Kourtney + Eric {Wedding}

It was such an honor and a privilege to photograph Kourtney and Eric's wedding, and I couldn't be more thrilled to share some of their special moments with you. But before we get started, I really need to take a minute and send out a huge thank you to this special couple for allowing me to be a part of their wedding day.   It takes a lot of faith to turn over the responsibility of preserving the memories of one of the most important days of your life to someone you barely know, and Kourtney and Eric trusted me to capture theirs knowing that it would be the first "official" wedding that I'd ever photographed. I can only hope that they love their photos as much as I do.

Speaking of loving their photos, I had such a hard time narrowing down photos for this post.  I really wanted to include so many more, but I know Kourtney and Eric, and their families, are anxious to see these.  So I had to rein myself in in order to get a peek of their images up ASAP.

So, without further ado, I give you Kourtney and Eric's AMAZING wedding:

Kourtney and Eric had their wedding at the sweetest little wedding venue in Gilbert.  It was the perfect setting for a cozy, intimate wedding and the owner was just as nice as could be!

Kourtney's dress was so beautiful...

Their gorgeous rings.  Eric's ring is one of the most awesome groom's rings I've ever seen.  I instantly fell in love with the design of it...

Kourtney's step-father, Mike, walked her down the aisle...

Simply stunning...

Mike gave an amazing reading during the ceremony that probably would have reduced me to tears if I hadn't been so focused on my camera...

In place of exchanging vows, the couple decided to wash each other's feet as a sign of their love and respect for one another.  It truly was one of the most amazing and touching things I have ever witnessed during a wedding ceremony...

This just made my heart melt the way Eric helped his bride rise afterward...

You may now kiss the bride!...

The new Mr. & Mrs...

Making it official...

Eric and Kourtney are huge Doctor Who fans, so they decided to make it the theme of their wedding cake...

First dance...

A little sparkler fun to end the night....

Kourtney + Eric,  Thank you again for allowing me to a part of your day and for trusting me to capture your memories for you.  It was amazing getting to know you both while working with you.  I wish you nothing but the best for your future, may your life be filled with love, laughter, and happily ever after.

Michele Whitacre is a portrait photographer serving Phoenix, Arizona and the surrounding area.
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Caleb + Addison's Sneak Peek {Wedding Ceremony}

Last weekend, Caleb and Addison joined their lives as one in a private wedding ceremony, and I am so honored that they allowed me to witness their beautiful ceremony and capture these memories for them.

Their ceremony started with the groom, followed by the bride and her father, crossing over to the tiny private island that they picked for their location.  They couldn't have picked a more perfect and romantic spot!...

The entire day was filled with such love and sweetness between Addison and Caleb.  It was so obvious how much they adore each other...

Addison's mom performed the ceremony, while Addison's dad stood by her side.  Together they read a poem for their daughter and new son.  So much love went into making this moment special for Addison and Caleb...

It was hard not to shed a few tears behind my camera, especially witnessing such moments of love and sweetness as Addison and Caleb exchanged their vows...

Hello gorgeous ring!...

You may now kiss your bride...

A few signatures, and it's official!...

I now present the Mr. and Mrs...

This is definitely a fav!...

Love!...

Is she not the most beautiful and radiant bride you've ever seen?!...

This photo is another of my absolute favorites!...

A peek at their little island behind them....

Caleb and Addison, Congratulations on your marriage!  I couldn't be happier for you two as you begin your new adventure together.  I hope every day is filled with the same love and tenderness that surrounded you on your wedding day.  Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your special day.

Michele Whitacre is a portrait photographer serving Phoenix, Arizona and the surrounding area.
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