Purple Winter Wedding | Amanda Howse Photography 

Weddings

July 15, 2022

Purple Winter Wedding

Shelly and Rick’s purple winter wedding was a dream for me to shoot. Not just because of the color (hello gorgeous purple!) but because they also happened to be my neighbors! It’s always fun photographing a couple’s special day, but it’s even more fun when that couple is your neighbor! Everything about this winter day was gorgeous and I couldn’t have been happier to share in the memories. 

Regal Winter Wedding in Royal Purple | Wedding Rings and Flowers | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Artistic Wedding Portrait Ideas For Kissing Couple | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Intimate Outdoor Wedding Ceremony | Backyard Wedding Portraits | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography

Intimate Backyard Wedding

Shelly and Rick got married this February (02-02-2022 to be exact!) at their new home in Puyallup. They had their close family in attendance for an intimate backyard wedding. The vows were held under a beautifully ornamented gazebo, full of draping white cloth, flowers, and lights. So dreamy! It all felt warm and inviting, perfect to warm up the chilly day!

Bridal Entrance Portraits | Wedding Décor Ideas For Backyard Ceremony | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Bride and Groom Winter Wedding Portraits | Outdoor Wedding Ceremony | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Intimate Outdoor Wedding Ceremony Under Gazebo | Winter Wedding Vows | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Intimate Family Wedding Photos with Grandma | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
How to Decorate Your Gazebo For a Wedding | Outdoor Wedding Decoration Ideas | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography

The Beauty is in the Details 

Everything was decorated with the most gorgeous royal purple! Even down to the pre-wedding drinks! They made sure every detail was accounted for. From Shelly’s rhinestone-crested converse (how fun!) to the diamond-wrapped bouquet, and of course Shelly’s long strands of pearls that adorned her long purple dress, the wedding was full of intricate details. And plenty of gems! 

Bedazzled Rhinestone Wedding Converse with Purple Laces | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Jewel Encrusted Converse and Cala Lilies | Alternative Bridal Wedding Shoes | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Royal Purple Wedding Cake | Wedding Ceremony Detail Shots | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Boutonnieres and Grooms Blazer | Purple Wedding Accents for Groomsmen | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Winter Wedding Gift Bags | Purple Themed Wedding Ideas | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Royal Purple Wedding Details | Crown Royal | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography

Purple Perfection!

Even with all the other AH-mazing details, my favorite from the day had to be Shelly’s hair. Her stylists added a crown of white berries to her long dark hair that branched behind and down her intricate braid. She even had a few strands of hair dyed purple to match! Absolutely beautiful. After 20 years of weddings, I think I finally found a bride who loves purple as much as I do! And she lived right down the street! 

Beautiful Bride Getting Ready with Long Pearl Necklaces | Bridal Beauty | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Side-by-Side Bride and Groom Getting Ready Portraits | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Regal Winter Bride in White Cape and Pearl Necklaces | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Pre-Wedding Solo Grooms Portraits | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Bride and Groom Detail Shots Before the First Look | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography

AHP Wedding Season

Weddings hold a special place in my heart, partly because I have been shooting them for so long! I began photographing weddings in 2004 after I graduated from the Brooks Institute of Photography. Since then, I have taken my love for photography and weddings and moved them from Santa Barbra to Washington State, and here we are! I Each time I get to help a couple comemeorate their love, I can’t help but smile (and sometimes shed a few tears!). I just love love! 

Fun First Look Wedding Photo Ideas | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
The First Look | Intimate Outdoor Wedding Portraits Before the Ceremony | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Black and White Portraits on Wedding Day | Regal PNW Couple | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Outdoor Bride and Groom Couple Shots Before Ceremony | Winter Wedding Ideas | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Wedding Rings with Bouquet Close-Up | Cala Lilies | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Unique Heartbeat Wedding Bands | Mood Lit Winter Wedding Details Shot | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Love Wedding Decorations Accent Piece | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Winter Wedding Plating Décor | Mr. & Mrs.  | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Intimate Wedding Centerpiece Decoration Ideas | Winter Wedding | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography
Bride and Groom Shoes | Pearls and Purple | Photographed by the Best Tacoma Wedding Photographer Amanda Howse Photography

Let’s Connect!

If you are on the search for a wedding photographer, I’m so glad you’re here! I can’t wait to take some of the stress out of your day and give you the personalized experience that you deserve! To get more information about my wedding packages, you can contact me on my website, or send me an email ([email protected]). I am also available by call or text at 530-412-0730. I can’t wait to capture your special day! 

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