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Jessica + Forrest : Polynesian Village Resort Engagement Session

January 9, 2017 by Jensey Leave a Comment

Once upon a time, we showed up for an engagement session at the Polynesian, and Jennifer Love Hewitt’s clone showed up! These two are from Mississippi, which meant that *my* southern accent was back in full swing for a good week. ;)

Jessica and Forrest met at a college football game through friends- Jessica’s childhood babysitter and Forrest’s big sister were friends. One thing led to another, and Forrest became a converted Disney fan and even popped the question in front of Cinderella Castle. Jessica said she never saw it coming! :)

We loved getting to know these guys and this became one of my favorite sessions from last year. Enjoy! :)

Thanks for meeting up to play for a bit, y’all. We wish you the very best!! :)

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Aynsley + Andrew : Orlando, Florida Wedding

January 7, 2017 by Jensey Leave a Comment

Aynsely and Andrew came all the way from their home in the UK for their Disney wedding!

It was a gorgeous December day, not too hot, not too cold, and not a drop of rain to be found. :)

I loved, loved LOVED Andrew’s cufflinks! A little hard to read, but it’s from the plaque when you enter the Magic Kingdom that says, “‘Here you leave today and enter the world of yesterday, tomorrow, and fantasy.”

I love a bride in glasses!!! <3

Their ceremony was at the Yacht Club Gazebo. <3

One of my faaaavorites. <3

MARRIED! <3

Of course, the littlest guests were on point! :)

My other favorite!! Aynsley, you were a gorgeous bride. <3

And then they had one of my favorite cakes of alllllllll time!!! :)

Aynsley and Andrew, we had so much fun and wish you the very, very best! :)

Scott + Michael : Christmas Eve Surprise Wedding <3

January 2, 2017 by Jensey Leave a Comment

Y’all… Buddy the elf got it all wrong. The best way to spread Christmas cheer ISN’T singing loud for all to hear; it’s inviting your family and friends to your home on Christmas Eve for a surprise wedding! <3

While we wouldn’t usually take a wedding on our anniversary, Nate and I were in Disneyland when we first got Scott’s inquiry and we both got goosebumps! It wasn’t a matter of “if” we’d make it happen, but how, seeing as we’d have to shuffle some family plans to make it happen. I’ve always wanted to photograph a surprise wedding, and I honestly can’t think of a better way to spend our 9th anniversary afternoon than seeing this beautiful couple exchange vows. <3

This was the beautiful view Scott and Michael’s guests were treated to when they arrived for drinks. :)

Last minute cheat-sheet prep by their close friend and officiant, who also doubled as bartender. I told him he could make a killing here in Orlando combining those two services! ;)

THIS GIRL. <3 I fell in love with Michelle on our first shoot together, and she was 1/2 of the reason we got the incredible honor of photographing this wedding! Scott was going to hire a client’s daughter to shoot the event, and Michelle insisted he hire us. After a few minutes, they realized they were both talking about ME! Scott has cut my step dad’s hair for years! Such a small world. :)

It seemed their guests figured out they were there for a wedding at varying times, but I got to be present for a couple light bulb moments. :)

After everyone arrived, Scott and Michael led us to the back porch for the ceremony.

It took Scott’s sweet mom a good minute into the ceremony to realize her son was getting married!!

I loved Scott’s excitement when Michael put his wedding band on! :)

Every time I look at this photo, I get a lump in my throat. <3

The usual suspects! ;) See more photos of Michelle and Pocket HERE!

Marriage license time!!

The real star of the day- Warren! <3

Our favorite. <3

Scott and Michael, we hope y’all know how much it meant to us to be a part of this exciting chapter in your story!! From one Christmas Eve couple to another, we truly wish you the happiest of ever afters. Cheers, friends!!

First Look on the 1st : Heather + Michael

January 1, 2017 by Jensey Leave a Comment

HAPPY NEW YEAR! <3

Today’s First Look on the 1st couple is Heather and Michael! Their evening Sea Breeze Point ceremony and Epcot Italy reception STILL makes me swoon. Visit this sweet, colorful, glitter-ful wedding here! :)