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Photography has been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember. My family would often forget to develop our film after vacations, but months later we were always excited and surprised to see what came back when we finally got our pictures developed. With the advent of digital cameras, the images come much quicker, but the excitement is still there.

I'm often awed by the power of story-telling images in various genres of photography. To me, the most powerful images make you feel what it's like to "be there." I strive to capture this in my wedding images. I feel so honored to document people's memories, knowing that pictures are such an important part of familial history and storytelling. It is a hefty responsibility, and one I do not take lightly. In fact, I know this is what I am meant to do.

When I'm not shooting weddings, portraits or corporate events, you can usually still find me with a camera in my hand - taking pictures of my beautiful family - my wife Carolyn, our son Ryan, and three dogs Jingles, Cooley and Cooper. I'm a photographer and I can't imagine doing anything else.

Aug 03 2010

Carolyn & John :: A National Geographic Society Reception

Carolyn and John are a special couple, as evidenced by the fact that most of their guests traveled from distant locales to be there on their wedding day. Carolyn and John even provided a color-coded spreadsheet indicating how each guest knew the couple and where they came from. National Geographic seemed like the perfect place to host such an international affair. I was thrilled to finally have the chance to shoot there. It’s hard not to be inspired amidst the DaVinci exhibit and the stunning photos throughout the building.

Before we got to the reception, we spent some time in the city with the bridal party. Carolyn and John wanted to hop on the Metro for some pics, which was a ton of fun and provided so many creative opportunities! I love couples that think outside the box! Thanks Carolyn and John!

Wedding Coordinator: Kawania Wooten, Howerton & Wooten Events
Bridal Shop: Maria’s Bridal Designs
Bridal Party Jewelry: Adya Designs
Dress Designer: Moonlight
Shoes: Fergie
Hair & Makeup: Nyoka Green
Suit/Tux: Hugo Boss
Florist: Da Vinci’s Florist
Caterer: National Geographic
Transportation: K&V Limousine and Chariots for Hire
Reception Music: DJ Jatin Anand
Reception Lighting: National Geographic
Wedding Invitations: Aerialist Press

DC Wedding Photographer :: Stephen Bobb :: Love Life Images

Carolyn’s grandparents were unable to attend the wedding, but Carolyn and John took advantage of a quiet moment to call them. DC Wedding Photographer :: Stephen Bobb :: Love Life Images I thought this world map was fitting…DJ Jatin kept the party going all night…

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Posted in Weddings Tags: Aerialist Press, Chariots for Hire, Da Vinci's Florist, dc, DJ Jatin, Howerton & Wooten Events, K&V Limousine, Kawania Wooten, Maria's Bridal Designs, National Geographic, National Geographic Society, Nyoka Green, Washington

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John Garrity - Stephen these are incredible!! Very very happy with how they have turned out and I can’t wait to see full set! Thank you so much for capturing these moments (especially the ones of our guests so we can see the day from others’ perspectives).August 3, 2010 – 3:23 pm

Nyoka Green - I must say that Carolyn was my most eclectic bride and I loved that about her because I too am the same way with makeup! The photos are gorgeous and the locations were absolutely spot-on. Great job. Congrats to the happy couple. May your marriage be Blessed. Thanks again Kay for the recommendation.

Nyoka
hair & makeup artistAugust 3, 2010 – 3:39 pm

TJ Gable - These pictures are wonderful. Incredible perspectives to remember a special day.

Certainly a very creative and colorful sort of love for John and Caro!

TJ, Sanna & CodyAugust 3, 2010 – 4:14 pm

sylvia - love everything about the photos, love everything about the wedding day, love everything about caro & john! August 3, 2010 – 4:18 pm

Tamara - Okay, wedding pix are usually same old same old… But these are really fresh. The ANGLES! And the one where the light from the escalator is illuminating her dress? Brilliant.August 3, 2010 – 4:34 pm

Carolyn Florey - Stephen, these are absolutely gorgeous. I don’t even know how to thank you for capturing such fantastic memories on one of the most special days of our lives. We will certainly cherish them always.August 3, 2010 – 4:34 pm

Valerie - These pictures are absoulutely the bomb.com!!! You did an amazing job capturing the happiness of such a beautiful event! WOW!August 3, 2010 – 4:56 pm

Prathap - Wonderful photos… Love the unique perspectives on each of the photos. Everytime we look at these we can now relive the fantastic time we had the fantastic wedding.August 3, 2010 – 5:30 pm

Kim - Absolutely beautiful! Again, congratulations Caro and John!August 3, 2010 – 5:39 pm

PJ - Wonderful….August 3, 2010 – 6:11 pm

UT - These pictures are beautiful! Seeing them again is reliving the beautiful day!August 3, 2010 – 6:57 pm

Sista K - Stunning photos have captured a beautiful event! Thank you for publicly sharing these for those of us who were not able to attend. Congratulations to the lovely couple!August 3, 2010 – 7:06 pm

Pooja - OMG! These pictures are AMAZING. Photog is great!

I love the ones of you guys on the train/escalator/in the station.

