Ryan + Bailey • Wedding • Spirit Ranch

Ryan + Bailey had a perfect wedding at Spirit Ranch. These two kept everything so consistent with their style- which made for a very laid-back, fun event.

Bailey wore her mother's wedding dress- which was so, so perfect on her. She walked down the aisle with bare feet which is perfectly Bailey.  I loved that these two asked their guests to keep from photographing their ceremony so that they could truly be a part of it- you would be amazed at how many phones and iPads I have to work around during the average wedding ceremony. They also let their wedding party sit on the front row during most of the ceremony- which made it really intimate and special. This is the first wedding I've ever shot where the bride and groom played rock, paper scissors to see who read their vows first! It was cute and a perfect representation of these two. 

At the reception, guests played yard games while they ate delicious breakfast for dinner (such a genius idea!). I was thankful the couple let us steal the for a few minutes to get some portraits with the setting sun. Excited for these two! Congrats and KCCO!

ethan + haley • wedding • spirit ranch

I have such a fun wedding to share today. Bride Haley is a constant smile, and her husband Ethan is the perfect compliment! And on the day of their wedding, the enthusiasm was contagious. Spirit Ranch was looking beautiful and especially green for March- and I could not wait to photograph Haley + Ethan's ceremony beneath the trees. And you guys- it was BEAUTIFUL. The coordinator wisely waited just a few extra minutes- so that the setting sun was at just the perfect spot- to begin the music. The orange glow of the sunset washed over us all as they said their vows. It was simply gorgeous.

I adored the florals from The Fig & Flower Co. as well as the table and reception decor. We felt so honored to photograph this wedding and are so excited for this couple! Enjoy!

rob + marci • wedding at spirit ranch • lubbock, tx

Rob + Marci had one of the most beautiful ceremonies I have had the pleasure of photographing. It was perfectly timed with the sunset, and as the Texas heat cooled down, these two said their vows and then got to celebrate the start of a lifetime together! Thinking back on this wedding, I don't think I'll forget the images of Rob looking at Marci- even when she didn't happen to be looking back- he just gazed at her with a huge smile. The excitement in both of their faces was palatable. 

Not only was this ceremony beautiful, but every other aspect as well- including the details and the fabulous people we got to work with. Marci told me she took a calligraphy class- and did all of the hand lettering you'll see. Such a great idea! 

At the reception, the Maid and Matron of Honors did a personalized rap to the theme from "Fresh Prince of Bel Air"- and it made for the most wonderful start to the party. There were many more great moments- but I'll just let the photos speak for themselves. Congrats, Rob and Marci!

jon-michael + monica • wedding • lubbock garden + arts center

It takes guts to get married outdoors in Lubbock, Texas. And I am so, so thankful that many of my brides have guts. :) It is SO worth it.

Jon-Michael and Monica were married at the Lubbock Garden and Arts Center. It was the perfect venue- green grass, beautiful flowers blooming all around (perfectly complimented by the bouquets and boutonnieres from Market Street). It was a happy, happy day and somehow the entire day felt very personal and special, well-intentioned, with plenty of time to love on the family and friends that were there to celebrate. 

I loved so many of the details at their reception at the Frazier Alumni Pavilion- it was beautiful! Thank you, Jon-Michael and Monica, for having us there to capture it. 

Ceremony: Lubbock Garden + Arts Center

Reception: Frazier Alumni Pavilion

Wedding Gown: Rivini, Stanley Korshak Dallas

Hairpiece and Veil: Irlecia Edwards

Groom + Groomsmen: First Class Tuxedo

Bridesmaids: Bill Levkoff, Brides of Amarillo

Wedding Rings: Robert Lance Jewelers

Hair + Makeup: Lindsey Colvin, Designers Group Salon

Floral: Tucker, Market Street

Cake: Alison Collins

Catering: Top Tier Catering

Ceremony Music: Ellsworth String Quartet, Trumpet- John Kennedy

DJ: Red Dirt Mobile Entertainment, Jess Walker

Coordination: Katy Christy

Reception Linens: Denise Thomas, Wedding Solutions

Stationery: Barque (formerly Calligraphy, Etc.) 

brice + heather • wedding • the fulford barn - brownfield, tx

I ALWAYS get so excited when shooting at The Fulford Barn. It is such a beautiful place and was the perfect setting for Brice + Heather's rustic country-inspired wedding. These two have been dating since high school, so it was neat to see such a well-acquainted group of people gather to celebrate a bug milstone in Brice + Heather's lives. The day was filled with lots of sentimental details, and just the perfect amount of pink. Here are some of my favorite images. I also added in some of Heather's comments about the day.

Venue: The Fulford Barn

Wedding Gown: Maggie Sottero

Groom + Groomsmen Suits: Men's Wearhouse

Florist: Dayspring Design

Cake: The Cakery

Catering: Coach Moody BBQ

DJ: David Hodges, West Texas DJ

Hair: Savannah King, Salon Sculpt

One of Heather's favorite details was her bouquet, which had photos of her Dad tied to it. 

Heather gave all her bridesmaids their boots and some funky socks to go with them. Love how they all show off their different personalities!

Loved their First Look- it was so special to watch them both go from nervous, to emotional, to excited!