Monica & Justin's wedding absolutely blew me away. So much thought went in to every little detail. From the moment I arrived, the air was vibrating with anticipation and excitement. There were so many laughs, hugs and happy tears shared. We started off the day in the Unnerstall home, where Monica got ready & shared her first look with her doting daddy. The ceremony at St. Francis Borgia in Washington MO was as beautiful as ever. I love when I get the opportunity to shoot there. It is such a beautiful historic church. We then headed out to New Haven and I was in complete awe over how they were able to convert their family farm in to a reception venue that could rival the best of them! 
These two share something so special, I can't wait to watch their future unfold!
Shout out to all of the wonderful vendors!
Videographer: The Storyteller Films
Flowers: Four Seasons Florist
Cake: Schultes Bakery
Hair: Shear Design
Makeup: Emily Miller Makeup
Tux: The Black Tux
Dress: Kleinfeld 
Big thanks to my 2nd for the day, Kristen. 

Dan & Sarah had the most elegant wedding weekend surrounded by family and friends from across several states. I was honored to be a part of their weekend extravaganza. I always enjoy getting to know my couples over the course of their engagement, from the time we first meet, to their engagement session, on through their big day. However, I feel like I get to know them best while listening to what their closest family/friends have to say about them. I'm back there behind the camera, laughing & crying right along with you as I listen to the stories told. I have to say that my favorite part of their whole day was when the MOH got the dueling pianos involved in her speech and started singing "Friends in Low Places". The guests erupted in to song with her!
Sunset Country Club in St. Louis was absolutely picturesque and was the perfect spot for these two to say I Do. I can't wait to see what the future holds for Dan & Sarah. 

Vendors
​Venue: Sunset Country Club
Dueling Pianos: Spanky Entertainment 
Cake: Hanks Cheesecake 
HMU: New Seasons Spa​
Florist: Always in Bloom 
Dress: Whittington Bridal - Kingston TX​

I knew the moment I met Dan & Julia, that their love story is one for the records. Their day was full of so much tender emotion. I can't help but smile as I look through all of their images. As a wedding photographer in St. Louis MO, I am blessed to capture magic with every wedding I shoot. Every so often though, I get to capture something EXTRA magical. The rain threatened all day, but literally just after saying "I Do" the clouds gave way & let the sun shine through. I can't wait to see what the future holds for this special couple.
PS: They danced a BOMB choreographed number for their first dance & I'm still obsessed with it! 
Venue: Noboleis Vineyards 
​Dress: Cleo Bridal 
​Flowers: The Flower Stop 
​Cake: Sarah's Bakery
Big thanks to my 2nd for the day, Megan. 
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Juliet & Keith had the most beautiful day for their celebration! From the weather, down to the sparkler entrance/first dance, every detail was perfect. I absolutely loved the culmination of boho & upscale chic. Juliet had the most intricate henna work done and decided to spend her day barefoot, which I LOVE! Keith had the most stylish/chic tux I've seen so far. I loved everything about the navy with the floral tie. 
Lost Hill Lake Weddings here in St. Clair MO is absolutely picturesque & I love every chance I get to work with this venue since it is basically in my backyard! 

​HUGE thanks to my rockstar 2nd photographer for the day, Jenny.  
Venue: Lost Hill Lake Weddings & Events 
Dress: The Bridal Shoppe 
Suit: Suits 4 Men
HMU: The Hair Lab 
​Cake: Creations by Laura 
​Flowers: Sisterchicks Flowers & More