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Clayton & Kristen's Backyard Wedding!

Clayton and Kristen were married on September 17th, 2016.  The weather was iffy, it rained here and there but it didn't last long and the sky's were blue.  They were set to be married on Clayton's mom's property.  It was BEAUTIFUL.  Their ceremony site was nestled back in the trees, and their tents were perfectly placed behind the ceremony location.  One tent for tables and one tent for dinner and dancing--complete with a custom made black and white dance floor to match their colors.  She ordered her dress online, he wore his dad's ring, she wore moms earrings.  My favorite kind of personal touches!  

Sometimes you just need a moment before you walk down the aisle...

Or maybe two moments <3

Dad making sure the sky is clear!

Kristen has a bakery business.  She made all the cupcakes and cake pops!  I told her she was crazy to do that for her own wedding, but they turned out amazing...and they tasted just as great! 

I say it all the time...as photographers we aren't there to snap photos of your day.  We're there to make sure your day is perfect.  I've tied bows, fixed hair, helped Grandmas walk, held flowers, dried flowers, and bustled SO MANY dresses.  This time I sewed Kristen's dress. :)  

Kristen & Clayton, thank you so much to the both of you for letting us be a part of your (beautiful) day.  I hope you cherish these memories forever.  I wish you nothing but the best and I can't wait to see your love grow through the years! <3 

Stephanie & Jacob's Dayton Wedding

Jake was in my friend's wedding a few years ago...referrals are my favorite!  Stephanie emailed me several months ago and booked me without even meeting me.  We did their engagement photos in the Spring then they're wedding day came quick.  They found this awesome venue in Dayton.   Cedar Springs Pavillon.  It was very much worth the drive out there.  The weather was perfect (a little hot, but the sun was shining and the sky was blue).   We had so much fun with these two.  Stephanie was chill and ready to walk down the aisle with her grandpa to see her fiance for the first time.  Jake was grinning ear to ear, waiting for her. 

Thank you two for letting us be apart of your day.  We had so much fun, and I loved spending the day with you guys!

 Jo, I love you for always pushing me outside of my box. <3

This was something special.  At the end of the night Stephanie's Grandpa pulled us aside and gave us each one of these crisp two dollar bills.  He told us if we never spend it, we'll never be broke.  It was the sweetest thing.  It's in my office, where it will stay <3

Just a few behind the scenes... with our super cool shades.  That's how we roll.