Presley&Will

A beautiful blend of elegance and country charm, Presley and Will’s November wedding was equal parts fairy-tale and fun!

After initially connecting through our Instagram feed, we had the privilege of meeting Presley for lunch on the river in Belton, Texas! We couldn’t help but be excited as Presley told us about her history with Will and their plans for their dream wedding!

She did such an amazing job planning each and every detail! From her breathtaking bouquet to her custom leather heels, the entire day was a perfect reflection of their personalities!

And while there’s no denying that the details of the day were unique to the soon-to-be-Mr.-and-Mrs.-Turner, it was the intentionally intimate moments that made this day so special!

We just loved seeing the looks on her dad and grandfathers’ faces when Presley came out to show them her dress for the very first time!

Nestled in the Texas Hill Country, Tenroc Ranch proved to be an amazing venue for capturing gorgeous portraits! We just love Texas in the Fall!

Presley and Will had such an unforgettable ceremony. Will’s reaction as his bride made her way down the aisle was so sweet! And we understand why his breath was taken away; Presley was so gorgeous making her way down the hill in her timeless Allure dress and her custom cathedral length veil!

A glow-y sunset made for some dreamy husband-and-wife portraits! It was so apparent that these two really love each other and have fun together!

The rest of the evening was highlighted by signature drinks, sweet treats, and a lot of laughter; we just love it when the wedding atmosphere is full of joy and peace!

Will and Presley,

We are so thankful to have met you and had the opportunity to serve as your wedding photographers! Our hope is that this beautiful day proves to be a launching pad toward a life-long partnership, grounded in the love and trust that was so evident throughout your entire wedding! We are praying that God richly blesses your marriage!

Grace and Peace Always,

Kelsie and Tyler

Thank you to all of the vendors who served alongside us on this special day! You serve our Texas brides so well!

Flowers: HEB Plus - Leander; Rings: Burt Witcher Jewelers - Leander; Dress: Belle Saison Bridal - Austin; Catering: Johnny’s Steaks and BBQ - Salado; Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Lulu’s Online; Custom Shoes: RK Leather; Hair and Makeup: Bliss Beauty Bar - Georgetown; Will’s Cowboy Hat: Double R Hat Co - Elgin; Men’s Belts: GC Leatherworks; Men’s Jeans and Shirts: Cinch; Men’s Vests: Men’s Warehouse; DJ: Kenny Duet; Cake: Jaclyn Dixon; Signature Drinks: Jardin Corona - Liberty Hill; Venue: Tenroc Ranch; Day-of-Coordinator: Lara Jenkins

The Perfect Wedding Invite

This day…

You’ve been hoping and dreaming about it for a lifetime, and it’s almost here! Your wedding is going to be perfect.

And one of the essentials in preparing for a perfect day is inviting your guests with the perfect wedding invite!

Being on the guest list for a wedding is an honor!

When my husband, Tyler, and I were engaged, we had the hardest time narrowing down our guest list, and if you’re like us, you have probably shed some blood, sweat, and tears deciding who will join you in celebrating your dream day!

To say the least, the people on your guest list have played an important role in your lives, and it’s fitting to let them know with your perfect wedding invite!

The perfect wedding invite is timeless, elegant, and (most importantly) a reflection of you and your day!

Since you’ve already spent so much time planning the details of your wedding, you’re going to need lots of options when it comes to designing and ordering wedding invitations, which is why we love to tell our brides all about Basic Invite!

Basic Invite is one of the few websites that allows customers almost unlimited color options with instant previews online! You can change the color of each element on a card, with over 180 different color options. The card can be exactly how you want it, down to the littlest detail, setting Basic Invite apart from any other online stationery company!

The team at Basic Invite is just as colorful with their envelopes as they are with their invitations! With over 40 different envelope colors to choose from, you can make your invitation stand out even before it is opened!

All of the envelopes are peel and seal, so they can be closed quickly and easily, a feature my husband would have loved, considering I made him lick over 200 of those things when we were planning our wedding!

Each wedding invitation at Basic Invite is part of a set, and there are over 900 sets from which you can choose! Your custom set can include: save the dates, wedding invitations, enclosure cards, wedding menus, wedding programs, and even matching thank you cards!

There’s nothing like receiving physical mail. It’s such a personal touch! Every time we walk down the driveway and open our mailbox, we hope to return with more than just bills! There is no doubt that your guests will feel the spark of joy and honor you are hoping to communicate when they open your wedding invitation!

But the best thing about getting married in 2020 and beyond is that our couples now have the ability to provide their guests with information on the go, which brings us to our absolute favorite thing about Basic Invite, their new wedding websites! Why are their websites our favorite?

Because they are FREE!

The Basic Invite wedding websites are completely customizable, mobile friendly and super easy to use! You can instantly upload all of your wedding details, along with images, and a convenient map with directions for your guests. Choose from 180 custom colors, and a design suite to match your wedding invitations!

Our goal as wedding photographers is to honor our couples by serving them with all that we have! Service is the way we reciprocate the honor we feel for being chosen to be a part of your wedding day team!

That same dedication to service is an essential component we look for when we decide to showcase other vendors in the wedding industry! With a quick tour of the Basic Invite website, you will see what we mean when we say that customer service is obviously a core value for this company!

Some of our favorite services they offer include custom sampling and free address collection! With custom sampling, you can order a printed sample of your invitation so that you can inspect the card’s paper quality and how it will print before having to finalize your full order!

