Andrew + Savannah • Wedding at the American Wind Power Center

I first met Savannah and Andrew in January, when we had the pleasure of photographing Savannah's sister's wedding. I remember watching them laughing together on the dance floor and thinking that there was some serious chemistry between them- and it turns out, I didn't know the half of it- an engagement was coming right up. :)

My parents had 3 daughters (I am the eldest), and so after meeting Savannah's family, which was the same, I felt an instant affection. This has been an incredible year for them- and probably one that they never could have predicted- all 3 girls married in the span of 5 months! And let me tell you, they did it with flair and so much love- wisely hiring Jill Leven to coordinate the two that were in Lubbock.

So, being such a special season, Savannah's mother asked if they could do a special shoot before the ceremony with all 3 girls in their wedding dresses. I loved it- it was the perfect way to celebrate and remember. The rain held off for us for just long enough to capture those photos. 

Speaking of rain, it was there. Alllll there....alllll day. But I have to tell you- it mattered not! Savannah, Andrew, and the rest of their families were so laid back and easy about it all, which made it just wonderful. The couple chose to get ready and do their first look and portraits at her parents' home. Upon entering, we saw Savannah casually talking with Andrew and the rest of their families. It was a relaxed atmosphere, and you could feel a buzz of excitement about the whole house. I am so thankful they trusted us- because we eventually ended up under their carport to shoot some portraits to keep everyone out of the rain. God still provided us great light and some green to shoot against. :)

The ceremony at the American Wind Power Center was an intimate one, including just family- and then the couple welcomed many more guests at the reception which featured the most delicious lemonade I have ever tasted, many familiar faces, and the most stellar entertainment-  the Caldwell Entertainment Players.

Enough talk- on to the photos- and also- check out that perfectly pink dress! Gorgeous! Congratulations you two!

Venue: American Wind Power Center

Event Coordination: Jill Leven with Eat, Drink, and be Marry

Hair: Ashley Williams, Roxi's Hair Studio

Makeup: Brenda Becknell

Dress: Bella's

Cakes: Jennifer Cisneros and Simply Decadent Bakery

Catering: Jeana's Feedbag Catering

Entertainment: Caldwell Entertainment Players

Floral: Dayspring Designs

Quartet: Ellsworth String Quartet

Linens:

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Chris + Rae Dawn Elope! • Caprock Canyons State Park

For as long as I have known Rae Dawn, she has been a fun, no-fuss, adventurous person- and so when she told me that she and Chris had decided to elope, I was not surprised at all...and of course I was hoping I'd get to photograph it! Photographing an elopement has been a bucket-list item for me for a long time (and I'd love to do more, hint hint!).

These two were married at a beautifully scenic spot at Caprock Canyons State Park last Saturday- and it was such a beautiful thing to witness. The day before the wedding, they decided to invite their parents to be there- and it was so special to photograph their reactions to all of the events. It made it such a personal, intimate time- and I'm so thankful that she and Chris allowed Shawn and I along on this special day.  

Congratulations, you two! Thanks for letting us tag along!

Heath + Danielle • Wedding

Ya'll, there is something about a small town West Texas wedding that is so close to my heart. Heath and Danielle were married earlier this month at a tiny, beautiful church in tiny, beautiful Wilson, Texas. The entire town came to celebrate. I am not kidding- the ENTIRE town. There were so many people in that little church that they had to have overflow seating to accommodate everyone- that is some serious love + support! It was a beautiful, sweet ceremony- and then, the entire town went to celebrate at the reception. Let me tell you, feeding that many people is quite a task- and these guys did it with style, laughs, and lots of small-town hospitality. It really was an incredible day to witness. These two are so much fun and really majored on the majors. They focused on what was important to them, and let everything else just be. That, my friends, is a great way to start a marriage. Congrats Mr. and Mrs. Talkmitt!