Aaron Siskind was an influential 20th century American photographer whose first camera, like Julia Margaret Cameron’s, was a gift. Received as a honeymoon present, the camera accompanied Siskind and his new wife to Bermuda then, from there, led to Siskind’s lifelong artistic exploration of the world around him. In his words:
“Photography is more than a means of recording the obvious. It is a way of feeling, of touching, of loving. What you have caught on film is captured forever, whether it be a face or a flower, a place or a thing, a day or a moment. … It remembers little things, long after you have forgotten everything.”
Images from June, 1978 
Lots of smiling faces. I don’t think I’ve smiled more since.
Sweet photos. Tom, you look so happy. Definitely ready to marry your bride!
I have never seen Tom happier than he was that day. Oh wait…the birth of Jill, Steve, Paige, Georgia, Juliette, Beau and Finn.
It’s amazing what that wonderful day begat!
PS I don’t ever remember a picture of Mom laughing- it’s beautiful!
I agree! Wondeful to see!
I love these! I need some copies to have around the house. I feel like I missed out on an amazing day!
I agree! Wondeful to see!
What wonderful, happy, smiley photos!! In the 10 years or so that I’ve know you and Tom, I haven’t seen you smile THAT much but both of your smiles are unmistakable and still reflect the happiness of that beautiful day. Thank you for sharing! Your blog has certainly put a smile on my face!!