Shannon and Wally's Vow Renewal

A new chapter. A grateful nod to their past, and a hopeful embrace of life's next season.

This was the focus of Shannon and Wally's evening vow renewal this past week and we were frankly in awe to be a part of it. Their small garden ceremony took place at dusk on top of Lookout Mountain at The Grandview--the location of their original vows five years ago this past May. Shannon found the dress that she was in love with from the very beginning and they joined with their minister and closest friends to recommit their vows. After their ceremony, the group made their way to Easy Bistro for drinks and dinner (side note: I am in LOVE with the food and swank of this restaurant! A must see for sure!)

Thank you both for such a romantic and heartfelt evening, I'm not sure that your pictures do justice to how beautiful your love truly is!

Beau and I MAY be scheming about following their footsteps in the next year or so... **Small confession--At nearly every wedding I wonder what dress I would choose/what shoes I would wear if I did it over again. I'm still in love with my vintage-inspired customized Maggie Sottero but we'll have to see... ;)

Julie and Joe Tied the Knot!

Joe and Julie tied the knot last Saturday! When I first met Julie several months ago I could tell that we were in for a treat--her excitement and admiration for Joe just radiated from her! As their officiant illustrated during their ceremony, these two are a powerful combination, able to light up a room with just their laughter and antics. Their wedding party was incredible too--the energy that they had throughout the ENTIRE day made it so much fun for us to shoot. Thank you both for inviting us to take part of your wedding day, I haven't laughed that hard in a while! I'm definitely looking forward to your Day After session in the Bluff View Art District when you return from your honeymoon!

It was so sweet how emotional Julie and her father were during their first meet. Being able to capture the true emotion of wedding days is our favorite part of being photographers!

Just one of many hilarious bridal party shots--their dances down the aisle is another fave, but I had to cap the pictures somewhere! :)

All of their guests...

Thanks to Gil and Curt for the beautiful arrangements and bouquets!