My husband and I had the distinct privelege of photographing JoAnn and Russ's wedding in Yosemite National Park this past week-end. The weather was outstanding, only two minor disapointments, not many trees were in color and the forest service had just the week prior performed a control burn on the meadow neighboring the chapel. No worries though, I was able to shoot low and across the meadow so the burn didn't show. There are so many photo opportunities throughout the park - what a treat!
JoAnn and Russ live in St. Helena and chose Yosemite for their destination wedding. Family and friends traveled from places such as the bay area, Wisconsin and New York. For many of these guests this was the first trip to California and/or Yosemite - what a great introduction to our State! I hope they went home talking about how beautiful the wedding, and the Park were!
We stayed at the Yosemite Lodge - for me a pleasant surprise. The beds could have been just a little softer, however the doe and fawn grazing just outside our deck doors more than made up for that! We had the buffet breakfast at the Ahwahnee Hotel which as always was superb. Every time I walk into that dining hall I am awed!
The banquet facility at the Yosemite Lodge prepared the reception dinner - GREAT food! Again, I was impressed.
JoAnn and Russ - thank you for allowing me to be your wedding photographer! I look forward to seeing you sometime next year when we visit wine country!
Kathy
