Emily & Seth ~ the Engagement

We had another glorious session at Salomon Farm with Emily and Seth. I am head over heels for this time of the year when the fields are tall and golden and flecked with cattails and purple wildflowers. Nature set the scene perfectly for this sweet couple. Some of my favorite images from Emily and Seth were just candid ones when they weren't thinking about the camera, but just hanging out like best friends do.

Congratulations again on your engagement, Emily and Seth! Looking forward to capturing more of you and nature's beauty next October at your wedding!

Emily Morgan

This little beauty is my first ever niece!!! I am just a tad bit excited about being an aunt... :D She is one lucky gal to have Katie and Mike for parents. They just adore her. She is literally all grins and giggles - so happy and content just to sit in your arms and snuggle. Here are some 2 month pictures when they were here visiting all the way from California!

Love you all so much! Thank you for letting me photograph this sweet little bundle of joy! xoxo

Kara & Jason ~ the Wedding

What a way to end September! Kara and Jason chose to hold their wedding celebration at the Empyrean in downtown Fort Wayne, which overlooks the beautiful summit city in every direction. Kara was nothing less than stunning in her trumpet lace gown, and Jason looked quite dapper in his paisley suspenders and bow tie. I, for one, was completely head over heels for the champagne bridesmaids dresses - timeless. Ohh how I want one!

After the ceremony at Fort Wayne United Methodist, guests enjoyed cocktails on the 26th floor while welcoming the new Mr. and Mrs. Zydb. Dinner was served one floor below, which was quite an event all on it's own, choosing from several stations serving a variety of delicacies, just the right size to sample them all. Back up on the top floor, the live band Urban Legend took the reigns and set the party into full swing. On-point. {Girls can sing!!} Kara and Jason ended the night with classy gelato bar - Bethanie and I can vouch for the Merlot gelato being totally awesome. Incredible couple, incredible venue, band, view, food, flowers, attire ... I could go on and on.

Kara - what a beauty you are inside and out. I loved working with you both!

Kimberly & Ryan ~ the Wedding

I've been looking forward to this wedding all year. Not only is this stunning bride my sister-in-law, but two of my girls also had the privilege of being "princesses" in the wedding (as Wynne would say...) We would be celebrating with family from near and far. And as if it couldn't get any better, the wedding was being held at the amazing Loft 310 in Kalamazoo.

Everything was picture perfect. Of course I wasn't surprised, since Kim is an event planner at Loft 310. Every detail was perfect and personal. Shades of gold eluded a warm welcome among the classic black and white. The clear sky was the perfect setting for the ceremony held on the Skydeck overlooking downtown Kalamazoo. After enjoying a cocktail hour in the Gatsby, complete with tomato soup shots and grilled cheese bites, guests were wined and dined in the Loft, before letting loose and dancing the night away. Kimberly and Ryan ended the night with more cocktails on the Skydeck under the stars.

Kimberly and Ryan ~ thank you for such a memorable event! It was flawless. Love you both dearly and so honored that you asked me to photograph the day for you.

XOXO

Kelli & Alan ~ the Wedding

This wedding... it was the epitome of classic rustic charm and vintage elegance. From Kelli's dress, to the chalk calligraphy, to the century old farmhouse and wooden barn overlooking the pond, every detail added just the right touch of casual sophistication. Kelli was an absolutely stunning bride. Despite the on again off again rain and 90 degree heat, there was an easy-going air throughout the day in anticipation of the unfolding events.

And might I just add... I have long been awaiting the day when someone would finally serve pizza at a wedding - and OH MY they did! And it was even better than I ever imagined!! 800 degrees, you've outdone yourself. And as if it couldn't be any better, it only added to the experience to watch them set up their workstation outside where they prepared the hors d'oeuvres and pizza and baked them right there in their special wood fired ovens. {Thank you, Kelli and Alan, for making my dream come true!}

Elizabeth & Jeremy ~ the Wedding

Elizabeth and Jeremy had a beautiful late summer wedding. Long, flowing gowns, accents in navy blue and sage, with hints of glitzy old hollywood glamour. There was a sense of classiness and ease throughout the day. Elizabeth and Jeremy had a moment to pray together before the wedding without seeing each other before the ceremony - an alternative to the "first look." The reception was held at the Kendallville Event Center, and the dance floor was alive the entire night. I always get a kick out of watching the guests whip out their best dance moves, but my favorite of the night by far was Elizabeth and her sister perform "Sisters" from White Christmas complete with feather boas! Sigh** a girl after my own heart!

Congratulations Elizabeth and Jeremy! Here's to a beautiful life together!

Michelle & Max ~ the Wedding

One of the biggest perks of my job is getting to experience so many new locations. I had never heard of the Windmill Farm in Kendallville before, but what a cute place to have a wedding! Michelle and Max had a beautiful day and perfect weather. The girls were donned in lace and pearls, from Michelle's classic gown, to the mint and coral bridesmaid dresses, to the dreamy sequinned flower girl dresses. After a lovely ceremony at St. John's Lutheran Church, we meandered over to the Windmill Museum where guests spent the evening mingling both in and outdoors, and walking around the farm.

Thank you, Michelle and Max, for allowing me to be a part of your day! Wishing you a lifetime of happiness!