Right from the start they knew this was different. People say you know when its “The One”, when you’ve found your soul mate and for Reagan and Michael, this could not have been more true. In the early days of their relationship life made things a little challenging, Michael’s deployment to Korea (thank god for Skype), Reagan’s months spent studying abroad in Europe (high fives for modern air travel and romantic trips to European cities, including a stop over in Ireland, “holla to the homeland”). Through it all they remained by each others side, both physically and virtually (another shoutout to Skype) because they knew their efforts would one day pay dividends towards a long and happy future together. Finally, last Saturday, that day came.

Reagan and Michael, you are an incredible couple. I cannot begin to find the words to express how much of an honor it was to document your day. You’re both so kind and warm and deserve all of the good things that come your way. I wish you both the happily ever after of your dreams.

During their trip to Ireland Michael bought Reagan a Claddagh ring (traditional Irish ring) that she always wears on her right hand, just like me : )

The style, the details, Reagan’s dress was stunning.

This is how every bride should feel in her wedding dress.

Meanwhile, in the grooms suite.

Final touches before they head out for their First Look.

I was so excited that Reagan and Michael opted to see each other before the ceremony. That little window of time, all to themselves before the craziness of the day really begins, is absolutely priceless. Plus, it gives us the change to capture some absolutely fierce photos. Here Michael waits anxiously as Reagan nervously approaches.

Michael is blown away by Reagan’s fierceness.

Reagan’s sister and awesome maid of honor, Erica slapped on her comfy shoes and walked with us everywhere to make sure her sister looked nothing less then perfect in each shot.

Love this old truck that sits at the entrance to the Farley Plantation.

Workin it Michael.

Absolutely Gorgeous.

When your the bride and groom, why should you have to walk anywhere? Reagan and Michael hitch a ride down to the ceremony site.

Stunning!

Reagan’s team of bridesmaids were ah-mazing. Loved these girls.

Yes, ma’am.

The boys give me their best serious faces.

Great looking group of people.

The groom gets into position.

Followed shortly by the bride and her dad.

I’m not gonna lie, this moment between Reagan and her dad, right before he walked her down the aisle, got me a little misty eyed.

Mother of the bride couldn’t keep it together either.

Neither could the groom. Not a dry eye in the house.

“You may kiss your bride”

Waaahoo, Mr & Mrs

So glad I captured this moment right after the ceremony.

First dance.

Father daughter dance.

To see even more Reagan & Michael wedding day fierceness CLICK HERE FOR SLIDESHOW

Happy Monday! I’m kicking off the week with a sneak peak of the fabulous couple I got spend my Saturday capturing. More fierceness from their stunning wedding later this week. Congratulations Reagan and Michael.

Her energy is infectious, her smile radiant and her sheer love for life and living it in the moment and to its fullest is what makes Katherine beautiful inside and out. She is rainbows and unicorns on a dull, wet, overcast day. And Drew, Drew is exactly the same. From our very first meeting over a year ago, this adorable couple have been burst-out-of-their-skins ready to be married. And finally, FINALLY, last Saturday on a fabulous festive December day in Atlanta, on the arm of her proud father, Katherine at last took her much anticipated walk down the aisle towards her future husband Drew.

Neither Katherine or Drew could contain their joy and excitement, and once the vows had been exchanged and the rings securly placed on each finger, Katherine bounced excitely from foot to foot waiting for the preitst to say those magic words, the words that would seal the deal, “you may kiss the bride“, and seal it they did, to great cheers and applause from the gathered crowd.

Katherine and Drew, I can’t find the right words to express how happy I am for you both, but also how happy I am for me to have been the lucky photographer who got to capture your story. I wish you all the happiness in the world and hope you’re enjoying you time in Cancun .

For her walk down the aisle, Katherine wore the exact same shoes her mother wore 36 years previous when she married Katherine’s dad.

Prep-time

Half made up and with her hair still in rollers, Katherine was still, flawless.

Love this moment Katherine finally got to see her finished hair and make-up.

Dress time.

Both Katherine and Drew decided to do a First Look which made me so happy. Not only does this give them a few stolen moments together, away from the craziness of the day, but it also gives me a opportunity to capture those timeless moments of joy and emotion expressed by a bride and groom when they get to see each other for the first time on their wedding day. Here Drew gets himself into position to see his bride.

A nervous and excited Katherine approaches.

Waiting patiently for that tap on the shoulder that lets him know he can turn around.

Katherine shows Drew her fierceness from all angles.

James Bond handsome.

Stunning!

The bridal bouquet was wrapped in lace from Katherine’s grandmothers wedding dress.

That infectious smile.

This little guy almost stole the spotlight from the groom.

Its hard work waiting for a wedding ceremony to begin.

