From the Elegant to the Whimsical
Imagine being this fabulous and in love! Ariel and Colby KILLED their engagement session and it was awesome to see how sweet they are together.
It had been storming all day and while I love a stormy look, I was overjoyed when the sunshine came through just in time to give this session even more of a romantic look.
I love that Ariel chose this incredible venue! Village Creek Landing is one of St. Simons Island’s most beautiful marshside venues. The two tie the knot in January!
All sunshine and love with these two during their Atlanta engagement session in Piedmont Park. Elizabeth and Tyler are going to be the loveliest bride and groom duo in July!
Despite those cold crazy winds that hit yesterday, Allyson + Miles couldn’t have been more delightful and dreamy during their engagement session. Such champs! ✨
Cannot wait to be a part of their May wedding! Sending up the prayers for good weather now!
As a photographer, I have no greater satisfaction than helping clients feel beautiful and confident in front of a camera. My passion and purpose have intersected...and I couldn’t be happier capturing love like Sam + Adair’s.
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I LOVED tinkering with this darker editing style upon Adair’s request. It really worked her floral dress and the Jekyll trees as the sun disappeared. I may have to use it more :)
Cannot wait for thier Horse Stamp Inn wedding! Oh, it's going to be beautiful!
I thought I had discovered all the St. Simons Island beach accesses and but when Kelsey asked for some tall grass to be incorporated in their shoot, we took a turn I had not gone down before in hopes of some cool shrubbery.
I was so surprised and thrilled to discover these patches of beautiful amber grasses that makes this island beach access look like an autumn dream. Kelsey and Jordan's outfits paired perfectly with this warm fall landscape.
So excited for Kelsey + Jordan's October wedding!
It's crazy what you notice when you've got a camera in hand and a pretty couple by your side. I've walked down the Coast Guard each access probably 1,000 times and never fully noticed or appreciated the different types of backgrounds this one little spot has. I'm in love with this little beach fencing and the desert look of the trees. I love feeling like a tourist on my own island. Megan and Ryan looked amazing in their beachy outfits against these backdrops! Loved their outfit choices!
Megan has one of the most unique engagement rings I've ever seen! Smitten!
It is a mix of rose gold and white gold in the shape of a rose flower.
What made you fall for him?
He made me laugh and loved my nerdy personality.
Three things that fuel your relationship:
Bike rides, date nights, and hammock family time
Do you have any advice for other couples?
Don't take things too seriously. Have fun. Enjoy life. Move to a vacation area near the beach. :)
Sweet and in love down to the bone, these two are. They'll be getting married next year in beautiful upstate New York where Lee's family is from. Read more of their sweet, sweet story below!
How did you two meet? Who made the first move?
Lee and I met at Brogen's right after Lee came back from the Marine Corps. It started out as a friendship but eventually, it grew stronger. Lee was picking me up every day for work and school, which eventually turned into my favorite part of my day. Lee became my best friend extremely fast. One day before he picked me up for work, I got a text message saying, "I have a crush on you." At first I was extremely shocked but I knew deep down I had feelings for him too. After that it was like our relationship jumped on the speed way and took off.
How and where did he propose?
Lee proposed on the upper stairs deck at Brogen's where we met. He had candles and rose petals on every stair leading up to the balcony. Once I looked up and saw him, he had the big gold balloons behind him that said, "Marry Me." Once I got up to him he got down on one knee and rose petals fell off the ceiling fan. I screamed yes before he could even get the ring out.
The three things that fuel our relationship I would say is laughter, the "little things," (ex: notes left on the white board on our refrigerator), and our favorite TV shows. (Law and Order: SVU and The Fosters)
My engagement ring is an oval shaped solitaire with a rose gold band. It's even more special because Lee had it made for me.
My prayer is that my business presence and images reflect the personality of the couple I am working with and the joy of their wedding day - giving attention to all the hard work and detail that went into making their day memorable - to make sure that the bride and groom's story is told like the grand romance it is. My job is made pretty easy and fun when I have couple's like Katie and Ward whose love for each other, God, their families, and St. Simons Island is so evident. Show them so love below and enjoy their wedding story.
The prayers of these women are strong, true and representative the Father's heart, bringing peace on what could be a jittery time. Only joy was present.
There's a photo album from the bride to the groom on the swing? The swing she played on as a kid? And she's gonna sneak up behind him as he's reading it. Oh, that's ROMANTIC as ALL GET OUT. And just when you thought it couldn't get any more romantic...Ward surprised her with a live painter for their reception. Ahhhwwww.
Some of the cutest shots from Katie and Ward's engagement session was also on a swing!
Katie's vision for the wedding was everything enchanting, exciting and southern with muted neutrals. Pretty sure she pulled it off.
Amongst the marshes of Glynn, Katie and Ward married. Big, beautiful storm clouds rolled in just before the ceremony. Katie was patient, waited out the rain, and after all of the sweet guests pitched in drying the chairs, married her soul mate under the storm clouds. It couldn't have been more lovely.
I about jumped out of my car when I pulled up to the reception. Look at that sunset. Every photographers' golden dream.
Katie grew up around the McKinnon St. Simons Island Airport and what a beautiful backdrop it made for their sunset portraits!
This was the first event held in this hanger and boy, did they do a fabulous job. My favorite parts were probably the hanging greenery and the working SWING!
Katie and I got to reconnect and recreate some photos with our GP girls that we mentored the summer we worked together. I even jumped in for a photo!
The night ended with a grand sparkler exit where the couple boarded a plane and flew off to their happy ever after.
Katie and Ward, thank you a million times over for being so incredible. I hope this
new adventure together gets better each and every day. Your joy is contagious and I
absolutely loved being surrounded by it on your wedding day.
