There's so much to say about Ben and Hannah's Fourth of July wedding. From the hand-picked wildflower bouquets to the bluegrass band and the lantern/fireworks ending, the whole day was packed with wonderful details and moments that match the beauty of these two people--not to mention that they had THE greatest first dance I've ever seen. For that, I wish I had video because still images don't do it justice.
Read moreChris & Grace - Wedding - Columbus, Ohio
I loved having the opportunity to photograph Chris and Grace's wedding. I first met Grace in a photography class during our freshman year at Ohio University. All these years later, it was great to meet Chris and to be a part of their wedding. I'm a little bit jealous because after their wedding they moved to Switzerland!
Read moreMatt & Jenn - Wedding - Athens, OH
Despite a heavy downpour and a block party right outside the church, Matt and Jenn had a beautiful wedding at Brookfield Church in Athens, OH. After the ceremony, a large group of friends and family transformed the auditorium into the reception site. While that was happening we ventured into Athens to take some photos with plastic bags and umbrellas in hand.
I've had the chance to get to know them over the past year, so it was such a joy to photograph their wedding. They are both such loving people and they are perfect for each other. I look forward to seeing their marriage grow over the next few years.
Preston & Erin - Wedding - Denton, TX
I had the honor of photographing my cousin-in-law's wedding last month. Kelley and I went down a few days early to spend some time with family in Dallas and we had a good time exploring Denton.
The wedding was such a fun time! It had, by far, the most Star Wars references I've experienced at a wedding (and it was awesome). The ceremony was at Denton Bible Church's beautiful chapel. After the ceremony we headed over to Texas Women's University for the reception. I loved the hall thanks to the abundance of windows and natural light. A rare find in reception halls!
One of the most touching moments of the day was right before the cake cutting when Preston and Erin brought out a special cake for Preston's father, Kyle. Kyle had what they call the "widow-maker's heart attack" not long before the wedding. Not many survive. Thankfully Kyle was not only in front of a hospital when it occurred, but in front of a hospital that could handle this type of heart attack. It was a miracle he could make it to his son's wedding (and it was on his birthday, no less!).
It was such a joy to see Preston and Erin join together as became husband and wife. They are so fun to be around and they are perfect for each other. Here's a snapshot of the day:
A Look Back at 2014
2014 was a great year! I am so blessed to get to be a part of people's lives and to capture the joy and love that they have for each other. It is truly why I'm a wedding photographer. This post is to mark an end to 2014 and celebrate again what has happened. I am really looking forward to 2015 and all the exciting things to come.