To collect addresses online, just share a link via social media or email, collect addresses, and get free envelope printing! It’s that easy!

And finally, in the spirit of serving our customers, if you made it down to the end of this blog, we want to hook you up!! The team at Basic Invite has provided KH Photography with our own unique discount code to be able to offer our clients! Just use the code KHP30 at checkout, and you will receive 30% off any order at https://www.basicinvite.com

Congratulations on your engagement! Believe us when we say, “Marriage is the best!”

Grace and Peace always,

Kelsie

Angie&David

The O’Connor wedding was O’Mazing; Angie and David are so much fun! Filled to overflow with laughter, their East Texas Wedding was such an infectious environment. We can’t wait to invite you in…

For their dream day, Angie and David chose a venue that was 30 miles southwest of Tyler in the small Texas town of Murchison. We pulled into town early that October morning, eager to see what this venue had in store! Quiet and quaint, Murchison is the picture of small-town-USA, and Stone Oak Ranch captured the best pieces of its country charm and combined them with a truly grand vision! A shimmering pond, majestic shade trees and breathtaking chandeliers made it clear that Stone Oak Ranch would be a venue to remember!

We love October weddings; because, Fall is one of our favorite times of year! In Fall, people naturally draw closer together, give thanks and serve one another! It is the time of the harvest, the time when we can celebrate the abundance of blessing that has come from our season of labor.

Fall speaks loudest in its smallest details.

And Angie and David’s details were so unique! We ate them up!!! Undisputed favorites included Angie’s birdcage veil, her antique mirror and the timeless Fall floral arrangements that Angie WON at a bridal fair during her engagement!

Once the boots, the birdcage, and Angie’s beautiful dress were on just right, we took a few moments to capture some individual and small group portraits with the bride and groom. Angie radiated so much joy!

The kids at this wedding shined! So. Darn. Cute.!

Soon it was time for the ceremony!!

Shout-out to our wonderful second shooter, Sarah Clark, for capturing the tears that welled up in David’s eyes as his bride made her way down the aisle! Wedding days are defined by the emotions of these moments!

The entire day was such a beautiful picture of two families becoming one!

There’s nothing quite like a husband-wife sunset session! The whole atmosphere of the evening felt bright and airy! Perfect weather, dreamy light and the overwhelming joy that Angie and David shared together made for some of the best shots of the day!

Thinking back on this reception, we could easily talk about the good friends, good food and sweet dance moves, but one of the things that stands out most in our minds is the cake! Extravagant and intricate, detailed and all around GORGEOUS, this was one of our favorite cakes we have ever photographed! Take a look!

Angie and David,

Thank you so much for choosing us to be your wedding photography team; it was such an honor to be able to capture these precious memories for you guys! We hope that your first year of marriage has been so sweet! We are praying for you both as you continue in you lives together! We love you guys!

Thank you to all of the vendors who served alongside us on this special day! You all serve the brides of East Texas so well!

Flowers: Fantasy and Fairytale Floral Designs; Rings: Jared the Galleria of Jewelry; Hair and Makeup: Brittany Langford; Pastor: James Bray, Sensational Ceremonies; DJ and Photobooth: Complete Weddings; Cake: Kool Kakes by Dylan; Catering: Danny’s BBQ Athens; Venue and Coordinating: Rhonda, Stone Oak Ranch; Draping/Decor: A Touch of Nature

Krysta&AJ

Don’t you just love it when something feels RIGHT? When baby giggles fill the air, happy tears seem to be contagious and everywhere you look you see someone you love…those are the days that we live for. On those days, no poet can say it and no artist can paint it; because, it’s already perfect. Krysta and AJ’s Austin wedding set the scene for just that type of day.

September weddings display the perfect balance of the light and freedom of summer and the anticipation and joy of the harvest, and on this perfect day in the Texas Hill Country, every beautiful wedding-day-detail was in just its right place at just the right time! Elegant place settings, flowing floral arrangements and timeless ivory heels whispered a soft but clear message…this was going to be an unforgettable day!

One thing that was clear from the moment we met AJ was that he is CRAZY IN LOVE with Krysta! Rather than having cold feet, this groom was bubbling over with excitement and anticipation…he could. not. wait. to see his girl in her dress! Those feelings came to a head as Krysta made her way down to the end of the long driveway where AJ stared out across the rolling hills, shuffling his feet and waiting for his first look!

After a few sweet moments alone, the couple emerged, smiling from ear-to-ear…perfectly timed for their portraits! Gorgeous vistas and infectious laughter highlighted the remainder of the portrait sessions, and while Krysta and AJ were definitely the stars, their son, Zayvin, gave them a run for their money! He is so stinking cute!!!

From there, the family and bridal party retreated back inside the Red Ridge Reception area to rest and retouch before the ceremony while we made our way to the ceremony spot. Towering oaks and glowing lights provided the perfect canopy for the black iron gazebo as it sat, eagerly awaiting the arrival of the bride and groom!

And in case you need a little more proof that these two are perfect for one another…scroll down to the kiss!!!!

This day ended more happily than it began, which is saying a lot! The reception had everything a party should: an in-house DJ, a lot of family, a lot of fun and one of the best reaction shots we’ve ever captured (AJ, thanks for “feeding” Krysta a piece of your wedding cake in such an unforgettable fashion)!!!

