The second day of spring had a little bit of everything going on as far as the weather was concerned. Overcast skies in the morning broke up a bit mid-afternoon, allowing rays of sunshine to filter through for a time. But that was short-lived. Within a few hours, the skies turned dark again as a thunderstorm made it’s way across the Treasure Valley. Whatever the weather, it just really didn’t matter. Saturday, March 21, 2009 was Jacob King’s and Danielle Flaherty’s wedding day and they were not about to let anything ruin their special day.
Danielle and her bridesmaids, and Jacob and his groomsmen got ready at the Modern Hotel, located in downtown Boise, on Grove Street, directly across the street from the Linen Building (which is where the wedding and reception were going to be held). Steve Smith and I (Jeane Gadd), of Steve Smith Weddings arrived at about 4:00 to photograph the event, each of us making our way to our respective genders’ rooms.
I found a gaggle of women in various stages of readiness, lounging comfortably, awaiting their turn at the hair and make-up stations, mimosas in hand.
The room was large and comfortable for the 10 or so ladies there.
I started out photographing Danielle’s dress which was positively gorgeous; a strapless gown with a flowing train and a lace-up back.
The bathroom had been transformed into a beauty salon where up-dos were artistically created by Christine Johnson of Maci Salon, located in Eagle, Idaho. I’ve never seen anyone so adept and quick at creating such beautiful hair-dos. Very Impressive!
The kitchen counter became a cosmetic station where Hillary Bonine of Renu Medispa in Eagle, did a beautiful job applying make-up to the ladies. Her color selections and expert application enhanced the faces of each and every person who allowed her to work her magic.
As Danielle had her make-up applied, her bridesmaids, Briana Flaherty, Anna Lione, Janile King, Whitney Adams, McKenna Kline put on their dresses.
Each dress was a different style, but each incorporated the same fabric. All the dresses were sewn by Danielle’s mother, Janet. Needless to say, that woman’s got talent!
Dani emerged from the make-up chair looking positively stunning. Her bridesmaids helped her into her gown and laced her up.
Meanwhile, Steve was in Jake’s and his groomsmen’s room taking photos of their process of getting ready.
Jake presented his attendants, Cruz Becanegra, Matt Lockey, Kellan Smith, Brett Cunningham, and Nathan Hubbard, with beautiful pocket watches, each inscribed with the recipient’s name.
Dani gave all of her bridesmaids small clutches from the local Juju accessory store. Her grandmother gave all the ladies compacts engraved with Bride (for Danielle) and Bridesmaid (for the others).
Once dressed, Steve took the guys outside for a series of fun shots, and then over to the Linen building where he took some photos of Jake with some members of his family.
Jake with his Mom, Sister & Dad (Kim, Janile & Jesse)
Jake and Dani did not want to see one another prior to the ceremony, so we took great care in making sure that while one was being photographed, the other was safely sequestered away.
Once all the ladies were ready, and Jake and his groomsmen were in their room, we made our way over to the Linen Building where various preliminary pictures of Dani, her bridesmaids, and some members of Dani’s family were taken.
Dani with her Step- Mom, Gwen, Dad, Dan & Mom, Janet.
One particularly special moment was when Dani’s father, Dan put an historic lucky penny in Dani’s shoe.
The bride and her attendants retreated to the waiting room at the Linen Building, safely hidden away as guests began to arrive.
Larry Conklin played guitar as guests were escorted down the aisle by Danielle’s handsome cousins, Eric, Sean & Brett Gallinger, and her brother, Garth Flaherty, (the designated ushers).
Once all the guests were in place, the ceremony began. Best man, Cruz Bocenegra and Maid of Honor, Briana Flaherty led the procession of attendants.
Dani’s cousins, Davina Flaherty and Liam Hancock (flowergirl & ring bearer) accompanied by Grace Hancock, (junior bridesmaid),brought up the rear.
Dani’s father, Dan, escorted his daughter down the aisle.
At the altar, he shook Jake’s hand, gave his daughter one last hug, then presented Dani to her groom.
Jake’s longtime friend, Dennis Williams, officiated the ceremony.
Dani’s Grandfather, Duane Gallinger offered a prayer for the couple.
The congregation was all smiles as the couple was pronounced “husband & wife”, kissed, and made their way back down the aisle.
The wedding party congregated in the waiting room, where a special boxed bottle of tequila was presented to the couple, signed by all the attendants.
In place of traditional shot glasses, Briana Flaherty, provided small beakers (in homage to her degree in biochemistry) for consumption purposes.
As guests made their way to the reception hall, Steve and I photographed various combinations of family members.
The inclement weather thwarted our plans to photograph the bride and groom and their wedding party outdoors, so we went to “Plan B” and photographed them in various areas of the Linen Building.
Jake’s basketball-themed ring was custom made by Mike Rogers of Precious Metal Arts in downtown Boise.
Guests applauded as the newlyweds made their grand entrance into the beautifully decorated reception hall.
John Carpenter of John Carpenter’s Flowers provided the floral arrangements (as well as the attendants bouquets, corsages & boutonnieres).
Angell’s Bar & Grill provided a lovely buffet including skewered chicken, bacon wrapped scallops, stuffed pastries, fruit kebabs, smoked salmon, pasta salad, and vegetable crudite.
Originally not everyone intended to deliver toasts to Dani & Jake, but as it turned out, each and every one of the adult attendants, as well as the officiant, paid a tribute to and/or related a story about their relationship with the couple.
Dani’s father also made a special toast welcoming Jake to the family.
The cake cutting came next. Dani & Jake had a 4-tiered wedding cake, provided by Pamela’s Bakery in Eagle. Each tier was made of a different flavor: the bottom was vanilla chiffon cake with huckleberry filling, next was a red velvet cake with cream cheese filling, the third tier was dark chocolate cake with huckleberry filling, and the top tier was dark chocolate cake with peanut filling.
The “feeding” between husband and wife was one of the most respectful I’d ever witnessed. Both emerged completely clean faced.
Dani surprised Jake with a personalized Groom’s cake . The design, derived from a tattoo that Jake would like to get at some point in time, depicted a bale of hay, a stump of wood with an ax in it and a backwards “K bar S” brand. Jake grew up on a farm baling hay and chopping wood. The “K bar S” brand, stands for King and Sons, which was the brand used by Jake’s grandfather’s on his ranch in Montana.
Jake’s dear cousin, Emma King, sang Allison Krauss’s “When You Say Nothing At All” as Jake and Dani took to the floor for their first dance together as husband and wife.
Then Dani danced with her Dad,
And Jacob danced with his Mom.
And then the guests took over the floor, and the party really got going.
D.J., Amber Maas, a family friend, and a newlywed herself (having just been married the weekend before) provided a wide range of fun and danceable music.
Dennis Williams, surprised us with a major character transformation from mild mannered “Officiant” to “Gangsta”.
I think it goes without saying that a good time was had by all.
At the end of the evening, Mr. and Mrs. King left the festivities to start their new life together.
It was a wonderful celebration from start to finish. Steve and I were so grateful to have been a part of it all. We extend Dani & Jake our very best wishes for a rich and happy life together.
To view all the pictures of this wedding, click here.
April 15, 2009 at 9:10 pm |
It is wonderful to see the pictures.
Have a good time.
Thanks for sharing