Allie + Shane | The Mill at Yellow River Wedding, Porterdale, Ga.

I have had the pleasure of knowing Allie + Shane for just over a year now. I met Allie while photographing her friend, my neighbor, Cailey during her maternity boudoir session. We three (well FOUR! Can't forget baby girl Brooklyn in her mama's belly!) had so much fun that day! A couple of weeks later, Allie asked me if I would be her and Shane's wedding photographer. . .I was very excited to accept! Then I met Shane and learned more about their love story. These two and the love they have for one another is incredible. I've had so much fun getting to know them and helping them with their wedding photography. Allie + Shane's wedding day was beyond fabulous! The 1920's glamorous theme can be found in all the little details. From the invitations to the sparkly headpieces her ladies adorned. The team that Allie + Shane assembled, rocked their talents! Several of their vendors are also their friends and that made it so much more special. AND, isn't Allie's grown to die for?! Lazaro, the designer himself drew up a sketch of Allie in this gown! How awesome!

Congratulations Allie + Shane!

Vendors: Venue: The Mill at Yellow River Wedding Coordinator: Candace Hightower, Mingle Events & Rentals Hair + Makeup Artist: Samantha Gunn of Gunn Glamour Hair, Makeup & Bridal Florals: Beyond Details Brides Gown: Lazaro Catering: Thaddeus Keefe, 1 Kept Invitation: Minted Ceremony Vocalist: Erick Baker Reception Band: JJ and Micah and the Cool Pups

Rachel + Jason | Madison, Ga. Wedding

The weekend before Thanksgiving, we met Rachel + Jason in Madison at the Madison Baptist Church for a spectacular day! When we arrived, Miriam and I fell in love with the gorgeous garland that Rachel and her friends made of magnolia leaves and other evergreens that decorated the outside and inside of the church. It added a perfect festive look! Rachel + Jason's first look was so sweet. When Jason turned around to see his bride in her gorgeous gown, the wind was breezing through her veil and she was smiling from ear to ear. During their ceremony they had an event painter, Elaine Oye Burge, that captured them standing at the alter so colorfully!

Their reception was a full on party! The live band, City Heat Band, kept it going all night long! Their guests danced the night away in celebration of Rachel + Jason's big day.

Congratulations Rachel + Jason!!! I had so much fun with you and your friends and family.

Vendors: Venues: Ceremony, Madison Baptist Church, Reception: The Hall at The Madison-Morgan Cultural Center Day of Coordinator: Margaret Ligon Hair Artist: On Cloud 9, Tori Atkins Makeup Artist: Pure Bliss Spa & Shop, Diana + Julie Florals: Designs by Ginny, Ginny Smith Cake: Cake Design by Debra, Debra Adams Catering: Greg Harris Rentals: Lake Oconee Rental Bride's + Bridesmaid's Dresses: Formally Yours Tux Rentals: Joseph A Bank Groom's Bow Tie: Wadmalaw Wild Ties Event Painter: Elaine Oye Burge Live Entertainment: City Heat Band

Winn + David | Burge Plantation, Mansfield, Ga Wedding

Pumpkins, puppies and LOTS of happiness! What a day it was for Winn + David! When we first arrived at Burge Plantation we were greeted with beautiful pumpkins - EVERY WHERE! It was so gorgeous and festive! Winn's dad grew them at their family farm in Culloden, Ga. where Winn grew up. As we made our way into the main house I could hear Winn's infectious laugh and that lead me straight to our gorgeous bride. Winn's dress is one of a kind! She designed her beautiful gown and it looked so grand on her. Her cathedral length veil + blue heals finished her look perfectly. I remember when it was time for David + Winn's first look, seeing her walking to him down the back staircase into his arms as the wind gentle blew her veil around them. I pretty much lost it with the tears. It was so beautiful!

During their ceremony, their sweet pups, Riley + Gunny made their way down the isle greeting guests with sniffs. Winn's laugh was in the air and the two became husband and wife. As they walked up the isle their guests cheered and threw bird seed in celebration!

Winn drifted across the dance floor during her and David's romantic first dance. When it came to her and her daddy's first dance, they got a little funky with it! So funky that Winn ended up on the floor! Thankfully it was a gentle fall and her daddy was right their to pick her back up and hug her.

Their reception was full of celebration with dancing and an awesome band that kept the crowd going all night long. I couldn't help but dance a little while photographing! Congratulations Winn + David!!!

