Kelli & Johnsie’s wedding was the perfect way to wrap up 2024—a day full of love, family, and faith. It also happened to be my first truly chilly wedding, and wow, did the cold keep me on my toes! At one point, my hands were so frozen they locked up, giving me a few technical hurdles to work through. But even with the chill, this day was absolutely unforgettable.

Some weddings just hit differently. After attending as many weddings as I do—and with weddings being such a core part of my life for as long as I can remember—you’d think I’d be immune to getting teary-eyed. But Andrea and Greg’s wedding? I was a puddle. Their day wasn’t just beautiful, it was deeply moving, and I found myself feeling not like just their photographer, but like a friend lucky enough to witness it all.

As the final moments of 2023 unfolded, Stonegate Glass Chapel witnessed a quiet yet profound celebration of love as Courtney and Will exchanged vows in an intimate elopement ceremony. As the photographer entrusted with capturing their special day, I had the privilege of witnessing the beauty of their love against the backdrop of a picturesque winter's day.

Kaylynn and Joshua's first look was one of the most emotional and sweet sessions I've had the pleasure of photographing. Their love radiated in every glance, and tears of joy flowed freely as they laid eyes on each other for the first time on their wedding day. It was a moment filled with raw emotion and pure love, setting the tone for the rest of the day.

As their photographer, I was struck by the genuine love and joy that radiated from Bronwyn and Clint throughout the day. From the tender moments shared between the couple to the laughter and smiles of their children, every photograph captured the essence of their love and the beauty of their blended family.

One of the unique aspects of this wedding was that I hadn't met Saydie and Cade before the big day. They were living out of state, and our communication had been limited to phone calls and emails. But as the day unfolded, I couldn't help but be enchanted by the snippets of their story that I heard from their family and friends.