Sep
7
…Hope & Drew…
…married…
…their wedding day was set to the most fantastic weather. All who were present, matched that wonderful weather with cheerful and happy spirits. It was a day engulfed with happiness and serenity. A lone hawk even had to circle the ceremony to revel in the peace and happiness that illuminated from the bluffs.
…They are truly a couple that compliment one another. Hope has the most infectious laugh and Drew is her quiet admirer. They are not only passionate about eachother, but also about their music. Influences from which they brought into their wedding day. Sheet music and old player piano scrolls served as the table runners along with Hope’s collection of vintage cameras(which was amazing). Family baked all the desserts…which included the wedding cake baked by Hope’s 14 year old cousin…(yes you read that right). Hope and her sister recyled old barn wood to make all the sign’s for the day. Oh, and I must add that I have never enjoyed reception music the way I did on Saturday. Radiohead, Crosby Stills and Nash, Coldplay…the list could go on and on…
Enjoy a peek into their day of love…
I love this last picture…just reminds me of the breakfast club or something…
Congratulations Hope and Drew!!! Have fun in Greece!!
Aug
30
…Carrie and Eric…
…All the days of my life…
…the verse from the ceremony that resonated through the valley. A simple phrase with such a profound meaning. There stood a man and woman, who had greeted each other earlier under the shade of a mimosa tree and showered one another with hugs and kisses , now ready to pledge all the days of their lives to the person at their side.
This wasn’t a new concept for Carrie and Eric. When they planned their wedding they did it as a joint effort. Each pledging their devotion to the other through thoughtful acts. Carrie, knowing Eric’s love for maps, had cufflinks made for him. One with a map of the city in which they live, Atlanta; and one of the city in which they were married. Eric designed and built the arbor under which they were to pledge their devotion, and drove it a grueling 8 hours to the site of their vows. The also spent Saturday after Saturday perusing old book stores and library sales to find titles relevant to their wedding day, which they then used as part of their centerpieces, and then gave to the guests as parting gifts. They both dedicated themselves to making the wedding day special…and that my friends, is truly special.
It was a magical day filled with laughter, tears, butterflies, happiness, and most of all love. Thank you Carrie and Eric for sharing your story with me…
love how the groom was checking out his new look in this next shot…oh and I love how all the groomsmen have different ties!
Brides dress: Mikaella, The Ultimate Bride
Bridemaid dresses: Jcrew bridals
Ceremony and reception: Crown Valley Winery
Flowers: by the bride and lots of her family.
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wow Michelle! Just amazing!!!! Love them all! ( Sep 2nd, 2010 8:24 am)What a beautiful wedding. I especially like the photos of just the two of them. ( Sep 1st, 2010 8:15 pm)You did an amazing job! All of the photos are amazing and really captured the moments. ( Sep 1st, 2010 3:42 pm)absolutely stunning work and gorgeous wedding! LOVE your colors and lighting and the details are awesome! ( Aug 31st, 2010 8:08 am) |
May
31
…Lejla and Edin…
…Lejla and Edin were both born in Bosnia, but it took their journeys to America to finally find each other. Edin, was Lejla’s brothers’ best friend at college and the pair met almost 10 years ago at a concert, while Lejla was visiting him. The stars aligned, and these two souls whom had traveled so far, finally found eachother.
…but their travels had only just begun…since, they have been around the world together, gotten degrees and doctorates with the other at their side, and now they have joined their hearts forever with their families adoring support.
They were blessed with an amazing day…full of laughter, tears, and most of all…hope for a future filled with love.
I seriously don’t know where to start…there is so much fabulousness from this day, I think I will have to do multiple posts.
The day began at Chase Park Plaza with hair and make-up by the fabulous Holly Speakes.
Check out Lejla’s fabulous dress and shoes…AMAZING…
and I just adore these next two shots…
and how about Ed…
okay and I can’t leave this post without a shot from their first look…check back later this week f0r some more of the beautiful moments between them…
and don’t forget to head over here and give me a vote if you think I am deserving…
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AMAZING……thank you, Michelle…..couldn’t wait to get back from my honeymoon and see these photos. And I found them absolutely gorgeous. You did an AWESOME job. gorgeous!! i love the mom and daughter shot just like you! such a precious moment! cant wait to see more! ( Jun 1st, 2010 12:42 pm)Beautiful. Love the dress. ( Jun 1st, 2010 8:31 am)These are stunning Michelle! What a beautiful couple. |
May
10
…Midwest’s got talent…
…so not only is this couple crazy gorgeous…they are crazy talented. Hope and Therapy is their band…and they can rock it like no other. I am so honored they choose me to be their wedding day photog. I can’t wait for their wedding on the bluffs on Alton. IL. In the meantime, how about some from their engagement shoot. I started preparing this blog and realized I couldn’t share all of their pics…just be on the lookout…I am updating my wedding website to showcase all of my engagements soon…it is on my Mega-to-do-list.
