Vanessa was a bridesmaid for Reema’s wedding last year. She was a lot of fun at the wedding, so I was excited when she contacted me to shoot her wedding in Wichita, Kansas this July. Vanessa and Brenan met me in the middle in Oklahoma City’s Bricktown for their engagement session. I hadn’t shot in Bricktown before, so it was fun to walk around and get to know them as a couple while finding new and cool places to shoot. I’m definitely looking forward to their wedding and day after session this Summer!

Alice and Matt’s Riviera Maya, Mexico wedding was originally planned to take place on the beach at the beautiful Iberostar Paraiso Lindo, however it rained the entire time we were there. Despite the rain Alice and Matt were an absolute joy to photograph. A smile never left their faces, and they were thrilled to be marrying each other. As plans changed Alice and Matt, along with their friends and family were a true inspiration of love overcoming everything and having a great time with each other despite whatever circumstances came. The ceremony was moved to a traditional Mexican chapel, and the reception was changed to a hilariously amazing Star Wars themed night club! The day after the wedding as it continued to rain we went out armed with umbrellas determined to get some pool and beach photos, and the Day After session turned into more of a fun Trash the Dress session.

I am pleased to say that this wedding was also featured by Travel to I Do. Travel to I Do is a great resource for couples planning a destination wedding. They feature real destination weddings, inspiration, tips, and contests. I highly recommend that you check it out!

Venue: Iberostar Paraiso Lindo
The Dress: Maggie Sottero

Fun with beach balls

A Star Wars themed nightclub?

Wedding games!

Happy Spring! This is my first Spring engagement session of 2011. Unfortunately it was a gray day and a little chilly, but Sherri and Derek brought it anyway. We started at Trinity River Audubon Center in Dallas. They have a cool facility and it’s a great place for events. After we hiked around the center, we made our way over to the downtown Dallas Arts District to wrap up their Dallas engagement session. I had a great day with Sherri and Derek and look forward to their wedding at Hickory Street Annex