St Louis Wedding Photographer | Mr. & Mrs. Townley | The Historic John B. Busch Brewery Event Center1/21/2021 I started the new year celebrating Krystal & Heath's love for one another. It was the perfect way to begin 2021. The Townley's were fortunate to be surrounded by their closest family & friends. We even made a pit stop to see Krystal's grandma (who couldn't attend due to the COVID risks). Seeing her face light up when she saw the happy couple, was the highlight of my day. Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Townley! Vendors: Venue: The Historic John B. Busch Brewery Event Center Dress & Suits: Wedding Creations HMU: Kalee Krupinski Florist: Four Seasons Elegant Illusions Photography is an award winning St. Louis MO Wedding & Portrait Photographer, specializing in St. Louis Wedding, Engagement, & Portrait Photography, serving St. Louis, Franklin County, and surrounding areas.
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I wrapped up my 2020 wedding season with a magical day spent celebrating Abby & Ben's love for one another. 2020 has been INSANE as everyone in the world knows. Trying to plan a wedding during a pandemic hasn't been easy on anyone. Last minute changes or reschedules were at the top of the list of concerns for most couples. As a St. Louis Wedding Photographer, I have seen first hand, the panic these poor couples have gone through. LUCKILY Abby & Ben were able to have a gorgeous ceremony and a little bit of post ceremony fun, despite their last minute rearrangements to their big day. It was literally the most beautiful December day, with very comfortable temps and the perfect amount of sunlight. These two somehow found a way to combine their love of all things Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings & a sprinkle of Disney magic thrown in. Abby's main request for their formal portraits were to make sure to capture their weird/goofy/playful side. It was great! I love being able to see the real you during your portraits! They had me cracking up. CONGRATULATIONS MR. & MRS. DIERKER! Vendors: Dress: Wedding Creations Hair: Designers Edge Makeup: Megan Gaither Florals: Sister Chicks Flowers Elegant Illusions Photography is an award winning St. Louis MO Wedding & Portrait Photographer, specializing in St. Louis Wedding, Engagement, & Portrait Photography, serving St. Louis, Franklin County, and surrounding areas. Destination Wedding Packages available. If you are lucky enough to spend just a few minutes with Jessy & Mike, you will immediately see just how perfect they are for one another. I have been blessed with getting to know the two of them over the last year. Their wedding day was perfectly them. They were surrounded by so many of their friends & family, showering them with love & support. In spite of the chilly damp weather, all of us felt the warmth of their love. I absolutely love when I get to work with the team at Lost Hill Lake. As a St Louis Wedding Photographer, it is always a pleasure working with a team as thoughtful and attentive as the LHL team. They truly pull out all the stops at every wedding they host. I loved all the little touches they included for The Schaljo's big day. The baskets of blankets and the cozy bonfires helped keep everyone nice and comfortable. Congratulations Mike & Jessy! This is just the beginning to what will be a beautiful love story! Vendors Venue: Lost Hill Lake Weddings & Events Accommodations/Bridal Suite: Budget Lodging Dress: Clarice's Bridal Fashions Florals: Sisterchicks Flowers Video/DJ: Applause Weddings HMU: Ashley Boren 2nd Photographer: Kristen Pruser Elegant Illusions Photography is an award winning St. Louis MO Wedding & Portrait Photographer, specializing in St. Louis Wedding, Engagement, & Portrait Photography, serving St. Louis, Franklin County, and surrounding areas. Destination Wedding Packages available. 2ndWhen I think back on Kellie & Kevin's wedding day, I can't help but grin from ear to ear. They share a love so strong & so full of laughter. As a wedding photographer, I get to stand back and just absorb some of the moments in the day. What I saw were two people who are truly each others best friend. There were so many moments where they looked at one another and just couldn't help but laugh at an inside joke, or something silly one of them had done. It is a blessing when you are able to have your best friend become your spouse. The Smegner's wedding was absolutely stunning. (I am obsessed with how gorgeous The Caramel Room in St Louis is.) Their day was full of so many laughs, tears, and giant smiles. Kellie & Kevin have so many people surrounding