What a perfectly beautiful sunny day for a Wedding … I was in for a long 10 hour day, but even though I’m working hard, sometimes I feel like I’m hardly working because I LOVE it so much. Who wouldn’t love to see beautiful brides every weekend, and be a part of a big celebration!

Vicky was just stunning … I photographed their Engagement session over the Summer and she was really beautiful then too …but on her Wedding day, her hair was full of curls, her makeup just so, and that smile … she was really excited ! I love the getting ready shots … I think they’re my favorites because there’s so many details that go into what the Bride is wearing and all the sentimental things involved …and it’s so special to get so incredibly dressed up.

The dress was amazing … and it was the perfect choice for her.

Look at that cute smile !!

I love these traditional shots… and the importance of seeing a brides mother putting on a piece of jewelry that symbolizes something borrowed … so sweet

One last check in the mirror … stunning

All the beautiful bridesmaids together in the yard before heading off to the church

I said my goodbyes and then headed off to see the guys at the church … so handsome!

The lucky and excited groom!

The beautiful flowers waiting for the girls to carry them

Here comes the Bride! Tearing up already … it was a very emotional day…

The church was beautiful … I always love it when there’s a balcony available to me for photographs…it’s so great to get a shot of the whole chapel

I now pronounce you husband and wife ~ congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Black!

After the receiving line, we all headed to downtown Rochester to get some shots of the bridal party walking down Main St. I thought we would have a hard time with all the traffic, but it turns out the cars were happy to wait just a few minutes as they got to see this incredible Bridal party out there which is something you don’t get to see very often in passing …that was a LOT of fun!!

We then all headed to the reception which was held at Shadow Lake … a very popular and beautiful place for Weddings.
Everyone move in real close for a group shot !! So cute!!

Now just the Bride and Groom … SO adorable.

The Wedding Bands

The beautiful Bride

Shortly after, it was time to head inside for introductions, toasts, and dinner …

Vicky’s dad gave an incredibly special speech as did both the Maid of Honor, and Best Man … this was a wonderful group of family and friends.

Cheers!

Their first dance

Time to cut the cake!

Robby was very proud after he retrieved the garter from his Bride…he ran around in circles holding it in the air … so funny! He even dove into the crowd at one point with excitement! Their Wedding was so much fun and as always I was completely honored to be a part of it.

Congratulations Vicky and Robby!! Your Wedding was Beautiful !!

I was especially excited to photograph this Wedding because I had known the couple from a few years back when I was just starting my business. I photographed their engagement session this Summer and had an amazing time watching the two of them as I captured their fun loving personalities together. They are SO adorable and you can’t help but admire the love they have together.

The crowd went wild.

Back to Belhurst again ~ a drive that I always look forward to … there’s nothing like a Wedding at a historical castle!!

First, I stopped at a hotel nearby where the guys were getting ready … flasks in hand! They were a trip and having a great time hanging out before the ceremony.

Then I headed over to the castle and found Reagan and her bridesmaids in a room I had never been in before…I thought I knew the whole place, but there’s a secret sort of section that I didn’t know was there…as I opened the door, there she was all ready to go … gorgeous!

The best part is shortly after I arrived, her father knocked on the door…it was going to be his first time seeing her in her gown. We opened the door, he stood in the doorway, stared at her and his first words after seeing her were “Holy S%&# !” LOL I couldn’t believe it ! We all started laughing and it set the stage for an incredibly unique and happy celebration!

After getting a bunch of getting ready shots, and some formals of the bridesmaids, I headed down to the ceremony area to see the guests coming in, and to congratulate Rob before he made his way out to the lawn

Here comes the bride! See? They’re a trip … the whole family had such amazing senses of humor …someone in the crowd yelled something out making them both break out in a laugh on their way down the aisle. Priceless.

I love the setting for Weddings at Bellhurst. The ceremony overlooks the lake, and from this view, the original castle is the backdrop. It’s such a peaceful and intimate setting. The ceremony was beautiful; heartfelt … and the rain was doing its’ best to hold off through the ceremony for us ~ so lucky! It was perfect.

Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Weinhart!!

These kids were adorable … and so friendly! One of the little boys kept running up to me at the reception and hugging me ! SO cute!

ahhhh… cocktail time!

We experienced just a few sprinkles, but luckily we could take shelter under a huge tree and we didn’t even have to think about it…and it passed shortly after too!

After getting some formals, I headed inside to get the reception details …mmm Cheesy Eddies cheese cakes!!!

Their first dance was so sweet…

One of the tables started making beer can sculptures !

Time to cut the cake!!!

Lots of dancing and good times to be had all night long … so many amazing friendships, and family bonds … I was honored to be a part of this very special celebration.

Congratulations Reagan and Rob!