090316-006 On a beautiful Saturday at the beginning of September, my assistant and I headed up to Northeast Iowa to the town of Waukon for Elliott and Hope's wedding day.  There was excitement in the air as the first look began.  The smiles on their faces tell it all.  

090316-014 090316-022 090316-029 I love their church!  The stone side aisle and stained glass were a stunning setting for the first look and portraits.  

090316-045 The doors to the church were equally beautiful architectural elements.  The gray tone of the door fit perfectly with their neutral color pallet as well.  Stunning!

090316-049 090316-088 After a some time with Hope and Elliott around the church, we headed back into the sanctuary to begin formal portraits with the bridal party and families.

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090316-164 090316-204 The ceremony began as Elliott escorted family in.  I loved the flower girl and ring bearer's walk down the aisle.  The flower girl did an amazing and enthusiastic job scattering the flowers, even managing to scatter a few on herself.  Too adorable!!

090316-246 090316-253 The smile on Hope's face as she walked down the aisle to Elliott, gorgeous!  There is nothing more beautiful than love, and love radiated from both Elliott and Hope.

090316-271 The ceremony was beautiful.  Not only was the service heartfelt and lovely, the church was illuminated by the stained glass and candlelit lanterns, creating a quiet, serene mood.

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Check back soon for more from Elliott and Hope's beautiful Waukon wedding!