them with support & wisdom. I can not wait to see the rest of their love story unfold. CONGRATULATIONS Mr. & Mrs. Smegner! Vendors Venue: The Caramel Room Dress: Clarice's Bridal Fashions Florist: Petal Pushers STL Cake: Sarah's Cake Shop HMU: KAMCO Beauty 2nd Photographer: Kristen Pruser Videographer: Daniel Thompson Film & Photography Elegant Illusions Photography is an award winning St. Louis MO Wedding & Portrait Photographer, specializing in St. Louis Wedding, Engagement, & Portrait Photography, serving St. Louis, Franklin County, and surrounding areas. Destination Wedding Packages available. Amanda & Logan traveled from Texas to be with their family & friends as they said "I Do". They are both originally from the Union MO & Washington MO areas, so coming back to their home town to share their celebration was a no brainer. It was the perfect autumn day with warm sun and the smell of crisp leaves in the air. Amanda looked like a fairytale princess and Logan had a look of awe in his eyes, every time he gazed at his bride. These two middle school sweethearts couldn't be more perfect for one another. The details of this wonderful day were so gorgeous. Everything from the bridesmaids dresses, to the flowers, down to the centerpieces, were straight out of a magazine. It hasn't been easy for our 2020 brides, planning their wedding day, and if you throw in the Morton's out of town factor, planning was a big task to manage. Despite all the obstacles, everything was absolutely perfect. Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Morton! I wish you all the best and know you will have a long marriage full of laughter & love. Vendors: Venue: Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church & St. Francis Borgia Ballroom-Washington MO Dress: Wedding Creations Hair: Leslie Unnerstall/Trashy Roots Salon Makeup: Christine Newton Florist: Four Seasons Florist Cake: Teresa Lynn Cakes Elegant Illusions Photography is an award winning St. Louis MO Wedding & Portrait Photographer, specializing in St. Louis Wedding, Engagement, & Portrait Photography, serving St. Louis, Franklin County, and surrounding areas.
Destination Wedding Packages available. When I think back on Karley & Keith's day, the word that comes to mind is elegance. Everything about their day was perfectly thought out and absolutely stunning. Karley & Keith are such a beautiful couple! They could not stop smiling all day. Their grins were so contagious that my cheeks hurt by the end of the night. As a St Louis Wedding Photographer, I love working with new (to me) venue's. The Villa Antonio Winery in Hillsboro MO is so picturesque. Nestled back off the beaten path, surrounded by quiet rolling hills, it is a beautiful venue. Big congratulations to the Pfaff's! They have a beautiful future ahead of them. Vendors Venue: Villa Antonio Winery Dress: Sincerely Yours Bridal Florist: Charlee Storner Cake: Cake House Design DJ: Sound Solutions Live LLC Elegant Illusions Photography is an award winning St. Louis MO Wedding & Portrait Photographer, specializing in St. Louis Wedding, Engagement, & Portrait Photography, serving St. Louis, Franklin County, and surrounding areas.
Destination Wedding Packages available. Kelsie & Emmett have a love story like none I've ever heard before. Kelsie fell in love with Emmett in 7th grade and knew they had to be together. They finally got serious in Highschool and haven't looked back since. You guys! Kelsie married Emmett "FREAKING" Parker! Hearing the retelling of their story through the words of their closest family & friends was so special. As a wedding photographer, I feel like I truly get to know my couples when their family & friends paint those pictures. PS: I most definitely was fighting back tears. Especially when Kelsie's mom spoke. Heartland Farms in Bourbon MO was the perfect setting for these two soul mates to celebrate with family/friends. It's a hidden gem! Their day was everything Kelsie & Emmett imagined it would be and I know the rest of their lives will be just as magical. CONGRATULATIONS Mr. & Mrs. PARKER. I can't wait to see your story continue! I could go on & on all day about all the beautiful things about this wedding, but I know you are here for the gorgeous pics. Vendors Venue: Heartland Farms Dress/Tux: Mimi's Bridal Hair: Beauty Marked by Sarah Makeup: Tyra Mangrum Videographer: These Forever Moments DJ: Hysteria Sound Elegant Illusions Photography is an award winning St. Louis MO Wedding & Portrait Photographer, specializing in St. Louis Wedding, Engagement, & Portrait Photography, serving St. Louis, Franklin County, and surrounding areas.