You guys look gorgeous. And I especially like now noticeable the pep in your step is post wedding. AH! Love it.August 3, 2010 – 8:19 pm

Matt F. - These pictures are great, Stephen! You had some great shots. With how much fun this wedding was, it’s no wonder the pictures are so great!August 3, 2010 – 9:25 pm

Vid - Great pictures and wonderful moments captured!August 3, 2010 – 9:25 pm

Crisalia - Amazing Pictures!August 3, 2010 – 10:23 pm

Sid - Great pictures! Caro and John are absolutely wonderful together, and you managed to get that in your pictures.August 3, 2010 – 10:42 pm

Purnima - These pictures are absolutely amazing. Can’t wait to see the rest of the pics. You guys looks so good together. Congrats once again!August 3, 2010 – 11:23 pm

Vilma - Thanks, Stephen for a job well done. I enjoyed the way you made use of the angles and lighting. It was indeed a beautiful celebration, and thanks to everybody who made it possible!August 4, 2010 – 12:47 am

Ben - Beautiful and dramatically shot–kudos to the photographer and his subjects!August 4, 2010 – 7:42 am

Silpa - Congratulations Carolyn! You both look wonderful… August 4, 2010 – 8:37 am

Brandi - What awesome pictures! You two make a beautiful couple and it was such a wonderful day!August 4, 2010 – 9:23 am

Chrystal - Caro and John, these are amazing!!!! You both look so incredibly happy and beautiful, I am so happy for you and wish we could have been there to share in the fun and love!August 4, 2010 – 9:32 am

Shiyana - Amazing photos – what perfect venue choices and of course beautiful subjects! August 4, 2010 – 9:49 am

Neeraj P. Gorkhaly - GREAT PICTURES!!! Great peeps, great venue…all seems perfect!August 4, 2010 – 10:01 am

John Garrity - I must say that not only did the photographer do an awesome job …….more important he was able to capture the love and affection that John and Carolyn has for one another.

Just remember a wedding ring has no beginning and has no end…..many blessings to you both.August 4, 2010 – 10:15 am

Andrea - I love these photos! Congrats to you both! The one showing you calling your grandparents actually made me tear up…Thanks for sharing them.August 4, 2010 – 10:25 am

Luby - Awesome pics!August 4, 2010 – 10:42 am

Sarah - Amazing photos. I love the subway ones very much- so creative!August 4, 2010 – 11:22 am

Kate A. - Your wedding was amazing and the photos reflect that. I especially like the metro ones. ^^August 4, 2010 – 11:39 am

Duncan - I hope Paul didn’t strain anything in that photo!August 4, 2010 – 6:24 pm

Anna Deguia - Wow! Beautiful photos!August 4, 2010 – 7:25 pm

david bonnardeaux - I wasn’t even there but feel like I lived the moment alongside them (well, not ALL night… not enough space in the nuptial bed…)! CONGRATULATIONS GUYS!August 5, 2010 – 3:39 am

Kawania@Howerton+Wooten Events - While I love the lighting, the DC backgrounds and those blue shoes, I am MOST IN LOVE with the moments captured in these pictures.

Carolyn and John have an amazing spirit, and Love Life Images did a fabulous job capturing it.

Love and Soul Always, KayAugust 5, 2010 – 10:46 am

Emily - Fantastic shoes!! (The Metro photos are perfect!)August 5, 2010 – 12:51 pm

eloise - wow, such great photos! love, love, love them!August 6, 2010 – 2:57 am

Janet Florey - We love the sneak peek – cannot wait to see more. What a joyous occasion for Carolyn and John and for our families. The pictures tell the happy story.

Jan and GregAugust 6, 2010 – 11:46 am

Trish Siegel - I loved the photo’s! They brought back all of the wonderful memories I remember from the wedding…a beautiful day of friends, family and love! I can’t wait to see the entire set.
Wonderful Job!
Trish SiegelAugust 6, 2010 – 3:09 pm

Abe Garrity - Stephen these are incredibly fanstic photos, they really captured the moments. The detail, lighting, the expressions, thanks for capturing it all. Looking forward to seeing all the rest. Great job.August 6, 2010 – 4:10 pm

Geneva - Beautiful Couple / Beautiful Pictures / Creative PhotographyAugust 6, 2010 – 8:46 pm

Nora - What wonderful pictures!!! Memories of a wonderful occasion!!!August 6, 2010 – 10:10 pm

Anne - These are amazing photos – wish we could have been there!August 9, 2010 – 11:25 am

Miayuchul - Great pictures! Love the journalistic approach, like a National Geographic!August 9, 2010 – 12:49 pm

Rick Esai - I liked it there.August 9, 2010 – 10:15 pm

Pradeep Sundar - Wonderful pictures !! The emotions have been captured so beautifully in every shot…August 10, 2010 – 1:38 pm

Karen Bryson - Congratulations guys! Such beautiful photos!! You both look stunning! When’s the kids coming?;) xxAugust 10, 2010 – 3:24 pm

ARUN - Absolutely Stunning Photographs. Congratulations to John and Carolyn!August 11, 2010 – 4:17 pm

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