Jessica and Jordan Went To The Chapel

She says that it has hit her as my assistant and I walk into the salon at Roops Mill - the fact that Jessica is marrying Jordan. However, I beg to differ. She is calm, cool, and collected. But when her hairdresser does her hair, Jessica gets giddy as she sees it all come together. I believe the tiara is what did it.

  Her bridesmaids were there for her every step of the way - enjoying the pampering and the numerous bobby pins being put into their hair. Some had their nails done before going into the salon, and some chose to do them while everyone was getting their hair done. I especially love the photo of these sisters - the grooms sisters.

The group of the finest ladies I believe I have ever worked with. Love them! I'm pretty sure we all became great friends.

The gorgeous dress! I was told that the groom knew what the dress looked like before the wedding. I'm sure it's because to some guys, all wedding dresses look the same. Regardless, Jess looked absolutely stunning when she put it on.

 Once we finally got to the Antrim 1844, I had to sneak down to where the groom was and grab a few shots of him all jazzed up. I couldn't believe it when I thought I walked right into a GQ spread.

Jordan was so excited that he kept checking his watch every five seconds hoping to get this show on the road. I told him to gather some breaths and say a prayer because weddings rarely ever start on time. That I was going to go get a few pictures of Jessica before she came down. Not to worry, Jess was just as excited as he was.

Man! Jessica looks like she could be a model with those eyes. So fierce, girl! When I told you to work it, you totally brought your A Game.

I have to give major props to Jessica's friend, Rachel, for designing the bouquet for the Bride and Bridesmaids. The design and colors were perfect for such a beautiful occasion.

The ceremony was officially underway and I couldn't help but adore the looks they were giving one another - almost like, "Oh my goodness, I love you!!!!" Jordan and Jessica are so happy. I love this picture as Jordan slips the ring on Jessica's finger.

I love special moments that are captured after the ceremony. Just a private moment - like no one or anything else in the world matters - just them and their love for one another.

Sibling love.

Jordan is such a ladies man - I mean, they absolutely adore him.

The best cake ever - I definitely had to sneak a piece. It looked too good and man, am I glad I got a piece before the caterer took it away.

First Dance

The end of a perfect day spelled L-O-V-E!

You have no idea how hard it was for me to only have to pick and chose a few photos to post because every one of them had a special meaning. Hope you enjoyed the post.



Until the next photography adventure.....

And So The Blogging Begins....

To start, I've never been one for blogging or throwing myself out there (unless it's Facebook of course). Fir the last few months I've thought about having a reason to blog about my photography adventures. It wasn't until I met Jordan and Jessica at Satarbuck's on a very cold January afternoon to discuss the possibility of me being their photographer for their June 17th wedding. Well here it is, a week and a half before the big day and I couldn't be happier for this couple. Yes, they did hire me to be their photographer and I am so excited about capturing their special day (along with 3 other photographers).

Let me do some background coverage as far as my photography work goes:

I started becoming interested in photography in July 2006 when my cousin was born. Granted I spent the first 2 years of his life capturing his innocence and growth with a simple digital point and shoot. In June 2008, my parents bought me a semi-professional grade camera and after posting many pictures of family and friends by December 2008 I was asked by a friend to photograph her little sisters for the holidays and thus, my photographers journey really began. I've photographed many children and families since then. I've been blessed beyond a doubt that I have had friends that have helped support me and my establishing photography business and have even been kind enough to give my information to their friends and work colleagues. 

I've taken a few photography classes through the local Community College and have been asked by one of the professors to help him in assisting at weddings. I've been able to accompany him and another photographer at wedding to see how the whole process pans out. After assisting at weddings a several times, I felt that it was time for me to spread my Photography Wings and do this on my own - Jordan and Jessica have so much faith in me when it comes to capturing their special day and I couldn't feel more at ease.

I met Jordan and Jessica several years ago at a Young Adults ministry gathering where I was a part of the worship team and afterwards the whole group would go to Applebee's and get something to eat. I met Jordan first and then about a year later, Jessica started coming to the Young Adults gathering. I'm not going to lie when I have this innate sense that once I meet a couple, I can tell whether or not they are going to get married. I knew this from the very beginning with Jordan and Jessica.

Jordan and Jessica, I love you both and I am so proud and honored to be your photographer at your wedding. Your faith in me has meant more to me then anything and I am so glad that I have been a part of walking through this wedding planning process with you both.




Until Next Time.....