Do it your way!

I received an email in my inbox from this cute couple about one month before their wedding date. They decided to have an impromptu micro-wedding in Charlestown, MD. They were expecting their first child and they wanted something small, intimate and unique. When they had mentioned that they wanted to do some photos with Wade’s old truck, I was even more excited! The day began with first look photos on the beach, onto a small ceremony overlooking the water, surrounded by trees and hydrangea bushes where ducks crashed the event and Wade and his dad cracked open a beer to toast. There were no chairs. No decorations. No music. Just the true beauty and simplicity of the location. We then climbed onto some rocks and walked along the waters edge, snapping photos as they held hands and Wade told dirty jokes to make Kelli smile. We drove to an open field where I captured Kelli and Wade in and around his old Chevy C10. The sticker on the window read “Shiny Paint Causes Stress”. They showed me their matching foot tattoos, ran through the field together barefoot and had some steamy moments inside the truck. Afterwards, they met with family to have dinner at a restaurant where the locals frequented. I truly appreciate the authenticity and personality of weddings such as this.

Weddings should always be about the couple. Whether you’re into the idea of having a large, elaborate soiree or the having something small and personal. Do what YOUR heart tells you to do. You also spend A LOT of time with your photographer on your wedding day. Always hire a photographer that you connect with and trust to tell your story.