Karen and Daniel! Where to begin?

First, if you remember, the two opted for a family-meets-engagement session that we shot in Big Spring Park a few months ago. As we said then, we knew going into this big day that Karen was going to be one of the most chill brides we’ve worked with, but I don’t think we anticipated just how relaxed she would be! While she definitely had the wedding-day jitters, complete with shaking hands, she also happily jammed to her Black Eyed Peas while getting ready, and had one request for her photos–”Give me something different!”

The wedding was at the Chestnut Grove Methodist Church in Gurley, Alabama–waaaaay out there! Luckily, with all of the love and excitement that the whole party experienced on the day, we had plenty to work with!

We edit each photo individually, and like to let the magic of the editing process unfold as we work through the session or wedding. I think Karen and Daniel’s wedding definitely displays this wonderfully–we love to provide our clients with a variety of photo styles that suit what’s happening in each moment. This also helps avoid any stagnation or repetition in shots and style!

Ashley and I BOTH cried during the ceremony! From the opening of “Seasons of Love” to the vow exchange, we were emotional wrecks. Karen and Daniel wrote their own vows, which moved us even more than we expected.

We love capturing the bride and groom right after the ceremony–look at the love!

How sweet are Daniel’s parents?

This might be the best jump shot we’ve had to date!

How great is this? Sparkler send-off in the afternoon!