Destination Wedding Packages available. Brittany & Garrett were married on one of the prettiest September days I can remember. Here in St. Louis MO, we never know what September will bring. The air was brisk and the sun was shining. There was excitement floating around and the couple was surrounded by so much love and support. It was the kind of day that every wedding photographer hopes for. Brittany & Garrett traveled from their home in California, to celebrate their union with family and friends here in St. Louis. So many things about their day were different than what they originally had planned. The date changed. The venue changed. Some of their family/friends were unable to make it. They rolled with it and didn't let it dampen their spirits. I was blown away at how they were able to transform Brittany's childhood back yard in to a magical reception. I feel such a sense of pride for all of my couples affected by COVID. Watching how the handle these unexpected situations and seeing their love shine just warms my heart. Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Meier! I was honored to capture your day and help tell your love story. Vendors Dress: Clarice's Bridal Florist: The Greenhouse of Highland Suits: Calvin Klein Cake: Sarah's Cake Shop DJ: Nick Calandro (family friend) Videographer: These Forever Moments 2nd Photographer: Kristen Pruser Elegant Illusions Photography is an award winning St. Louis MO Wedding & Portrait Photographer, specializing in St. Louis Wedding, Engagement, & Portrait Photography, serving St. Louis, Franklin County, and surrounding areas.
Destination Wedding Packages available. Casey & Peter planned the perfect micro wedding and it was beautiful! As a wedding photographer in St Louis, I'm quickly becoming a fan of these intimate celebrations. The need for social distancing and smaller gatherings was difficult to adjust to, but the way couples are adapting and making changes warms my heart. The Arseneault's chose a picturesque AirBNB called Grafton Getaway (Grafton IL) for their big day. It was absolutely adorable with so many perks. The life size chess board was a favorite of mine. Now, let me just tell you..... walking down the aisle was too basic for Casey. She took full advantage of the slide built in to the side of the hill and made her grand entrance in the most unique way! It was a surprise to (almost) everyone. BEST ENTRANCE EVER! The Arseneault's have a big, full life ahead of them. I can't wait to see what they will accomplish together! CONGRATULATIONS! Vendors Dress: Cleo Bridal Venue: Grafton Getaway Hair: Mane Attraction Florist: Soulard Florist Videography: The Film Perspective Elegant Illusions Photography is an award winning St. Louis MO Wedding & Portrait Photographer, specializing in St. Louis Wedding, Engagement, & Portrait Photography, serving St. Louis, Franklin County, and surrounding areas. Destination Wedding Packages available. What do you imagine your perfect wedding day will look like? As a wedding photographer in St Louis, I think the perfect wedding day is one full of support and joy. Sun shining warmly on your face. A gentle breeze with the scent of summer.. A calm morning spent getting ready with your family and friends. Lot's of smiles, hugs, love & laughter. Family and friends gathered around to celebrate your love for one another. All of the details coming together to create the perfect look. Well, Tori & Kyle were blessed with all of those elements and more for their wedding day. The Keeven's home Parish of St. Paul Catholic Church in St. Paul MO was so beautiful. It has stunning stained glass windows and a domed ceiling with a beautiful mural that gives off those old world vibes. I fell in love with the gorgeous white light the dome ceiling provides. After the ceremony, we headed over to a family friends farm for with Mr & Mrs Keeven, to photograph them in the green rolling hills with quaint rustic buildings. It was a blast! The reception that followed was absolutely perfect. I've never seen a KC Hall quite as beautiful as the one in St. Paul MO. Tori & Kyle had a day full of support, love, emotion, laughter & joy. I know their marriage will be equally as full. Congratulations Mr & Mrs Keeven! I can't wait to watch the rest of your love story unfold. ~VENDORS~ Reception Venue/Catering: Knights of Columbus, St. Paul MO Wedding Coordinator & Cake: Sharida Mitchell - Simply You Events Dress: Mia Grace Bridal Suits: Savvi Florist: Netti Mueller Hair: Bliss Day Salon & Spa Makeup: Belleza DJ: Music House DJ 2nd Photographer: Kristen Pruser Elegant Illusions Photography is an award winning St. Louis MO Wedding & Portrait Photographer, specializing in St. Louis Wedding, Engagement, & Portrait Photography, serving St. Louis, Franklin County, and surrounding areas.
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