Next meet Miss Ashley. She is representd by Global Management 101. She can act, sing, model…she’s got many talents packed behind her stunning beauty.
and how about this beautiful little thang…she hasn’t quite developed her arsenal of talents yet…but I think it is fair to say she may be the cutest toddler around…
If you made it through this post…pat yourself on the back.
Oh and photographers…there is one spot left for the Mentorshop!!!!! Is it gonna be yours???
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Beautiful work, Michelle! Love them!! ( May 18th, 2010 8:45 am)Gorgeous work! I love them all! ( May 13th, 2010 8:20 am)All of these are emotion evoking! Love them…. ( May 11th, 2010 11:25 pm)Thanks, thanks, and more thanks to you, Michelle, for the beautiful photos! We can’t wait for September!…Oh and, Tracy, my dress is from New York & Co. Stunning images! ( May 10th, 2010 11:57 pm)ok i must know where that blue dress came from. please share!! could this group of people be any more gorgeous?!? love this post! ( May 10th, 2010 1:59 pm)Beautiful! Lovin’ the colors in the engagement shoot–’specially her gorgeous eyes!! The girls are lovely as well! ( May 10th, 2010 10:25 am) |
May
2
…that time of year again…
…and I couldn’t welcome it more!!! Had such a busy week I can’t even share it all in one blog post…babies, and toddlers, and couples…OH MY…
I’ll just get right down to it…I had two precious newborns this week and they BOTH had the most darling names…Lola and Isla…Parents are getting real good with the baby naming…real good…it makes me happy. Without futher ado…
Meet Lola…is that toe shot not the sweetest thing?…next to Lola of course…;)
and then her (soon to be best friend)…precious Isla…and I actually don’t think they live too far apart…
and then this little family was so darn sweet. Mom and Dad were dressed so perfectly to compliment little Adeline (yes, another fantastic name) and her dress. Everyone knows I am partial to curly headed kids and this little one was after my own heart…
Next was this gorgeous couple…we weren’t sure this session was going to happen…but alas it did…and I am so glad for it…thank you Mother Nature 
Lejla is planning the wedding all the way from Miami…come to think of it…5 of my brides are planning weddings here from far way places…see St. Louis really does rock!!!
Meet Lejla and her Ed…
This next series says just about everything about them…loving, playful, and a wee bit cheeky…btw…the dictionary defined cheeky as bold and saucy…they definitely are…
Stay tuned next week…more gorgeous people coming at ya….
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GOOD LORD WOMAN!!! These are ALL STUNNING!!!! I LOVE these pictures! Her dress against the green clovers is great and they are super photogenic! ( May 7th, 2010 8:01 am)The baby photos are so so precious-there is a softness in the colors/tones that goes perfectly with the newborn skin. And those couple shots are absolutely joyous! ( May 6th, 2010 1:10 pm)All beautiful Michelle!! ( May 4th, 2010 9:52 pm)So many great pics! I can’t even pick a favorite! ( May 4th, 2010 12:44 am)wow you rock girl, these are gorgeous! ( May 3rd, 2010 8:57 pm)Oh wow, the babies are TOO cute! <3 ( May 2nd, 2010 11:05 pm) |
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Wow Michelle, these are amazing! Great work!
( Sep 7th, 2010 8:28 pm)Holy Cow, Michelle! I am screaming with delight!! These are absolutely fantastic! You have outdone yourself!!
( Sep 7th, 2010 7:47 pm)I just can’t get over how wonderful you are at capturing the moments! And seeing you actually have fun, enjoying each moment yourself! Truly awesome!
( Sep 7th, 2010 7:42 pm)I ADORE your wedding images! Lovely work
( Sep 7th, 2010 7:14 pm)you rock wedding photography, gal!!! these are awesome pics!!! i love all of her decor and details. ooooo if i could do my wedding over again….
( Sep 7th, 2010 6:45 pm)Looks like you’re really loving wedding photography nowadays. Your processing style has changed too. Nice and fresh! Love it! Really diggin’ the B&W conversion as well. xo
( Sep 7th, 2010 6:38 pm)