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Christina + Justin: 9th Street Abbey Wedding

10.05.11

I love to have engagement sessions with my clients. It gives us time to get to know each other, especially if we didn’t have an initial consultation, which happens when out of town couples book me over the phone/internet. With Christina + Justin, I had neither, which always makes me a little nervous. Meeting on the wedding day is always very interesting because I have no idea what to expect. Lucky for me, this great couple were really natural in front of my camera and a joy to be around. Everybody was so happy and so kind, and I had a really wonderful time documenting their wedding day.

If you have never been to the 9th Street Abbey, you are seriously missing out. The outdoor space is like a fairytale, which is why Christina + Justin had their first look out there.

Isn’t it just an amazing venue?

We did all the portraits before the ceremony so the guests didn’t have to wait between the ceremony and reception, which were both held at the 9th Street Abbey.

I was so thankful for this wall. It pretty much rocked.

Leave it to a little boy to make a bouquet into a gun. Reminds me of my little 4-year-old.

Great shot by my wonderful second shooter, Paula. Love their expressions.

My second shooter, Paula, grabbed this beautiful balcony shot.

How adorable are these 2? They had an audience while they were dancing the night away.

Love this shot of the bridesmaids that my second shooter, Paula grabbed.

VENDORS
Ceremony: 9th Street Abbey
Reception: 9th Street Abbey
Photographer: Nicole Welch Photography
Bakery: McArthurs

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Lauren + Dave: Vineyard at Riverbend Wedding

09.27.11

Thank you SO much for being patient with me and my lack of blog posts lately. I’m right in the middle of the crazy fall wedding season. So many weddings in a row, combined with engagement shoots, family sessions and my own family has made my blogging time few and far between. I’m staying on top of galleries though! As a little side note, if you’re needing an October engagement session, please email ASAP because I only have a couple dates left. And now, for Lauren + Dave’s wedding day post!!!

Pounding rain greeted me as I exited my car and ran into the hotel where Lauren was getting her hair and makeup done. Not exactly how a bride wants to start her day, especially when she’s supposed to be getting married at a beautiful vineyard in the picturesque Washington, MO. We all kept our fingers crossed that the clouds would part and the sun would make an appearance, but it was not to be. It was easy to see that Lauren was a little disappointed, but at the end of the day, she was marrying Dave, and the joy on their faces as they walked down that aisle after the ceremony was all the mattered. And lucky for us, during the reception, the skies took pity upon us and gave us a little of that glorious sunshine, and we were able to sneak out for a few portraits in the vineyard.

I love these next 2 shots. They put a smile on my face.

Lauren’s bouquet from Four Seasons Florist was spectacular! st. louis wedding photographer the vineyard at riverbend chapel wedding photographer midwest wedding photojournalist

There was such joy in their faces after they were married. I hope they love this shot as much as I do. They couldn’t stop looking at one another.

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We ran outside for a few shots in the drizzling rain…We weren’t sure we’d get back outside, and Lauren really wanted some outdoor shots of the 2 of them. the vineyard at riverbend chapel wedding photographer

Love this cake, especially the cake topper! Looks just like them. the vineyard at riverbend chapel wedding photographer

This kid had some MOVES! the vineyard at riverbend chapel wedding photographer

And so did this one. the vineyard at riverbend chapel wedding photographer

And look who was also at Lauren and Dave’s wedding!!! Katie + Jonathan! I shot their wedding last year, and it’s just about their 1 year anniversary. Happy early anniversary, you guys. Much love. the vineyard at riverbend chapel wedding photographer

This was a fun group for sure. washington, mo wedding photographer

And this is where the sun came out, and we ran out for a few minutes for portraits of just the 2 of them. It was sticky. It was hot. But we were all happy.

The end. Congratulations again, Lauren + Dave! It was such a joy to be a part of your day.

Lauren + Dave’s Vendors:
Ceremony: The Vineyard at Riverbend Chapel

Reception: The Vineyard at Riverbend Chapel

Bakery:Exquisite Cakes

Florist: Four Seasons Florist

Photographer: Nicole Welch Photography

Makeup: Emily Miller with Delicately Bold

Hair: Hair by Chrissy

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Lauren + Dan: The Vineyard at Riverbend Wedding

09.15.11

If you’ve ever been to my blog before, you know I LOVE outdoor weddings, especially when they take place at a vineyard. It’s such a magical, romantic type of venue. Their ceremony took place at sunset, and I couldn’t have planned the day any better. Congrats Lauren + Dan. It was an amazing wedding.

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What are sisters for?! Steaming wedding dresses.

The guys have it WAY too easy on their wedding day. missouri vineyard wedding

The location…breath-taking.

