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Monday, September 5, 2016

The wedding dreams are made of.

Regardless of the long weekend, Caleb and I still photographed a wedding on Saturday! Although it was a long, 13 hour day, we still had the best time with Alyssa and Jon and their gang. Honestly it kind of overwhelms us when family/friends of the bride and groom consider us to be an addition to their day, rather than just another vendor. It means so much when they remember our names. One of the bridesmaids simply said "Kayla, where should I sit my bags so they aren't in your way?", and its sad how much it surprised me that she called me by name! A lot of the time, we are just called "the photographers" and it was really nice to feel welcomed and recognized from the get go! We're lucky to work with so many people who truly value photography.

Right as I arrived her mom dropped everything to see if I wanted a coffee, or something to eat. I knew when I met Alyssa that there was a good chance all of her ladies would be just as sweet as her, and I couldn't have been more right. Caleb dropped me off and headed to hang out with the guys at their hotel and he did all the groomsmen photos solo. He's really rockin' this gig lately more than ever. So proud :) this wouldn't be the same without him.










Is this not the most fabulous Mother-of-the-Bride dress you've ever seen!?

Their ceremony was adorable. Alyssa and Jon didn't do a first look so his reaction when she walked down the aisle was just the sweetest.







We were so excited when the bridal portraits officially started. Luckily we've shot at this venue in Dayton before (Country Club of the North) and the coordinator let us go alone with the golf carts! They even wanted to venture sort-of in someones backyard to make some willow tree magic happen, and I didn't refuse...even if it gave me a little anxiety! ;)


Can I just take a moment to say Alyssa is incredible at make up?! She did her own and it was flawless and lasted ALL day. I've basically been convincing her since that morning that she could totally change her life calling and do that for a living! ;)








They even let us sneak them out for a few sunset photos, which we all know are my FAVORITE.




I'm really not joking when I say we loved every second. Sure it was a long day, but when everyone involved is so kind the entire day, and truly VALUE what Caleb and I do, it makes it so much more enjoyable. For the last 20 minutes before we left, we danced the night away with all their friends, we and already put all of our gear away. We had way too much fun and definitely feel like we made some new friends!

I'm SO thrilled we get the day off today, which also means only a 4 day work week...then a FREE WEEKEND! Woo woo! Happy Labor Day, friends! Hope everyone has fun plans!

11 comments:

  1. So beautiful, Kayla! Your talent just blows me away. It's amazing that both you and Caleb have been so successful at something you're so passionate about, and I'm so happy your clients take the time to show you how much they appreciate your hard work!

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  2. These are stunning!! You're an incredible photographer :)

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  3. Kayla, your photography is incredible! I haven't seen your wedding photography before and I'm blown away. The bride is also as beautiful as can possibly be, and what a great setting! So glad you were able to enjoy yourselves despite the long day. Happy Labor Day, have a fun day off!

    Lexi, Lex Be Livin’

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  4. You two are so incredible. Every time you post photos I wish that you didn't live halfway across the country so that whenever I get married I could have you two shoot my wedding. The groom's reaction to the bride walking down the aisle made me cry a little ha. That is my absolute favorite part of weddings. I'm glad that you two had such a great time & felt so appreciated.

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  5. What a beautiful wedding! And is their entire wedding party models?! Holy cow they look great! Glad you guys had some fun too, and that's so sweet that they were so kind and welcoming to you!

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  6. What a GORGEOUS bride... seriously!! And I cannot believe she did her own makeup, it's flawless!!!

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  7. What an absolutely stunning bride and her floral - oh my gosh - GORGEOUS!! Stunning photos girl! xo, Biana -BlovedBoston

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  8. You got some gorgeous shots! You're right the bridal make up is just stunning! I've been to the Country Club of the North for a few events, it's a pretty nice venue too!

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  9. These pictures, though! Heart-eye emoji. That is one stunning bride! I'm glad you felt so valued - you always should with all the hard work you put into your photography!

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