Krysta & AJ,

We are beyond thankful for you! It is a joy to be around you both, and your marriage has been a joy to watch since it began. Thank you for trusting us to capture these once-in-a-lifetime moments for you; it really was an honor to be part of your team on your wedding day! Beyond just being your wedding photographers, we hope you know that you can always come to us as friends; we love you guys! We are praying for the two of you and for Zayvin as you continue to build your lives together as a family. Happy first anniversary!! We just know there will be many, many more to come!

In addition to the amazing vendors we mentioned earlier in the blog, we'd also like to give a shout out to the other wedding professionals who served alongside us on this beautiful day! Thank you for serving our Texas brides so well!

Jeweler: Zales; Dress: Amour Bridal; Food: Black’s BBQ; Cake: Johnson’s Bakery; Bride’s Hair and Make up: Turquoise Salon and Spa (Brandon-hair, Melissa-make up); Bridesmaids’ hair and make up: Bailey Brown

Lucy's Bridals

Lucy was one of those dream brides…beautiful inside and out. We knew after our first coffee-shop-meeting that she would be a friend, even after the wedding!

We are fast approaching TWO YEARS since we first sat down with Lucy! Since then, we have captured her engagement season, these breathtaking bridals, and her gorgeous wedding, plus additional images for Lucy and her family (you can find those engagements and the wedding in earlier blog posts). And while we love to celebrate her and Luis as a couple, today we wanted to honor Lucy just for being the strong, vivacious, joy-filled, stunningly-beautiful woman that she is!

2019 will be a year that brings a new and exciting chapter for Lucy and Luis as their sweet family grows from 3 to 4! If you think Lucy is glowing in these bridals, you should see her now; 25 weeks looks so good on her! And we are beyond honored to be capturing her maternity photos in the coming weeks!

We would be remiss to post a bridal blog and not bring attention to all the gorgeous details that made Lucy unique as a bride, including her lavish train, intricate dress detail, timelessly beautiful hair and amazing florals! Set all of these among the classic scenes at the Casabella, a Mediterranean style villa in Andrews, Texas, and you can’t help but feel all the fairy tale feels!

To all of our upcoming 2019 KH Brides,

This is a perfect example of the value in trust! Lucy’s trust that we would be there, be prepared, and be ready to serve her helped produce some of our favorite photos of 2018! Our aim is to earn your trust as your dream day approaches; because, through this season and all the ones to come, we are on your team!

And to Lucy,

We can’t thank you enough for letting us in! We truly feel like part of your family and we hope you know that you guys are a part of ours! We are praying for your marriage and your babies, and we love you! 2019 is going to be the best year yet!!!

Lacie&Billy

Set in the sands, surf, and sunset of Guanacaste, Costa Rica, Lacie and Billy vowed to be each others teammates forever and always in the most beautiful beach wedding EVER!

This particular wedding was extra special for Tyler and I; because, Lacie is truly one of the most amazing human beings we've ever known! Originally from New England, Lacie has traveled the world following her adventurous spirit, a spirit that found its perfect partner in Billy who is a professional pilot!

Lacie and Billy now plan to call Costa Rica their home, but for Tyler and I, this was a destination wedding! And whether we are photographing a wedding in Lufkin, Texas or on the Pacific sands, we LOVE getting to capture all the little details that make each couple's day unique to them! From driftwood, to a dreamy white dress, the whole day was full of just the right details!

After a morning of getting ready at the amazing beach house, we loaded into shuttles for a short drive to the ceremony site, a secluded cove outside of Tamarindo. It was so cool to see how many people flew in from the states to support Lacie and Billy on their wedding day! Family and friends filled the seats, while iguanas strolled through the surrounding brush and howler monkeys played in the treetops directly above the ceremony!

The sun had almost hit the horizon as the ceremony came to a close, so after capturing a few family photos, we stole Mr. and Mrs. Billy Haines away to a spot on the beach to capture these precious moments! We love these images so much; because, they will forever hold the joy that these two felt on the most important day of their lives!

We were the last four people on the beach that night, and after taking one final breath to soak in the serenity of the scene, we loaded into Billy's truck and headed to the reception where the party was already underway! Delicious food, crazy dance moves, laughter, tears, and prayers were shared throughout the evening; it was a perfect ending to a perfect day!

Lacie,

When we first met you in Cordoba, Argentina, we knew right away what a gift it would be to get to know you! You demonstrated what life can look like when you walk moment to moment in the abundant peace and joy that only God can offer! In addition to your beautifully infectious spirit, one of our favorite things about you was how you dreamed of living the rest of your life serving God alongside the man of your dreams! After meeting Billy, we know why your heart carried this dream so fiercely. You two are perfect for one another, and we can't wait to see how God uses you to change the world together!

Thank you so much for your friendship and for trusting us to travel all the way from East Texas to Costa Rica to photograph your wedding! We love you both, and we are praying for you always! May the Lord bless and keep you, make his face shine on you, and give you peace!

Love - Kelsie & Tyler

Stefani&Robbie

Sun soaked and beautiful, Stefani and Robbie's April wedding was the perfect way to wrap up the Spring wedding season in East Texas!

Stefani and Robbie chose one of our favorite East Texas wedding venues to date, The Folmar, in Tyler, Texas! We spent the entire day there on the property where both the guys and the girls had their own houses to hang out and take their time as they got ready for the day's festivities! Stefani and all her girls had such a fun morning, highlighted by Stefani stepping into her BEAUTIFUL wedding gown. As if she had stepped off a page of a bridal magazine, Stefani embodied everything that is elegant and timeless about a wedding!

