Seaside Dreams | Bridal Inspiration

Seaside Dreams | Bridal Inspiration

There are a thousand reasons to love the Summer. The cool sand, ocean blues and warm rays of the sun are good for the soul. A few months ago our team started dreaming of some Summer wedding inspiration by the seaside. Here's a little more about the inspiration behind this concept of the shoot:

When I think of Summer the first thing that comes to mind is the ocean. Perhaps its because I grew up minutes away from the shore. Regardless, I've always been enthralled by the dichotomy between chaos and calm of the sea. It is both fierce and gentle in an ethereally and haunting way. It evokes a beautiful sense of longing for the unknown and intangible. The ocean has always moved my soul deeply. I knew it would be beautiful to merge my love of the sea and wedding inspiration. When I found the dream-like coast of Fort Pickens, I knew it would be the perfect backdrop. Our model is a ballet dancer, beautifully using her talent for capturing emotion through movement. It is as if her love is out at sea and she waits for him. Looking out upon the waves fill her with both immense longing and peace. Our floral and paper designs pulled everything together in perfect simplicity. The watercolor on the paper suite wonderfully mimics the lull of the tides. Again, the model's attire reiterated simplistic beauty and the organic-feeling tiara added just the right amount of elegance. We hope you feel as we do when looking at these images.

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Kara & Justin | Magnolia & Mint Wedding

Kara & Justin | Magnolia & Mint Wedding

I'm so excited to be sharing this beautiful wedding with you all today. I've been on this journey with Kara and Justin for what feels like a very long time. Their engagement session last summer in Oxford seems like an eternity ago! I knew from the beginning that these two were going to have such a beautiful celebration of their union, both tangibly and intangibly. The feel of the whole day was pure sweetness and romance. Kara is one of the most detailed yet laid back brides I've ever had the pleasure to work with over the years. The day they planned was perfection. One of my favorite moments was their first look underneath a canopy of old oaks. Nothing compares to that moment when the groom gazes upon his beautiful bride for the first time. It will never, ever get old to me! There were so many beautiful and timeless moments on this day. Here are just a few...

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Sarah Beth & Graeson | Rosemary Beach FL Engagement

Sarah Beth & Graeson | Rosemary Beach FL Engagement

As I travel, I take note of all the romantic places I discover. I'm blessed to have one of them right in my backyard. (Give or take an hour!) The gulf coast of Florida's panhandle is home to the most gorgeous beaches. Jonathan and I went to the Caribbean islands on our honeymoon. We thought it was beautiful, but I think we've been a little spoiled by our gorgeous ocean views near home. I was so when Sarah Beth and Graeson decided they wanted their engagements at Rosemary Beach. Their family has a beach house nearby, so it was the perfect backdrop for their love! Sarah Beth and Graeson are like two peas in a pod. I don't think I could even imagine them apart! They are incredibly natural together, which only makes sense for a couple who has been in love a long time. I'm so excited to be a part of these precious highschool sweetheart's day this summer! Until then, enjoy these images of how gorgeous they are together!

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Kara | Eden Garden Bridal

Kara | Eden Garden Bridal

This past Saturday I had the pleasure of photographing this lovely girl as she wed her man. It was like a breath of fresh air - stunning, elegant and incredibly sweet. Kara is an absolute joy and one of the most precious people you will ever meet. I also don't think it's possible for her not to be adorable. She is such a classic beauty and an authentic person. I'm so excited for you all to see her radiance as well! I've been dying to post these for months! Alas, the wait is no longer! I'll be back soon to share more from their gorgeous wedding!

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Lindsay & James | Soft, Classic Wedding

Lindsay & James | Soft, Classic Wedding

Lindsay and James are one of the sweetest couples I've ever met. I can't help but smile when I watch them interact together. After such a beautiful engagement session, I had no doubt their wedding would be timeless and gorgeous day as well. Lindsay was a vision in her classic lace gown and had us all enthralled. It was the sweetest February day, surrounded by so many wonderful people who came to celebrate their sweet love. I'm so thankful I was able to be a part of these memories.

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