Karen Evans Pictures Blog

Every great once in a while, I’m presented with an opportunity to second shoot with a photographer friend. On September 6, I shot with my friend Kevin Keefer and we had a great time. Everything took place at the bride’s parents’ house, a sprawling ranch/farm on the outskirts of Westerville. It was a lovely setting and we had beautiful weather to go with it, not to mention fabulous food catered by City Barbecue, which I think I could eat almost every day! Here are a few shots from my wedding with Kevin:

Our groom, Adam.

After hanging out with the guys, I stepped inside just in time to catch Nikki getting into her dress.

Nikki, receiving flowers from Adam.

This is Nikki and Adam’s pooch. What a sweetie.

Supplies, just in case.

An overall of the ceremony, including the horse-drawn carriage Nikki rode in on.

What I like best about this image are all the shadows on the path back up the “aisle”.

On our tour of the property for some romantic portraits, I got to ride up in the seat with the driver. That seat has to be the bumpiest part of the carriage.

This is one of my favorite images from the day. During the speeches, Kevin focused on the speech-givers while I concentrated on Nikki and Adam’s reactions, including this great expression by Nikki when Adam’s beer exploded.

mmmmmm, City Barbecue!

Another of my favorite shots, this of the tippy top of the tent and the last remaining light of the day.

A shoot-out with Kevin. I don’t hold it against him that he shoots Canon.

I think this guy thought he was his own best dance partner.

Thanks, Kevin, for having me along! It was great fun! And best wishes to Nikki and Adam!!

What can I say about Megan and Elwood? Anyone who knows them, even not very well, can see how vibrant and fun they are, and how much they absolutely adore each other. Shooting their wedding a week back just captured all that and more. We started with the girls having hair and make-up done at Megan and Elwood’s house in Victorian Village – which, it turns out, I lived right around the corner from when I lived down there – then on to First Community Church in Marble Cliff. The reception was held at COSI with a great view of the downtown skyline. What a fun place for a wedding reception!

Isn’t she beautiful?

I love this shot. And, if you recognize the stylist, it’s probably because you saw her on the just-ended season of Shear Genius. This is “Gail from Columbus”, as she was known on the show. She didn’t make it to the end, but she did a fabulous job on everyone’s hair for the wedding!

In the make-up chair.

Have to have faux lashes!

To entertain everyone, Megan brought out a gigantic box of photographs, which was a huge hit.

At the church, a couple quickie portraits in the sun-flooded bathroom.

A nice moment from the ceremony.

At COSI, on our way out to the veranda, I noticed this gorgeous bright orange wall. It was very vibrant, and a great match for our fun wedding party!

At last, a few minutes alone for some romantic portraits.

An overall of the canopies on the terrace at COSI.

Megan and Elwood had an eclectic menu, including Thai and Indian dishes. mmmm yum!!

And who doesn’t like cake under glass? This was their cake, in the midst of the amazing dessert table.

As a surprise to Elwood, Megan had the OSU Alumni Band come and play some tunes. I love this silhouette shot of the trumpet against the last light of the evening sky. Elwood was very surprised at this fun gift.

I love this. Isn’t this sweet?!

Megan and Dad’s dance.

At the rehearsal the night before, all the guys showed up in loud Hawaiian shirts. The next day, the DJ followed suit.

The guests had a blast out on the terrace.

That tie used to be around this guy’s neck!

Congratulations, Megan and Elwood!!