Makinsey & Mason's Halloween Wedding
Makinsey & Mason’s Halloween wedding was perfectly FANCY & SPOOKY. These two are the most unique free spirited people and they make me smile every time I am around them. We captured photos of the two of them and their two doggos a couple years ago, then their engagements earlier this year. I was so excited when they told me they were getting married at the Neidhammer on HALLOWEEN! The Neidhammer offered gorgeous walls and high ceilings, brick and layered old paint. Makinsey and Mason added such gorgeous details to their venue, a casket ring box, custom jean jackets, a light up neon sign, dinosaur masks for their entry, and even a black garter! I can not wait to get ALL of their photos back to them, because there are so many personal images for the two of them that I could not share that they will treasure for forever!
Makinsey & Mason’s Halloween wedding was perfectly FANCY & SPOOKY. These two are the most unique free spirited people and they make me smile every time I am around them. We captured photos of the two of them and their two doggos a couple years ago, then their engagements earlier this year. I was so excited when they told me they were getting married at the Neidhammer on HALLOWEEN! The Neidhammer offered gorgeous walls and high ceilings, brick and layered old paint. Makinsey and Mason added such gorgeous details to their venue, a casket ring box, custom jean jackets, a light up neon sign, dinosaur masks for their entry, and even a black garter! I can not wait to get ALL of their photos back to them, because there are so many personal images for the two of them that I could not share that they will treasure for forever!
Party Favors: Robin Antle
Jewelry: Wedding rings - Alexis Russell
Bride's Dress: A Moment in Time Bridal
Bridesmaids Dresses: David’s Bridal
Groom's Attire: Men’s Wearhouse
Groomsmen attire: Men’s Wearhouse
DJ: Matt Howell
Officiant: Chris Davis
Invitations: Zola
Floral Arrangements: Robin Antle
Hair : April Rees
Makeup: The Amazing Bride
Wedding Cake or Cupcakes: Rachel Fischer
Catering: Nameless Catering Co.
Venue: Neidhammer
Addison & Hunter's Wedding at Barn Thirty-Eight
These two know how to throw a party! I was laughing and smiling the entire day from behind the camera, jamming out while getting ready, bouquets getting thrown in the air during bridal party photos, kissing and cuddles from Hunter and Addison, and such a beautiful day for a wedding! So many special moments, their preview had me smiling while editing remembering back to their wedding day.
These two know how to throw a party! I was laughing and smiling the entire day from behind the camera, jamming out while getting ready, bouquets getting thrown in the air during bridal party photos, kissing and cuddles from Hunter and Addison, and such a beautiful day for a wedding! So many special moments, their preview had me smiling while editing remembering back to their wedding day.
Jewelry: Etsy, great grandmothers wedding ring was made into my necklace
Wedding Planner: Denise Winningham
Bride's Dress: Marie Gabriel
Bridesmaids Dresses: Azazzie
Groom's Attire: Men’s warehouse
Groomsmen attire: Men’s warehouse
Videographer: Enchanted films
DJ: Matt Howell
Officiant: Garett Prewit
Invitations: Minted
Floral Arrangements: Buck creek in bloom
Hair : John Jay- Veronica and Kristen
Makeup: John Jay - Veronica and Kristen
Wedding Cake or Cupcakes: Cakeology
Catering: Mr mouse
Rentals: Linens HD super rent
Venue: Barn thirty eight
Makayla & Joe's Wedding at The Country Club
I absolutely loved capturing Makayla & Joe’s wedding day at the Delaware Country Club this September. They were the coolest and laid back couple ever. Their first look was stinking adorable, their ceremony was held during a golf tournament and the two of them could not have cared less who was around them, Makayla & her dad’s father daughter dance had everyone smiling and cheering. Makayla & Joe are made for one another and I loved being able to capture their love for one another and their family’s love for them!
I absolutely loved capturing Makayla & Joe’s wedding day at the Delaware Country Club this September. They were the coolest and laid back couple ever. Their first look was stinking adorable, their ceremony was held during a golf tournament and the two of them could not have cared less who was around them, Makayla & her dad’s father daughter dance had everyone smiling and cheering. Makayla & Joe are made for one another and I loved being able to capture their love for one another and their family’s love for them!
