Y'all! đ I can't even! What an amazing wedding between Kylee and Zachary on Kylee's family farm in Centralia, Mo. I couldn't imagine a more perfect place for these two to tie the knot.
It was incredibly hard to pick images for their official full sneak peek. I didn't even do my regular first sneak peek because it was so hard to pick just a few. The kids, their wedding party, and their family were all amazing.
This couple has several things backing them. Number 1 is God, whom they both cherish and cling to. Number 2 is their loving family. Number 3 is a loving community that showed up in force to show their love and support for these two. What a perfect day it turned out to be. Sunshine, a bit of a chill in the air, but all perfect for that Fall mood.
I was so excited to be able to shoot this wedding since I've known the groom's family since school bus days in Thompson, from grade school on. Back when we all had big hair. đ I've known the bride's family since my son and she was in grade school together. Small towns are the best!
Kylee was a stunning bride! When those doors opened at the top of the aisle and our handsome groom saw his bride for the first time.... the emotion on his face. It was beautiful. â¤ď¸
Grabbing pictures of the wedding party was a blast. It always is with a big group. I even got to do a new idea with them and they went with it.
So many fun moments with the couple themselves. I love when a couple wants to and takes the time needed to bring all of their wedding images from the day to life - from the beginning to the reception. And getting the time to do their couple's portraits were perfect. A golden hour moment in time. We got romantic, we laughed, they smooched, and when I said, "Okay, Zach now I want you to pull your wife close." They both jumped and looked at each other. Both Bri (my second photographer) and I were like, "What?" And they started laughing and they're both like, "Wife!" Zachary's exclaimed, "She's my wife!" And Kylee's like, "I'm his wife!" Yes, it was another perfect moment. đ
We had a full moon, a crisp Fall night, and all the traditional moments for the reception, but then there was an epic surprise for the groom. Unknown to him Kylee had created a special gift. He was called up by the fabulous DJ Tammy Ladwig and the song started. A song is sung by the bride for her husband. I'd like to say I was strong, but I got teary-eyed.
Anyway, it was the best day, which I knew it would be with these two. I pray for countless blessings on your marriage, Kylee and Zachary! You have amazing examples in your parents and you got God. There's nothing you can't do!
Thank you for letting me be a part of your day!
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