high school with Jarret and his brother Brent, but none of us knew that until half way through the engagement session when Chase and I put 2 and 2 together. Love those dudes!
This kid was Jai Ho'd out.
Their last dance here, but one of the first for their lifetime together!
Stay tuned for their slideshow tomorrow!!!
Mom, Holly Viles, and I hustled over the the Driskill to be there at 7:15am on Svetha + Chase's wedding day. There was a lot to cover early in the morning since the ceremony started at 9am! Kennedy Creative had arranged for all of the details to be set, Svetha was getting her hair and makeup done, and then it was time to get dressed!
Sruthi, Svetha's sister, tears up and laughs all at the same time. Emotions were running high!
Svetha and her mom, Chitra, share a moment before things get rolling.
Love this of Svetha + Chase!
Love this, too!
The details were INSANE. I was in hog heaven times infinity!
Mom got this shot of Chase walking in with his brother.
Let the games begin!
I adore this moment. It's like both Svetha + Chase are thinking the exact same thing without even consulting one another. Their expressions and emotions are identical!
Don't you love the way they look at each other? I know I do. It gives me chills!
Quick costume change...
Proud parents.
Newlyweds!
I've loved this bus stop for years. What a trip it was to get to photograph a wedding party here!
One of my favorite bridesmaids images yet.
Stay tuned for part two on Monday!
Absolutely incredible photos!
(10.19.09 @ 02:16 PM)Wow! I actually got goosebumps looking at those! What an amazing wedding and culture! The colors just burst off my screen! And the crafting and inlay on the...I guess that's a sitar (?) is breathtaking...thanks for sharing!
(10.14.09 @ 11:56 AM)It was a pleasure working with you as Svetha's makeup artist at her wedding events. The pictures are fantastic, I am totally re-living the moments with them!
(10.10.09 @ 11:07 AM)I am not able to stop raving about the way you "catch the light of the day" with your amazing pictures. Thanks so much for your soulful pictures. I cannot wait to see the rest of them.
(10.10.09 @ 09:43 AM)A big shout out goes to Mandap Creations in Houston for the event's insanely gorgeous decor. You can see more of their goods in the ceremony images. Also, coordinators Natalie and Sunnie of Kennedy Creative were fabulous to work with and you'll get to see more of their work tomorrow and the next day!!!
The details were beyond incredible. Sparkles were everywhere...just the way I like 'em!
Chitra, Svetha's mom, had such a gorgeous necklace. Jealous!
It's all about that bubble. Nigh Night!
Shoes are off; let the party begin!
Mom got these next two shots...LOVE them (and LOVE her!)
Break it down, sister!
Chase and Svetha look at her henna to find the hidden letters of Chase's name. How cool is Indian culture?! Love it.
Svetha's maid of honor, Ashley gets a henna design that is purported to protect the bride before and during her wedding. Find out tomorrow if it worked! ;-)
Don't forget to leave comments for Svetha + Chase! xoxo!
Incredible photos, extraordinary moments. Congrats all around!
(10.19.09 @ 02:00 PM)Wow! The wedding was stunning...what a huge treat to get to share in your happiness through the beautiful photographs. Svetha, you look like a goddess. I am so happy for the two of you and wish you long, happy lives together. xoxo Lisa
(10.10.09 @ 08:05 AM)Kate,
The pics look amazing! Can't wait to see the rest of the pics! Thank you so much for everything.
~The Veeravalli Family
(10.09.09 @ 01:02 PM)Beautiful!!! Love the colors and the expressions of everyone!
(10.08.09 @ 08:51 PM)Gorgeous! What an awesome even to document... you did a wonderful job with these! :)
(10.08.09 @ 07:40 PM)Love the photos and the gorgeous setting! Can't wait to see the wedding photos. I'm jonesing for a henna tatoo of my own :)
(10.08.09 @ 05:50 PM)Guillaume, her new hubby, is completely over the moon for her, and it shows.
They had a late summer white wedding on Kanon's family's ranch, and it was so much fun to witness and enjoy the blend of cultures and mutual love for celebrating. This Texan francophile was in hog heaven. The icing on the cake was when the French gentleman of a groom, Guillaume, poured ME a glass of champagne.
Oh, how I love this couple, their families, and crazy friends!
Love these two images together. So sweet!
Look closely and you'll see Kanon and her dad. I love finding different ways to shoot potentially not-that-creative moments like the processional.
Beckett got to drive a tractor! When does THAT ever happen at a wedding??? FUN!
This little girl thought Kanon was the bee's knees. Of course, she was right!
Kanon's uber fabulous sister, Jessica and her husband were just settling into parenthood with baby Jake, and guess what? I am photographing them this Saturday morning for a baby session!!!
This might have been the best best man I have ever encountered. He easily wins the trophies for most expressive and most willing to do a strip tease!
You were a delight to photograph, and I hope to see you again sometime in the near future! Much love!
To view their slideshow, please CLICK HERE!
You have come a long way from the one year old I use to babysit in Blue Ridge. Hi!! Your mom and I recently spoke with one another and I would love to see all of you again. My blessing to everyone. Congratulations.
(10.26.09 @ 06:14 PM)What fabulous details and beautiful colors! Looked like a fantastic evening!
(10.13.09 @ 02:15 PM)I LOVE the framing of the processional father/daughter pic! Perfect little peephole, so interesting. And Kanon's dress is gorgeous, love the neckline! You can definitely feel the warmth in the country nighttime air....perfect!
(10.08.09 @ 12:50 AM)what a fabulously fun wedding! these are so fantastic! :) that shot of them standing in front of that amazing property (B&W) is sheer perfection.
(10.07.09 @ 06:17 PM)I was honored to witness this incredible celebration, via helping Kate. What a warm and beautiful family. I will NEVER forgot this wedding!! SOOO much charm.
(10.07.09 @ 04:06 PM)What an awesome wedding and an awesome couple. I love that their style was both beautiful and relaxed and embraced the beaustiful rustic Texas countryside and French zest for life. An amazing and beautiful! I am wishing them all the luck in the world. And Kate, photos are amazing as always!!! I love the opening photograph...gardening just makes my heart sing! and totally set the scene for the wedding.
(10.07.09 @ 01:56 PM)I stumbled across your blog via paste magazine. these pictures are stunning and so interesting. beautiful!!
(10.07.09 @ 09:14 AM)Kate, you have captured the emotions of that wonderful day in a way that I would have never dreamed possible. Thank you for your time, for sharing your talent, and for going the extra mile to make this day the dream wedding for both Kanon and Guillaume. Bissous!
(10.07.09 @ 08:51 AM)
amazing work! absolutely incredible images.
(10.19.09 @ 02:13 PM)ive not seen such beutiful photos of a wedding in my life a dramatic wedding anyone can wish for
(10.16.09 @ 06:14 PM)What a beautiful and exciting event! It looks so wonderful and OUT OF THIS WORLD! So fun!
(10.14.09 @ 09:03 PM)Wow, what an amazing celebration -- these photos are gorgeous!
(10.13.09 @ 02:11 PM)holy moly! Your blog is awesome! I love everything...they colors, your awesome new logo! And these images from this wedding are so great. Keep doing what you're doing...
(10.13.09 @ 11:38 AM)Truly beautiful! The colors are amazing - congratulations!
(10.12.09 @ 10:00 PM)Gorgeous! I literally had tears.
(10.12.09 @ 06:32 PM)Incredible work Kate! We love your style and look forward to working with you again!
(10.12.09 @ 01:02 PM)