Samantha and Matt - Wedding

This is Samantha and Matt’s wedding in Union, Missouri! St. Joseph Catholic Church, where their ceremony and reception took place, is in the middle of gorgeous fields. It was so nice to get out of the city for a weekend. Samantha put a lot of time and thought into the beautiful details (mostly DIY) that she incorporated during the day. But of course, not everything can be planned. Samantha and Matt had some crazy weather for their big day! There was a storm before the ceremony and then a another storm during the reception. Luckily we got some nice, peaceful sunshine in between the two storms to get some beautiful shots.

During storm number 1, the power went out...right when everyone was trying to get ready! The girls had to get ready by window light.

Luckily, the power came back on right before it was time to walk down the aisle.

Check out Samantha and Matt’s DIY photo booth!

..And we just HAD to steal the newlyweds from the reception to take advantage of this gorgeous “break in the storm” light.

Congratulations to Samantha and Matt! It was a blast!

Stephanie and Derek - Engagement

This is Stephanie and Derek. They came in from Indianapolis to do their session with us in Faust Park. Stephanie is very creative, and she had lots of ideas for their shoot. Between the two of us, we were able to come up with an overall “look” for their session...even though I’m not sure what that look would be called! It’s a little country, and very sweet and whimsical.

Stephanie and Derek met each other when they both went to Ball State University together.

Stephanie and Derek, it was great. Can’t wait for the wedding!

Jojo and Joe - Wedding

This is Jojo and Joe. Their wedding ceremony and reception were at the Missouri Botanical Gardens. Jojo and Joe were so excited to be getting married! When you saw them look into each others’ eyes, you could tell that they are so in love. We had a beautiful day to be outside, especially considering there was a thunderstorm the morning of the wedding! Planning by the lovely Katie Sotiriou and Blush Weddings & Events.

Jojo and Joe’s first look at the Botanical Gardens...

One of Joe’s daughters, Amy, designed and made the wedding cake! She did a beautiful job, don’t you think?

Congratulations Jojo and Joe! We will see you soon for the Celebrate the Dress Session :)