With every tie straightened and each hair in place, we set out to capture some photos of the bridal party and the families. While we worked with Stefani and the girls, the guys set up sound for the ceremony and traded songs on the ukulele! Then we had the privilege of capturing some of the most breathtaking bridal portraits of Stefani in the little white chapel at the bottom of the hill, there on the grounds of the Folmar.

When all of their guests had gathered on the lawn, Robbie made his way from the top of the hill down the path toward the gorgeous wooden arch he had fashioned with his own hands! He waited anxiously as the processional began, and when it was finally time for his bride to arrive, the looks on both his and Stefani's faces were like something out of a story book! The sweet ceremony was highlighted by flower girl giggles, the exchanging of rings, and an officiant who also happened to be the father of the bride!

Stefani's family and friends, along with Ashley and the rest of the team at the Folmar had done an amazing job at creating the perfect reception setting! There was a bubble machine for the kids, a taco truck for the kids-at-heart, and one of my personal favorites, cold brew coffee! Another special element was the reappearance of the ukulele as Robbie took a moment to play a special song for his new bride!

After dinner, we loaded up the golf cart and rode back down the hill to the chapel to capture a few quick husband/wife portraits with Mr. and Mrs. Zihlman! Once again, the gorgeous backdrop and gorgeous couple delivered some great images!

When the Texas sun dropped below the horizon, we made our way back up the hill to continue the reception! The night was filled with dancing and dip-kisses, toasts and sweet tears, and of course, CAKE!

Stefani and Robbie,

You two really are picture perfect! Thank you for trusting us to be your wedding photographers! Our prayer for you is that you will continue walk hand-in-hand as you trust God to bring you closer together each day! May he bless you both with the most beautiful life together, and may his grace and peace fill your home!

Thank you, and congratulations! - Kelsie and Tyler

Vendor Credits:

Bakery: Kool Kakes by Dylan, DJ: Dee Will, Dress: DressMe Bullard TX, Food Truck: Mi Casita Longview, TX, Hair: Frank D'Antonio, Makeup: Krystall Storm Ross

Katie&Jon

Jon and Katie's April wedding was beyond special! Love, joy, and peace flooded the atmosphere throughout the day as two families became one!

The day began with Katie, her two sweet sisters, and her soon to be sister-in-law getting ready at the Staybridge Suites in Tyler, Texas! Katie's parents also joined us at the hotel for the morning along with the most grownup little flower-girl-baby you ever did see! Meanwhile, Jon and his guys were already at the venue, suiting up for the day! As you can tell this entire group knew how to have fun!!

As soon as Katie slipped into her stunning dress and shoes, the girls were off to catch up with the boys at their gorgeous venue, Villa Montez. Soon after arriving, we found a hidden little corner and set Jon up for his first look at Katie! As wedding photographers, we love when our couples choose the option of a first look; because, then we get to see the happy couple enjoy more of their day together, rather than apart! This particular first look was double the sweetness; because, after Jon turned around to see his beautiful bride-to-be, he then had the chance for a first look at his daughter in her flower girl dress!

Before the ceremony began, we had the opportunity to check out all the elements of the upcoming reception, and we were blown away by the amazing work Ashten at A. Lane Events had done executing Katie's vision for her dream day! Let's just say if I were to redo my own wedding today, I'd have Katie help me choose allll the details because I loved hers sooo much!!

Every ceremony has unique elements that make it special for the bride and groom, and for Katie and Jon this was definitely the case! There were two live pianists handling the processional music, friends and family performing readings and songs, and best of all, Katie's dad officiating the ceremony!

After the kiss, Jon and Katie gave their guests a chance to sit down and begin eating dinner while they peeled away for a few last minute husband/wife portraits under a dreamy East Texas sunset!

The reception for Mr. and Mrs. Stone was everything you hope a celebration will be! The venue, which doubles as a high-end Latin American restaurant during the week, catered delicious hors d'oeuvres and amazing entrées, and rather than opting for a traditional wedding cake, Jon and Katie instead provided their guests with some of the best dessert options from the Villa Montez kitchen! You guys, we eat a lot of wedding cake, but the chocolate cake at this wedding was THE BEST we have ever had!

In addition to making amazing food selections, Jon and Katie picked the perfect day for an outdoor ceremony and reception! The weather could not have been more beautiful which allowed each and every guest the chance to fully enjoy dancing and drinks on the patio under the Texas sky!

From fairy tale father-daughter dances to hilariously well-crafted toasts, to an awesome kiss under a canopy of sparklers, this party truly had it all!

Jon and Katie,

It was an honor to serve you and your families as your wedding photographers! It blesses our hearts to know that your wedding was just a small picture of the full lives you will build together! The atmosphere of love within a family at your wedding was what truly set this day apart as a special day! Our prayer is that you continue to cultivate a culture of family in every aspect of your lives. You guys are perfect together, and we are so thankful for you both!

May God grant you his grace and peace ALWAYS! - Kelsie and Tyler

In addition to the amazing vendors we mentioned earlier in the blog, we'd also like to give a shout out to the other wedding professionals who served alongside us on this beautiful day! Thank you for serving our Texas brides so well!

Jeweler: Zales; Dress and Accessories: David's Bridal

Morgan&Ryan

Brimming with elegance and romance, Ryan and Morgan's dream wedding is one we won't soon forget! 

