I love to watch couples in love. I love to watch couples get married. I cry at weddings. I cry... behind the lens. I am huge sap!
This wedding was no different, in fact, it was actually worse! Nicole has been a dear friend of mine since we were 15. Nicole and I, both from Michigan, ended up at the same High School in Paragould, AR. We met at a time in our lives when we really needed somebody. She & I were going through similar problems and we just clicked...both introduced by different friends, our personalities clicked and for those few short months we were in Arkansas, we were inseparable.
I moved back to Michigan during the 2nd semester of my senior year. Nicole stayed in Arkansas, I knew I was gonna miss her! Years went by before we saw each other again. I had been looking for her, and she for me. One day, I googled her and came upon an email address. I took a chance and emailed, not knowing if it was her. I gave my phone number in hopes that this person was her, or knew of her.
On my 30th birthday, 3 years ago, the phone rang. On the end was Nicole! It had been nearly 12 years since I spoke with her.
Nicole lives in the Detroit area, so we do not get to see each other as often as we'd like. Our lives keep us both very busy, but we still find time to chat on the phone and via email when we can.
I was honored when Nicole asked me to photograph her wedding. How could I not say yes? :)
I met Johnny the day of the wedding. I was extremely thrilled for both of them. Johnny is a kind hearted man, and boy does he love Nicole! It is evident in the way he looks at her, speaks to her and about her!
Johnny has been in the military for 7 months. He will be leaving on November 8 for Alaska, so I wanted to make sure I got them a large preview done to enjoy before he leaves.
Thank you Nicole and Johnny for letting me capture your wedding day. I love you both!
Enjoy your preview!
I love the bouquet toss!
Johny's face is priceless. Notice non of the guys in the back moving to quickly to catch the garter? Johnny ended up tossing it again!
Nicole's ring is so pretty!
I loved this park. The trees were awesome. Made for a great backdrop!
More of the fabulous train station
True Nicole personality! She is full of it! That's why we all love her so much!
More personality!
How about showing us your dance moves?
Johnny is such an army man...standing at attention! :)
A small wedding party, but such a fun group of people.
Typical Nichole and her brother. I love this face! What's not to love?
Nicole was just STUNNING on her wedding day...just like a princess!
Nicole's dress was absolutely stunning. The bead work on the bodice was phenomenal!