Mr. & Mrs. Phelps - Cedar Hall

My sweet friend and one of my favorite second shooters, Candice Plunk, became Mrs. Candice Phelps yesterday. I'm so happy for her and her hubby. She was absolutely stunning.

I wasn't the official photographer. Candice asked me to come as a guest to her wedding, but she also wanted me to nag a few pics before the ceremony, so I happily obliged. I can't wait to see the amazing work her wedding photographer produced. I'm sure it's going to be stunning. Till then, I got permission to post a sneak of her big day! :) Enjoy!

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My First Love: A Story of Memphis Kindness

I was flooded with an idea - If she couldn't move her wedding, we could at least have a small ceremony where her daddy could walk her down the aisle followed by a small reception, and I would volunteer my photography services for it. So I reached out to a florist, hair/makeup artist, and a venue. When both agreed, I reached out to Nicole with PicStripPhotoBooth. She volunteered her photobooth, and said she could get us a DJ. So with that, I reached out to a baker, and an event planner, both agreed without hesitation. Before I knew it, within 3 hours time, I had a wedding full of vendors all volunteering their services. (A full list of all amazing vendors involved is at the end of this blog post).

So next, I needed to reach out to Lauren. I told her I had a team of vendors that were willing to ensure her daddy walked her down the aisle on March 13. It was just up to her if she was willing to accept. After an emotional conversation and many tears, Lauren and Bryant accepted the offer. She already had a dress, but her veil wouldn't be here in time. So I reached out to Molly Farrell with Maggie Louise, and she didn't even hesitate to donate a veil to our sweet bride.

The week leading up to the wedding, the forecast for the day called for storms all day. When we woke up Saturday morning, the sun was streaming through our windows. The rain held out all day. At one point, we looked at the radar and a circle of storm clouds was above us. But right in the middle was a hole... And in the hole was Annesdale Mansion. Then literally, the second we finished the reception exit, the sky opened up and it poured the rest of the night. We all knew God had His hand on us

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Frank and Taylor - A Germantown Engagement Session

I'm obsessed with this sweet couple.  From her insanely charming southern accent, to his super chill demeanor.  I can't WAIT to photograph this sweet couple's big day next year!  Check out some of my favorite images from their sweet engagement session!

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The Grant Family - A Downtown Collierville Family Session

Sessions like this are so weird for me... But weird in an absolutely amazing way.  The oldest two kids (Jayme and Harrison)... I used to babysit them.  I used to change their diapers.  That probably embarrasses them, but it's so crazy how time flies.  Now Ricky and Lori have 3 beautiful children with amazing personalities, just like their parents!  Check out some of my favorites from their session!

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Mr. & Mrs. Dyer- St. Luke's methodist church wedding

Oh how I love a church wedding... Especially in November.  There's something about a father performing the ceremony at their child's wedding.  Hannah's daddy walked her down the aisle, gave her hand away in marriage, and then led a beautiful and powerful ceremony as he joined the two in marriage before God and all their family and friends.  Check out some of my favorite images from this sweet couple's big day!  Congrats Hannah and Joseph!

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Mr. & Mrs. Norris - Brooks Museum

Everything about Anna and Stephen's day was beautiful.  I love when groom's get emotional when they first see their bride.  Stephen lost it (in an absolutely perfect way) when he saw Anna coming down the aisle.  These two have the sweetest kind of love.  It's understanding, patient, and so endearing.  Every detail of their day had me totally swept off my feet.  I hope you enjoy their images as much as I enjoyed being a part of their special day.

Side note:  Maggie Louise Bridal Gowns and Mathis Makeup are two of my favorite vendors to work with.  They take brides to the next level of stunning.  So lucky to have worked with these gals again.  Check out Anna's amazing cake from Cakes by Mom and Me!  ... And her flowers from Lynn Doyle tied everything together.  Every. Detail. Was. Perfection.  <3

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Mr. & Mrs. McNab - Downtown Memphis Wedding

I knew when I saw their wedding hashtag (#McNabingTheOne), I would love this couple dearly.  Everything was perfection.  In case you haven't seen the Beale Street Landing Downtown, it is FANTASTIC.  It makes for a PERFECT wedding venue also.  There isn't much sweeter than the Memphis bridge sunset.  It's also a rare occasion that you are able to see a beautiful starry night Downtown, but for a few minutes we had a sudden burst of clear sky and I nabbed the bride and groom for an unforgettable, stunning Memphis bridge photo-op.

Side note, every groom should take notes from Russell.  He brought a surprise to their first look.  After giving Jennie her gift, he brought out a fantastic champagne toast to begin their portraits with.  :)

Loved working with their wedding day coordinator too.  Holly Hardin is one of my favorites!!!  Her and her hubby are an adorable team!

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