Engagement Pictures with Kendall and William

Remember when I had that Facebook contest?  You know, the one where I was giving away free engagement pictures to anyone who got engaged on their birthday?  Well meet our winners, Kendall and William.  Will surprised her with a ring on her birthday.  How sweet!  

When I asked where they wanted to go for photos, they mentioned the Fort Worth Stock Yards and I was immediately excited.  What a fun place!  I fell in love with this location.

They’re a little bit country, and all-around sweethearts.  Kendall was full of great ideas, and Will was the perfect gentleman who agreed to everything she asked of him.

Congratulations Kendall and William!  I’m thrilled to be a part of your wonderful story and I look forward to your wedding on November 1st.

Bridal Portraits with Diana

Diana is one of my best friends!  We met through our better halves, Roman and Robbie.  She is marrying Roman on October 12th, where Robbie is their best man and I am one of their bridesmaids.  It’s truly an honor.

Diana is a country girl at heart, so what better place to take her portraits than Penn Farm at Cedar Hill State Park.  Just like Diana it’s rustic, full of charm, and has southern style.

Fun fact: Telling Diana to visualize “sexy Roman” at the altar made her laugh.  A LOT!

Congratulations, Diana!  You look so beautiful, and I cannot wait to be a part of your special day!

Flowers provided by The Shabby Rose Florist.

Carroll Wedding

On Saturday, August 10th, Chris & April were married at the Los Rios Country Club in Plano, TX. What an amazing day it was! The weather was beautiful, their colors were gorgeous, and their wedding party was awesome.

I loved hearing that Chris had an older son (who was their groomsman), April had a daughter (who was their flower girl/junior bridesmaid), and they had a son together (who was the ring bearer/cutest kid I have ever seen). What a beautiful family! This was a celebration where everyone was coming together.

Fun fact: Chris surprised April with his choice of recessional song. “The Imperial March” aka Darth Vader’s theme song. Can you say genius!? Their laughs were priceless.

Like I said… cutest kid ever. And awesome wedding party.

Love these suits and glasses. The hat made the outfit.

I think the heat was getting to me, because I at one point I told the groomsmen to act like April’s secret service bodyguards. Hey, at least I got a laugh out of it!

Best part of the day? We got to drive golf carts!!! What can I say, I’m easily entertained.

Their first dance was precious. The look on Chris’s face while he danced with April took my breath away. It’s amazing when you can literally see the love they have for each other. Then their son, Matthew, joined in and made silly faces. Gotta love it!

I was getting ready to leave, when the wedding party pulled me aside to tell me they were decorating Chris & April’s car. Did I mention they were awesome!? Highlights include sayings like “Groom (Owned)” and “Bride (The Boss).” Complete with ball and chain, bright colors, and whipped cream. It was greatness.

Thank you Chris & April for including me in your big day. I had a blast!

Best of the Best

This is exactly why I tell my clients they can have the best of the best and not all of their pictures. Haha!!!

Bridal Portraits with Stephanie

Over the weekend I had the pleasure of taking some bridal portraits for my future sister-in-law, Stephanie Malik.  We decided to go back to Arbor Hills Nature Preserve, where we did her engagement pictures, because it’s so beautiful out there.

Stephanie was a champ.  Even though it was one of the hottest days, she didn’t complain once.  Then again, she’s getting married on July 13th so I guess it was good practice!

Fun fact: Although Stephanie is originally from California, she’s really a Texas girl at heart.  She loves Mexican food, country music, and her cowboy boots!

Congratulations, Stephanie!  I’m so excited for you and Chad.  You make one beautiful bride!