The day began with Morgan and her girls being pampered by the team at the Glitz House of Beauty in Odessa Texas, a funky and fun salon where Morgan actually works part time as a hair dresser! Once Morgan and her sweet mom, Dawn, had their hair just right, they then took a few minutes to sneak away to the LaBelle Salon for their final makeup details! Meanwhile, the rest of the bridesmaids finished getting ready, donned their beautiful satin robes and poured the mimosas! Morgan and Dawn made it back just in time to share some last minute laughs and raise a glass to the coming celebration!

From there, we loaded into our cars and headed off to Parker Heights Christian Fellowship to catch up with Ryan and the guys who had already started their getting ready process! This wedding was a first for me; because, instead of my handsome hubby, Tyler, filming a wedding highlight video alongside me or assisting me with photography work, he was on best-man duty!! We are always honored to serve our couples as their wedding photographers on their dream days, but when we get to do it for old friends, it makes it even more special!

Morgan was beyond breathtaking in the elaborately detailed dress that her mom, Dawn, had worn for her wedding 30 years ago! It was so neat to see Morgan honor her family with this special touch, and Ryan was put together perfectly to be her partner at the end of the aisle! The classic church ceremony was highlighted with encouraging words from family, prayers from trusted friends and mentors, and a poignant message from Pastor Mark Bristow. Never before have we been around a bride who was so grateful that her day had finally arrived. You could tell that Morgan was living the fairy tale day she had been dreaming of since she was a little girl, and it was topped off perfectly with a grand exit, an even grander kiss, and a gorgeous getaway car!

As the West Texas sun made its way towards the horizon, the guests made their way across Odessa to the MCM Elegante for the reception! And as always, before the dance floor opened and the momentum of the party really got going, we made sure to snag Ryan and Morgan for some golden hour husband and wife portraits!

The reception continued to flow with the color scheme of the day as bright yellows and deep navy blues highlighted each table. Morgan and Ryan had so many neat personal touches for their party, including a fun candy bar, yummy food and cake and an intimate first dance that had us all swooning!

When the whole day had come and gone, we were left feeling thankful...thankful to know that our friends had found their forever teammates and thankful to know that God will be the rock on which their marriage will be built!

Ryan and Morgan,

Thank you for trusting us to be your wedding photographers, and thank you for being our friends! Our prayer is that you will always encourage one another to pursue God and his plan for your lives. Make it your mission to be patient and kind with one another, to not be jealous or proud, but to always protect and trust one another and always persevere!

May grace and peace fill the home you build together!

Love - Tyler and Kelsie

We'd like to thank all the wonderful vendors who joined us in serving Ryan and Morgan! We love being photographers in the Texas wedding industry; because, we work alongside professionals like you!

Decor: BrideSmart by Carol Eakin Lopez; Cake: The Cake Company of Odessa; DJ: Boyd Events by Reed Boyd; Catering: MCM Elegante; Bridal Party Attire: University Bridals & Formals; Jeweler: Diamonds of Midland by Martin Stringer

Lucy&Luis

Set in the sweet sands of West Texas, Lucy and Luis' April wedding was perfect in a million different ways!

Our day began in Andrews, Texas, where Lucy and her girls, including her adorable daughter, Emerie, spent the morning sharing sweet laughs and big smiles as each of them prepared for this very special day! Lucy is such a great momma! You can see the care and love she has for her sweet girl in her eyes!

Anticipation continued to build as the girls climbed into a hummer limousine and headed off toward the St Stephen's Catholic Church in Midland, Texas, where the ceremony was being held! The 30 minute ride to the church flew by...everyone was having so much fun!

Once we arrived at St Stephen's, the girls slipped into their dresses, and the boys put on their jackets! The love, joy, and peace shared by family and friends filled each room of the church with the sweetest atmosphere. No words could express how grateful we felt to be photographing each intimate moment.

With flower girl crowns in place and every tie having been straightened, it was time for the moment Lucy and Luis had been waiting for, their wedding ceremony! Once all of the guests had found their seats in the grand white sanctuary, the music was cued, and the processional began! Luis and Lucy's daughter, Emerie, shuffled down the aisle toting the cutest sign, announcing the upcoming entrance of her mommy! Luis' eyes were brimming with excitement and emotion as Lucy burst through the threshold wearing the most contagious smile anyone ever did see!

Each unique moment in the ceremony added a layer of promise to the life these two will build together. Beautiful hymns and prayers were offered, vows and rings were exchanged, communion was observed, and a candle was lit to symbolize the two becoming one! Soon, all that was left was a kiss, and with that, these two lovebirds were married!

All of the guests then made their way to the Ever After Venue in West Odessa, Texas, for the reception! The venue featured flowing fabric and soft shades of pink lighting...the whole scene was like something out of a fairy tale! Dear friends joined together to prepare and serve an amazing spread of food, and as plates were filled and drinks were poured, the party began!

As the celebration continued inside, Lucy and Luis were able to sneak away for a few quiet moments together. There is nothing better than seeing two people enjoy each other the way these two do. Every laugh was genuine, every smile was infectious, and every kiss was sweet! Moments like these are the moments we live for as wedding photographers.

We dare you to try to keep from smiling as you scroll through these husband/wife portraits! It can't be done! They are undoubtedly some of our favorite images of the wedding day, and we think you'll agree!!

As the sun settled below the horizon, the West Texas sky transitioned from shades of glowing orange and pink to soft blues and purples. The day was done, but the night had just begun!

