Larkin Place, LLC

07/13/2025

I know a lot of wedding couples opt to have adults only, but check out these kid tables!

07/13/2025

We had the pleasure of having Masonry Cafe of Yelm cater today’s event and they had the most beautiful display of delicious eats! https://www.masonrycafecatering.com/

07/10/2025

Walking with one of my brides past the gardens and she spotted these tiny frogs when admiring the tiger lillies!

07/06/2025

I love Essence of Us Photography. Here they give a lot of great insights on how to go about your big day photography shoots.

"But isn't it bad luck to see each other before the ceremony?" 🤔

I totally get it! Tradition runs deep, and there's something undeniably romantic about that aisle moment being the very first time you see each other on your wedding day.
But let me share why first looks have become one of my absolute favorite moments to photograph, and why 70% of my couples are now choosing this intimate option:

💕 It's YOUR moment - Those raw, unfiltered reactions? They belong to just the two of you. No audience pressure, no wondering if you look okay crying - just pure, authentic emotion between you and your person.

⏰ Timeline magic - We can capture those dreamy golden hour portraits together AFTER your first look, instead of frantically rushing through photos while your cocktail hour is happening without you.

😌 Nerves? What nerves? - I can't tell you how many grooms have told me seeing their bride before the ceremony actually calmed their wedding day jitters. There's something powerful about reconnecting with your best friend before the big show.

📸 More time for what matters - Family photos and wedding party shots done before the ceremony = more time dancing and celebrating with your guests after!

🌅 Chef's kiss lighting - Earlier in the day usually means that gorgeous, soft natural light that makes everyone look like they're glowing (because you are! ✨)

That said - and this is important - if walking down that aisle and seeing your partner's face for the first time that day makes your heart sing, then THAT'S what we're doing! Your wedding day should feel authentically YOU, and I'm here to make any choice absolutely magical.
What's calling to your heart? That traditional aisle reveal or a quiet first look moment? Both are beautiful - I just want to make sure you know all your options! 💭

This moment was captured immediately following the first look. I LOVE this shot because it shows the intimate moment enjoyed by this sweet couple as they prepare to say 'I do!'

07/02/2025

Seeing double!

07/01/2025

The sounds of birds and sprinklers are so calming while looking closely at nature’s beauty.

07/01/2025

Working on these now for my weddings. They can be hung in the reception tents or at the ceremony areas.

06/29/2025

This wedding added a punch of burgundy to the altar with two stunning potted plant arrangements.

06/29/2025

Yesterday, we had a wedding that had exquisite cloth napkins and rings. Instead of doing a traditional roll, we did bows and roses for accents!

06/22/2025

Shout out to all people who are looking for a great mobile pizza gig: Fat Zach’s Wood Fire Pizza did an amazing job!

06/22/2025

The wedding yesterday had a different look we haven’t had before. Country cream ruffled table cloths, and we went all out with mismatched floral antique dishes of Noritake and Mieto.

02/14/2025

Anyone want to do an impromptu winter wedding?