Jessica and Daniel got married on a ranch in Burnett, TX about an hour outside of Austin. This wedding was the perfect blend of country sophistication with just a hint of Pinterest. They tied the knot under a huge old tree adorned with hanging mason jars bearing coral flowers. Before the wedding started, the bride had only one request. She wanted me to capture Daniel's face as she was walking down the aisle. When she stepped out from behind the screens, his face lit up with joy and awe. The look on his face was all it took for me to see that they will be very happy together. They are crazy about each other, and it was evident in every gesture that they made.
Thank you for allowing me to be a part of such a joyous occasion!
Jessica touching up her make-up before the ceremony.
Since their wedding was outdoors at a ranch, I wanted their ring shot to match the theme. I found an Austin stone with a flat ledge and snapped away.
Out of the three flower girls, only one wanted her picture taken. With a pretty smile like this, it is easy to see why!
Jessica's mom laced up her dress. It was a very sweet moment for both of them.
The bridesmaids were giddy with excitement as they prepared to leave for the wedding.
Since the ceremony was outdoors, they had to get creative to hide Jessica from the crowd (and Dan) until the big moment. The solution was two sets of screens set up about 15 feet away from the back of the aisle.
The flower girls dropped flower petals to get the aisle ready for Jessica.
Here is Dan's face as he see's her step out from behind the screens. It is so amazing how you can see so much expression on his face.
The ceremony was very quick. I was about to make my way to the back to get a full picture of the ceremony and guests when they started saying their vows.
I think the first kiss is one of my favorite parts of a wedding. Although it is a nerve racking time for the photographer (you must get this shot), it is such a beautiful moment for the couple. The nervousness has passed, and they are ready for the next part to begin.
Their moms came to the front to sign the marriage license as their witnesses.
They filled a frame with coral and gray sand to depict the melding of their two families into one.
They were both beaming as they made their way back down the aisle.
Dan and his mom shared a sweet moment as she offered him congratulations.
Dan and his younger sister posed for a picture.
I really really love the colors the wedding party wore. It was so cheerful and fun...just like them.
The boys tried too late to take their friend back. Jessica's hold was already too tight.
These guys were so funny and spontaneous. I asked them to act silly and they went from punching him to hoisting him on their shoulders in 30 seconds flat.
The ladies decided that they didn't want to get Jessica's dress dirty, so they let her stay on the ground.
Jessica with her mom and sister.
After all of the wedding party and family pictures were completed, everyone else went over to the reception area to eat, and I took a few minutes with Dan and Jessica to get photos alone. This is starting to be one of the parts of the day that I most look forward to. It is such a calm a peaceful time for the bride and groom. They can just talk and be together without everyone looking and talking to them.
I wanted to make sure that I got a picture of just Jessica in her dress. It was simply stunning.
So of course we needed a picture of Dan as well.
For the next picture, I took Dan aside and asked him to walk over to Jessica and kiss her. She was standing over to the side getting a drink of water out of earshot. Once she put the bottle down, I gave him the green light, and this happened. I love it!
A couple of Jessica's friends wanted a picture with her as well. Aren't they a pretty trio?
I love cupcake towers. It is so pretty and perfect for an outdoor wedding.
There was a small lake situated behind the tables at the reception.
One of my favorite details was the candy bar. I love the chalkboard labels.
The flower girls got the party started with a little dancing.
And finally the happy couple made their way out onto the dance floor for their first dance. It was sweet wathcing them together because they didn't seem to notice that everyone was watching them. They had eyes only for each other.
After this, the party really got started and lasted into the wee hours of the morning.
Congratulations Jessica and Dan! May you always keep the happiness that enveloped everyone on your wedding day. Cheers!
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