When Lucy and Luis returned to their reception, the party had been cranked up a couple of notches, so they hit the floor to show off their sweet dance moves! And boy, did they have some moves!! Haha!! This was one of the wildest weddings we've ever photographed! Needless to say, everyone had a ton of fun!

The celebration continued late into the night, but it ended just as sweetly as it had begun, with Luis kissing his bride under a sky full of stars!

Luis and Lucy,

We are so thankful for our time with you during one of the most important seasons of your lives! We love you guys and definitely feel like friends after shooting your engagement, bridal, and wedding photos! Thank you for trusting us; it's been a blast! We pray that as each year passes, you will grow closer to each other and to the Lord! Cheers to a fantastic wedding, family, and marriage for many, many years to come!

Vendor Credits: Hair - Claudia Nguyen; Makeup - Makeup By Tabitha; Dress - University Bridals and Formals; Flowers and Decor - Black Tulip Design; Cake - Jessica Santillan; Invitations - Mel Coomer; Catering - Delbert Jackson

Hannah&Steven

Set under the trees at Barnett Estates, Hannah and Steven's North Texas wedding was a wonderful celebration of love and family and the perfect reflection of Texas in early Spring!

The soft colors of Hannah's details were EVERYTHING that is wonderful about weddings! A breathtaking bouquet, timeless diamonds, and of course those velvet blue heels!! How can you not be a romantic when you're surrounded by all these lovelies?! It was a photographer's dream!

After applying the finishing touches to her lips and hair, Hannah was ready to step into the dress she'd been waiting her whole life to wear! Meanwhile, Steven and his guys were busy cracking jokes and showing off their crazy socks!

As friends and family gathered in anticipation, Jana, Brittney, and the rest of the team at Barnett Estates put the finishing touches on the serene ceremony setting. It was such a joy to work alongside these women and to see the pride they took in their work!

As the processional drew to a close, the guests rose to their feet to welcome the breathtaking bride...What we all witnessed then was truly one of our favorite moments of the Spring wedding season! From opposite ends of the aisle, Hannah and Steven locked eyes and were overwhelmed in a moment of thanksgiving and pure joy. There were no dry eyes in the house! But we aren't even sure if the happy couple was aware that there were other people there at all; their gazes remained fixed on one another, looking as though they were the only two people in the world!

While family and friends started the party off with a cocktail hour, Mr. and Mrs. Fineran had a chance to sneak away for a few magical moments together as we captured all the emotion of their dreamy husband and wife portrait session! There were sweet smiles, infectious laughter, precious tears, tender kisses, and everything in between! It was such an honor to be spending time with Hannah and Steven as they soaked in their first moments of marriage!

The rest of our evening with the happy couple included a reception hall adorned with elements of southern charm, delicious barbecue, irresistible cake, and a dance floor that was always full!

Hannah and Steven,

We are beyond happy for the two of you! There is nothing like marrying your best friend, and we know that you guys have done just that! Steven, we are praying that you will always see Hannah the way you saw her when those doors swung open and she made her way down the aisle to you. Hannah, our prayer for you is that these images will be a constant reminder of the love Steven has for you in the core of his being. You two stir each others' hearts in such a special way, and we are so honored to have been able to witness the day you began your lives together. Thank you for trusting us to be your wedding photographers, and thank you for being our friends. May the Lord bless and keep you, make his face shine on you, and give you peace!

As always, we'd like to close by thanking each of the vendors who worked with us to serve Hannah and Steven on their special day! Y'all are awesome!

Venue, florals, and catering: Jana Osborn - Barnett Estates; Hannah's dress: Bridal Boutique - Lewisville; DJ: DJ Astronaut; Jeweler: Beasley's Fine Jewelry - Lewisville; Hair and Makeup: Cassie @ Krum Klips; Cake: Anndi Knight; Officiant: Darrell Halk

Taylor&Dakota

Set in the quiet East Texas countryside, Taylor and Dakota's timeless wedding was the perfect blend of elegance and southern charm.

Soft pink shoes and flowing bridesmaids' dresses paired with the cool white tones of the bridal bouquet were the perfect compliment to Taylor's stunning dress, ring, and bridal jewelry!

These two were some of the first people we met when we moved to Lufkin last Summer, so by the time their February wedding rolled around, they already felt like old friends! Watching them spend time with their wedding party gave us a glimpse into the kind of joy Taylor and Dakota bring to the lives of the people they know the best! The sound of laughter echoed across their GORGEOUS venue, Shelton's Place, throughout the entire day!

After drizzling all morning, the skies took a breath and the rain stopped, just in time for the ceremony to begin!

It was such an intimate ceremony; only their closest relatives stood near the altar while other guests watched from a nearby covered patio.

The anticipation of the moment spilled over into sweet tears as Taylor's Daddy gave her to Dakota and the soon to be Mr. and Mrs. locked eyes...AND THEN...

...THIS HAPPENED!!

As guests filled the reception hall to jump start the party, Taylor and Dakota peeled away for a few quiet moments to themselves!

Their smiles held more life and their eyes held more peace in those moments together than at any other point in the day!

The wedding celebration continued into the night with delicious barbecue, cake and desserts, a photo booth, and dancing to live country music from Joey Greer!

And as the night drew to a close, these two shared one last kiss under a sky full of sparklers!

Taylor and Dakota,

Thank you so much for trusting us to be part of your team on your wedding day!

