{"id":18095,"date":"2023-01-20T12:47:22","date_gmt":"2023-01-20T20:47:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tomellisphoto.com\/blog\/?p=18095"},"modified":"2023-02-05T15:42:34","modified_gmt":"2023-02-05T23:42:34","slug":"sensational-seattle-summer-waterfront-wedding-at-palisade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tomellisphoto.com\/blog\/sensational-seattle-summer-waterfront-wedding-at-palisade\/","title":{"rendered":"Sensational Seattle Summer Waterfront Wedding at Palisade"},"content":{"rendered":"

Alicia and Ted Get Married at Palisade<\/h1>\n

On a nearly perfect late August afternoon\/evening Alicia and Ted were married at Palisade Restaurant<\/a> in Seattle.\u00a0 I began the day with bride Alicia at the Westin Hotel, where she was getting ready for the wedding.\u00a0 All of my pre-wedding day communications had been with Ted, so Alicia and I had never even talked before.\u00a0 I arrived as she was still having her hair and makeup done, so we were able to get to know each other a bit while I was taking photos of the “getting ready” procedure.\u00a0 Alicia’s niece Hana was there as well; she was to be the flower girl at the ceremony.<\/p>\n

First Look Photos at Kerry Park<\/h2>\n

Once Alicia was ready it was time to head for Kerry Park to meet up with Ted for the First Look, as well as to take advantage of the great conditions for some photos at the park.\u00a0 First Look sessions are always rather interesting, as we have to keep the bride out of sight until it is time for the groom to see her.\u00a0 Not too difficult at most locations, but at a popular and very busy place like Kerry Park it can be challenging!<\/p>\n

Once we reached the park, I left Alicia and Hana in the car while I went to find Ted.\u00a0 Fortunatley spotting a guy in a tux\u00a0 in a park on an 80 degree day is pretty easy!\u00a0 I got Ted into position and gave him his instructions – “Don’t turn around until I tell you to” – then got Alicia from the car and into the place I wanted her for the First Look.\u00a0 You’ll see the photos of this below.<\/p>\n

The First Look went perfectly, and Ted seemed slightly flummoxed as he saw his soon to be wife in her wedding dress.\u00a0 And he should have been!\u00a0 Alicia looked simply amazing!<\/p>\n

We spent 20-30 minutes taking photos with the couple, Hana and Ted’s friend James.\u00a0 Then it was time to drive to Palisade for the wedding.<\/p>\n

The Wedding Ceremony at Palisade<\/h2>\n

For those who have never been to Palisade, it is a beautiful restaurant located along the water at the south end of the Magnolia neighborhood, and is located next to\/in the middle of a large marina.\u00a0 Boats everywhere!\u00a0 Just a gorgeous venue and a favorite of mine for weddings.\u00a0 When we arrived at Palisade many of the guests were already there, so we snuck Alicia in through the kitchen to keep her out of sight.<\/p>\n

Once everyone was ready and the guests were in their seats it was time for the ceremony to begin.\u00a0 Hana led the way down the aisle followed by Alicia, who was escorted by her brother Rick. The ceremony was held outdoors under an open sided tent, right along the edge of the water.\u00a0 Talk about a great setting for a wedding!\u00a0 Quite a few photos of the ceremony below.<\/p>\n

The Reception<\/h2>\n

While the majority of the reception was held indoors, the warm weather made perfect conditions to spend time outside.\u00a0 The ceremony ended well before sunset, and since we had not yet had a chance to take photos of Alicia and Ted at Palisade, not to mention their assorted family, I took Ted and Alicia on a walk around the nearby portion of the marina to get a few photos.\u00a0 Then we met up with the family and some friends for some group shots before everyone joined the remainder of the guests, who had been enjoying drinks and appetizers while we were busy with the photo session.<\/p>\n

After dinner was served and Ted and Alicia finished eating, we made another quick trip outdoors for some photos with the sunset.\u00a0 Then it was time for dancing!\u00a0 I was quite impressed with the dancing abilities of this group, and how long everyone spent on the dance floor.\u00a0 Which always makes for some fun photos.<\/p>\n

It was a trulty excellent day, and everyone present seemed to have a great time.\u00a0 You can see more photos of weddings on my site at this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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