Hair : Alana Becky at Uberzoot Hair Co.
Makeup : Judy Crouch
Dress: Bridals by Lori and mother's veil
Shoes : The Pampered Foot
Florals : The Vine and Randy Cribb
Ceremony Program: Bess Ratsimbaharison
Ceremony Music : Charlie Judd
Violinist: Morgan Stokes
Entertainment : Loose Chain
Live Painter: Elaine Burge Art
Food : Tasteful Temptations
Cake : Erin Scoggins
Invitations : Home made by Aimee Otte
Tables : Amelia Events
Coordinator : Allyson Moline
Videographer : Joshua Gellerstedt
Second Photographer : Laura Angela Photography
It was great to be back in Athens, my favorite classic city, for this engagement shoot. Jessi has such a caring and strong spirit and I'm so thrilled that she has met her other half. They are absolutely delightful together - height difference and all.
How did you meet?
We met through friends at a UGA tailgate (they were playing Auburn at home). Luke made the first move by asking me if I wanted to walk around and check out the other tailgates around Myers Quad!
What made you fall for him?
Well he sure is tall and handsome! ;) But for real, he was so kind to me even when we first met and genuinely cared to find out about me and my life. He has never stopped being the kindest person I know and constantly genuinely cares about my well-being and my happiness.
How and where did he propose?
I had been in full event planning mode getting ready for a birthday celebration for Luke's birthday this year! Luke had been helping the whole week getting his family farm ready for the celebration. I was about to get off work the day before the party and I got a text from Luke asking me to please come out to the farm (about a 45 minute drive) and jump his car off because the battery died and no one else was answering. This had actually happened before so I didn't think much of it and said sure!
I drove out to the farm and pulled up, looking for Luke's truck to see where I needed to park. As I was pulling up, I saw tiki torches lining a path to the pond and bright bistro lights strung all around. It was a beautiful setup and I thought Luke did all of this for the party until he walked out from behind his truck in a collared shirt - which I thought was odd for work clothes - and told me he wanted to show me around. He had brought out our favorite dinner and prepared a campfire complete with s'mores! Once I realized this was not for the party, he got down on one knee and asked me to marry him. To which I replied, "Yes, of course"!
Do you have any advice for other couples?
Early in our relationship, we had to go through some of the hardest things couples have to go through and we couldn't have made it without absolute love and support from each other. Life is hard, but sometimes all your partner needs is just to know you care for and support them no matter what storms come your way.
This classic St. Simons Island engagement session is one of my favorites. We hit all the romantic spots - the Marina, the Avenue of the Oaks, and East Beach.
Also, Merissa and Gavin's couple song is such a classic ^
How did you meet?
We met at Glynn Academy through mutual friends. Poor Gavin made the first move several times - I was oblivious for years!
How and where did he propose?
Key Biscayne, FL - He took me to the beach July 4th weekend (my favorite holiday) and asked me in front of a light house.
Do you have any advice for other couples?
Relationships aren't a race - have fun, enjoy each other's company, and cherish the little moments
I loved shooting this engagement session at the Stables at Frederica on St. Simons Island at sunrise and then at Katie's childhood swing.
Katiebug is a ray of sunshine everywhere she goes. I was so blessed to work with her at The Gathering Place a few summers ago and see her share her sunshine with others. Now, she has found her sweet other half, Ward. Ya'll, they are so fun.
THE CUTEST.
I'm a sucker for spring colors, ponies and soft sunlight falling over the tips of the trees.
A perfect shoot.
You are never too old for your favorite swing.
CAN'T WAIT for Katie and Ward's August wedding!
I just love dreamy, sunset engagement sessions. It's a great way to get to know my couples better, try out different poses, learn what works for them.
To be honest, sometimes it's an awkward trial and error process. Some of those cute poses on Pinterest don't work for everyone. That's why I'm grateful for easy-going, patient people like Kelly and Dexter. You can see the love between them and that's way more important than the pose I choose.
Where did he propose? "At a place called "trapped" where you have to find clues in order to get out of a room. The last "clue" was my ring! It's cushion cut, simple, and perfect for me!"
What three things fuel their relationship? Their dog, family and good food/beer ;)
I can't wait for their Hilton Head Island wedding!
I've known Becky since I was 10 years old and she's been my "Sea-Star" ever since. I'm beyond excited that she has found somebody that matches her compassion and adventurous spirit. Logan, take care of my girl. It was great getting to know you as we walked around downtown Spokane and took advantage of the Chinese parade decorations. :D
“I never liked country before him, but now I listen to it when I want to think of him. It reminds me of summer love, driving in a truck with the windows down, and hanging by a river. As cheesy as that sounds, it is true.”
Besides fabulous color-coordinating skills, the things that fuel Katie + Luke's relationship are eating good food together, laughter, and support/ encouragement.
How and where did he propose?
He surprised me (which was awesome) by driving down to SSI and showing up to dinner that I thought was supposed to be with my family. We were going to eat at the Raw Bar on Jekyll, and there he was standing/shaking by a beautiful oak near the marsh. It was perfection honestly.
Congratulations Eric and Christy!
She thought they were just going to watch a pretty Christmas Eve sunset. What she got was much more beautiful. What a magical time!
It was my first time visiting Atlanta's beautiful Piedmont Park and I was lucky enough to tag along with these two. They are counting down the days until their Paris wedding next year. How cool are they? Not too mention they were wonderful enough to take me to dinner at Bantam and Biddy for the best black bean soup and chicken fingers w/ wasabi honey dip.. ever. I'm nothing but grateful for that, but the best part of the evening was seeing how bright and exciting Leslie's and Alex's future together is going to be.
