micah and carter… part 2

i wanted to take a second to mention a few great foundations micah and carter decided to incorporate into their big day.

all the women in the bridal party wore beautiful handmade jewelry they purchased from an organization called servlife. check out the website… by purchasing this jewelry and other products you are helping provide viable economic alternatives for the oppressed, and for survivors of sexual exploitation, as well as helping to empower local indigenous communities.

instead of clinking champagne glasses to get a kiss out of these two, micah and carter had guests make a donation to autism speaks. once guests made their donation they got to ring a bell signaling a smooch. i thought it was a great idea )

here’s just a couple ideas to give a creative, selfless touch to your wedding day, all the while making a difference.

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micah & carter

7/5/08 – indianapolis, in

micah and carter had a beautiful, carefree wedding this past saturday with a ceremony i won’t soon forget. their joy was so contagious ) it was so sweet to experience first hand how much love they have for each other. you two are great! see you in a week haha… matt and emily, you’re next! )

alex & sydney

6/28/08 – carmel/indianapolis, in

alex and sydney…the adorable couple who may recognize from a few posts earlier, were married this saturday! i’ve really enjoyed getting to know these two and spend time with their friends and family, and they’ve been so wonderful to work with! the day started out dark and rainy, but just as their ceremony wrapped up, the sun popped out and we had the rest of the day to get some great images outside in the sunshine. here’s my favorites of the day… enjoy cancun guys )

also, a big thanks to lisa gorman and her team from memory makers, for making the day go off without a hitch ) and geno and geoffrey for all the help )

austin, texas… sneak peak

here’s a couple images from the wedding i shot with kevin swan a couple weekends ago down in austin… it was quite the event… i’ll share more with you guys later )

lizzi was stunning in a badgley mischka gown…

oh yes, it was that pink. everything was pink )

dave & kara

6/21/07 – fort wayne, in

i had a wonderful time up in fort wayne this weekend capturing dave and kara’s wedding. they both were so relaxed and easy going and their family and friends were so welcoming, i almost forgot i was shooting their wedding ) i think you two are wonderful and i hope you have a great time in mexico )

here’s my fave shots of the day…

the beautiful bride )

i just love this shot above of kara that geoff captured )

…and the handsome groom )

their well rehearsed first dance…

these two of kara and her father dancing just make my heart melt )

jerry & charity

6/7/08 – kokomo, in

jerry and charity had their incredible, quaint wedding while sailing through the british virgin islands with a handful of their closest friends. when they returned they celebrated their new marriage along with all the people they love. several inches of rain (thanks indiana for your crazy weather…!) changed a few plans concerning their outdoor event, but after a few adjustments the night went off without a hitch. here’s to the happy couple! and here’s my favorite shots of the evening )

jerry’s aunt is putting the final touches on the wedding cake she made for the two )

turned out beautifully!

i love this set of charity with her mom and sisters )

congrats you two

justin & alisha

5/31/08 – indianapolis, in

i have truly enjoyed getting to know these two over the past year. justin and alisha had such a great wedding… beautiful ceremony in a breathtaking church, followed up with a super fun ceremony at fountain square theater, and you know i love that place…cause i’m crrrazy for anything vintage ) anyways, thank you both so much for letting me be a part of your day!! ) enjoy mexico!!!

just gorgeous )

alisha’s father left her this amazing ‘55 chevy… i was in love )

a fun spirited mother-son dance )

a lovely shot of alisha

so sweet )

zan & erin

5/17/08 – zionsville, in

zan and erin met on a spring break trip a few years back and have been inseparable since ) they tied the knot on a beautiful sunny day…despite plenty of rainy threats! i had a great time with the couple, along with their friends and family at advent lutheran in zionsville, followed by a lovely reception at the montage. congrats you two! )

zan waiting to see erin for the first time on their wedding day )

the dress was amazing…seriously!

yummy food )

dan & kara

5/3/2008 indianapolis, in

dan and kara had their lovely wedding at east 91st followed by an awesome celebration with tonsss of friends and family at the omni downtown. here’s my favorite shots of this great couple! )

so pretty )

the ring bearer’s treat for making it down the isle )

first dance )

ande & melissa

4/26/08 – indianapolis, in

ande and melissa could not have had better weather for their beautiful wedding ) they deserved it too…! it was a lovely spring day full of laughter and happiness… the way it should be right? i had the best time spending the day with these two and their friends and family. oh i love spring and the return of wedding season ) enjoy!