Just wanted to share a little something from my recent trip back to my home state – sunset in Corona del Mar. *sigh*.jpg "orangecountyweddingphotographer1")
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A lot of life lessons can be learned from weddings. Every day should start with fabulous shoes. If they’re hot pink Kate Spade, it’s gonna be a REALLY good day!.jpg "montgomeryweddingphotographers01")
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Tyler told me he loves Jessica’s eyes, which are an enchanting shade of blue:.jpg "montgomeryweddingphotographers03")
I think this little flowergirl agreed. 🙂.jpg "montgomeryweddingphotographers04")
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Jessica (in a Jasmine Bridal Couture gown) has such a regal look about her, don’t you think?.jpg "montgomeryweddingphotographers08")
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During the ceremony at Taylor Road Baptist Church, Jessica and Tyler’s parents were invited up to say a prayer with them – it was a really sweet touch that I hadn’t seen before..jpg "montgomeryweddingphotographers12")
Tyler surprised Jessica with a getaway car – a vintage Bentley courtesy of Touch of Class was waiting outside the church to whisk them away to the reception. But first, they made a pit stop with me for pictures. 🙂.jpg "montgomeryweddingphotographers13")
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Two cakes from Liger’s Bakery took center stage at the reception – I knew Tyler was a Vineyard Vines fan based on his wardrobe for their engagement session, so it was easy to tell where the inspiration came from for the groom’s cake. As if that wasn’t cute enough, there was a table full of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and shots of milk, along with the buffet. Love that!.jpg "montgomeryweddingphotographers16")
A colorful candy table allowed guests to make their own favors, and I was happy to see one of my personal favorites – peach rings!.jpg "montgomeryweddingphotographers17")
We decided to take advantage of the view of the Capitol from the terrace and the setting sun:.jpg "montgomeryweddingphotographers18")
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Jessica’s sorority sisters gathered around to sing a song….jpg "montgomeryweddingphotographers19")
…before Tyler whisked her away on a surprise honeymoon (destination: Jamaica!)..jpg "montgomeryweddingphotographers21")
Thanks Jessica and Tyler for letting me spend the day with you and witness the record breaking massacre of your wedding cake! (It was completely eaten – and I mean down to the cake stand, not a piece left. That never happens!)
When I first moved to Alabama, I was warned about the heat and humidity. Over the years, I’ve gotten a little more used to it, but every now and then, you get a reminder of how extreme it can be. That day happened to be the day of Tison, Caroline, and Brooke’s session. We actually had to stop mid-session several times just so these sisters could grab towels and de-sweat! They toughed it out so they could get a great picture to give to their dad for his birthday – give them a big hug, Dad, they endured it just for you!.jpg "birminghamphotographers01")
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Just as I arrived at Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church, the bottom fell out. I’m not talking sprinkles. I’m talking total downpour. But I didn’t freak out. Because if you know Lisa and Hunter, then you know the great thing about them is that they don’t take life too seriously. I figured nothing was going to keep them from having a great time, and let’s just say I was not disappointed. There was tulle being ripped out of bridesmaids’ dresses and toes escaping shoes (you had to be there), and that was before the ceremony even started! But first, Lisa had to get into her beautiful Casablanca gown:.jpg "auburnweddingphotographer01")
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As I got them in their places to see each other for the first time, Lisa kept looking up at the ceiling, trying to keep the tears from coming out. But when Hunter turned around, she couldn’t hold them in any longer..jpg "auburnweddingphotographer05")
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I had to have a little fun with the Costa Del Mar sunglasses that Hunter gave Lisa as a wedding gift:.jpg "auburnweddingphotographer10")
There’s always one rebel in every bunch:.jpg "auburnweddingphotographer11")
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Another rainstorm threatened the reception at The Brownfield House, but it never came. The caterers, A Little Taste of Home, did a great job of moving the food outside quickly once the coast was clear, and the look came together with the help of Julie Bunkley of Invision Events, and flowers by The New Blossom Shop:.jpg "auburnweddingphotographer14")
The cakes were designed by Sonshine Wedding Cakes….jpg "auburnweddingphotographer15")
…and resulted in one of the most epic cake fights I have ever seen (and don’t let this picture fool you – it looks like Lisa’s getting the brunt of it, but if you look closely, Hunter already has chocolate smeared on the side of his face):.jpg "auburnweddingphotographer16")
The cake fight was just the opening act. The main event was one hell of a party, headlined by The Weston Burt Band. This picture pretty much sums it up:.jpg "auburnweddingphotographer17")
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Lisa and Hunter, thank you so much for letting me be there with you – I hope the rest of your lives together is always this much fun!
Isabella is one of those babies that just oozes sweetness. She smiles a lot, laughs a lot, and is just generally happy. I seriously have concentrate on the camera to keep myself from just picking her up and squeezing her. Seriously..jpg "montgomerybabyphotographers01")
She loves her monkey. But she will share him with you if you ask. 🙂.jpg "montgomerybabyphotographers02")
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This picture puts a ridiculously stupid grin on my face:.jpg "montgomerybabyphotographers04")
You can’t have a first birthday without making a mess with cake (we did make sure to clean up before we left)!.jpg "montgomerybabyphotographers05")
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