Natalie and Dane
Natalie and Dane's Friday wedding was such an intimate, loving event. Olyn and I really felt honored that they chose us for their day. I was also thankful that the weather finally started cooperating! I feel like I haven't had a rain-free wedding in ages!
Olyn's awesome shot of the sun above St. Paul's Methodist Church.
Some simple fun with the rings.
Vince Fontana (Flowers by Vince) did a great job with all the bouquets-- the chocolate ribbon matched the bridesmaids' dresses exactly!
St. Pauls has beautiful frosted windows that let in the softest most beautiful light. We had a few minutes with Natalie alone before the ceremony.
I think bridal portraits can be a lot of things, but I think that every bride should have one image that is angelic and ethereal. For me, it was this image of Natalie.
We also had a few quiet moments with Dane before the chaos of the day began.
The ceremony was incredibly personal and moving, as the church plays a major role in the couple's life.
Olyn and I are always very respective of the church's rules, so I waited outside the doors so I could photograph the recessional from the ground and through the door windows, I saw the most perfect frame of the ceremony.
When Natalie and Dane were pronounced husband and wife, the silent sanctuary erupted in cheers and applause. I don't think I have ever heard a church get that loud!
After shooting what feels like a million weddings, I am tired of lining up everyone in a row and taking a quick snap. Olyn and I are working to add some fun to the formals, so we played around a bit on the steps of the church with the bridal party.
We arrived at Dorothy B. Oven Park with a few minutes left for Bride and Groom portraits.
The couple shared their first dance as the sun was setting.
I really have to give a hand to Natalie's StepDad. He maintained his composure through both the Father Daughter Dance and his toast!
I love watching the Bride and Groom during their toasts... their expressions are priceless!
After dark, we went inside for the couple to share their cake (petit fours). After waving cake around for a few minutes each threatening to smash it on the other, Dane finally blurted out, "Just bite the friggin cake, Natalie!"
She could barely eat she was laughing so hard.
Olyn is the master of the garter/bouquet toss. I don't know if its instinct, or just good timing, but he always gets the action shot!
Olyn's awesome shot of the sun above St. Paul's Methodist Church.
Some simple fun with the rings.
Vince Fontana (Flowers by Vince) did a great job with all the bouquets-- the chocolate ribbon matched the bridesmaids' dresses exactly!
St. Pauls has beautiful frosted windows that let in the softest most beautiful light. We had a few minutes with Natalie alone before the ceremony.
I think bridal portraits can be a lot of things, but I think that every bride should have one image that is angelic and ethereal. For me, it was this image of Natalie.
We also had a few quiet moments with Dane before the chaos of the day began.
The ceremony was incredibly personal and moving, as the church plays a major role in the couple's life.
Olyn and I are always very respective of the church's rules, so I waited outside the doors so I could photograph the recessional from the ground and through the door windows, I saw the most perfect frame of the ceremony.
When Natalie and Dane were pronounced husband and wife, the silent sanctuary erupted in cheers and applause. I don't think I have ever heard a church get that loud!
After shooting what feels like a million weddings, I am tired of lining up everyone in a row and taking a quick snap. Olyn and I are working to add some fun to the formals, so we played around a bit on the steps of the church with the bridal party.
We arrived at Dorothy B. Oven Park with a few minutes left for Bride and Groom portraits.
The couple shared their first dance as the sun was setting.
I really have to give a hand to Natalie's StepDad. He maintained his composure through both the Father Daughter Dance and his toast! 
I love watching the Bride and Groom during their toasts... their expressions are priceless!
After dark, we went inside for the couple to share their cake (petit fours). After waving cake around for a few minutes each threatening to smash it on the other, Dane finally blurted out, "Just bite the friggin cake, Natalie!"
She could barely eat she was laughing so hard.
Olyn is the master of the garter/bouquet toss. I don't know if its instinct, or just good timing, but he always gets the action shot!
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Ceremony Location: St. Paul's Methodist Church
Reception: Dorothy B. Oven Park
Florist: Flowers by Vince
Cake (Petit Fours): Tasty Pastry Bakery
Catering: Klassic Katering
Ceremony Location: St. Paul's Methodist Church
Reception: Dorothy B. Oven Park
Florist: Flowers by Vince
Cake (Petit Fours): Tasty Pastry Bakery
Catering: Klassic Katering
Labels: Dorothy B. Oven, flowers by vince, Klassic Katering, St. Paul's Methodist Church
posted by Linda Long www.LongsPhotography.com at 6:51 PM
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It's not often that a father-daughter dance ends in giggles instead of tears!
It seemed that Michael's fingers were suddenly a bit larger than before!
I don't think this smile left Mary Beth's face all day! 
They made my job easy! I did not have to even try to get them to smile or laugh-- they had their own fun!
And because I don't want to neglect the groom, Michael looked quite handsome as well!
The wedding was rather intimate, with many of the guests traveling over from the UK. It was really important to Mary Beth to have a photo of everyone. With a little guidance from the wonderful DJ, Steve Christian, and with me hanging out a second story window-- we made it happen!
They put a new spin on an old tradition and had a small cake to cut, but also had mini cakes for all of their guests.
Each cake was meticulously decorated with their monogram by the amazing Katie!
I really want to thank both Mary Beth and Michael as well as their families for making yesterday so wonderful! Days like yesterday are a photographer's dream!
