Well, first of all … be prepared for the longest post of my life! And trust me… narrowing the photos down to just these pics was hard. This wedding was a dream come true for me. It was everything that made me become a wedding photographer in the first place! SO – Taylor and Craig thank you so very much for trusting me to capture your beautiful day.

When I first Skyped with Taylor, I asked her how her and Craig met. She had just come out of a long, heart-breaking relationship a few months earlier and her girlfriends decided she needed a night out. So they took her to see some live music. Enter Craig – talented musician that just so happened to be playing that night (And some people don’t believe in fate! Psh.). Taylor said when she saw Craig, all she could think of is how dream he was. Her words, I think were: “He was so dreamy. He IS so dreamy! Britt, my fiance is DREAMY.” Adorable, right?! They went on a date and have spent every day together ever since.

This couple is AMAZING. I can’t even say that enough. Taylor has the grace and beauty of a classic Hollywood star, with a sense of humor and kindness that makes you feel like an instant best friend. Craig is the picture of mysterious musician, with a humble and truly genuine spirit. Their family and friends were overjoyed to be a part of every little detail. They laugh together more than any couple I’ve ever met – and every aspect of their big day had meaning. OH and did I mention Taylor planned this in FIVE weeks?! I wouldn’t have believed it either.

The theme of the wedding was based around their song – Mirrorball by Elbow… “So life off love…” I adored watching Taylor anxiously await for her cue to walk down. I loved watching the exact moment Craig’s breath was taken away. Their vows were filled with all the heart, love, and emotion of two people living a true love story. They gave each other’s mother’s a locket with the promise to care for and always adore the other’s child. And Taylor literally jumped up and down when it was time for their first kiss. I could go on… and on… and on… but let’s get to the photos!

Taylor & Craig… thank you a million times over for the honor of capturing your lovely day and all its moments.

Taylor’s Dress: BHLDN
Taylor’s Hair: Gabriel Martinez at Studio 27
Taylor’s Makeup: Heidi Dial
Ceremony Location: Briarhurst Manor

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I’ve said it before – I’ll say it again… and again… and again (hello? echo? echo?). Second shooting WILL make you a better photographer. Hands down. I LOVE the challenge of second shooting – despite the fact that submitting the raw, unedited images to the lead photographer brings me SO much anxiety (“Did I expose well enough? Did I get everything she needed me to get?!”). So, I’m uber thankful that Gretchen asked me to help her for a few hours for Anna & Travis’ wedding. It was a small, intimate wedding. And holy cow – check out Anna! Gorgeous, right?

Thanks, Gretchen, for letting me be a part of this day! I had a blast.

OH and as a side note – this wedding let me fully take advantage of my new camera’s yummmmmmy high ISO capabilities. :::swwwwooonnningggg::: Okay, geeking out moment done.