We are so thankful that our lives have intersected with yours over the last year, both as your wedding photographers and your friends! Our prayer is that your marriage will be a beautiful reflection of the love of God! We hope that many years from now, these precious memories from your wedding day will serve as a reminder that every kiss you share brings smiles to your faces and that the love on which your relationship has been built is one worth fighting for!

Ps: Thank you to all of the fabulous vendors who served alongside us to help make this dream day come true!

Venue&Catering: Shelton's Place, Music: Joey Greer, Makeup: Liya Guerrero, Hair: Lox Beauty Bar, Flowers: Carylon's Florist-N-More, DJ: Darren Forrest, Videography: Sight and Sound Films

Steph&Juan

Is there anything more romantic than a young man in uniform saying, "I do," to his blushing bride one day before being transferred to a new military base?! We think not!

This love story provided the framework for Stephanie and Juan's breathtaking wedding at Beal Park in Midland, Texas!

This quiet Sunday afternoon was one that reminded me how much I adore being a wedding photographer! It was such an honor to be in a room with a family who loved and supported each other the way Juan and Stephanie's family did! There were sweet grandmother tears and joy filled smiles from Grandpa as he danced with his little girl. Each and every moment was a treasure!

Soft white blossoms on spring trees were the perfect setting for young love on display! Looking around, you would never have known you were in the desert of West Texas! Stephanie was radiant throughout the whole day, and each time Juan whispered into her ear, her laughter would breathe life into the cool afternoon air!

Stephanie and Juan,

Our prayer for you is that your marriage would continue to reflect the love of God as he binds your hearts together more and more each day! Thank you for trusting us to capture your wedding day!

Analiz&Jeffrey

Analiz and Jeffrey's love for each other is some of the most genuine that we've ever seen! It doesn't take long to notice the way Jeffrey deeply cares for his bride and his family, and anyone who has met Analiz knows that her sweet smile and joy exuding laugh can change the atmosphere in any room! These two were clearly made for each other and their love was such an honor to capture!

Capturing this wild West Texas wedding was a little like running a marathon! Haha! We started the day early in the morning with Analiz' beautiful bridal details! A couple of our favorite moments were intimate ones shared between the bride and her parents! The tears that welled up in her Daddy's eyes as he saw his baby girl in her wedding dress reminded us of the amazing gift that family is!

Analiz and Jeffrey have a beautiful daughter, Aliannah, and a brand new baby boy, Dominic, and it was so neat to see how they included them in their wedding ceremony! In addition to being the flower girl, Ali was brought up during the ceremony to receive a special girt from Jeffrey, a beautiful new bracelet! When Jeffrey knelt to place the bracelet on Ali's wrist, there wasn't a dry eye in the house! Dominic also has his moment to shine as the ceremony was immediately followed by his baptism!

After the day's festivities and before the evening's party, our sweet couple was so happy to have a few minutes to step outside for some quiet moments as we captured these intimate husband and wife sunset portraits! If you're like us, this is the part of the blog you've been dying to see, and trust us...the images were well worth the wait, SO...here's the moment you've been waiting for...Analiz and Jeffrey's dreamy, glow-y, frame-worthy husband and wife sunset portraits!!

Analiz and Jeffrey,

Thank you so much for bringing us in from Lufkin, Texas, and trusting us to be your wedding photographers, and more than that, thank you for treating us like your own family! We were truly honored to serve you and are thankful for you both! May God continue to bless your marriage and family!

Grace and Peace Always! -Kelsie and Tyler

Taylor's Bridals

We just love bridal sessions!

In these moments, our bride-to-be gets a chance to take a breath and enjoy the details of the dream day she has been crafting for months. From the stunning Spanish moss, to the gorgeous white church, to the oak tree lined runway, Taylor's classic bridal session was an East Texas dream!

The greenery and ivory tones of her bouquet created such a timeless look when set against the detail of her gown on this perfect Friday evening in early February! And don't even get us started on her ring, make-up and those eyes...all AH-MAZING!

Taylor is so much fun to be around, a quality that shines through every smile and sweet giggle!

It was such an honor to serve as her wedding photographer, and we cannot wait for you to see every detail of Taylor and Dakota's Lufkin wedding! But until then...we hope you enjoy this sneak peek at what's to come!!

Allie&David

The Christmas season is magical! Lights are brighter; smiles are wider, and love shines throughout the season. Allie and David's Christmas Eve's Eve (December 23rd) wedding was a perfect picture of Christmas magic!

It was a crisp, cold, lovely day filled with smiles from every friend and family member in attendance! White linens, dreamy lights, and beautiful greenery draped the Gin and painted a winter wonderland to set the scene for the intimate ceremony!

This day was full of moments that left us feeling honored to just be there to witness! Both the guys and the girls gathered to pray over the soon-to-be bride and groom. Tears of joy flowed from the grateful hearts in both circles...!

Anticipation was building as David took his place in the courtyard and anxiously waited for his first glimpse of his bride! Allie softly walked up behind David, gently placed her hand on his shoulder and took a deep breath. When he turned to see, he could hardly hold it together! He wrapped her up and held on tight with the fullness of love in his embrace...

Then the real fun began! After the first look, Allie and David got a chance to relax and be themselves as we captured some gorgeous bride and groom portraits! These two are MADE FOR EACH OTHER! They share in a sense of humor that makes their bond evident for everyone around them!

Each bridesmaid wore a unique burgundy dress, and the groomsmen had ties to match. The pop of color made for the perfect warm accent to the winter scene! Both Allie's girls and David's guys had so much fun; the venue was filled with the sound of laughter all afternoon!

