Matt's family is Quaker and while he and Christa are not practicing, they decided to include a Quaker tradition in their wedding ceremony. About a three minute period of silence during which Steve and I could not photograph. Of course, I would respect it, but three minutes to a documentarian can sometimes feel like an eternity, so I wasn't sure how I would react. Would I be nervous about all the shots I thought I would be missing? I wasn't sure. When the time came though, the officiant offered some words of reflection for everyone during this time. I realized this moment of silence is what I tell couples to do on their wedding day: slow down for a moment, soak it all in, and appreciate what you are doing together, the enormity of the commitment and the happiness that his newly formed family brings to themselves and their close friends and family. Having three minutes to reflect on this myself, without shooting, was extra moving and inside I was ecstatic for Christa and Matt. Later in the ceremony, guests were able to voice their support of the newlyweds in a joyful "We do!" pledging to offer their love and community of support to strengthen their new union.
Christa and Matt, I have no doubt your union is growing stronger each day of your marriage. I am so excited for new adventures that I know life will bring you two as you embark on this next journey together. Visiting Christa's family in New Zealand for your honeymoon next year will certainly kick those adventures into high gear! Thank you again for allowing Steve and I to document your wedding day for you! You pulled together such a wonderful celebration, and we are happy we could be a part of it. All our best!















































