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I'm still working on catching up on non-client work, but I'm excited to share with you this amazing wedding day from last summer!
It was a hot August day when I met with Amanda Dee Photography to assist her in capturing Zach and Ashlyn's wedding day. I had not had the pleasure of photographing at The Gathering Barn before, but it did not disappoint!
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It was so great having a good amount of time at the beginning of the day to focus on details. Details may seem like something that should only take a few minutes, but to truly capture gorgeous, styled details it takes time.
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The guys' getting ready room had a gorgeous mirror, where Zach put on his final touches of his wedding attire.
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The bridal suite was lovely and a the colors fit beautifully with their wedding colors!
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I love first looks. Truly! It is such a beautiful moment for a couple. It allows them a moment together, without the eyes of all of their friends and family, at the beginning of what is always a busy day. A moment to talk and laugh, a moment to breathe before the whirlwind that is a wedding day sweeps them away.
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Zach and Ashlyn were naturals in front of the camera, so relaxed and easy going, not to mention absolutely stunning!!
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Their ceremony was beautiful, filled with laughter and love.
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In lieu of a unity candle or sand ceremony, Zach and Ashlyn nurtured a tree together; one that they will eventually plant at their home so they can watch it grow through the years. Being a great lover of trees and plants, this is perhaps one of my absolute favorite unity ceremonies I've ever seen.
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At sunset, we stole away from the reception for portraits. The pond at The Gathering Barn was a perfect spot! The reflection on the water is a gorgeous backdrop for this beautiful couple!
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Zach made the "marry me" when he proposed to Ashlyn. It was a perfect thing to include in their wedding portraits! I'm obsessed!!
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I love a good bouquet and garter toss! Zach and Ashlyn's guests did not disappoint!!
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At the end of the night, they celebrated with sparklers and a grand exit. Love it!!
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