MARRIED // SUMMER & BEN

My last wedding of 2011.

And I seriously could not have asked for a more wonderful couple to celebrate the occasion with. Summer and Ben are world-changers. I don't say this lightly. I immediately felt lifted by the demeanor of Christ that they carried so strongly with them... first, just Summer, when we met for the consultation. But then, on their wedding day, the two of them together radiated the Love of Christ. These are all really big words. Huge compliments. Affectionate descriptions. But I mean it. I'd venture to say I've never seen two people so pure of heart united in love, founded on Christ.

I have to give big credit to my FABULOUS second shooter, Jessica Barley of a darling day. I couldn't have asked for a better partner in work. I'm so excited God has crossed our paths. You are amazing.

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Summer and Ben,
Let me reiterate--I mean every word. Your wedding took place one week after a life-altering tragedy, and you--ON YOUR WEDDING DAY--ministered so much joy and love to me... your photographer. The Love of Christ has no bounds. December 17th, 2011, God used a bride and groom to send inexplicable joy and peace to me in a much needed time. Thank you for surrendering your lives to God. I may not know your history with Him or with each other, but I know for sure that if you continue to surrender your hearts and lives to Him, you will change the world around you. Thank you for the opportunity to capture such a precious day. It was an honor to celebrate alongside you what the Lord has brought to both a finality and a beginning. I pray His very best over your life.//

MARRIED // ASHLEY & JOSH

Really, there are so many swoon-worthy photos from this wedding that words do little justice to what a beautiful day it was.

Ashley is by far one of the most elegant brides I have photographed (one of my favorite wedding dresses, as well!). This was also my very first wedding at Tryphena's Garden, and let me tell you, I had at it! It is such a supple, diverse place to shoot at. I loved the ceremony site--soaked with sunlight and framed by greenery--and the property offered SO MANY lovely places to photograph this stunning bride and groom.

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Ashley and Josh, you carry an ease with you that this world lacks tremendously. From the first e-mails, to the Engagement Session, to the Big Day, you two were a breath of fresh air. It's as if the moment I stepped in to photograph you, I got swept away in the peace that exists when you two are together--couples like you make my job so very easy. I am so grateful our paths crossed--grateful I was chosen to document such a momentous occasion. I can't imagine the amount of influence you two will have on those around you. Keep that light, peaceful spirit at the core of your relationship. God has certainly given you something to treasure. I believe in the work that God is going to do through each of you as you begin this journey in life.


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Enjoy, friends.