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Bride's Dress: David’s Bridal
Bridesmaids Dresses: David’s Bridal
Groom's Attire: Men’s Wearhouse
Groomsmen attire: Men’s Wearhouse
DJ: Kevin Davidson
Officiant: Derrick Parker
Invitations: Minted
Floral Arrangements: Tricia Linton
Hair : Chanzee & Kim
Makeup: Becky
Wedding Cake or Cupcakes: Amanda Catron- Kings Bakery
Catering: Delaware Country Club
Venue: Delaware County Country Club
Austin & Ariana's Wedding at the Delaware Country Club
When a couple loves like this couple loves one another, capturing their wedding day is just so easy! Any moment they could be kissing and holding each other, they were. From the moment I saw these two together, I knew they were meant to be. They love one another so effortlessly and that showed through in all of their wedding photos. It was reallllly windy and chilly out on their wedding day, but Austin Burton wrapped Ariana up in her coat and carried her from spot to spot, he played her a song on his guitar, and admired her the entire day. I have known Austin since we were young, and this is the happiest I have ever seen him. Congratulations you two on a beautiful wedding, and future together! Thanks for being such troopers in the cold and making me ohh and ahhh over you guys all day!
When a couple loves like this couple loves one another, capturing their wedding day is just so easy! Any moment they could be kissing and holding each other, they were. From the moment I saw these two together, I knew they were meant to be. They love one another so effortlessly and that showed through in all of their wedding photos. It was reallllly windy and chilly out on their wedding day, but Austin Burton wrapped Ariana up in her coat and carried her from spot to spot, he played her a song on his guitar, and admired her the entire day. I have known Austin since we were young, and this is the happiest I have ever seen him. Congratulations you two on a beautiful wedding, and future together! Thanks for being such troopers in the cold and making me ohh and ahhh over you guys all day!
Katelyn & Jacob's Wedding Day // August 24, 2019
Katelyn & Jacob’s wedding day was absolutely gorgeous. Their venue was amazing with their ceremony right in front of a huge willow tree and an arch way her dad made for her. Both of their families were so supportive and sweet, their bridal party was so much fun to be around, and her best friend Dixie (her doggy) was next to her all day. It was a magical day with her gorgeous dress and smile and their love for one another. I was so so happy to capture their special day for them! I can not wait to see what their future holds for them!
Katelyn & Jacob’s wedding day was absolutely gorgeous. Their venue was amazing with their ceremony right in front of a huge willow tree and an arch way her dad made for her. Both of their families were so supportive and sweet, their bridal party was so much fun to be around, and her best friend Dixie (her doggy) was next to her all day. It was a magical day with her gorgeous dress and smile and their love for one another. I was so so happy to capture their special day for them! I can not wait to see what their future holds for them!
Angela & Kevin // "Morning of Wedding" Photos
So Angela & Kevin surprised their family with a wedding ceremony, and I got to capture their "morning of wedding” photos! They told their family they were having a Mexican fiesta dinner, instead they had their very own wedding ceremony in their back yard at home. How sweet? The two had to include their fur babies in their photos and they were absolutely adorable!
So Angela & Kevin surprised their family with a wedding ceremony, and I got to capture their "morning of wedding” photos! They told their family they were having a Mexican fiesta dinner, instead they had their very own wedding ceremony in their back yard at home. How sweet? The two had to include their fur babies in their photos and they were absolutely adorable!
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Takeisha and Nick Wedding // October 7, 2018
Takeisha & Nick are long standing clients who I have captured during all parts of their relationship, so it was fitting to capture their special day! Their day was absolutely perfect, her unique and beautiful wedding gown, all of the little details, the fall decor, their adorable son, the games they played on the dance floor, and the love this couple shares for one another. Thank you Nick and Takeisha for allowing me to be a part of your special day!
Takeisha & Nick are long standing clients who I have captured during all parts of their relationship, so it was fitting to capture their special day! Their day was absolutely perfect, her unique and beautiful wedding gown, all of the little details, the fall decor, their adorable son, the games they played on the dance floor, and the love this couple shares for one another. Thank you Nick and Takeisha for allowing me to be a part of your special day!
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Kayla & Courtney Wedding // October 12, 2018
I had such an amazing time with Kayla & Courtney capturing their wedding! They were both so sweet to work with and so in love with one another! Courtney started tearing up when they had their first look on the covered bridge and when she read her vowels to Kayla and it was the sweetest thing. Watching the two of them and their love for one another was such a heart warming experience and I am so glad that I got to be a part of their special day! Congratulations to Kayla and Courtney Young!
I had such an amazing time with Kayla & Courtney capturing their wedding! They were both so sweet to work with and so in love with one another! Courtney started tearing up when they had their first look on the covered bridge and when she read her vowels to Kayla and it was the sweetest thing. Watching the two of them and their love for one another was such a heart warming experience and I am so glad that I got to be a part of their special day!
Congratulations to Kayla and Courtney Young!
