Fresno Wedding Photographer Craig Kohlruss » wedding photography

Josh & Jackie: January wedding

Craig — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 16:26:41 +0000

Josh and Jackie’s wedding day started out a little foggy but turned into a beautiful day by the time of their reception at the Banker’s Ballroom in downtown Fresno. Services were held at Central Valley Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Fresno where a huge wedding party began getting ready. The church was eventually packed as it was standing room only to witness the vows for the special couple. Music became the theme as both Josh and Jackie are passionate musicians and a number of songs were performed throughout the day. A Filipino dance was performed in the beautiful light at the Banker’s Ballroom and a mini-concert of lovely songs was conducted by a multitude of talented artists. Josh and Jackie’s wedding was one for the ages.

Keri & Chris: Married

Craig — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 21:17:33 +0000

Loved hanging out with Keri and Chris for their big wedding at the Holiday Inn in downtown Fresno last month. I knew it was going to be a great day after having such a good time shooting their engagement session. They are such a great couple couple to shoot. Both really nice people and very accommodating for my occasional unique request: like when I asked them to stand out in the middle of Van Ness Avenue for a couple of portraits. Downtown was such a cool place to be too. So many options for portraits – and we couldn’t have asked for a nicer day. A real classic.

Barbara and Marty: Married

Craig — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 20:49:36 +0000

Barbara and Marty were married in a special service at Henderson Park in Snelling, Ca overlooking the Merced River. Their ceremony was performed in the Native American tradition rich in cultural and family customs. Family members gathered in a circle around Barbara and Marty to provide their support and blessings. Afterward the guests kicked off some good old fashion American fun with a fantastic party that celebrated the nuptials of the longtime friends. And as if that wasn’t enough entertainment, there was even belly dancer on hand. Barbara is amazing. She practically made everything for the wedding and the reception herself. Good thing for me that she couldn’t take her own photos!

Sheena & Roy: Our Lady of Victory wedding

Craig — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 21:17:05 +0000

I did Sheena and Roy’s engagement session back in May. That’s the one where we crossed town several times between Woodward Park, Grace Christian Preschool and Blackbeards. Well the wedding got us out and about town too as we went from getting ready at the Piccadilly Inn – University to Our Lady of Victory church, out to Woodward for some fun pix and then back to the Piccadilly. It was all good and I had a great time meeting Roy and Sheena’s friends and family. I especially liked some of the creative dancing. The couple and their friends really put on a show. Another great wedding shoot in Fresno.

Tiffani & Jordan: Truth Tabernacle wedding

Craig — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:55:57 +0000

Tiffani and Jordan were married in front of hundreds at Truth Tabernacle Church in Fresno where Pastor Vaughn Morton lightened things up a bit with a few jokes. Tiffani, who happens to be the daughter of my colleague John Mincks at the Fresno Bee, was very relaxed as I watched her get her hair done at the Church. Jordan also seemed very much at ease – even after draining a Monster energy drink. All in all, it was a fun time watching the day unfold. Great food and a yummy dessert capped off the afternoon as the newlyweds departed for their honeymoon in San Francisco. Here are a few of my favorite images from the day:

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