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Rebecca + Joe : Engagement

July 23, 2012 by Jensey 4 Comments

Oh, Rebecca and Joe. <3

Since I love Christmas and I can finally see the light at the end of this dreadful summer heat, I thought I’d bring a little Christmas in July love to the blog. And there’s no better session to share than that of my dear Rebecca, who loves Christmas just as much as I do!

Nate and I first met Rebecca when she was the event coordinator for a rainy dessert party we were shooting once upon a time when we could photograph in the Disney parks (sad story). Rebecca recognized us and introduced herself as a blog stalker, and we’ve been friends ever since. What started as a Facebook friendship has since turned into a real friendship! Rebecca has such an addictive personality; her laugh is contagious and she’s always so genuinely interested in what’s going on in our lives. Her husband, Joe, is one of the funniest friends I have- His Twitter feed makes me laugh out loud. Seriously- click here to follow him! And while we don’t see them nearly as much as we’d like to, they are two of the kindest people I’ve ever known and I’m always leaving our visits wanting more time with them! :)

While we didn’t shoot Rebecca and Joe’s wedding (they were married after the dreaded no-outside photography rule was enforced), she did get us access to shoot their engagement session in Epcot before it opened one day, and clearance to shoot around the Magic Kingdom. As much as I hated not being their wedding photographer, I’m so happy we had some play time with them beforehand.

So, before you see these photos, a huge disclaimer: We can not photograph inside the four Walt Disney World parks! This just happened to be a magic moment brought to us by Rebecca and her cast member contacts. :) And honestly, I can’t think of a better couple to have ended our in-park shooting with. <3

Rebecca, you’re my favorite. Ever. That is all. :)

I think this was Joe’s monkey face? :)

Epcot, I miss you!

Loooooooooooooove them.

Favorite!!!!!

Had to put this one in, ’cause it’s Christmas in July and all!

So, it’s been almost 3 years since this shoot. Can we do it again, please?? :) Love you guys- See you SOON!

Liz + Bryan : Wedding Part II

July 18, 2012 by Jensey 5 Comments

Continued from Liz and Bryan’s Wedding Part I. :)

I love a good daytime exit!

Thank you to the random guests who offered their surrey for a few photos! :)

I love how well their colors worked with the Atlantic Dance Hall.

For their first dance, Bryan’s friend crooned “That’s All.” So sweet.

My favorite thing about Disney weddings? All the little kiddies that come up and compliment the couple. :)

Mad props to Liz and Bryan who instead of a “first look,” gave us tons of time after the reception for some photos around the Boardwalk Inn. We were able to get shots like this… Any New Girl fans out there? ;)

Favorite.

We ended photos at a place near and dear to my heart, the Bellevue Lounge, where they ended the night with best friends and drinks.

I don’t have a photo of it, but the night ended with us getting a giant, spontaneous group hug from Liz and Bryan’s bridal party! It was pretty much wonderful, and we left on a warm fuzzy overload. Liz and Bryan, WE LOVE YOU! Let us know whenever you make it to Nashville! :)

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Liz + Bryan : Wedding Part I

July 17, 2012 by Jensey 12 Comments

Liz had a hunch Bryan would propose during their winter trip to Disney. They planned a romantic dinner for two at Jiko (my favorite!), but when they sat down and Bryan dropped the bomb that he was still working on the ring, Liz’s heart sank. So much so that she proceeded to pout through their entire meal! When dessert arrived with “Will you marry me?” written in chocolate syrup, she realized she’d been dooped and immediately said yes. :) It was only fitting that they chose to get married at Walt Disney World- The scene of the crime!

Liz and Bryan exchanged vows at Disney’s Wedding Pavilion at the Grand Floridian, with their wedding reception following at the BoardWalk Inn’s Atlantic Dance Hall.

As if they weren’t amazing enough, Liz and Bryan’s had their friend do this original piece for us. I loooooooove it!!!!!!!!!!

I love Liz’s “I’M GETTING MARRIED!” face. :)

Two of the cutest flower girls EVER. Nate and I always joke that they should have a flower girl/ ring bearer rental company, and these two would bring in the big bucks!

Liz and her best friend Meghan had been Tweeting at us for a good year before the wedding. When the date finally came, I felt like we were old friends already!