I could write a 10-page review on Holly but I don't think people would read it. So, here are the highlights:
I have no experience with weddings and had major anxiety about my own. I had absolutely no idea what I wanted it to be like, look like, or feel like. My husband and I met with Holly about 2 weeks before the actual date at a cozy little wine bar. She spent 3 hours with us talking, calming nerves, and giving helpful advice; she really helped us imagine what our wedding could be. My sister was not going to be able to make it to the wedding and Holly promised to take pictures of moments so my sister would FEEL like she was there. After that initial meeting, I KNEW that Holly was the girl for us.
On the day of the wedding, Holly came to the B&B to take pictures of the getting-ready process. She just kind of took over. She found textures and colors in the room that I didn't notice. Her keen eye made the pictures of "things" (bouquet, ring, dress, accessories) turn out beautifully. The pictures looked so warm and loving --- at that's just the extra stuff -- not even me or the groom or the ceremony!
During the ceremony Holly jumped around and got pictures of things that, as a freaked out bride, I never even got to enjoy until I saw the pictures. We had a beach wedding with intermittent light and Holly took full advantage of the light to capture intimate moments.
After the wedding, my groom, Holly, and I took fun "HOLY COW WE'RE MARRIED!" pictures on a beautiful slope filled with flowers. The location was actually a parking lot at the reception restaurant but it worked so well because of Holly's well-trained eye. She found depth and beauty in a parking lot!
During the reception, Holly remained professional and committed to capturing all the little moments. She took pictures of the food, toasts, conversations, and love floating around everywhere. The pictures captured the happiness that everyone felt that day.
My husband and I moved to Kuwait right after our wedding for work. I brought with me the CD of wedding pictures that Holly gave us. I have been able to show it to my friends here and ALL of them have cried at how amazing the pictures are.
There is just something about Holly that allows her to connect with people so deeply. She doesn't just see people as brides and grooms. I don't feel like she took a picture of me and Nat; I feel like she took a picture of our love. It means so much more.