Anne and Ryan: Their Wedding Story

Anne’s florals for the day by Tiffany Mullen at Circle City Designers were just GORGEOUS. Anne and Ryan opted to see each other before the wedding and it was such a special moment. Doing so also gave us LOTS of time to stroll the grounds of River Glen Country Club for portraits of this sweet couple. Anne’s one request. As we were taking this, Ryan says “You got this idea off Pinterest didn’t you?” I laughed and told Anne we were both busted. I’m as obsessed with the site as she is! I love how this shot shows off Anne’s beautiful Jenny Yoo gown. The light on this afternoon was unbelievable. This shot is my favorite! A beautiful group of girls—Anne had all of her bridesmaids pick up little black dresses from the Gap. They had pockets and I was envious of how comfortable yet chic they were. Great pick! Yellow is my favorite color so I adored Anne and Ryan’s black and gold color scheme. Also loving all the craspedia they incorporated in their wedding! Favorite father-daughter aisle shot, ever. I just LOVE the way Anne’s dad, Malcolm, is looking at his little girl here. Warms my heart! Anne, go ON with yo gorgeous self, girl!!! Anne’s older brother, Adam, is a professional photographer and joined us for some of the portraits. His suggestion to have some fun with those leaves made for a set of images that were just perfect for his little sister’s fall wedding. Anne is a kindergarten teacher and I admired the way she incorporated her profession into their wedding decor — from the blackboard seating chart and table numbers to the donation the couple made to a literacy program for elementary students in lieu of party favors. It was so personal to them…Bustin’ out their Terrible Towels for their reception entrance. If you don’t get it, don’t worry, it’s a Steelers thing Anne’s sister, Abby, gave one of the best toasts I’ve heard all year at a wedding. It was sweet and personal and right on the mark about all the joys and trials of marriage. And what kind of teacher could end the night without milk and cookies for her guests?

FOR MORE OF ANNE AND RYAN’S WEDDING, VIEW THEIR SLIDESHOW

Anne and Ryan, THANK YOU for making the decision all those months ago to hire me. I love your families and the love they poured out on your behalf on your wedding day was so evident. It was a joy to witness, but, more importantly, to document. I hope you treasure these memories and I wish you guys the best in your new life together!

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