Chandler Hill Vineyard Anniversary: Matt + Becca

I drove through the winding hills and watched the light dance through the valleys. This place was starting to feel like home and I wasn't sure if I would want to leave at the end of the night. Chandler Hill Vineyards is tucked away in the hills of Missouri. As the sun sets, it seems as though the valley of vineyards melt away into the sunset. 

It is something beautiful. 

Matt and Becca celebrated their third year of marriage, walking hand in hand through the valley. She told me about the beginnings of their relationship and the proposal and how they have journeyed together since then. Matt is a romantic. Always leaving notes and gifts for her. He would even have her friends deliver gifts to her when they were in college. And she is kind. Always thinking of others and pouring out encouraging words over their lives.

It is really something beautiful.

Matt prayed for Becca and for their relationship while they were dating. He wrote it all down in a pretty pink book and gave it to her the night he asked her to be his wife.

Since these pearls belong to Becca's mom, they were extra special.

a handmade bouquet...

so lovely.

Becca, you are GORGEOUS.

oh so sweet!!

 working their stuff.

Photography: Jordan Brittley

Venue: Chandler Hill Vineyards

Hair and Makeup: Studio Branca

Family Photos: for the Bride

During our consultation before the wedding, I always talk to my brides about the importance of family photos in natural light. And time. These photos are meaningful and something that they will cherish as the years go on. I want to capture the emotion of the wedding day while keeping things relaxed and moving. Because no one wants to stand out in the heat for hours taking family pictures.

I usually allow 30 minutes to photograph the family as a whole, starting with the entire family on the bride's side and then removing the layers until we are left with just mom and dad. I then begin adding the grooms side until we have the whole family in the photo again. And if the bride and groom have siblings, I make sure to get a photo with them as well. 

I am so very thankful for my brides. They trust me to capture those precious memories and I am thrilled to be part of their day.

St Louis Wedding: Randy + Alex

I love meeting new people and being challenged by them. And I love making new friends. :) I had the pleasure of working with Sarah Crowder a couple months ago (see the feature HERE) and I look forward to our future adventures!! 

Sarah makes everyone smile :)

Happy Wednesday!

Bolivar Wedding: Blake + Abby

It all started in a band. The high school band, that is. He played the trombone and she the french horn. She sat behind him on the bleachers and in between songs, they would look at each other. You know, the way you look at someone when you are head over heels for them. And that's where it started... with heels and stolen glances.

Abby and Blake are fun to watch... maybe it's how real they are with each other or maybe it's because they make you feel like you belong. Or maybe it's because their joy is contagious... Abby and Blake, I love you both and I am so thankful that I had the honor of sharing in your big day! 

gorgeous, gorgeous girl!

love, looooooooove first looks

this. is. adorable.

look at how excited he is!!

gorgeous.

this is it. right here. I L-O-V-E it!

details, details :)

I will end on this sweet note! 

To see more photos from the day (and Abby's bridal session), head on over to their website!

CLICK HERE!