Julia and I found a lot of joy and pleasure visiting the wonderful city of El Dorado, Arkansas to photograph the beautiful (but way to hot to early) wedding of Ryan and Megan ;) I think Ryan can agree with me on that one.
The one thing that impressed us the most beside the beautiful surrounding of the ceremony was how Megan and Ryan treated every guest. Julia and I watched Ryan and Megan make every guest feel important not only during the reception but also during the rehearsal dinner. To us that says a lot about them as people, because they understand the importance of the people that have been a part of their lives. Not to mention the two wonderful families that came together to form a marriage union on a hot day in May in El Dorado. The Pillsbury and Hollis families are two special families and its a credit to them that they raised such great kids that contribute to society in a postive way.
Check out Ryan and Megan's Inspired Showcase leave a loving comment if you know the bride or groom. I know they would appreciate it.
Jeff & Julia ~ it was a true pleasure to work with you on Jill & Mark's April wedding in Chicago!!! I know they were so happy and you can totally tell in the photos. Thank you!
(05.12.10 @ 05:33 PM)I am not sure I have seen a more beautiful spring afternoon than the one that Julia and I experienced on April 10,2010. Which happened to be the same day this beautiful couple said I do. Ches & Cindy must have been praying hard this day and it could not have been more beautiful. With the Dogwood trees in bloom it made for a perfect backdrop to a beautiful moment in time when Cindy and Ches came together in marriage. It was obvious to Julia and I that this wedding was more than about them it was about the friendship that they have developed over time. As stated my the best man it was an honor to be a part of a special spring time afternoon in Washington,IL. Congrats Ches and Cindy we wish you nothing but the best.
Jeff and Julia You did an outstanding job for our wedding day. Thank you so much! I can't wait to see the rest of our pictures. You were so professional, kind, and patience to all of us. You helped make our wedding day very special.
(05.04.10 @ 11:07 PM)
JJ, oH My GOD! These images are awesome i love the way you guys capture the moment and use your vintage techniques.... can I buy the frame? please i LOVE THIS..
(02.02.10 @ 11:22 AM)I love these... what a great house to shoot in and how the finishing carries the feeling of the antiques.
(02.16.10 @ 04:02 PM)Oooh super cool! Love the vibe and feel! See you guys soon at WPPI! -JG
(02.17.10 @ 12:18 PM)I love your frame!! I have been using a cabinet card look also, but I love your name embelished!
(02.20.10 @ 10:18 AM)wow!!!! that first one is amazing! your processing is outstanding! what a breath of fresh air!!!
(04.16.10 @ 11:41 PM)Great "seeing" something new in something old :) Wonderful light and capture. They're blessed to have your eyes and talent on the job!!!
(05.15.10 @ 12:47 AM)Over the past year, Julia and I have had something special in development. We have created something exclusive to offer our brides. You might of have seen it on our website or read about it in an interview done about Julia & I, by Modern Bride Magazine last year. While there is so much technology available today, Julia & I have tried to be selective in the options that we feel are the best for our clients. Also we wanted to keep our love of weddings chic and timeless. We have teamed up with one of the leading wedding cinematographer in the country that uses Super 8 film (Andy Jackson) and we have called this new venture
All I have to say is that I had chills and tears watching that. AMAZING!
(09.17.09 @ 04:56 PM)Simply incredible, you two. Simply incredible. I just picked up an 8mm camcorder this weekend. Excited to test it out!
(09.17.09 @ 05:21 PM)Jeff & Julia - I have cried every time I have watched this and don't even know this couple! You two + Andy Jackson are creative inspirations that really know how to make something distinctive, stylish, and truly a work of art.
(09.18.09 @ 10:35 AM)breathtaking. so true to j&j form! this makes me want to renew my vows and of course ..hire you!
(09.18.09 @ 10:03 PM)Words can't express the feelling you can't help but feel when you see true love in so many ways. The Video is out of this world and Jeff and Julia you are amazing. You have so much talent and passion for this. You guys have such a gift. Chills, tears, smiles, its just magical. So much love for your work. Thank you for so much for all the inspiration you bring. Jessie Rose
(09.19.09 @ 10:47 AM)You guys are INSANE!!!
(09.19.09 @ 11:07 PM)Holy buckets...that is what your newleyweds and their family and friends are going to need when they view this. This is truly somethihng you need to stand proud of! Amazing, heartfelt, timeless and priceless.
(09.25.09 @ 03:07 PM)Beautiful! A keepsake for the whole family to enjoy!
(09.27.09 @ 10:03 AM)isn't this gorgeous!!! does anyone know the name of the song on the video?
sorry, i meant the song toward the end after they are married. It sounds like orchestra mixed with a rock feel. thank you so much!!
(09.27.09 @ 08:08 PM)the song with the blend of orchestra and rock at the end?
