Christie & Charlie | Pinecroft Estate Cincinnati Wedding

March 27, 2017

Almost a year later, this wedding is still just as sweet. And it gets me super excited for spring. :)

Christie and Charlie met at OSU freshman year and they never looked back. Through summers apart, medical school and planning for a life together in another state, these two say their favorite thing about the other is that they're perfectly balanced.

I have to agree, and that's just from one beautiful day spent photographing their new marriage. Christie and Charlie were never happier that day than when they were together. There was a lightness and reassurance every time we did a few portraits together, when they wed in the orchard at Pinecroft Estate, and when they danced through the night. What a beautiful thing to witness.

Congrats, you guys!

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Ceremony and Reception: Pinecroft at Crosley Estate
Caterer: Funky's
Florist: Floral Verde
Cake: Maribelle Cakery
DJ: DJ Toad
Makeup Artist: Simply Makeup & Hair
Hair Stylist: Carly Kipp
Bride's Dress: Jenny Yoo, Carrie Karibo
Bride's Shoes: Calvin Klein
Bridesmaid Dresses: Amsale, Nordstrom
Honeymoon: Greece!

Shannon & Joe | Indiana Countryside Wedding

July 10, 2014

It started at a Reds game. As the story goes, Shannon and Joe were more into each other than the baseball game, but for good reason, right? :) They both say they knew right away that they would get married, and their gut was obviously right.

"Joe is my favorite person to hang out with, he makes me laugh, we never run out of conversation, and he's cute," Shannon said.

Joe is the self-proclaimed softie of the relationship, and it was so adorable watching the two of them from behind my camera all day. Shannon and Joe got married on THE most beautiful summer day, and Nathan and I were so honored to travel to Batesville, Ind., for the occasion. (Fun fact: Nathan and Shannon went to high school together!)

Enjoy the exciting years ahead, you guys. Thanks for making us laugh all day and treating us so well! You guys are the best!

Joe's father has passed away, but Shannon and Joe make sure he was remembered all day. His restored truck sat on Shannon's parent's property all day and was used for a lot of the portraits (see below!)

So sweet! I love first looks. :)

I also love film. Shannon and Joe, you guys are good-looking people!

Ceremony: Gladys Russell Wildlife Refuge Videographer: Thomas Essick Florist: Daffadillys Bakery: Tiers and Cheers Caterer: Donna Schebler DJ: Music n Motion Bride's Dress: Stella York, Splendid Bridal Bridesmaids' Dresses: Allure, Splendid Bridal Honeymoon: Jamaica!

Julie & Micah | Outdoor Cincinnati Wedding

April 17, 2014

Julie says that her favorite thing about Micah is that he shows her he loves her every single day. And THAT was my favorite thing about their wedding. I love observing couples, and watching Micah watch Julie was just so sweet. She is one lucky lady because he thinks the world of her.

These two got married on a beautiful, breezy day in a suburb of Cincinnati. Julie is the daughter of my former co-worker (Hi, Lisa!) and I've been so excited about this wedding since she booked last spring. Add to the fun Julie's daughter, Jaylen, and you have one rockin' wedding! :)

Julie and Micah, thank you for sharing your happiness with me. I loved documenting your big day, and I'm so excited to keep up with your newly joined family. :)

Julie and Micah chose to do a first look before the ceremony ...

I love that all the guys, including the ring bearer, plus Julie wore Converse sneakers. What a comfy choice!

So, funny story: At the exact moment of the first kiss, Jaylen yelled, "Ewwwww!" which obviously cracked everyone up. Looking at these photos though, I think a bug flew into her mouth, which was probably what she was really "ewwwing" about. Can we verify this, Julie? Lisa? :)

Julie's sister, Mallory, SANG the father/daughter song. Oh my goodness. Such a sweet moment.

Julie and Jaylen had their very own dance too.

Ceremony: Harbin Park Reception: Receptions Fairfield Florist: Two Little Buds DJ: Everlasting Sounds Bride's Dress: David's Bridal Bridemaids' Dresses: David's Bridal Tuxes: Men's Wearhouse Honeymoon: Punta Cana!

Amber & Josh | Urban Cincinnati Wedding

March 21, 2014

Amber knew almost immediately that Josh was the one for her. It happened over Chinese food.

"I remember looking at Josh during our first dinner together at Friendship Chinese and immediately feeling like he was the one for me," she said. "I went home later that night and told my roommates that I really felt like I could marry him, which shocked all of us as I was never 'that girl,' but I just knew in my gut that he was my one."

Amber and Josh are so kind. Some of the kindest people I've ever met. They're positive and happy. They're genuine, and after just one meeting with them you know that they are interested in you and what you have to say. They love laughing together, and they don't take themselves too seriously. They support each other no matter what. Amber and Josh's Cincinnati wedding was a joyful celebration because of who these two are separately and together.

Congratulations, you guys! Thank you SO much for your hospitality and generosity. I left your wedding with a big smile on my face. :) You two are the real deal.

I loooove photographing weddings in Cincinnati!

Beautiful, Amber!

While I was with the girls, my fabulous second shooter Jeni was with the guys.

Amber and Josh had the sweetest first look ...

Then it was off to Over-the-Rhine for some urban portraits …

LOVE this shot that Jeni captured just above! The benefits of having a second shooter: While she was capturing this, I was capturing the photo above this one.