Vendors: Venue: Burge Plantaion, Mansfield, Ga. Florals: Kaci's Kreations, Covington, Ga. Catering: Burge Plantation, Mansfield, Ga. Dress: Sweet Elegance Bridal in Decature, Ga., Dress Designer: Essense of Australia Bridesmaids Dresses: Bridals by Lori, Atlanta, Ga. Band: Drive Time Band, Atlanta, Ga. Invitation: Vera Wang Design printed by Charles Willis Hair + Makeup Artist: Sunny Dubica Pumpkins: Home grown from Winn's family farm, Pierson Farm in Culloden, Ga.

Erin + Kyle | Fair Weather Farms, Monroe, Ga Wedding

Last weekend marked the first day of October and Erin + Kyle's big day at Fair Weather Farms in Monroe, Ga. The weather was so, so perfect for them (and us!). Their wedding day was full of personalized decor. This made my photographer heart skip a beat! And squeal - Yes, I may have squealed!!! Erin + Kyle went to high school together and never knew one another. Years later they met on Match.com, fell in love and moved to Colorado. They decided to come all the way back to Georgia to say their vows. This meant trucking a U-Haul across the country filled with the beautiful creations Erin + Kyle have been working so hard on for their wedding day. Thankfully these two made it here safely!

Once Erin put her gown on, she realized she forgot to do her pushups. ??? I was like, "Are you for real?" She said, "Yes! I wanted to do pushups before I walked down the isle to make my arms look more toned." What a genius idea!!! So, don't you know the girl busted out 15 pushups in her wedding dress! And then one of her bridesmaids followed along. And then her mother-in-law did wall pushups! It was so fabulous! Erin even made the comment, she wished she had a ten pound weight in her bouquet to keep her arms flexed. lol Her arms did look super fabulous in her dress, no weight needed!

Erin + Kyle's first look was so sweet. They met at the end of the dock right over the lake. While Erin and I were walking down to meet Kyle, she started getting a little emotional realizing their big day was here and it was all really happening!

During their ceremony, Erin's father walked her down the isle where her brother was standing to announce that her dad would also be officiating. Which made for a very teary eyed ceremony. Gosh, I about lost it - MORE than once! Having her dad there telling stories of Erin and Kyle was the sweetest touch. Erin + Kyle surprised each other with their wedding bands. Neither of them had seen the rings before this moment. Also, during the ceremony, there was a seat reserved for Kyle's best friend, Eryc, who passed away from a tragic accident. Kyle decorated his friend's chair with a fur from a hunt they went on together. There was a picture frame with his name and one last beautiful detail, Kyle made him a boutonnière of duck feathers.

Their reception was decorated with teal blue accents. The cake table was divine - filled with several different cakes and an Oreo tower with a little milk bar. When Miriam, my assistant photographer, and I walked into the reception we both noticed the margarita station set up at the bar! Erin + Kyle brought with them from Colorado, several of their fave craft beers for their guests to enjoy. Their reception was filled with lots of catching up and chatting with their guests that traveled from all over the the country and some from out of the country.

Congratulations Erin + Kyle! I loved being a part of your beautiful wedding day!

Vendors: Venue: Fair Weather Farms, Monroe, Ga. Hair + Makeup: Salon Tru, Social Circle, Ga. Florals: JL Designs, Monore, Ga. Cakes + Cupcakes: Sweet Memories Bakery by Trisha, Monroe, Ga. Dinner Catered by: Taqueria del Sol, Atlanta, Ga. Lunch Catered by: The Caboose, Rutledge, Ga. DJ: Omar Lopez Rentals: Off Broad Rentals & Designs

Jade + Jamie | Beautiful Beginnings Farm Wedding, Newborn, Ga

I remember when I met Jade for the first time, during her wedding consult, she was SO excited to marry Jamie! Her eyes were filled joy and her heart was full of love for him. It was exciting for me to hear her talk about how they met and fell in love. Their day finally came. We met them at Beautiful Beginnings Farm in Newborn, Georgia down a very long country road. The farm was gorgeous! Jade had it decorated with sunflowers and hints of royal blue.Jade and Jamie chose to see each other before their ceremony for a first look. They laughed and starred at one another. Jade looked stunning in her mermaid fitted gown and Jamie took note of this. Jade shared an emotional first look with her daddy. He was brought to tears when he saw her. Whether it was from nerves or just plain silliness, Jamie + Jade made each other, and their guests, laugh! These two are so kind and loving and so much fun to be around!  I'm so happy for you Jade + Jamie! Congratulations!!!

Vendors: Venue: Beautiful Beginnings Farm, Newborn, Ga, Angela Hawkins Florals: Lovin Florist Dress: David's Bridal DJ: Just4Fun Radio, Scottie Spence Makeup: Renee Taylor Hair: Ginger Hilty of Truvi's Hair Barn Catering: Bradley's Bar-B-Que, Covington, Ga Cakes + Cupcakes: Vividly Delicious Cakes, Valerie Patrick