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Ashley & Derek – Wedding Reception at the Dallas Ritz Carlton

June 11, 2015 Moments

Rain is good luck they say and I believe it is true for Ashley & Derek. For their first look we had sunshine but it rained the rest of the day and when it does….make the most of it! In love with these rainy day photos we took right before this couple kicked off the party at The Ritz Carlton Hotel in Dallas. After getting a little wet Ashley slipped into her second dress, a slinky beaded gown to party the night away! Emerald City kept the floor packed all night long and we had fun until our feet ached with this couple and their families. A good band gets the audience pumped and everyone had a great time singing along and even making some appearances on stage! Derek pulled out his horn abilities and played a little while Ashley (along with her Mom, brother and Derek’s brother!) all spent some time on the drums. It was really a unique night! The ballroom at the Ritz was transformed and made lively thanks to all of Ashley’s vendors! Here is a run down of all her fabulous professionals:

My Wedding Day Bliss – Beth Murdock

Emerald City Band

Neiman Marcus Bridal Salon

The Socially Write – Paper Products

Eleven 11 Salon

When it Clicks Video

Premier Transportation

Stems of Dallas

Absolute Entertainment – Lighting

Davids Bridal – Bridesmaids Attire

Al’s Formal Wear

I love photos and if you do too check out their highlight slide show for more of this Ritz Carlton Dallas Wedding!

Kelly & Gerry – Wedding Reception at Amon G Carter Stadium at TCU – Champions Club

March 31, 2015 Moments

We were so excited to photograph Kelly & Gerry’s wedding reception at the Amon G. Carter Football Stadium at TCU. The Champions Club in the stadium is a unique place to hold a wedding reception, overlooking the field, it is the most perfect spot for a super frog super fan wedding! Tami Winn transformed the space into an elegant atmosphere for this purple wedding. From the moment the bride and groom descended the stair case the party was on! Gerry’s playful spirit was showcased on the dance floor as he got silly as he danced with his bride but he also showed off his soft side as he held his new wife tight. Kelly is really a stunning woman and I loved watching her sweet smiles in her husbands arms. After some formal dances, welcomes and some delicious dinner by Bonnell’s it was time to PARTY! This couple rarely left the dance floor and was up on the stage singing and dancing almost as much as the band! It was truly a night to remember.

Adding an element that is totally unique to this venue we had the opportunity to head out into the stands to get some photos with the stadium in the background. Completely priceless! As the night came to a close after celebrating with Super Frog, some yummy cake and a whole lot of dancing this couple was sent off with sparklers to their honeymoon. Congrats Kelly & Gerry! I loved getting to know you and your families, I know you have great things ahead of you!

The Champion’s Club was transformed by a top notch team of vendors lead by planner and designer Tami Winn. We could not have taken such beautiful photographs with out these vendors! Thanks to:

Tami Winn Events

Amon G Carter Stadium at Texas Christian University – Champions Club

Turquoise Video Productions

Bonnell’s – Catering

Creme de la Creme – Cake

Signed, Sealed, Delivered – Band

Beyond – Lighting

Stage Works – Custom Builds

M&M Special Events – Rentals

My Vintage Limo

Stellar Ice Sculptures

Halo Brides

Neiman Marcus – Brides Gown

Bella Bridesmaid – Bridesmaids Attire

Mens Warehouse – Groom & Groomsmen Attire

Scroll on to see details galore and some of my favorite moments from Kelly & Gerry’s Fort Worth Wedding Reception. Still thirsty for more? Push play and check out their highlight slideshow:

Kelly & Gerry – Wedding Ceremony at University Christian Church in Fort Worth

March 30, 2015 Ceremony

Kelly & Gerry are married and I am thrilled to finally share their wedding! My team and I had a blast with this couple and their sweet families from the start of the day until the end of the night. Today we will take a glimpse at their preparations at The Omni Hotel in Fort Worth and their ceremony at University Christian Church. We met up with the couple and their bridal party at the hotel for some prep and primping. The color of the day was definitely purple – as Texas Christian University alumni I think it was an obvious choice for the wedding color and I loved all the ways it was incorporated into the day starting with the bridesmaids sweet monogrammed robes. I will admit I am kind of obsessed with Kelly’s Kate Spade white bow backed shoes – I think every girl needs an amazing statement heel in her life and this one is gorgeous! When it came time to exchange notes Gerry read his privately on the balcony of his suite. Kelly laughed as she read hers, seeing he had lost his original note he had spent so much time writing and ended up sending a small piece of paper with a quick but heart felt message. I love that no matter how much we prepare things go wrong, like misplaced letters, but just make the day more sweet.

Off to the church, after slipping into her gown Kelly did a reveal with both her bridesmaids and Dad. It’s always a treat to see everyone’s reactions to the bride in her full ensemble. After some quick photos we were ready to get these two married. Gerry had been holding on to some nerves all day and it was amazing to watch them just melt away as he was finally with Kelly and they were married. As they walked out of the church he was care free and totally content holding his wife in his arms (above.) Can’t wait to share this couples rocking party tomorrow!

No wedding is complete without a fabulous team and the couple pulled together many of my absolute favorite people to make their day happen. Thanks to:

Tami Winn Events

University Christian Church

Turquoise Video Productions

Halo Brides

Neiman Marcus – Brides Gown

Bella Bridesmaid – Bridesmaids Attire

Mens Warehouse – Groom & Groomsmen Attire

Morgan & Jason {Married on New Years Eve} Fort Worth Club & FUMC

January 11, 2012 Moments

Morgan & Jason were married on New Years Eve. In a way they were my last wedding of 2011 and my first of 2012 as we ended after midnight. We had a truly beautiful day with them and I was SO very excited to shoot their wedding. I had been on maternity leave from weddings for almost 3 months so it was awesome to be back doing my thing! Morgan & Jason were married at First United Methodist Church with a reception to follow at Fort Worth Club. Here are some of the amazing vendors they used:

Tami Winn Events – Floral

Vera Wang Gowns at Neiman Marcus

Dessy – Brides maid Attire

Ice House Band

Turquoise Video

4 flashes photo booth

Halo Bridal Salon

Gorbos Salon

Morgan kept her dress top secret from all of her bridesmaids and friends so I LOVE these two photos as her dress was brought out. Her Mom looked so happy and her bridesmaids reactions was WOW!

Often my couples exchange gifts on the wedding day. I love how expressionistic these two are! Morgan admiring her Tiffany’s necklace and Jason lost his composure at the sight of his gift.