Jake & Jess - Part 1!!!

Jake and Jess were our first July wedding, and was it nothing short of spectacular.  We had picture perfect skies, amazing venues, stunning details, and the awesome architecture of downtown St. Louis for a backdrop.  We also had a wedding party that was a delight to be around.  No complaining about heat, or the number of locations we shot at.  It was an absolutely great day from beginning to end!

Looking gorgeous! Jess's hair and make-up artists were some of our favorites. She looked so amazing!

Jess gave each of her Bridesmaids a green brooch to wear on her dress, they were each different....such a neat gift.

 Loved this shot we got of Jess' Mom talking on the phone while watching her daughter in the make-up chair.  One can only imagine what was going through her mind.

Jake had a letter for Jess that was so beautifully written, she did such a great job holding back the tears. I think she just had to wipe one or two away...and she was extremely touched by his gesture.

Love this moment of Jess and her Dad in prayer right before she headed downstairs for her first look of her Groom. Ummm, we also love the little blue bag...which was a sweet gift from her Dad. :)

 We loved the touch of green that was added to the day's attire, and we were informed

that that was Jake's contribution to the day! LOL

 Jake & Jess were another one of our couple's that opted for "The First Look".

And, we both agree that these moments are a real treat to capture. It was an extra special touch that Jess had her Dad "give her away" to Jake during the first look.

Heading out in the limo....where it was nice and cool :)

Always a favorite St. Louis landmark . . .

 How about this "baby lobster" that Kelly

almost stepped on while trekking the guys to a shoot spot?!?!?

Jake & Jess,

Hope you two enjoyed a glimpse at the first part of your day!

What an amazing day it was for everyone involved.

We had an great time sifting through all of the moments, and will be anxious

for you to see Part 2 next week!!!

Hugs,

Kelly & Lisa

Amanda & Scott

Amanda and Scott were married on Father's Day, and we met them at this quaint house were the whole wedding party was getting ready together.

Amanda's dress was just gorgeous....and her shoes....oh her shoes, we fantasised about stealing them off her feet at the end of the night :)

They had two adorable little flower girls, they were so excited to be getting ready with the "big girls"...and we loved the pops of red in the flowers in their hair and their shoes.

We were working with a really tight time frame, so Amanda and Scott opted for the increasingly popular "first look".....we love how excited Scott looks :)

The initial reaction is always different for each couple, and always special.

Then we headed out with just moments to spare for a few quick pics before the ceremony was to begin. This wedding party was up for the idea for an unusual spot that was close by. Loved that they were so easy going...and we really loved the blue skies :)

And the gorgeous couple! Easy going....that is the best way to describe these two....Amanda was as far opposite of a "Bridezilla" as you could get. Love us some laid back Brides :) Especially when they can work a camera like Amanda can.

On to the ceremony, were we immediately set our sights on their beautiful wedding cake.

This angel represented Scott's mom, whom passed last year. It was so very touching that this angel sat in the front row and was at various people's tables through out the night. We have no doubt that Scott's mom was there with us all.

And it is show time :)

After the ceremony we grabbed the fabulous wedding party for just a few more photos.

Ummm, yea....we still are drooling over those shoes.

And a few minutes of alone time. We rocked it out fast and it helps to have a super easy couple to work with.

Then it was "party time".....we think Scott was most excited about eating :) We heard his stomach growling a few times...haha!

A great capture by Kelly of a sweet intimate moment.

Lisa grabbed this shot of the fabulous favors for the guests. They each got a bottle of wine (yea...that is our kind of favor). The coolest part was that the bottles were engraved with the lovely Bride & Grooms names and wedding date. So cool!!



Scott & Amanda,

We truly enjoyed working with you guys. You two were so easy

going and go with the flow. Even with the few things that didn't go

100% as planned, you never let it ruin your day. That speaks volumes about

the kind of marriage you two will have. If you can keep your cool in good times

and bad...it will be smooth sailing.

Many Wishes of Happiness!!!

Lisa & Kelly