Becky and Rob get married at Cornell

Wow, first off, I’m sorry Becky and Rob that this has taken me way longer than usual to post for you. Things have been really crazy, and I thank you for your patience and understanding.

Becky contacted me last April to ask about shooting their wedding. They really appreciated my work, and wrote some beautiful things that inspired me to do a blog entry back then called “Appreciation”
I was especially moved when I read the following, “I started looking for other photographers on the Internet. That's how I found your site, which is really spectacular. Some of your pictures even brought tears to my eyes (no, I haven't said that about any one else's pictures!!) :) Rob and I looked at several sites together, and we both agreed that your pictures were really elegant and had a humanity that some of the others didn't. Clearly, you have a very unique and lovely service to offer that is much more than a typical photographer.”

Like a lot of people, they were initially surprised at the cost of good photography. Unfortunately, like anything else, there is a lot of expensive junk out there. This reminds me of a great saying I got in a fortune cookie the other day. It said, “The memory of bad quality lasts longer than the shock of high prices”. This is especially true for bad photography, and I am thinking about using it in my email signature. Fortunately, we were able to make things work, and I’m glad we did because it has been a wonderful journey together since then. We did a fun/fantastic engagement shoot and have exchanged emails about everything, and anything you could ever imagine. They are both gorgeous people with beautiful spirits. Mix all of that together, and it is easy to see why I was so excited to shoot their wedding.

We began the day at Julie Stone’s Hair Salon (Julie is one of my “favorite brides of all time” from a few years ago). Then moved on to Anabell Taylor Hall at Cornell University for the ceremony, and to the A.D. White house for a beautiful reception. I love Neil Young, and their first dance song is “Harvest Moon” so I couldn’t wait to put their slideshow together for them.

Thank you again Becky, Rob, your families, and friends for allowing me to be part of your special day. I look forward to a long friendship, and wish you many blessings and good luck along the way.

Please click an image to see it larger, and click here for their slideshow.

Comments

[Luke Walker]

big time congrats to becky and rob! im stoked to see the wedding pictures after such an awesome engagement shoot :) im glad that album was the talk of the town too frank!

beautiful stuff as always.

[Airika Pope]

Frank, what beautiful imagery and even more, what a moving story. It is so encouraging when couples take the time to write what's really on their hearts. You certainly did not disappoint! I look forward to seeing more of your work!

[Marti Bledsoe Post]

Frank,
Your work is always amazing. You introduced us to Becky and Rob first through their engagement shoot and then Becky and I got to email back and forth about all things bridal. By the time we looked at these wedding shots, we felt like we knew them both and like we were part of their day. Thanks for letting all your couples share in all the pictures.

Becky and Rob,
Congratulations again on your wedding. It looks like it really was the happiest day of your lives. Best always,
Marti & Steve

[Garrett]

Wow, Frank! What a great letter from the bride!!! Paste that on your wall next to your computer...seriously!

The images are amazing. I especially love the ones with the bride sitting in the bench. And the one with her mom lifting her veil is really cool too. They're all great!

Cheers...

[C.J. Scott]

Wow, Frank...these are gorgeous. That first shot is truly outstanding!

[Becky Bean]

Frank - these are soooooo beautiful. Thank you a million times for everything. We haven't talked much since the wedding, but you know that we had a blast, right? I'm so happy that you were with me that day - it was busy, but you made it so chill and easy. Thank you.

We also owe you a huge thanks for all your help with vendors. I couldn't have been happier with our venue, our officiant, Janet Shortall, my hairdresser, Mena at Julie Stone, and the catering from Simply Red Bistro! But that's all thanks to you, b/c you know how clueless I was about how to put together wedding at first. And your advice was always perfect.

Our pictures are amazing, thank you so much, Frank. Rob and I watched our slideshow and we were right back to that day...we love it. I told you not to worry about taking some time to get the images to us -- I know how crazy your schedule is and I *knew* it would all be worth the wait! Rob and I are lucky to have found you, Frank. Back when I started the process, I didn't realize it, but you are clearly a steal, baby.

And the album you put together of the engagement shoot was so awesome! Frank, seriously, everybody was talking about it and it made the coolest guest book!!!!! I love you Frank!

I hope you're well and happy (and getting lots of good sleep!), and thank you again. For all the crazy, cool, amazing work you do, and for being you.

[Chris Humphreys]

Wow Frank!

Haven't checked out your blog in a while, and it's totally my loss! :)

Great stuff here! Keep up the amazing work!

I hope we get to catch up in person at WPPI!