"Love is friendship that has caught fire. It is quiet understanding, mutual confidence, sharing and forgiving. It is loyalty through good and bad times. It settles for less than perfection and makes allowances for human weaknesses." — Ann Landers
I absolutely love first looks, Courtney started tearing up as soon as she saw Kayla for the first time, it was precious!
"I love you not only for what you are, but for what I am when I am with you. I love you not only for what you have made of yourself, but for what you are making of me." —Roy Croft
The dance floor was full the entire reception!
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Liz & Bryan Wedding // October 6, 2018
Liz & Bryan had about 40 people in attendance at their intimate Catholic Wedding Ceremony. They were so sweet, laid back, and so in love. The two kept meeting eyes during the ceremony and huge smiles would burst from their faces! I loved working with their family and friends and especially the two of them to capture such great memories of their special day. Congratulations to Liz and Bryan!
Liz & Bryan had about 40 people in attendance at their small and intimate Catholic Wedding Ceremony. They were so sweet, laid back, and so in love. The two kept meeting eyes during the ceremony and huge smiles would burst from their faces! I loved working with their family and friends and especially the two of them to capture such great memories of their special day. Congratulations to Liz and Bryan! I had such a great time with you both.
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Kiley and Coty Wedding // 9.29.18
Oh where do I start!?! Kiley & Coty’s wedding was absolutely perfect! The couple were so sweet, so in love, and so much fun to work with all day! The family and their bridal party were so sweet and so helpful and kept the dance floor full all night! The groom’s mother decorated the ceremony arbor with floral that had looked like a professional florist’s work! The bride’s father hosted the entire event at his gorgeous home. Years ago he had acquired a bottle of Crown Royal that was from the year he was born and told everyone he wouldn’t open it until his daughter’s wedding, the entire bridal party and family enjoyed a shot or two together after his toast to the bride and groom. I am so happy that I got the chance to capture this beautiful wedding and help preserve memories from their very special day!
Oh, Kiley & Coty’s wedding was absolutely gorgeous!
The couple were so sweet to work with, the bridal party were so helpful, and the family was so nice and so much fun! The ceremony & reception were both held at the bride’s father’s home, which was absolutely gorgeous! The ceremony was held in the back yard with an arbor that the groom's mom decorated with gorgeous floral. The reception was a blast with the dance floor full the entire time! Thank you to both of you, your friends, and your family for allowing me to be apart of your special day!
Meranda & Damon Wedding // July 8th 2018
Location: Meg's Country Celebrations
Date: July 8th 2018
I am so happy to have been able to capture Meranda & Damon's wedding on Sunday, it was absolutely gorgeous! Their adorable daughter Norah was their flower girl, and she couldn't have been any cuter. The entire wedding party and family were super fun to work with! Congratulations to such a fun and sweet couple.
Location: Meg's Country Celebrations
Date: July 8th 2018
I am so happy to have been able to capture Meranda & Damon's wedding on Sunday, it was absolutely gorgeous! Their adorable daughter Norah was their flower girl, and she couldn't have been any cuter. The entire wedding party and family were super fun to work with! Congratulations to such a fun and sweet couple.
Nichole & Steven // 5.20.18
Nichole & Steven had a small and quaint wedding at Whitetail Tree Farms. The couple were so much fun to work with, they traveled all the way from California to be with family on their special day. Thank you both for letting me capture your wedding day, here is a small sneak peek!
Nichole & Steven had a small and quaint wedding at Whitetail Tree Farms. The couple were so much fun to work with, they traveled all the way from California to be with family on their special day. Thank you both for letting me capture your wedding day, here is a small sneak peek!
Breanna & Tyler // 4.14.18 // Associate Wedding
Breanna & Tyler were so in love, they had a gorgeous ceremony at Northeast Christian Church in Fort Wayne, Indiana where their Best Man surprised them with a Golden Retriever puppy during their ceremony! After their ceremony we headed to The Botanical Gardens and the couple were so sweet and natural to work with. The entire family and bridal party were so kind and awesome to work with! Congratulations to Breanna & Tyler on a gorgeous wedding and future together!
Location: Fort Wayne, IN. // Ceremony venue: Northeast Christian Church // Reception Venue: The Bergstaff Place // Bridal Dress: The Bridal Superstore // Bridesmaid Dresses: Wren & Ivory // Men's Wear: Macy's & Men's Warehouse // Florist: Marvin's Gardens Designs // Music: Ace DJ Productions // Catering: Ceruti's Catering // Donuts: Long's Donuts
Review From Bride & Groom
“And of course, we are so grateful for our photographers! Cassie and Kyla were rock-stars the whole day, who not only kept us and our families on schedule during photos, but made us feel relaxed and comfortable in front of the camera. They were so kind and professional, and felt like friends hanging out with us throughout the day capturing our special moments! We are so grateful to have had them as a part of our day! ”
Photographed as an Associate Photographer for Kirsten Wray Photography in Fort Wayne, IN.
