Josselyn Peterson | Photographer

Adventures…

admin — Sun, 02 Jun 2013 19:21:56 +0000

Jason and I are off on a new adventure for the next few weeks… to come along on our journey and see what we are up to follow me on Instagram.

Please email me if you have any questions and hopefully I will get back to you soon!

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Brooks and Krystal | Engagement Session | Redlands, California

admin — Fri, 31 May 2013 23:00:23 +0000

Brooks is one of the most kind-hearted, genuine people I have met. He is constantly spewing positive energy and it inspires me to work a little harder and strive for the things I want in life. I think a lot of people would say the same… and just the fact that he has chosen to spend the rest of his life with Krystal makes me see what a wonderful person she is, not to mention she is beautiful We spent the afternoon exploring areas of downtown Redlands and then making our way up to Oakmont Park to capture the beautiful tall green grass and mountain views before sunset. These two are adorable and I am honored to get to be a part of their wedding day. I have no doubt that it will be spectacular!

Josselyn Peterson is a portrait and wedding photographer serving the Pacific Northwest and around the world.

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Aaron + Dre | engaged | Joshua Tree, California

admin — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:47:36 +0000

These two love birds are tying the knot next month and while I am so happy for them I am incredibly sad to not be able to be there to support them on their special day. However, we were able to take a little drive out to Joshua Tree National Park and have some fun. I love these photos and I love the people in them more. You guys make an amazing couple and I expect big things for and from you in the future!

Josselyn Peterson is a portrait and wedding photographer serving the Pacific Northwest and Worldwide.

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Michael + Arielle | married | Erie, Colorado

admin — Wed, 15 May 2013 23:51:12 +0000

Michael and Arielle’s wedding had some of the most spectacular views I have seen at a wedding. On a beautiful open golf course in Erie, Colorado these two tied the knot as summer thunderstorms hit the Rockie Mountains in the distance making for a crazy, amazing sunset. I remember when I first stepped out of my car at the Colorado National Golf Club I was caught off guard by how windy it was and then seeing that the wedding ceremony was set up out in the middle of one of the fairways I was a little nervous, but it was as if the weather knew it was a special day for Michael and Arielle and it calmed down just before the ceremony. I have to be honest and say I have never seen a groom get driven down the aisle on the back of a golf cart driven by his parents, but Michael pulled it off. After their beautiful and touching ceremony everyone headed up to the club house for the reception where they had seating both indoors and outdoors. People sat and socialized with friends and family as the sun set behind the thunderheads and gorgeous Flat Irons. Add in some great dancing and it makes for one memorable night that I was so fortunate to be a part of. Wishing you two the best and missing Colorado everyday.

Josselyn Peterson is a portrait and wedding photographer based in Bend, Oregon.

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Heather + BJ + a little more | maternity | Bend, Oregon

admin — Fri, 10 May 2013 23:02:33 +0000

What could be better than photographing a happy couple in the snow? Add in an adorable baby bump, some awesomely tiny TOMS, a cute little onesie, and you get Heather and BJ’s sweet maternity session. It was especially fun because I am related to these two and that little bump is now my first nephew.
I cannot wait for the opportunity to photograph this little guy now that he is out in the world and I am so proud of BJ and Heather for being such incredible parents already. This kid is going to have more love surrounding him that he will know what to do with

Josselyn Peterson is a portrait and wedding photographer based in Bend, Oregon.

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Jonny + Meilani | married | Vancouver, Washington

admin — Wed, 08 May 2013 00:10:58 +0000

I love what I do and I hope that is obvious to both my clients and everyone who looks at my photos. I love that every wedding is unique in how each couple interprets how they want to celebrate the joining of their lives. BUT… if someone were to ask me what my ideal wedding would look like… it would be pretty darn close to Jonny and Meilani’s wedding last Summer.
Let’s start from the beginning… I met Jonny in college. He played basketball and was/is quite good at it. Soon after I met is adorable girlfriend, Meilani. They are one of those rare couples that starts dating in high school and actually survives the transition into college, and beyond. Jonny and Meilani are an amazing couple, laid back, fun, happy people who are also very family oriented. Jonny has like 18 siblings, ok… that is an exaggeration, but as you will see from their giant wedding party, which was mostly family, they are family people. They also both talented photographers.
So, let’s recap… a fun, laid back, family oriented couple who is also into photography… this makes for ideal clients. Then let’s add in the location of their wedding. Jonny and Meilani were married at a family friend’s amazing home outside of Vancouver, Washington. The house was at the end of a long driveway lined on one side by a white picket fence and the other side was a big grassy field. I then went around the house and saw where the ceremony was going to be held… a gently sloping grassy hill with GIANT evergreen trees as its back drop, which were also on the west side of the yard creating incredible shade throughout the day (perfect lighting). Then the reception area… it was in another part of the perfectly manicured lawn and had lights strung across, simple tables with perfect floral arrangements for an outdoor summer wedding, and jars full of honey sticks as favors. Perfection. Add in lots of happy family and friends and there you have it, my ideal wedding to photograph. Oh, but it gets better… one of their family friends brought his gorgeous classic car as their getaway car and let us drive it up into the grassy field and take photos with it as the sun was going down. Beyond perfection.
Jonny and Meilani, I want to sincerely thank you for allowing me to capture your wedding day. You two are meant for each other and created the perfect day to celebrate your love.