(09.27.09 @ 08:09 PM)I love the whole video, and the photos look great. Everything is so romantic. .Bride looks stunning with her gorgeous hair and lovely wedding gown. Her make-up is pretty natural too. I agree...watching the video makes me wish I was in love and getting married. I'm happy for you guys...Congratulations.
(10.16.09 @ 10:20 PM)Please help me find the name of the music used in this video. i would love to use it for the processional. thank you so much!!
(10.17.09 @ 09:24 PM)This is absolutely stunning!!! So romantic!! Great job!!
(12.30.09 @ 07:02 PM)That was so beautiful. The image & feel of love. I need a kleenex now.
(01.30.10 @ 11:00 AM)What an amazing work of art to be able to give your couples from their wedding day! I'm sure they'll treasure this for life. And what a wonderful thing to be able to pass down through the generations. What I would give to see my parents' wedding day like this!
(02.01.10 @ 09:27 AM)Breathtaking!! Absolutely gorgeous imagery and the music sends chills right through me! Can anyone tell me what/who that is?? Great job, guys!
(02.09.10 @ 10:48 AM)this reminded me of a lyric from a frou frou song - "music is worthless, unless it can make a complete stranger break down and cry". what you guys are doing is really incredible. to pull on the hearstrings of the masses using people they know nothing about and making them feel... THAT in itself is so powerful. great job, a thousand times over. thanks for giving me an inspirational kick in the pants.
(02.24.10 @ 02:58 PM)Thank you all for your kind words. We are really excited about this new venture. Audra I feel the same way;)
Be looking out for more this year. We have had several wonderful brides already add this option on to their wedding coverage.
(02.24.10 @ 04:09 PM)Hi, I just had to come and see your site, I saw you on SMP and I welled up when I saw this wedding. I loved it and your work, wish i knew you 2 years ago, I would have HIRED you on the spot! This is so romantic and breathtaking...
(04.01.10 @ 12:31 PM)Absolutely amazing! You truly capture the emotion of the day...
(04.23.10 @ 06:33 PM)Hello! I'm Yoichi from Japan.
I got your DM from Twitter. I can give some information from Tokyo.
Well, I'll go to LA & SF in July, I don't know where you live right now
but I'd like to say hello to you if you are there.
Thank you!
Beautiful bride- love the layout of your site!
(05.21.10 @ 04:29 PM)As the mother of the bride, I can't say thank you enough for the kind words and your wonderful work....We can't wait to see all the photos...Having you as a part of this wedding was such a treat..and THESE photos are amazing! and yes, it was warm....just wait til August! Hey, it's the South!
(05.21.10 @ 05:12 PM)Ohmygosh! These are amazing. Megan looks absolutely stunning, and Ryan looks so happy and handsome. Jeffrey and Julia, your photographs are as moving and emotional as my sister's and new brother-in-law's wedding day truly was. Thank you.
(05.21.10 @ 05:32 PM)These are amazing! What a beautiful job at showing the fun in both their personalities and a progression to true adulthood and marriage. I loved the photos capturing the weather elements that day, especially as the weather loomed just before the ceremony. The photos made it feel almost as if those clouds were placed there just for you, on this amazing day. Fantastic!
(05.21.10 @ 11:50 PM)Fabulous pictures and beautiful couple - hope they are always as happy as they were that day! So sorry I had to miss the wedding but loved this presentation!
(05.22.10 @ 08:11 AM)As the florist of this wonderful wedding, I have never been so impressed with these great artists' of potography...These pictures are truly awe-inspiring.
(05.22.10 @ 11:12 AM)beautiful, beautiful, beautiful---the bride, the groom, the photography !!
(05.23.10 @ 09:12 PM)Fantastic pictures! They bring back a lot of good memories of a very enjoyable and fun weekend.
(05.24.10 @ 03:07 PM)Hi Guys! Just having a look at your blog! love all your wedding images you will have to give me a master class some time ;) hope you are keeping well.
(05.25.10 @ 04:00 PM)How can we ever thank you? It is impossible to express how deeply we are moved by every single picture we have seen. Still, for the zillionth time, we can see these amazing photos and relive every minute of our wedding day. We know that 50 years from now, we will still be able to do that. You will take us back to every smile, every touch, every breath, and every look, til death do us part. :-) Thank you.
We had so much fun with you!! Wanna do it again? Hahaha!
With love,
Megan and Ryan Hollis
And P.S. you want hot?........ come in JULY!!!!! :-)
(05.29.10 @ 09:23 PM)Megan and Ryan, we felt like we were there!! It was so beautiful and we are so sorry to miss it. Thansk so much and all the best to you and Ryan. I saw your new puppy and what a cute face. Love you!
(05.30.10 @ 07:59 PM)Lovely work!! Congrats!
(05.31.10 @ 10:12 PM)