September 2, 2018
Almost a year ago, I helped a friend at work with
his proposal to his girlfriend. It was FREEZING cold (22 degrees, I checked!), and I was super worried it was going to be far too dark to get any good images, but we did it, and this summer and about 70 degrees later, the two of them tied the knot!
Ricky and Christa were married at the Revel Center, a fairly new venue in Grand Rapids. The two of them couldn't decide whether or not to do a first look for the wedding. They thankfully asked me to weigh in. Christa was pro-first look and Ricky was against it. Based on the timeline, it actually turned out that the first look was not the best bet. I usually side with the bride on most arguments especially when she wants a first look, but we certainly made it work this time around.
Since it was so hot and humid out, we tried to stay inside as long as we could, but the time we spent outside was more than worth it, and we got a ton of awesome shots in downtown Grand Rapids after the wedding. The couple requested shots at the quintessential Grand Rapids landmark, the Blue Bridge. And thankfully we had a few cooperative clouds come by while we were there. Gorgeous!
The reception was a blast and I was so glad to have been part of this party! And I hear the bride had a few tears of joy when she say the images for the first time so... mission accomplished!
Venue -
Revel Center, Grand Rapids
Hair -
Hair by Kaylene
Makeup -
Knockout Beauty by KB
Bride and Bridesmaid dresses -
America's Bride, Grand Rapids
Tuxes - Men's Warehouse
Flowers -
Something Borrowed Blooms
Catering -
Adeline Leigh Catering Company, Grand Rapids
DJ - Chris,
Opus Events, Grand Rapids
Cake -
Cakes and Crafts by Sue, Grand Rapids
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| ^Details! |
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| ^Finishing touches. |
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| ^A beautiful bride! |
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| ^Time to get little man ready for the big event! |
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| ^The two most handsome fellows of the day! |
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| ^Worth the wait. |
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| ^Family: official ;) |
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| ^Come on, guys! It's already too hot out here ;) |
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| ^Love it! |
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| ^Thanks to Jess for these shots of the guys. |
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| ^Wow! |
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| ^Can ANYONE wear a dress like this without twirling? |
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| ^Woo hoo! |
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| ^So happy for you two! |
