People ask me all the time if I get tired of going to weddings. I always say no. And that's for real. Weddings are such happy events; who wouldn't want to work in an environment filled with happy people? Plus, my weddings are all so different, which keeps things interesting. Taja and Husain were my second wedding of last weekend, and their wedding could not have been more different than Staci and Ben's, which was non-traditional, outdoorsy and rustic. Taja and Husain planned a traditional, elegant affair near the city.
I cannot say enough good things about these two and their friends and family. The whole wedding was so alive. There's no other way to describe it. I loved observing everything and can't wait to share the rest with you!
This past weekend, I had my very first double header. Whew. I came out on the other end just a little bit sore, which I consider a huge win!
Staci and Ben's non-traditional outdoor wedding at Chippewa Lake was quite the adventure. It rained RIGHT (and I mean right) before the ceremony was to begin, but they took everything in stride and waited it out. Sure enough, the rain stopped long enough for them to get married and take some family pictures. :) I loved that these two stayed focused on what really mattered that day ... getting married ... and not the untimely weather. I get to work with the most fantastic people!
For now, here's a few from their beautiful day. Stay tuned this afternoon when Taja and Husain's wedding peek goes live!
It started with awkward staring, as Markie likes to tell it. And really this story of how they met says so much about these two. They're both so good natured and have awesome senses of humor. And Andrew's such a good sport for going along with Markie's version of the story, although his version is maybe a little different. :)
"We met through friends at college," Markie said. "One evening we went to eat at Chipotle and then watched a movie at a friend's house ... and Andrew spent the whole night staring awkwardly at me."
In this case, awkward staring worked! (Guys take note. ;) ) Markie and Andrew found that they had similar values and a huge heart for the Lord.
When they first started dating, Markie asked Andrew to tell her a story a day and she said it was the day he described one of his childhood friends that she realized how genuine and loving he is. That was also when she realized she had found her person.
Markie and Andrew's wedding was 100% genuine, just like them. I'm so thankful to have been asked to capture it, especially because Markie is like the most creative person I know, along with being a photographer! Cheers to these two!
Markie did her own hair ... and then she did her bridesmaids' hair!
Markie's grandma made the cake, and it was so delicious!
LOVED her bouquet! Markie and her bridesmaids made their bouquets with the help of The Flowerman. So cool!
Off to get married!
Love that one on the left down there. All thanks to my second shooter, Emily! :)
I think the pastor that married Angela and Jordan said it best: If you look up the word "sweet" in the dictionary, you'll see a picture of Angela. It's so true. And Jordan is such a nice guy. Together they are great, and I feel so thankful to have played a small part in their wedding day. Lots, lots more of this heartfelt wedding coming soon!
