Chealsea and Raymond

Chealsea got in contact with me two months ago after having some issues with their already booked photographer. When I responded I let her know that it was a long shot because I only had one Saturday available in November, and it was the 2nd. She quickly replied with “That’s the date our wedding is on, and what do I need to do to book you now!?” I am so happy to have been a small part of their wedding because these guys know how to have a good time. Every face that was in attendance had a smile, and almost every friend and family member had a drink in their hand. What’s super special about a wedding day is that you do not need to wait until noon to pop a cork or crack a can open. Just add a splash of orange juice, and let the celebration begin!

…Or if you are the bride, you can take a sip directly from the source.

Breanna and Skye from Glitz and Glam Salon are the type of girls that make getting your hair and makeup done a super fun experience. I absolutely loved interacting with these ladies. Check them out here! Also, peep Rebecca’s epic hair.

When the bride’s rings sit perfectly in the groom’s.

The guys all played darts and cornhole till it was time to get ready. I did not know anyone actually played darts the real way, but it was really interesting to watch.

Raymond and Chealsea’s daughter. They need to make more kiddos because she is a doll!

These girls are very close in case you were wondering. Macey was feeling some anxiety about her speech later on, but Tyna had some oils to help with that.

Yes that is a Rolex being passed down from father to son.

Just imagining myself doing this guzzle of fireball gives me nightmares.

I love this shot, haha. Also, I don’t know about you, but when I brush my teeth I have globs of spit drooling out of my mouth. After photographing these girls I now feel like I am doing something wrong.

Making an adjustment a little higher than Chealsea was expecting.

This is such a sweet photo of Chealsea putting on her earrings, but let me tell you this. I could make a killing if I took everything these ladies said while getting ready, and printed them on a tshirt. While we are on the subject of earrings, my favorite quote of the day:

“I can’t get it to go in.”

“Just stick it in the hole right next to the slit!”

Few things are more powerful than when your best of friends see you at your most beautiful on your wedding day.

And one of those things is your father seeing you at your most beautiful on your wedding day.

I would just like to point out how he is helping Raymond put on his vest while holding a beer.

See! More proof that she is an absolute doll!

Before the ceremony officially went underway, the Bride and Groom had poems that they gave to each of their parents. This is a tradition I would love to see more.

First kiss; also check out that ring bearer.

Formal portraits time, asking the Bride to step away so the Groom can get some shots with his guys.

Raymond “Yeah there’s just like a random tricycle over there.”

Me “Are you going to ride it?”

Raymond “I already did, but I can do it again.”

Chickberry Farms (Check them out here) is unique in that they have mirrors all over the wall in some sections. I tried to get a reflection shot of the first dance while framing the bridesmaids in the foreground.

How do I know they had the time of their lives? Just continue scrolling.

If you dance with your drink in the air, be prepared for some to rain down.

My first time doing a photo like this. Took a few attempts, but it worked out amazingly. Shout out to all the vapers who participated!

Here we go! Favorite dancer of the night is this fine gentleman doing the Soulja Boy. That song is 10 years old (makes you feel old doesn’t it), but I still love watching people do the dance. If you guys are in need of a DJ, I absolutely love Vance. Every wedding I have had the pleasure of shooting with him has been so fun. Check him out here!

When your girlfriend catches the bouquet, all the pressure is on you for the garter.

He caught it :P

These two equally wrecked each other with cake, and there is no better way to end a cake cutting than with a cake kiss.

I don’t remember why she was making this face at me, but I like to think I caught them doing something they weren’t supposed to.

You know it’s about to go down when Dad hits the dance floor, and tosses his tie over his shoulder.

So we will end this wedding blog with something everyone loves, bubbles. They had a giant basket of them, and people were randomly blowing them throughout the night. I gathered a group, told them to all blow them at the bride and groom, and this is the magic that happened. This group was amazing, and there is no other possible way for me to describe them. I hope I get to cross paths with some of them in the future, and I hope Chealsea and Raymond give Raychel the sister she wants so badly :P