I give major props to wedding photographers, especially ones who work alone. You have to be in a million places at once, dealing with tons of different lighting situations, once in a life time moments that you must get on the first shot and thousands of photos to look through. I tip my hat to you folks. It’s quite a job. However, I absolutely love a good wedding and I can never pass up a chance to appreciate the little details and precious moments.
You all remember the lovely Jo Beth and Landon?
Well I had the absolute honor of capturing some fantastic moments of Jo getting ready for her BIG day.
Most importantly, updating facebook “WE ARE GETTING MARRIED FOR REAL!” I love it.
How amazing are these flowers? Made out of sheet music. They are the coolest people ever.
The fabulous ‘shoe shot’!
Some of her maids getting ready!
Watch out! Even with a little hairspray to the ear, Jo Beth is all smiles! She’s so cute.
Gorgeous
Her mom is the cutest thing in the world and she looked amazing!
Her dad’s first glance at his little girl all ready to say “I do.”
It made Jo get a little teary. <3
A few hours later, my husband, son and I were lucky enough to be invited to their wedding. It was so perfect and so Jo Beth and Landon. I’m not gonna lie, I got a little teary. I mean, I knew them before they were even together and now look at them! Love is truly amazing and so brilliantly beautiful. I’m such a hopeless romantic, so weddings are really special to me. I had some time before the Mr. and Mrs. arrived at the reception, so I took my camera and captured a few details.
A DIY cupcake station. And guys, they were delicious. This one on the right was the one I made.
“May the fourth brew with you!”
Not only are they super cute for tying in their adorable nerdy-ness and love for coffee into their favors, but they even used one of their engagement pictures from their session with yours truly!
One of the bridesmaid’s beautiful handmade bouquets.
Sigh– don’t you just love a good wedding? I had a blast and I loved stepping into a wedding photographer’s shoes, but I’m glad it was just for fun. I’ll stick to portraits for the most part.
Thank goodness it’s getting warmer out! I can’t wait to get outside and shoot some fun summer golden hour sessions.
Coffee: I have a few free birthday treats from different places, but I’m probably most excited about my free Starbucks drink! I think I’ll go for an iced hazelnut macchiato. Yum!
Music: Michael Buble’s new album came out! I love his latest single “It’s a Beautiful Day” and I’m also really into Gavin DeGraw’s “Soldier”. Lot’s of feel good music for spring with the windows open and the birds chirping. Definitely my favorite season.
I'm Emily! A photographer, coffee zombie, car singer, baby snuggler, snackaholic boymom serving the Maryland and DC area! Thanks for stopping by! Feel free to click around and check out all sorts of posts about my fun sessions, behind the scenes secrets and snippits of my personal life! Grab a cup of coffee and stay a while- or come hang out with me on your favorite social medias!
Wow. Jo’s eyes + Coffee mug + engagement ring= my favorite combo
