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Vivian contacted us to do a couples portrait session. They really wanted to do something outdoors, but with how cold the weather has been this winter, we decided to do a studio session with the possibility of heading outdoors for some additional photographs. Luckily, the weather cooperated and wasn’t too cold, especially for February!

The first time I met them was when they showed up for their session. Both are extremely friendly people, and so into each other. I love it when we have such playful people to photograph! Larry plays guitar, so he brought a couple of his for the session. Being a musician, myself, I really admire other musicians. Larry sat and played for a bit, which gave me a good chance to photograph him (using a spotlight effect) and listen to some wonderful music.

After the studio session, we headed downtown and took advantage of the wonderful ambiance of Main Street. From the train station, the antique shop, courtyard and other scenery, everywhere you turn is something new to add to their artistic imagery.

It was a fun session, and I enjoyed getting to know them. Check out more images from their session on our Facebook page.

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Ashley & Ben - June 5, 2010

It’s interesting to photograph some wedding. We’ve known Ashley and her family for at least 15 years. Our youngest daughter grew up with Ashley. They were in some of the same classes since elementary school, and went to brownies and girl scouts together. To have someone we’ve watched grow up and get married, it just takes us back.

Ashley and Ben are very nice couple. We had fun with them at their engagement session, and their wedding day was absolutely beautiful! It was amazing to see the faith they both carried within themselves, as well as the love they have for each other. It is just really nice to see such devotion in both of them.  This carried on through their wonderful ceremony. It was truly a pleasure to be a part of their wedding.

Their wedding planner did an incredible jog with the decorations. Each table had it’s own theme, taking in different likes, interests, life history, and moments together. Coupled with photographs of the two of them all over the place, you got a sense of who these two people are, and how they have grown together. It was a really nice way to include the two of them into the reception is a way where their guests could share the beginning of their lives together.

That Saturday was a very hot, sunny day. It turned out to beautiful outside, but I’m glad most of the activities were all indoors. The great thing about it was Marble Slab Ice Cream was there. With several flavors and toppings, it was a very welcome treat. The line for ice cream went all the way around the reception hall. I don’t think the line ever slowed down throughout the entire reception! I can see this catching on more at summer weddings, like we saw with S’mores on cooler spring or autumn receptions.

After the reception, we headed over to the UT Arboretum just outside of Oak Ridge. It was a little bit of a blessing as a quick rain shower passed through just before we arrived. So, it wasn’t as hot as it had been just a short while earlier, yet the humidity was now up. Even so, we were able to capture some really wonderful imagery of just the two of them. The photo at the top of this post was from there, as well as a few more in the slideshow below. Giving the two of them a little time to be together, and being able to be a part of that – it is something that Leigh and I love to experience. As Ashley & Ben walk off holding hands, it bring Leigh and myself to holding hands while we ride home.

Here are come more images from their wedding day:

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Additional posts with Ashley & Ben:

Ashley & Bens’ Engagement Session
Fun Table Decorations & Ashley & Ben’s Reception
Marble Slab Ice Cream at the Reception

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One of the neat things to see at Ashley & Ben’s wedding was Marble Slab Ice Cream bringing in their portable system. The line for ice cream went all the way around the reception hall. They had several flavors of ice cream, along with a nice selection of toppings to mix in.

With how hot this summer has been, I’m surprised I don’t see this show up more often! What a great idea as well! Below are some more images of Marble Slab’s setup. Read More

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Ashley and Ben had some very fun table decorations at their wedding reception! Their wedding planner did an incredible job of taking in a lot of their likes, personalities, and life experiences, putting them into unique and creative designs. Each table had a completely different theme. As you walked around the room, you were able to experience what they were like.

It really made for a fun and wonderful reception experience! Take a look below for more of the table designs. Read More

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