Weddingbee brides are known for their attention to detail and Michelle was certainly no exception. I was able to stuff my camera bag full of goodies like Sour Skittles and Cheddar Bunnies to keep me running on full steam into the night thanks to her fabulous welcome bags.
The first event on my itinerary that day was a stop by the salon where Michelle, her mother, and her bridesmaids were getting ready for the day. I loved the space for it’s plentiful natural light. Can you spot a hint of Jenna Cole in this photo?
Michelle had been stressing about the weather in the weeks leading up to the wedding, and the monsoon conditions the day of the rehearsal probably didn’t help matters much, but I didn’t see a single trace of that the morning of the wedding. She was ready.
While those gorgeous ladies went back to the hotel to continuing getting ready I went back to my own room for a nap. One of the benefits of shooting for free as a guest is that you can work breaks into your day. 
I showed up at Oak Hills Country Club just in time to witness one of my favorite parts of the wedding day – the bride putting on her wedding dress. I’m a big fan of Michelle’s dress as the sleeves are quite similar to my own, and I was a pearl necklace wearing bride as well.
Michelle was so cute and started jumping around for joy the moment she had her dress on. She yelled “I don’t have to be careful anymore because it’s my wedding day. I can do whatever I want in my dress now!”. Her bridesmaids reminded her that she still had to walk down the aisle and so she calmed down a little bit.
Who knew that putting on a veil could require so much assistance?
When I stepped outside and saw the ceremony site, I actually gasped. Out loud. Like this “Oh wow!” This picture, sadly, doesn’t even do it justice.
The groom watching his soon-to-be wife make her way up the aisle. It’s all in the eyes.
THAT SHOT!
Thank you darling flower girl for leaning forward just enough to make the magic happen.
This look made me laugh. What is this Michelle?
Husband and wife!
A quick post ceremony touch-up before the formal portraits.
Thanks to groom for snapping this lovely shot of Mrs. Avocado and Mrs. Lemonade together!
Being the free photographer/guest means I don’t get any bride and groom alone time to make those gorgeous portaits I love most. It just meant I had to be on my toes at all times to try and capture some beautiful candid moments.
An “accidental portrait” if you will. The bride turns to walk inside, I see the light, and I turn and shoot, crossing my fingers it will turn out.
Time for a glass of wine and some bustling so we can P-A-R-T-Y.
Yep, I partied right along with them.
by Jenna
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