Brittany and Shawn

Every wedding is unique. Everyone has their own personality, vision for what the venue will look like, and plan for their day. That is one of the things that makes this particular genre of photography so interesting. It is also what made this wedding one that I will always remember. I met with Brittany and Shawn last year during their booking process to go over some of the details. I have never had 3 hours zip by so fast, but a few cocktails probably had a small hand in it. I won’t spoil any surprises, so here we go!

Brittany, hands down, has the most epic and beautiful hair. Long, thick, and wavy. I know she has to be a hairdressers dream. Check out the stylists instagram here.

When you let a kid decide which piece they are going to eat, they are always going to pick the biggest one.

These girls were already gorgeous, but Liz added just a little cherry on top. Check out her instagram here.

“What do you think Dad?”

What I love most about guys is the amount of hazing and shenanigans that go on while the groom is trying to have a moment.

Check out his custom CUFF LINKS that Brittany had made for him. Unfortunately, their doggy passed away prior to this day :(

Your bestman should be someone who always has your back, and is there for you during times of happiness and times of weakness. Craig is definitely that man. Also, later on in the day he claimed he was the one who came up with the idea on what to do with all the gifts, but we all know that’s not true, haha.

Photos like these never get old!

They both had absolutely amazing vows prepared, and they tied the unity knot correctly on the first try.

Brittany’s father put this entrance together, and carved their wedding date above their heads.

He also carved their initials on the side in a heart.

When your maid of honor lifts a weight or two.

Unfortunately, we had a little visitor during formal portraits so they had to be cut short…

WHen Brittany and Shawn booked me, one of their requests was to have a dinosaur chasing them for their formal portraits. I am by no means a digital artist so please be gentle about my photoshop skills. I will give the group an applause for their acting ability though.

I’ll also give them a hand for coming up with these fun shots.

The guys wanted to throw some leaves for ambiance. I was originally going to crop this in tight, but I kind of like having them in the frame.

Some eye candy for you car nuts.

Brittany and Shawn had a belt made, and had the official announcer for the UFC do a recording for their introduction. It was epic.

After introductions, Brittany told Shawn she would be right back because she had a special gift before their first dance.

Rookie mistake right here. Never let go of your piece of cake. THat is like holstering your weapon before the gun fight is over. Shawn and two of his groomsmen are police officers, and I would just like to thank them for going out there and risking their lives for others. You guys are awesome.

I was across the dance floor when I saw this. Genuine love right here.

Sitting down does not mean you are protected from being dragged to the dance floor. Also, best mustache of the day right here.

Reliving their days at Cowboy Up. This is also the first time I have had a bride win my favorite dancer of the night!

You don’t have to be tall to sweep a woman off her feet.

You have to love a woman who will slide across the floor in her wedding dress. Also another reason she won favorite dancer of the night. These two make such a fun couple, and I absolutely had a blast spending the day with them. I hope our paths cross again, and I look forward to seeing your family grow Brittany and Shawn <3