Rachel and Cole's Wedding

Rachel and Cole got married on Saturday in Alvin, Texas, which is just South of Houston at the most precious, delicate, intricate, amazing, bright, happy, shabby-chic, vintage OakWind Bed & Breakfast. This venue reminded me of Erin and Dennis' Red Corral Ranch that just got voted The Knot's #1 outdoor venue, only it had a vintage decor instead of western. It had the same amenities and a few extra features like ample twinkle lights and lanterns in the trees. Again, check it out if you're looking in the Houston area! 

But back to Rachel and Cole. Last OCTOBER (has it really been that long?) we took their engagement pics and I still remember what a blast they were. So kind, gentle, funny, flexible, and it was evident how much they loved each other and God. So naturally their wedding was that but amazingness amplified :)

Photos speak for themselves, hope you all had a blast! Enjoy :)

Above: Doesn't this look like a painting? The textures make it feel so classic :) not to mention Rachel is beautiful :)

As mentioned before, Rachel you are quite the catch. You are so beautiful--inside and out :)

Cole's from Washington, and all his groomsmen are as well :)! They all flew down for this beautiful event. 

The place is stunning, right?? 

 
It was so nice to meet your friends and family :) It was a blessing getting to capture your day. 

Hope your honeymoon was terrific!!

new LOGO and new LOOK :)

So Korie has been re-vamping my logo and branding...and, even new packaging! We've been working on it all morning. That and wedding albums. 

I LOVE my other logo that Kasey made me, but I feel like my style has shifted from more crisp to vintage and whimsical...hence the new playful, romantic, whimsical logo :D

What do you think? 

Brad and I got to attend his cousin's wedding three weeks ago, so here are some snap shots from it :). It was so different getting to attend the wedding rather than photograph it... truly a different experience on the other end! No stress, although, I have to admit I hardly took any photos! I just sat around and ate food...haha. Delightful :D

Isn't the logo super cute? KORIE ROCKS! :D And you like how the camera is so focused on his neck? This was the third try and we were both getting tired...so that's a good as it's going to get... haha

Teresa & John's Engagements

This creative couple will be getting married in Iowa this August and I have the blessing of capturing it! It's going to be in this beautiful church--but the unique part is the roof, doors, windows are all missing...an old stone church in the country. Sigh--perfection :D

I met them in Houston on Saturday after Nicole's amazing bridal session and they were prepared! They picked out various older buildings, vintage stores, even some condemned places! We met a few obstacles (such as the Houston Gay Pride Parade) but we were flexible and just found other unique locations. So a huge thanks to you both for asking me to photo your wedding! 

Now if you are wondering what textures are and if you like them, this is a good session to gauge that :D. Teresa and John LOVE textures, so I tried to do a little bit of this and that to their pics. 

Above: Teresa, you are stunning!! :) 

Above: Love how the greens look so blurry with the textures :D. So warm and fuzzy. 

 Awww!

Above: Again, Teresa, beautiful! 

Nice street for a fisheye! :)

Above: Isn't this room fantastic? It's actually a bar and according to John, it's one of the oldest buildings in Houston! Crazy right? Great atmosphere :)

8/8/09!! :D

It was a treat to see how well you compliment each other. You have found your other half :). Such a blessing! Again, thanks for letting me capture your happiness. 

We ran out of light and planned on finishing up in the morning before my other engagement shoot, and it turns out I have pink eye and had to cancel everything! SO, a huge sorry about that! 

Let me know what you think! 

Rachel and Cole's Wedding-Sneak Peak

Rachel and Cole got married yesterday in Alvin, Texas, which is just South of Houston at the most precious, delicate, intricate, amazing, bright, happy, shabby-chic, vintage OakWind Bed & Breakfast. This venue reminded me of Erin and Dennis' Red Corral Ranch that just got voted The Knot's #1 outdoor venue, only it had a vintage decor instead of western. It had the same amenities and a few extra features like ample twinkle lights and lanterns in the trees. Again, check it out if you're looking in the Houston area! 

I just started editing these photos, and had to post this one... doesn't this photo have a Breakfast at Tiffany's feel?? You are timeless Rachel :D.

And then one of the flowers---the day was a little stressful, but as Rachel said, as soon as she saw the flowers she knew everything would be fine. 

More to come! 

Kim & Jon's Wedding

Kim and Jon's wedding was spectacular. Last Saturday they tied the knot in Abilene :) at the beautiful First Christian Church...it was my first time to photograph a wedding at this church and it is a rare gem! It contained bright beautiful windows, white shutters, soft cream tones, wooden pews...it is now officially my favorite ceremony/church venue in Abilene. There were no florescent lights to fight with, the backdrop wasn't distracting, ample natural lighting--and there were ample spots to get good pics. 

Their reception was at the new Bob Hunter Building at Abilene Christian University and it too had great great lighting! Whenever planning your wedding, if you want to ensure good photos, lighting is the most important element to consider (that and details :D). 

Then after the reception, they had a private and intimate dinner for close friends and family out at Perini Ranch Steak House in Buffalo Gap. Talk about good food! :)

Thank you both so much for asking me to do your photos, you two are a complete joy. Every part of this process was so stress free and enjoyable. I hope you both had a delightful honeymoon! I'm still wondering where you two went :D, I bet it was amazing!

The colors were so bright and happy! :)

Here is when they first saw each other...so sweet and tender. I just LOVE these moment :)

The shadows are so beautiful!! Check out everyone's face as she walks down the aisle :)

LOVE IT! 

The bouquet toss was awesome, she flung it from upstairs and it went right over the heads of all the girls :D

:)

Check out that sunset!! Kim's brother pointed it out to me! Thanks :D

Yay!!! 

Afternoon weddings are perfect! WOW :D.  I hope you find some photos you cherish :)