One of the most memorable feelings of the day was when we captured portraits of Allie and her Papaw. The man who gave his all to raise her up in love was obviously the first to have her heart!

As people and more people began to stream into the Tin Top Gin in Slaton, TX, we had no doubt that Allie and David are truly cherished and loved! They shared an intimate ceremony without a dry eye in the house and celebrated afterwards with Yellow House Coffee for all of their guests! What a fun treat, right?! This day was a special one for us, and we were truly honored to be a part!

Allie and David,
We pray you always find love in each other! Thank you for trusting us to capture your special day!

Lucy&Luis

We are so enjoying walking through this season with Lucy and Luis! This combined engagement and family session was seriously so much fun and this sweet family was a dream to capture! I loved Lucy's attention to detail in choosing their outfits! Let's be real - Lucy could be a model! She shined in front of the camera, and I loved capturing the glow-y sunset behind her beaming smile! We cannot wait to capture her bridals soon and then their wedding later this Spring! Ah! Such dream clients!

Lucy and Luis,
You guys are made for each other! It's been our pleasure to get to know you more and capture this precious season in your lives! Thank you for trusting us!!

2017 Minis!

Thank you!!!

To each and every family who trusted us to capture the most precious moments of your lives this year, thank you!

We absolutely love our job as wedding photographers, and we are so thankful for each and every bride and groom who allow us to be on their teams for their wedding days. In addition to weddings, our hearts find so much joy in being able to serve families during all seasons of life!

Each year, we offer mini sessions in the Fall. In 2017, we hosted sessions is six different cities across Texas and New Mexico, covering everything from cake smashes to Christmas cards, maternity sessions, newborns, first-time-family-portraits, and everything in between! Below are some of our favorite moments from those sessions, and we hope you enjoy seeing them as much as we enjoyed capturing them!

...from our family to yours, Happy New Year!

Love, Kelsie and Tyler!

Mary and Jed's Stately Mansion Wedding

Mary and Jed's October wedding was EVERYTHING you could hope for in a Fall day. Set in the quiet countryside, surrounded by all the colors of trees changing, with perfect weather and a dreamy sunset, everything was magic!

The wonderful people at Park Hill Farm, a stately mansion in Crockett, Texas, had such servant hearts that were evident across every inch of their beautiful venue!

Before the ceremony, we were swooning over the elegance of the day's details. Mary's stunning diamond band and Jed's deer-antler ring mirrored their personalities so perfectly. The rich colors of the bouquets popped when set against the soft blush of the bridesmaids' dresses. Each jewel and thread of lace made for a stunning gown, and when Mary stepped into that dress and smiled, we watched time slow down! One of our favorite moments of the day was when Mary's dad, Dennis, got his first sneak peek of his baby girl in her dress. All. The. Feels...

And the feels kept on coming; because, it's not only the place that makes a day special. The atmosphere truly makes the difference, and we can't say enough about the amount of love that surrounded Mary and Jed that evening! All who turned out in support of the bride and groom painted such a beautiful picture of family and made the whole day feel like one big team effort! Smiles of encouragement were shared between Mary, her mom, Jeanna, her sweet sister, Becca, and her amazing maid of honor, Shelby! Chloe, the precious flower girl, let out infectious giggles that lit up the room! Jed and and his guys, Jake and Jake, kept us laughing as they bantered back and forth. And everyone embraced a spirit of genuine celebration...

And like every girl dreams it will be, the best moments began when the doors swung open, and Mary began making her way down the aisle...

And continued as the ceremony crescendo-ed to the kiss...

As family and guests headed to the reception, Mr. and Mrs. Mobley were able to take a breath and soak in the joy of a few moments alone together...

The rest of the evening was filled with sweet cake, sweet laughs, and sweet dance moves..

...and at the end of their dream day, he stole her away from the party for a few more sunset kisses!

Mary and Jed,

Thank you so much for trusting us to capture these precious moments for you! Our prayer is that many years from now, you will be able to share these memories with your children and grandchildren, and they will be able to clearly see the way you loved one another on this very special day!

Mrs. Metcalf's Breathtaking Bridals

When we met Emma at the Carleen Bright Arboretum in Woodway, she was anxiously awaiting the day when she would close the chapter on her days as Ms. Reaves and begin her new story as Mrs. Metcalf! With her dream day only a few short weeks away, she was happy to have all of the pieces of her wedding start to come together! Her hair and makeup were flawless, her bouquet and ring were stunning, and every inch of her lace-detailed dress and long flowing veil made for some truly spectacular detail portraits! But the thing that brought this bridal session to life was Emma's sweet smile, a smile that reminded us how wonderful it is to know that your heart has found the one it loves!

Being a wedding photographer herself, Emma would tell you that she is more comfortable behind the camera than in front of it, but you would never know it! She looks like she's been modeling for editorial pieces her entire life! Capturing these moments for a fellow wedding photographer was a huge honor and so much fun! Our job was made even easier; because, Emma brought her own photography assistant, her sweet sister Kiersten, to the shoot!

We hope these breathtaking moments from our beautiful evening in Central Texas will inspire you to appreciate every detail of the love in your life!

Thank you for trusting us, Emma! We are praying that you and Joshua have the most amazing life together!

Venue: Carleen Bright Arboretum, Woodway, TX

Dress: Georgio's Bridal, Waco, TX

Hair: Amber Dawn Gresham

Makeup: Lauren Mosely

Ring: Kay Jewelers