start to finish

I love starting the day with getting ready,  which is truly the 'opening chapter' of wedding day. I move between rooms, capturing the memories of your sister-in-law steaming your veil, or sisters helping one another into their dresses. Music & laughter fill the house while everyone bustles about, excited (and a little nervous) for what's to come. As a bonus, exposure to the camera earlier in the day helps ease you into it so it's not as jarring for my camera-shy clients.

The word I always come back to when it comes to weddings is 'storytelling'. I want you to remember what the day felt like when looking back on your album, the love & joy & tears.

We start with the anticipation in the morning, the build-up to vows. For Tonya and Austin, they wanted their first look to be at the altar, but a pre-ceremony prayer was important to them. So, we set them up, eyes closed, holding hands at a corner while Austin prayed--the excitement builds, both eager to finally see one another. Then comes the overwhelming emotions of finally seeing each other as Tonya walks down the aisle, tears in the eyes of just about every person there (especially Austin). Finally, chapter 2 closes with the pure love & relief of finally being able to say 'I do'.  The remaining story follows the celebration, with two families becoming one, eager to party with the newlyweds. This is the story of your day, of your love--and the love others have for you, as well.