More from Les and Jill’s wedding! Missed Part 1? Click here.
We finished up their portraits with open land as our backdrop.
The ceremomy took place in a small clearing behind the family home. Jill confided in me that as a little girl running around with a pillow case on her head, this field, this clearing was were she always imagined getting married. It is an intimate clearing surrounded with trees. The decor was simple: white chairs, two beautiful old tree stumps, and a petal aisle. That was it. I mean come on, isn’t this breathtaking?
This is Angus… the family dog. He attended the wedding in style! 
Les and Jill chose to have their wedding at Jill’s family home. Although her parents are no longer here, it was an intimate unspoken way to incorporate them in a big way. The reception was in front of the home next to the cornfields. It was a breathtaking view.
Jill’s theme for the entire wedding was circles, bright orange, red and pink. Jill with the help of friends made circle garlands that hung from the trees and were used as table decor as well. Staying eco-friendly was very important to both Les and Jill. To reduce waste Jill found all the white tablecloths and white dishes from thrift stores and friends. The mason and glass jars were collected over time with a total around 75 littering the tables, trees and surroundings. They were filled with local peonies and candles.
The INCREDIBLE cupcakes were baked the day before from one of Jill’s dear friends.
As the sun was beginning to set, we went out into her grandfather’s cornfield for some of my favorite images of the day.
Think we’re happy??
First dance. On the porch. LOVE IT.
When the light faded… the soft candle light was ever so romantic.
So many people that Eric and I love came together to usher our Jill into her newly wedded life. Thank you to each and every one of you. And again, thank you so much Janet from oijoyphotography for helping to keep *some* of our sanity intact and for helping us capture such an amazing day. ( you can thank her for the wonderful detail shots).
Had a lovely time celebrating the beautiful Emily and Paul this past weekend. The wedding took place on a quaint inn on a river. Here is one frame with more to come in the next few days! Can’t hide happiness!
Jenna and Nick have been dear friends of ours for years. It is always a special privilege to get those you love in front of the lens and capture the love and warmth they are giving to the world. We are so delighted to be living near these two again and are looking forward to many new … Continue reading
To celebrate our 2,000 mile move , we are having a moving sale! And not just any moving sale but 20% off of all wedding packages for those within 120 miles of San Francisco! Spread the word! It is first come, first serve and need to book by May 15! Email jessie@simplyjessie.com for all the … Continue reading
Kristine and Nathan’s day was an amazing Spring day in the Midwest The trees were full of colorful blossoms, warm temperatures and the leaves were the brilliant green of new life. Thank you to Jaclyn Simpson for being my wingman!
Forgive the silence of the last few weeks. It is hard to describe in words what these days have been…. a journey is the best way to describe this process. So many things have happened , our feet have been in so many places, our eyes taking in gorgeous landscapes and the expanse of our beautiful country. … Continue reading
As this blog posts, Eric and I have loaded up our small car with our gear computers, two cats and 2 weeks of clothing. We have turned our car and hearts West. We are ready to document this new adventure armed with rolls of film, field cameras, medium format and digital cameras as well. As I … Continue reading
Love it all. I pictured a “back yard wedding” but love the woods!
Beautiful pictures that capture love. Hey, I want that picture of you and Eric instead of the other one (if that works!)
Love you.
FANTASTIC!!! My heart is totally moved.
These images are stunning, Jessie. I know that you all put a lot of work into everything that made this day what it was and it definitely came through your camera lens.
You have a great talent!
so sweet and pretty!