Josselyn Peterson is a portrait and wedding photographer based in Bend, Oregon.

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Colby + Lauryn | married | Riverside, California

admin — Fri, 03 May 2013 22:30:35 +0000

Lauryn has been a best friend to me since we were both sick and missed a class trip in 4th grade. The next day while everyone else in the class was drawing a picture of their favorite thing from the trip to the aquarium we were put together to draw our bedrooms. It was that day that Lauryn and I learned that we both had trundle beds… somehow that sparked this amazing friendship that I am so incredibly blessed to be a part of for over fifteen years.
So, you can imagine my excitement and joy when Lauryn and Colby asked me to not only be in the wedding, but also to photograph it. With the help of the wonderful Jennifer Young we were able to tag team the wedding day and capture the beautiful details and moments of their big red barn wedding
On this day, Lauryn’s birthday, I am so happy to share their wedding photos and relive such a crazy and fun day. Lauryn has only been begging me to do her ‘bloggy’ since about a week after their wedding, which was last July… I am a little slow, but better late than never, right? Lauryn, I love you and I cannot wait for the next fifteen years (and beyond) of our friendship. Colby is incredibly lucky to have you, as you are lucky to have him and it makes my heart warm to see you both so happy. I hope you enjoy this bloggy and wish Lauryn a very happy birthday with your comments!
Oh, and as a special treat… since I was in the wedding… I shared some photos of myself in this post, including one with my ‘family’ Love you all.

Josselyn Peterson is a portrait and wedding photographer based in Bend, Oregon.

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Jon + Melanie | engaged | Santa Monica, California

admin — Wed, 01 May 2013 15:57:31 +0000

I met Jon and Melanie for their engagement session at the Santa Monica Pier, which is awesome and colorful, and full of fun things to do. We made our way around the pier, stopping for cotton candy, a couple games, some pictures at one of the photo booths and then made it down to the sand for some beautiful sunset shots. I cannot wait for their wedding this Fall!

Josselyn Peterson is a portrait and wedding photographer based in Bend, Oregon.

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One Year Later…

admin — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 02:06:02 +0000

One year ago today I woke up and rushed to get to my hair and makeup appointments… everyone kept telling me how calm I seemed. Honestly, I was calm, I had no doubt that what I was going to do in a just a few hours was going to be the best decision of my life. I can now tell you, one year later, that I was totally right.
One year ago my dad walked my down the dirt path towards the large oak tree where my closest friends and family stood waiting. As soon as I saw Jason I knew I was not going to be able to hold it in… his eyes were already watering. I held together alright until I had to say my vows (which we had finished written that morning through texting). I remember I was trying to say that he was my best friend… and right in the middle of it I just choked up and couldn’t get it out. There was a silent pause that felt like forever as I tried to suppress the tears and complete my vows. After I looked around and just seeing everyone watching us and smiling as we all stood close together under the shade of the tree was the best feeling in the world.
A lot of the day was a blur, and several things didn’t go as planned. The weather was a blistering 95 degrees, which caused us to move our ceremony site to underneath the oak tree hours before getting married, but I wouldn’t change a thing. It was the best day of my life and when I look back on it the weather didn’t matter and getting married under an oak tree instead of out in a field was awesome.
My two cents of advise to all the engaged couples out there is that on your wedding day do not focus on the little things, don’t sweat the details, but try to just soak it all up and enjoy the chaos for what it is… because before you know it the day will be over, and soon enough you will be reflecting on your wedding day as I am now. It is the person you marry that makes the difference, not the day, venue, flowers, or any other detail that matters.
I love you, Jason… and cannot wait to see where our will life leads us.

Photos by the amazing James Christianson. Thank you for capturing such incredible moments for us to look back on for the rest of our lives.

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Harry + Montra | married | Green River Golf Club

admin — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 00:46:17 +0000

Harry and Montra have the spark, that thing, that unspoken chemistry. They are not afraid to laugh at themselves, or each other and that is so awesome. Their wedding was at the Green River Golf Club in Corona, California on a beautiful Spring day. Montra’s dress, shoes, hair, and constant smile were perfection and Harry’s laid back attitude made for an awesome afternoon. Oh, and I have to mention Montra’s incredible dancing… you would never know it if you just met her once, with her sweet little voice, but that girl can dance up a storm… which was obvious as soon as Harry and her did their grand entrance into the reception and was then confirmed as her and Harry started out their first dance with a nice slow dance, then broke it down into an amazing and hilarious choreographed dance including Psy’s hit moves. Fantastic.

I have to send a huge thank you to Jennifer Young for second shooting for me and also send a shout out to her brother Michael Young, who did the wedding videography, which you can see at the end of the post. I hope you all enjoy this, cause I know we did

Check out Michael Young’s short clip of Harry and Montra’s wedding below and to see the full version click here!

Josselyn Peterson is a portrait and wedding photographer based in Bend, Oregon.

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