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Elizabeth & Reed // Associate for Kirsten Wray Photography
Elizabeth & Reed's wedding was held at the Golf Club of Indiana in Lebanon Indiana. The couple were so much fun to work with from the very beginning of the day to the very end! Here are just a few highlights from their special day.
Location: Lebanon, IN. // Ceremony venue: The Cardinal Room at The Golf Club of Indiana // Reception Venue: The Cardinal Room at The Golf Club of Indiana // Hair: Britni Wolfe, Sunburst Salon // Makeup: Anna Rees // Bridal Dress: Sophia's Indy, Maggie Sottero // Bridesmaid Dresses: Azazie // Florist: Fiftyflowers and arranged by my beautiful bridesmaids, family, and friends // Music: My Yellow Rickshaw // Catering: Duos Catering and Food Kitchen // Calligraphy Pieces: Flourish + Pearl (Cristin Carter) // Nails: Lotus Nail Salon // Cake: Kristin Holden
Morgan & Brady // Associate Wedding
I got the chance to assist this gorgeous wedding this past winter for Kirsten Wray Photography, from the little details to the absolutely stunning bride! The bridal party was the largest bridal party I have ever worked with, a total of 10 bridesmaids and 10 groomsmen. We photographed, grouped, and arranged a total of 22 people, just in the bridal party! They were all a blast to work with, some even were Ball State graduates, like me.
I got the chance to assist this gorgeous wedding this past winter for Kirsten Wray Photography, from the little details to the absolutely stunning bride!
The bridal party was the largest bridal party I have ever worked with, a total of 10 bridesmaids and 10 groomsmen.
We photographed, grouped, and arranged a total of 22 people, just in the bridal party! They were all a blast to work with, some even were Ball State graduates, like me.
My favorite parts of a wedding as a photographer are...
Watching the grooms face when the bride walks down the aisle towards him.
Listening and watching the father of the bride give his toast, as tears stream down my face behind the camera.
Photographing all of the small details such as the rings, decor, shoes, and jewelry.
Seeing the rings that the bride and groom choose, I think that the style of the ring says a lot about who they are as a couple and as individuals.
Of course tasting the food and cake!
Watching all of the drunk people dance at the end of the night (which makes me want to join in with them!)
Andrea & Brian // Wedding
Andrea and Brian's wedding was held on the campus of IU in a small chapel with immediate family. After the ceremony the couple traveled by bus to the IU football game to tailgate with friends and family at their RV, while still in their wedding attire. The reception was held several hours later at Deer Park. Their reception was elegant and beautifully decorated with lights and floral arrangements. The couple are die hard IU sports fans and it definitely showed!
The couple got married in a small chapel on IU's campus in Bloomington, Indiana, with immediate family and then followed up with tailgating with friends and family members for several hours. After leaving their RV and red solo cups, they finished the evening with a reception at Deer Park. The reception was absolutely beautiful with a white tent and strings of lights covering the inside of the tent ceiling, guests popped open surprise gold crowns that were left at their place settings and wore them the rest of the evening. Even though it poured during their reception, they did not let that stop the party!
Katie & Beau // Wedding
Katie & Beau were the ying to each other's yang. The couple were so much fun to work with, Katie had the most sincere smile and laugh while Beau was keeping the party going all day long! I loved capturing these two from 11 am until 12:30 am that night.
Katie & Beau's Ceremony and reception were both beautiful! I captured the groom and groomsmen getting ready in the Courtyard Marriott. I rode with them to the ceremony where they had an hour long mass and wedding ceremony which was gorgeous. The church was filled with 250 plus people and the bride was gorgeous in her flowing white dress. After the ceremony we captured group photos with their families and then I got to ride around in a party bus, to the Circle to capture more photographs of the entire wedding party. We ended back at the Eiteljorge Art Museum for the cocktail hour, reception, and live music! The entire wedding was gorgeous and could not have been more perfect. The bride was a natural and the groom was hilarious, the entire wedding party and family made the day so much fun, dancing and laughing.
Assisting for Kirsten Wray Photography.
Reddie & Shelly // Elopement
Reddie and Shelly eloped at the Anderson courthouse with their children and grandchildren right at their sides. Following their sweet elopement we gathered in the park and captured the two of them and their family. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your very special day.
Anderson, Indiana // Park and Court House
