Holly & Ryan ~ Married!

In case you were wondering, the teaser of wedding shoes that I posted previously was from this gem of a wedding. Holly & Ryan have appeared on the blog before here for their engagement session. I have been patiently waiting for their wedding to come at the end of June, and they have been patiently waiting for this preview.

From the beginning, Holly & Ryan were a pleasure to work with, and when Matt & I showed up on wedding day, we were even more delighted to find that their family was just as amazing as they are. The ceremony took place at the beautiful Mildred B. Cooper Memorial Chapel in Bella Vista, AR. There is a glass chapel in the woods with beautiful lush greenery surrounding it. Winding paths, wooden arches, lake view...just so much to take in for a photographer! We had an absolute blast documenting their day because everyone was just so laid-back, and the whole day was so personal and intimate. There were just a couple dozen or so guests, and a touching ceremony performed by Holly's dad. The reception was then held at Cedar Valley Event Center, back in Jane, MO. A wonderful event filled with beautiful people, and beautiful details. Enjoy!!!

The walk down the path to the chapel was gorgeous...here's the view looking up

Her dress was soooo pretty, and her mom made it!! That takes talent!

Holly's Dad taking a moment before the ceremony gets started

The ceremony was so personal and emotional...Every word spoken was very deeply moving

Can you say BEAUTIFUL??? The chapel had amazing sunlight streaming in from above...heavenly

Caught just after they were announced Mr. & Mrs!

Check out these two! Model material

Snuggle close :)

Matt is becoming my go-to detail guy. The ring shot he took is awesome:

mmmm...lots of yummy dessert!

Don't forget the cake!

VERY pretty flutes that would make my mom weak in the knees...(She's sort of obsessed with crystal glassware)

The toasts were heartfelt and got some great laughs

What a cutie!!

Sister Love!

We had a couple of budding photographers following us around part of the time...they were so adorable, and working hard!

First dance

It's not often that I get to play with sunlight by the time the reception rolls around. Long days made this shot extra-fun.

Holly & Ryan opted to have their parents dance to their own wedding songs which I thought was such a fun touch. Holly's parents started it off.

Then Ryan's parents took the dance floor. There is just something magical about love that has stood the test of time, and I think it was such a great tribute to the joining of these two families.

The property at the event center was so pretty and secluded, and even included waterfalls!

Probably my favorites :)

Thank you guys for letting us be there on your special day! We can't wait to show you the rest!

-Sasha & Matt