CDA Resort Wedding Reception: Pierre & Molly

I still remember the first time I met Pierre and Molly. Pierre was wearing a Gonzaga hat, and we had both just got done watching the Zags play in the tournament. I remember his infectious smile, energy, and excitement. That conversation was a lot of fun with them, from the laughs we shared, to the conversation we had, I was excited to be there on their wedding day - I was excited they chose me. In their case they had some pretty unique situations happen, not just 2020, but they had planned on having their ceremony up in Canada, so it meant I wasn’t going to be able to be there for that. What I did get to do was be there for their reception in Coeur d’Alene, where Molly was from, and capture them enjoying their wedding reception with all their friends and family. What an incredible day we had. From great weather, to incredible people, I absolutely loved meting their friends and family, and i’m so excited to be able to share some of the photos I captured on that day. I hope you guys love them, I know I enjoyed taking them.

Wedding Photographers: Jeff & Katie's Talus Rock Wedding

Jeff and Katie are two people i’ve really enjoyed getting to know. They are easy to talk to, fun to be around, and aren’t afraid to be themselves. From their engagement photos, to their wedding, to meeting their friends and family, they have shown themselves to be awesome people. I am so excited to share some of the photos from their wedding in Sandpoint Idaho, at Talus Rock, and the many moments and memories that came form it.

Coeur d'Alene Family Photos: The Johnson Family

Several years ago I had the chance to meet Dylan and Kate when I photographed their engagement shoot. They were a couple that just seemed to comfortable in front of the camera and with each other, and their photos were beautiful. Fast forward a bit and some of their plans changed and they had decided to get married out here, so I had the chance to photograph their beautiful wedding at the Historic Davenport Hotel. So a couple years later when I got an email from them asking me to capture their beautiful family of three I was so excited. These two have always been so great, so kind, and their little one was all smiles when he experienced his first snowfall. It was so great to see these two, and i’m so happy for them. I love seeing family’s grow.

Bridal Portraits: Nick & Lourdes

The first time they meaningfully met was when they worked together in the Deli at a Yokes grocery store. I hear it's the hardest job in the entire grocery store. Anyway, Nick and Lourdes didn't hit it off right away, they did become friends though and really enjoyed working together. Lourdes told me that the first thing she thought about nick was that he was "kind of nerdy" which after talking with Nick, is actually a true sentiment. Anyway, these two become friends, and after about six months into their friendship they found themselves working a lot more shifts together. Lourdes eventually would catch Nick's eye and he would start to make moves - not that Lourdes really noticed.

Downtown Spokane Wedding: Cole & Nicky

Cole and Nicky had an absolutely incredible wedding. Every aspect of it was beautiful, from the dress, to the portraits, to the cathedral (which was downtown Spokane at Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes), to the reception (taking place at the Manito Golf and Country Club). I had such a blast. Not just because so many things went right, but also because of the people. Cole and Nicky are such incredible genuine people, and that extends to their bridesmaids and groomsman as well, who were just easy to have fun with - they were quick to laugh and easy to talk to. Their guests were equally there, and so when it came time to dance boy did they DANCE. I’m unsure if i’ve ever seen a dance floor that full for that long (shout out to DJ Dolph for killing it). Hailey at Halo Events put together an incredible event, and i’m so happy I was able to be there to capture it.

Spokane Washington Family Photographer: The Kernodle Family

Sometimes you know people but you don’t know them. They know all the people you know, but you have never met. The Kernodle’s are kind of like that for me, knowing my wife, and many of her friends, yet I have never had the chance to meet this incredible family until I got to take their picture, and what wonderful people they are! Beautiful and kind, with great smiles. It is an honor for me to be able to share these family photos with you from our short session.

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Brent Looyenga is a Spokane wedding photographer based IN SPOKANE WASHINGTON and Coeur d’Alene Idaho area. He loves people and specializes in wedding, engagement, family and senior photography. You can like Looyenga Photography on Facebook or follow them on Instagram.