Zack & Sam | 4.16.11

I first met Sam and Zack, along with Sam's mom, Lisa, last fall at Panera Bread just as they were in the early stages of planning their wedding.  Immediately, I liked them.  Still do.  Even more now as we have gotten to know them during these last several months. 
  

"Carry laughter with you wherever you go."

Hugh Sidey

Their engagement session just did fit in those last days of fall!  This little park just off the main square is where Zack took Sam when he proposed. The lighting was just beautiful. Perfect timing and perfect place. 

We take no responsibility for this prop.  Great idea having Sam and Zack carve a pumpkin, Lisa.  This was no small task accomplishing this, but together, they did it!  And what fun!  A memory keeper for sure!

Both Zack and Sam were so easy going and completely settled when it came to being in front of the

 camera lens. Getting to know them before the wedding was a perk for us!  A favorite shot of the day ...

"For where your TREASURE is there your heart will be also." 

Matthew 6:21

Kay

Zack & Sam | Danforth Chapel | 4.16.11

He didn't say it, but I can only imagine he was thinking the same thing we were ...

Rain, rain, go away, come again some other day.

And, it was still raining when we started pictures!

  

Despite the clouds, rain and weather sirens, Sam never let it effect her...

she was getting MARRIED and that's all that mattered.

Storm clouds passed ... and then the sun came out!

Some moments to cherish...

What a great day filled with friends, family and lots of love! Both Sam and Zack really went out of their way to enjoy every second of their day! AND make sure their guests enjoyed it as much.

The wedding day was so full of beautiful details ...

... and fun moments between the bride and groom.

The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. 

They must be felt with the heart.      Helen Keller

Okay.  So every now and then, we have to let our mom choose an image. So here's one of her favorites.   Actually, one of the last taken.  Sam's mom...who now has the treasure of a daughter and son.

The wedding is the event,

the marriage is the journey.

Thank you Zack and Sam so much ... for choosing us. It was a JOY and privilege to be the ones

to document your day. You were definitely meant to be ... Mr. & Mrs.


"May the Lord make your love increase
and overflow for each other." I Thessalonians 3:12

 

Jill and Kay

Dillon & Jody | 11.24.10

Jody is one of my best friends (and my suitemate), and I was so excited when she called me this past summer to tell me that Dillon asked her to marry him... and she said yes! 

One of the initial ways Jody & Dillon got to know each other was working together with Appalachian Ministries.  Each week they come to this park with other volunteers to meet with the youth in the area, leading Bible studies, playing games, and simply loving the youth. 

Mom and Kay brought this huge bouquet of balloons from Richmond.  The colors were perfect.

Personally, I feel like this next shot is the one that should go in the invitations. 

Look closely - I feel certain you'll agree with me.  :)

This trio of images is my favorite.  I don't remember exactly what they were laughing at (maybe this was when I almost fell off the tire I was trying to perch on), but their expressions are priceless.

After a wardrobe change, we headed to a secret mountain-top location shown to me by my friend Brooke.  I would tell you where it was, but Brooke has made me promise to keep her secret...

Usually, our clients don't see their images for 2-3 weeks.  However, when that client lives with you - it's difficult to keep them waiting.  As I was downloading the images, Jody casually sat down beside me.  After a while, I let her watch, and this next image was our favorite.

One last shot with the balloons before they let them go...

"I am my beloved's and my beloved is mine..." 
                                  - Song of Solomon 6:3

Dillon and Jody - we can't believe it's the 6 month countdown to the wedding!  Time flies! 

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