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We love Josh & Lauren! We couldn’t have asked for a better time spent with them and their beautiful baby boy Aidan on their June 5th wedding. I also have to give them a big congratulations, because their new baby boy Eli was born this afternoon!!

Lauren has a natural grace – especially when she thinks nobody is watching.

Josh is Super Groom. Being a daddy, getting himself ready, and on the phone checking on wedding details all at once!

They had a private first look before leaving the hotel.

Lauren & Josh came back a few weeks later for their Just Married session – stay tuned for that blog post up next!

Venue:  Dara’s Garden
Coordinators:  One Enchanted Evening
Florist:  Lisa Foster
DJ:  Ogle Entertainment – Jake James

Here are a list of the wonderful vendors who helped everything come together!

Florals: Samuel Franklin
Venue: Second Presbyterian/Knoxville  Museum of Art
Coordinator:  A Perfect Day
DJ: Sound Revue – Mike White
Reception Lighting: DWD Lighting
Linens/Decor: White Table
Rentals: All Occasions Party Rentals
Cake: Rosa’s Catering
Catering:  Rex Bradford Catering

I love the moments immediately following the ceremony when it really hits the bride and groom that they are married!

Typical of our weddings, we spent the majority of our time photographing as “flies on the wall”, but still snuck in just a few portraits.

Jennifer’s sweet mother now shares a birthday with her daughter’s anniversary! After the cake cutting, everyone gathered to sing “Happy Birthday”!

A little living room dancing

Jennifer and her father.

One last shot before it was time to go!

Laura and Paul’s wedding was our last of 2009, and what a way to end the year.  Their wedding day was completely perfect from start to finish.  They were a delightful group of people and everyone had such fun! 

Laura & Paul chose to see each other before their ceremony, and this is Laura sneaking up on her groom!

Laura and her dad psyched themselves up while enjoying a moment alone before the ceremony.

Meanwhile, outside in the chilly fall air, the guests began to arrive.

The flower girl took her job very seriously! 

Laura and her dad have such a sweet relationship.

These adorable flower girls were definitely the stars of the show!

I loved these unique jewelry pieces that Carolyn chose for her bridesmaids to wear!

The strong wind made outdoor photos a challenge, but we managed to sneak a few in before everyone’s hair had a chance to get messed up!

Everyone waited in the narthex for the show to begin.

I love fall weddings, and Rob & Sally’s special day was no exception.  Married on a beautiful October day at Bleak House, their wedding was a joy to photograph from start to finish.  The vibrant fall colors incorporated into their decor, coupled with the stunning fall weather and mild temperatures made for a truly beautiful event.  These two are so in love, and it was so obvious in how they treated each other with respect and kindness in everything that they did.  Take a look at their gorgeous wedding!

Their rings are crazy gorgeous!!

The toasts generated plenty of smiles, laughter, and happy tears. 

Rob & Sally provided crazy glasses for the guests to wear while dancing and they were such a hit.  What a neat idea!

Opening the doors for the grand entrance of the bride..

Souheil’s first glimpse!

Some emotion and celebrating took place right after the ceremony.  This is such a close, loving family, and it was wonderful to see how well Oriana and Souheil’s families got along with each other.  You would think they’ve known each other their whole lives.

Some stunning details by Clay Pots Floral Events

Catering by Cherokee Country Club

This amazing, huge, beautiful cake is by Andrea Burns at Daisy Cake

Oriana’s dad giving a toast.

They partied well into the night and never seemed to run out of energy – I think they had fun, don’t you?

I arrived at Belleza Salon bright and early to find Oriana and her bridesmaids all in good spirits.  Everyone was having a blast.

The next stop was Oriana’s home, where everyone dashed inside to get out of the rain.  I looked like a drowned rat and had my cameras wrapped in plastic bags – but Oriana’s hair and makeup held up just fine!

Members of both sides of the family were already gathered at the home for lunch, singing, and dancing.  I’d never seen so much celebration before the wedding had even started!!

There was a beautiful catered lunch spread.

Before Oriana headed to her dressing room to put her gown on, there was one last round of singing and dancing in the hallway!

When she was ready, the family was there to see her off!

Meanwhile, Matt was already at Cherokee Country Club with the groomsmen, who were also having a ton of fun.

A little prankery for the boys relaxing in the steam room!

Giving Souheil a nice de-stresser before things really get started!

All florals provided by Clay Pots

Stay tuned for part 2 for the ceremony and amazing reception. I especially can’t wait to share all of the beautiful details from the decor!!