Nicola Borland Photography Blog » the marry me’s

Chemistry Geeks {Mary and Alex’s Engagement}

Nicola Borland — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 23:23:49 +0000

Well, obviously we did not shoot these images in a Chemistry class, but that’s where Mary and Alex met almost 10 years ago! I really enjoyed hanging out at their upcoming nuptials location and getting to know them better before the big day. We explored the location and decided on where to shoot the formal family portraits and had fun playing around. I am really excited about shooting their wedding on September 5th, and know they are both gonna look amazing!

An Ice Rink Romance {Taylor’s Cool Proposal to Jamie}

Nicola Borland — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 02:27:19 +0000

Oh my gosh this was such an honor to be a part of. And it had me smiling all the way home! Taylor approached me to ask if I was able to be there when he proposed to his girlfriend of 3 years, Jamie. I was so happy to be available for him. She loves ice skating and he thought that would be a perfect way to show his love for her. A nice date night skating at the Pasadena Ice Skating Center and then dinner. She had no idea what was to come!

The plan was almost foiled when she said she didn’t really want to skate that night, and I would say a little more than a small amount of panic came across Taylor. Luckily with a little gentle persuasion they approached the ice. I was stationed on the other side of the rink talking with a young skaters mum and taking pictures of her little skater as a cover for what was to come. After a few circuits of the rink I could tell Taylor was nervous, and ahead of schedule he stopped her in front of me and got down on one knee.

I believe I captured her face well at this point, but I could not capture her exclamation of “TAYLOR” as he pulled out the box. She was so shocked and they both started to cry (sorry for letting that slip Taylor!) and the crowd went wild. Once they departed the ice, there were more congratulations from onlookers as we headed out to the street and on to the next location. A romantic dinner for two was set for Elements Kitchen in Pasadena, as well as a few more photo opportunities. I simply loved being a part of this really special day for them both and can’t wait to see what is next for them.

Rose Bowl Engagement Session {Disia and Khmori}

Nicola Borland — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:01:06 +0000

I am really excited to be a part of Disia and Khmori’s Wedding this weekend, April 24th, in Marina Del Ray. Here is a sneak peak at some images from the engagement and the wedding images will be up soon!

We shot at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA. There are so many places there to shoot and i loved the flowers at the beginning with the sun coming through. Disia looked great and I can’t wait to see her in her wedding dress.

Vicky and John’s Engagement, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, England

Nicola Borland — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 21:11:25 +0000

Vicky and John are good friends of mine from England. John and I used to play Ultimate Frisbee together in Newcastle, where I lived before I moved to California. I still remember the night that Vicky and John officially got together…tee hee hee. That was almost 8 years ago now, and they have been together ever since. I was so excited when they said they wanted to do an engagement session with me. I was looking forward to walking around Newcastle and spending some low key time with them both.

It was an amazing day, the sun was out, and there were just a few clouds spotted around. We met at Grey’s Monument where we started our engagement session. It was great fun walking around and spotting cool locations, dropping everything, then running into position. Vicky was a natural, and so photogenic. It was a dream to be able to capture her beauty. I could tell that John was getting into it after a while, as well as how much in love they are with each other. That was what made it so much more fun or me. Seeing them together, enjoying each other. Thanks John and Vicky for letting me share that time with you. Let me know what you think of these images. I love them!

Jennifer and Alastair’s Wedding Guest Book

Nicola Borland — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 05:53:18 +0000

I loved, loved, loved this wedding! The Scottish theme was perfectly executed and not cheesy or over the top at all. Alastair is from Scotland, not far from where my family live, and Jennifer grew up in England, but has been a California girl for a long time, although her heart remains in the hills of her new love, Scotland. (Who wouldn’t love it?!?) They met whilst both playing their bagpipes in their respective backyards. The could hear each other and followed the sound until the found each other.

The were married in a private home in Altadena, CA, on August 19th, 2009. It was an extremely hot day. I mean really, really hot! It may have dampened our shirts, but it did not dampen our spirits! It was a very personal service, with friends singing, reciting poetry and even a female barber shop quartet!

The highlight of the evening was the Ceilidh dancing (Scottish country dancing),with the live band. We then moving into the Llama LLounge, a actual old hut that used to hold Llamas, that was made into a bar, complete with beer on tap and a dart boards. The evening was ended among special friends, singing and laughing together, just the way Jenn and Al will continue their marriage.

Below are some images from their wedding that I made into a wedding guest book for them to take to Scotland for their relatives, who couldn’t make it to the wedding here, to see what their special day was like, to get the feel. They also wanted it with space available for their Scottish relatives to be able to sign and write some thoughts. That way they can bring it back here and have it close. I am so happy with the way it turned out and would love to know what you think.