As I waited for the bridesmaids to begin their walk down the aisle, I turned just in time to capture this moment between Katherine and her dad as they waited together in the bridal suite.

Time to go party.

First dance.

Proud parents of the bride.

During the reception the bride & groom and I stole away to capture a few more fierce shots.

Roaming the Atlanta streets.

Back to the party and busting out the moves Gangnam Style

Exiting to a shower of bubbles.

One last hug for dad.

To see more photos from Katherine & Drew’s wedding CLICK HERE FOR SLIDESHOW.

The sun was shining to the max in a cloudless ocean blue sky. The trees were still ablaze with the bold colors of Fall. Yellow, red and orange leaves danced in a chilly November wind. Everything about the day was perfect. In the bridal suite country music playing from a corner iPod was no match for the rising and falling sounds of laughter, joy and perhaps a little nerves energy that passed between Jessica, her maid of honor and her mom. Her day was finally here, the day Jessica would marry the man who had won her over with his rugged good looks, his raw sense of humor and his thoughtfulness. Surrounded by close family and friends, Jessica and Adam created a wedding that reflected their relationship in the truest form.

Jessica and Adam, thank you for the honor of capturing your wedding day. You are both two of the warmest, funniest most caring people I’ve had the privilege to meeting. I cannot tell you enough how much I appreciated your family and friends and how they rallied to ensure your day was everything you’d ever dreamed of and more. I hope you are both enjoying some much need rest and relaxation on the beaches St. Lucia.

The veil Jessica wore to walk down the aisle was the same veil her mother wore 30 years previously to marry Jessica’s dad.

Helped into her dress by her bestfriend and extraordinary maid of honor Betsy

Mother of the bride, so proud and honored to see her radiant daughter in her veil.

The light pouring onto Jessica as she descended the staircase was perfect.

Father of the groom and best man helps his son prepare to meet his bride.

The fierceness of Jessica.

I couldn’t get enough of the bold Fall tress that decorate the property and the slight wind that blew Jessica’s veil.

The amazing colors. An absolutely gorgeous bride.  What more could you ask for?

Jessica’s bouquet was wrapped in lace from her mother’s own wedding dress.

These shots are so Adam. He has such sense of humor and a way of never taking life too seriously

Bestman and father.

My absolute favorite part of the day is when I get my newly married couples together in front of my camera.

Gorgeous!

Jessica, RAWR!

We came across a little house on the edge of the property with the cutest porch, and this is where we capture some of my favorite shots from the day.

Stunning.

Jessica’s maid of honor Betsy was truly amazing, not to mention stunning. I was so grateful to her for the way she attended to Jessica’s every need and also in the way she stepped up to help me every way she could. Love her.

First dance.

Father daughter.

The couple escape for their honeymoon to a barrage of bubbles.

To see even more photos of Jessica & Adam CLICK HERE FOR SLIDESHOW

They planned it in 3 months, the wedding of their dreams. Hyoun Joo had waited a long time for a man like Simon. Close friends recounted humorous stories of frustrated evenings spent wondering if her Mr. Right was even really out there. But one thing was for sure, Hyoun Joo was not going to settle. Those same friends constantly reminded Hyoun Joo of her value, how special, kind and giving she was and that absolutely, the right man was out there. One day however, Hyoun Joo received a message from a gentleman, and though his message was brief, she could tell he was different. His writing was smart, funny and intriguing, so when Simon invited her out on a date, she accepted. Their connection was instantaneous and Hyoun Joo knew she had at last found her soul mate. In that one evening the missing pieces of both their life puzzles we now complete.

Hyoun Joo and Simon, its been such an honor getting to know you and documenting your wedding day. Everything about the day was perfect. Its the happy ever after you both truly deserve and I cannot wait to see what the future holds for two of the most caring and giving people I’ve ever met.

Hyoun Joo is an organist at one of the most breathtaking Churches I’ve ever seen, so I felt compelled to showcase her stunning dress against this truly amazing backdrop.

Bling bling!

Even without full make-up, Hyoun Joo was gorgeous.

I loved that I was able to capture the moment Hyoun Joo’s mother walked in to see her daughter as a bride.

Both Hyoun Joo and Simon opted to see each other before the ceremony and I couldn’t have been happier. Their First Look happened late in the afternoon in the yummiest light that showcased both the couple and the surrounding Fall colors in the most romantic way. Here Simon awaits his bride.

The approaching bride.

Simon turns to see his future wife.

Absolutely stunning couple.

Love!

Gorgeous and handsome.

Sell it Hyoun Joo!

The bridesmaids and groomsmen were so much fun. Everybody came out to fully enjoy and celebrate this amazing couple.

The glorious choir that performed out of their skin for the happy couple.

Breathtaking.

I love this special little touch where one of Hyoun Joo’s piano students, dressed as Ring Security, delivered the wedding bands to the alter.