images that embrace your personality
Documenting this family’s blessings was such a great way to start off the day. We spent time playing, running, wrangling little ones and cajoling them to look at the camera just once! What I love about these folks is laughter and love that emanate from them. Enjoy their fun session, and happy Thanksgiving!
Angi and Erin were married today! This beautiful summer day greeted friends and family from near and far to Maplewood Heritage Farm. This wedding was such a joy to be a part of…the fabulous group of friends surrounding these two kind hearted ladies was wonderful to witness.
Erin had fabulous henna work done on her arms, I just loved the look!
The ceremony was heart felt and personal, and it was fun catching Angi’s many expressions throughout the whole thing. An element I really loved was the stone they used to seal their vows, which was especially meaningful when Erin said her vows to her step sons.
After the wedding we took a hay ride through the prairie! Some kissing happened, too 😉
The barn was all gussied up using DIY flower decorations and burlap runners. Aesop’s Table cooked outside and laid out the most amazing spread of comfort food.
Check out these cupcakes from Sweet Retreat! YUM!
After speeches full of happy tears, and the best cake cutting ever, Glitter Bomb Party started the dance off right, with Whitney Houston….and the dancing never stopped.
Erin and Angi, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for having us be a part of your day! Enjoy your sneak peek!
Dan and Denise were married today!
I knew they was a sweet couple when Dan sent me a postcard before we even met so I could get mail from England! From being surrounded by friends they’ve known since kindergarten to making sure there was a room at the reception with activities for all the little kids, this wedding was full of little touches that demonstrated their kindness and that they love to have a good time. .
Oak Ridge Hotel and Conference Center was the perfect location for the wedding, it allowed all the guests to stay together and the space had a multi level modern atrium that was light and bright with a lovely view. A fair amount of geekery and tech savvy were unabashedly part of the day, and Denise worked tirelessly to put together all the details. The result was lighthearted and vibrant, perfect for a group of Midwesterners ready for the spring.
The first sight didn’t cause the bride or groom to tear up, but it sure got those bridesmaids 😉
We braved the chill to get some outside images before the ceremony.
This one is our dramatic portrait…I think the bird watching groomsman really sells it 😉
Then it was time to head back inside for the ceremony! The most touching moment was when Denise’s dad walked her down the aisle.
After recessing down the aisle to “I Will Walk 500 Miles” (awesome song!) the couple enjoyed a few more pictures and then joined their guests who were already in full party mode.
Along with the bright blue and black color scheme, the couple also incorporated their love of wine into the day.
The grand march was awesome, this picture says it all….
Let them eat cake!
Time for the dance!
Dan and Denise, it has been fabulous getting to know you and your friends!!!! I hope you enjoy your sneak peek!!!!