I’ve been sitting here for over an hour trying to find the words to describe this experience I had in Key West. It’s actually quite simple.
There is no place quite like Key West, and there are no people like Nicole and Zack. I knew within five minutes of hanging out with them, that we were the perfect fit. We hung out, shot engagement photos, had a few beers, and made a great connection going into the wedding. I really felt like I’d known them for years prior, and believe that we’d all be great friends if we lived in the same area.
There wedding was awesome. All of their friends, and family treated us like one of their own. This time I spent in Key West is definitely going to be a day to remember forever, and I have Nicole and Zack to thank for giving me the opportunity, and putting their trust in my photography.
Then to top it off, I had my friend Nirav Patel take the time out of his busy schedule to come hang out. Not only is he an incredible photographer, he is also a big inspiration to myself, and now somebody I consider a good friend. It was great to have somebody there who was up for the full experience, and make this extra special for Nicole and Zack. We shot photos non-stop in Key West, and connected with some awesome people. A lot of the photos below are his, and I can’t thank him enough for his contributions.
I’ll share more from Key West soon, but I wanted to get this wedding up before the end of the year. I also have quite a few weddings that will I will share in the upcoming months that were shot in 2012. Stay tuned, and thanks again for this experience Nicole and Zack.
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by Eric Yerke
38 comments
david Jenkins - I love your work Eric, so many different styles but hanging together so well! Have a great 2012!January 21, 2012 – 12:16 pm
scotty - i couldnt see past that first image.January 19, 2012 – 1:00 pm
Fotograf Lublin - Beautiful photos as always ;-)January 14, 2012 – 4:24 pm
Isaiah - So long, so good.January 13, 2012 – 12:46 am
Dean Govier - E, seriously, you’re a photography hero of mine. You have such a RAW talent for this. Any client who books you to shoot their wedding is a lucky client, never forget that!January 12, 2012 – 5:46 pm
fotograf vjencanja PJ - a godod year for you Eric, a very good ;-))January 11, 2012 – 7:31 pm
ed peers - You have an incredible pair of eyes Eric… Stunning photography. High five!January 6, 2012 – 8:04 am
Kat Braman - unreaking real dude. here’s to shooting together again in 2012!January 5, 2012 – 1:13 pm
tim - Just found your site. Beautiful beautiful work.January 5, 2012 – 10:58 am
Jesse Pafundi - Stellar work, man. Love the way you see things.January 4, 2012 – 11:35 pm
Kyle - On one hand, I don’t know how it would ever be able to top these amazing photos in 2012. On the other hand…I’m sure you will. I can’t wait to continue following along with you and your mad skills.January 4, 2012 – 2:16 am
Tim Riddick - i said it once and i will say it again.. hands down one of the most underrated photogs out there…. you are killing it in your market and it is only a matter of time before you start to kill it everywhere…January 3, 2012 – 10:21 pm
jsa - well played eric.January 3, 2012 – 2:17 pm
Brian Furbush - Awesome set of images dude, congrats on 2011 and looking forward to what 2012 brings!January 3, 2012 – 9:15 am
Mioara Dragan - Can I have my breath back? Because these pictures just took it away… :PJanuary 2, 2012 – 10:18 pm
Brian - Stellar set of images. 2011 was a huge year for you and it shows. You’re such a huge inspiration of mine, I’m constantly blown away. Can’t wait to see what you do in 2012.January 2, 2012 – 9:29 pm
Drew W - What an incredible looking year dude! You ruled the school here.January 2, 2012 – 8:26 pm
kyle hale - Wow Eric, these are fantastic. You really had a good year!January 2, 2012 – 8:13 pm
lydia {ever ours} - nothing short of amazing, eric! what a fantastical year! can’t wait to see what 2012 brings you!January 2, 2012 – 6:37 pm
Michael Ash - That is one hell of a post dude. Dang.January 2, 2012 – 6:19 pm
Tonhya Kae - Absolutely amazing.January 2, 2012 – 6:05 pm
adam houseman - Yerke! A truly compelling collection of work dude. I can’t wait to see what comes in 2012 for you. Image 160 is so money.January 2, 2012 – 5:17 pm
Jason Mize - Dude!!! You had an outstanding year bro! can’t wait to see what 2012 brings!January 2, 2012 – 4:44 pm
Nicole - Beautiful pictures! So glas we had you as our photographer! Can’t wait to see what you do in 2012!January 2, 2012 – 4:19 pm
Luis Godinez - I’m speechless. Congrats on the amazing 2011. :)January 2, 2012 – 4:18 pm
Paul Fuller - A simply stunning collection of work, congrats on a fantastic year!January 2, 2012 – 4:09 pm
Cameron - So good.January 2, 2012 – 3:55 pm
Sharie - I feel like I should say, “I knew you when.” I can’t believe the way your art has transformed in the last two years. INCREDIBLE! Every time I looked at a shot I was like, oh that’s my favorite – then I’d see another and think, no that is…but it’s impossible to pick from SO MUCH AWESOME work. Can’t wait to see what 2012 brings.January 2, 2012 – 3:38 pm
jessica lorren - You’re so good Eric. Your photos have such a clarity and sweetness to them and that’s what makes them unique. Good job at being different. These are beautiful.January 2, 2012 – 3:37 pm
Angie - Brilliant! I love following your journey:) Cheers to more adventures and beauty in 2012.January 2, 2012 – 3:35 pm
Tamara Kuzminski - Such lovely images. I really do like the way you see the world.January 2, 2012 – 3:25 pm
J Shoda - Holy **** dude. I love the way you see the world.January 2, 2012 – 3:24 pm
Johanna - Such a beautiful combination of images. Your 2011 rocked :)January 2, 2012 – 3:18 pm
Shuva Rahim - Congrats on an awesome year of beautiful images, Eric.January 2, 2012 – 3:15 pm
kB - Unreal.January 2, 2012 – 3:05 pm
Elissa - You have such an incredible eye and sense of timing… what a beautiful year. I can’t wait to see what you shoot in 2012.January 2, 2012 – 3:04 pm
Louie Abellera - That’s a lot of freaking goodness in one post. Bravo, Eric. Can’t wait to see what you do in 2012.January 2, 2012 – 3:04 pm
fer juaristi - Crazy good brother! 2012 is gonna be wild for you!January 2, 2012 – 3:02 pm