I couldn’t resist grabbing this shot as I waited for the ceremony to begin.

Lauren’s brothers…They were fantastic!

So the flower girl didn’t quite make it up the aisle…She made her own way.

And everyone loved it. (Look at that gorgeous light!!!)

Best groom reaction. EVER. Seeing Lauren for the first time.

I love that even the groomsmen have the BIGGEST smiles on their faces. missouri vineyard wedding photographer missouri wedding photographer missouri winery wedding the vineyard at riverbend wedding st. louis wedding photographer

No matter how many times I shoot at The Vineyard at Riverbend, I never get tired of it. This is why. the vineyard at riverbend wedding washington, mo wedding photographer

Lauren + Dan had a pretty rockin’ candy table for their guests.

They showed a very touching slideshow at the reception. missouri wedding midwest wedding photographer

Lauren’s little brother celebrated his birthday on her wedding day…It wasn’t complete without a birthday cake! missouri wedding photographer

VENDORS:
Photography: Nicole Welch Photography

Ceremony: The Vineyard at Riverbend

Reception: The Vineyard at Riverbend

Florist: For Seasons Florist

Bakery: Wedding Wonderland

Videographer: Photo Video Image Productions

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Lauren + Dan: Sneak Peek

09.07.11

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Allie + Jon: Tower Grove engagement session

07.22.11

If you haven’t noticed, I’ve been shooting a LOT out at Tower Grove Park. But that’s ok by me – the light’s always beautiful, and it’s so big that there are always new places to discover! Allie + Jon, thanks for bringing so many of your own ideas and so much energy to your engagement session. I had a blast and am really looking for your wedding in October!

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Erin + Ben: Tower Grove Engagement Session

07.20.11

Ben and Erin’s engagement session was scheduled on what I think was THE hottest day of the year, unfortunately. But lucky for me, they’re super easy going and made for a fun engagement session. We did have to take some “cooling off breaks” in our cars, but we made it through! And Erin’s hair looked amazing down to the last shot of the day – how is that even possible?! I am really looking forward to your wedding next year. Thanks for a great shoot, you guys.

There’s always nice light out at Tower Grove an hour before sunset.

They are TOO cute together!

Erin, you are gorgeous! My favorite shot of the day.

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Lauren + Grant: Love session

07.13.11

Grant and Lauren have been married for 5 years, but they rarely take pictures of themselves. Lauren, a photographer herself, has been wanting to get some photos of the 2 of them for a while. Grant, well, he’s pretty much the opposite of Lauren, they say. He’s never in pictures, always puts his hand in front of the camera, etc. I feel honored that he allowed me to photograph him and his wife. They’re going to make some super cute babies one day!

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Mark and Danielle: St. Louis engagement session

07.08.11

All I have to say about this session is that it was hands down one of my favorites. Ever. Can’t wait for their wedding next year!

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Kristin and Jed: Oliva on the Hill Wedding

06.29.11

It was a warm, beautiful day filled with love and laughter. Jed and Kristin were married at Oliva on the Hill, a hidden gem in St. Louis. Here’s their wedding day story. Thanks for looking!

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Dianna + Dan: Forest Park Engagement Session

06.27.11

Dianna and Dan are an incredibly sweet, fun couple. I had so much fun hanging out with them at Forest Park. They drove in all the way from Decatur, IL for the shoot and are getting married next May in Bermuda. How awesome is that?! We had great weather for our shoot, and some pretty sweet light popping in and out. I hope you enjoy their images as much as I did.

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Kerri + Adam: St. Louis engagement session

06.20.11

These two chose Washington Avenue for the location of their engagement session. It also just so happens to be where they live! Urban shoots are so much fun, and it had been a while since I had shot on Washington. Needless to say, it’s always fun because there are always new locations to discover. Including this first shot, which is a place I’ve been wanting to shoot for two years. I finally got the opportunity.

Thanks, Kerri + Adam, for a great shoot! I can’t wait for your October wedding.

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Kate + Chris: Vineyard at Riverbend Chapel wedding

06.08.11

I photographed Chris and Kate’s wedding a couple of weeks ago. A couple of things went wrong. Poor Kate had a sinus infection with fever, and their beautiful garden wedding was rained out and had to be held inside…But you know what? It didn’t matter in the slightest. Everyone was just happy that it was Chris and Kate’s wedding day, and a beautiful day it was. So many details were given great thought, as I noticed from the second I drove up the road to The Vineyard at Riverbend Chapel. And that is just one of the reasons this is one of the longest blog posts ever.

This sign was one of my favorites. So sweet. And true. Because regardless of what went wrong, all the important things went right, and it indeed was a happy day. Hope you enjoy their story.