I love being a wedding photographer...

I love being a wedding photographer.  I enjoy capturing the formal shots that will grace fireplace mantels for years to come.

But more and more I'm realizing, that I really, really love capturing the details... the moments of the day that will be what the most precious memories are made of.

I love a pure shot of the wedding dress, before it has the power to turn an ordinary woman into a beautiful bride.

I love shoes.  Well, not personally, but I do love shoes that mark moments... shoes that are not chosen for their comfort level, but that are stunning and memorable.

I love capturing the getting ready phase.  I love knowing that before everyone was perfectly put together, a mom was needed and bare feet were acceptable.  

I love the oohs and ahhs that just seem to seep out at the first look of a gorgeous bride.  And on a side note, the bride that I worked with last week, was absolutely stunning.

I love watching independent little ones working carefully to get things done.

And goodness knows, I love this.... simple, sweet and incredibly beautiful.

I love the careful maneuvering that happens when walking around in a wedding dress.

And I love last minute preparations.

I love the feeling that you get right before the bride walks down the aisle. 

And I love, love, love a beautiful bride walking down the aisle, on the arm of her proud father.

I love little ceremonies that represent special things and that make each and every wedding unique.

And I love the joy and exuberance that is celebrated as a couple is pronounced husband and wife.

I love a bride that can pose.

And a groom that can command a shot as well.

And I love the energy and connection that comes when getting the formal shots as well.

I love a first dance.

And a darling flower girl.

I love the congratulations of friends.

And speaking of friends, I loved seeing this beautiful group of them.  

If you couldn't tell before reading this post... I love being a wedding photographer.  I love that couples trust me to capture the many details and moments of their wedding day.  I love the amazing people that I've been able to meet throughout the years.

And finally, I love a great cake cutting picture.  A huge thanks to Matt and Jennie for allowing me to be a part of what I love!