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The first weekend this month I had the opportunity to work with Kellie Penn again. The  Lanham wedding was my first wedding to have the ceremony and reception all at the same place – Bloomington Conference Center.  If I had my wedding to do over again I would first move it to a beach and then have my location cover both the reception and ceremony.  Brilliant idea Brad and Tanisha!   This was a fun wedding party to work with.  Thanks for allow Kellie and I to capture your wedding day.  Congrats Mr. and Mrs. Lanham!

To see a full write up on the wedding go check out Kellie’s post on the wedding.

I had the opportunity in September to second shoot the Misner Wedding with Kellie Penn of Across the Miles Photography.  This was a neat outside wedding and the best weather we had all wedding season.  To see a full write up on the wedding go check out Kellie’s post on the wedding.  Here are a few of the shots I helped capture for Jimmy and Karalee.  Congrats guys!

Chad and Emily tied the knot last month (July) in Mt. Pulaski, IL.  This little town had some great character including a town square with a court house that Abe Lincoln practiced law in.  How cool is that?  I had so much photographing Chad and the rest of guys all around the square.     We also stopped in downtown Springfield, IL, on our way to the reception, to take photographs at the old state court house and train station.  Emily’s portrait below was taken on the steps of the court house.  Great idea if you you are in the Springfield area.   This wedding was incredibly well planned and all the details were thought out.  To read more about the details visit  Across the Miles Photography’s website – click here.  Here are a few of the photos from the day.  Enjoy!

Over the 4th of July weekend I headed to Decatur, IL to second shoot for Across The Mile Photography.  Joe and Sarah got married in such a beautiful church.  This was a special day all around… it was Sarah’s parent’s wedding anniversary, Joe’s birthday and their wedding day all wrapped up in one great day.  Before the wedding I took all the guys to some alleys in downtown Decatur to get some very unique urban shoots.  After the wedding we did some more on location wedding shoots and ending the night at a very fun reception.  Here’s a sneak peak of their day…

If you would like to see more photos of the day check out Kellie’s blog – click here.  Joe and Sarah thank for allowing Kellie and I to be apart of you day!

A couple Saturdays ago, I had the opportunity to kick off the wedding season and work with Kellie Penn of Across The Mile Photography.  Brandon and Denise made the first wedding a blast!  This couple is such a great couple and takes marriage very seriously.  The honored the couple at their reception that had been married the longest.  Forty three years was the winner.  Brandon and Denise thank you for reminding us how important marriage is and how serious we should take our marriages!

Denise and Brandon thanks for allowing Kellie and I to be apart of you special day!  Congratulations!

To view more photos of this great day take a look at Kellie’s blog – click here.

Two weeks ago marked the end of the wedding season for Kelli Penn, Across the Miles Photography, and I.   We had the opportunity to shoot Andy and Bailey’s wedding in Effingham, IL.  This was the perfect day for a wedding the fall weather could not have been any nicer.  There was a lite breeze and plenty of sun and autumn colors on the trees.  Bailey did a great job planning the details of this wedding and the reception was a lot fun.  Here is a glimpse of the day…

Two Saturdays ago I shoot Andrea and Chris’ wedding with Kelli Penn.  This wedding was one of the most simplistic but beautiful weddings we have shot.  For starters the wedding colors where absolutely beautiful and throw great color into the mix with a very old church you get elegant.   The church, College Avenue Presbyterian Church, is 172 years old and a church that I have admired since I was a boy.  I have always wanted to shoot at this church because of the unique architecture features of this building.  Take a look at the beauty of the day and enjoy!

To view other photos from the day visit Kellie’s blog.

Two weeks ago I teamed up with Across the Mile Photography to shoot the Simpson wedding in Decatur.  This wedding had a traditional wedding flair with a big party afterward.  The reception was held at the Beach House on lake Decatur.  This reception site is my favorite sites in Decatur.  Amber and Josh had some great appetizers and dessert at their reception.  The wedding cake was probably the prettiest cake I have ever photographed.  The candy table was a sweet extra touch to the celebration.

Amber and Josh thank you for allowing Kellie and I to be apart of your special day!  Here’s a snapshot of the day.

Two weekends ago I had the opportunity to shoot with  Kellie Penn (Across the Miles Photography), Blake & Rachelle’s wedding.  It was a beautiful summer day, actually not a very usual July summer day.  They were blessed to have a cool and sunny day with a touch of cloud cover, aka – great photography conditions.   Glad Tidings Assembly of God Church is one of the most unique churches I have ever been in.  The colors, layout, and design of the building were very cool and yet functional.  It reminded me of Willow Creek Church in Chicago, IL.   Enough about the place, what about the couple… The couple chose to see each before the service.  That is always a special moment for the couple and I have to say it’s pretty amazing to witness as a photographer.  Blake and Rachelle exchanged gifts before the wedding and Blake, you’re the man.  Blake gave Rachelle some incredible rings and a necklace to complement her ring, however he didn’t stop there! Blake also purchased a beautiful tennis bracelet for Rachelle.  Kudos my friend.  I thought the service was so personal and not a “message in a can” service because Rachelle’s brother married them and did a great job officiating the service.   This was one special wedding!  Thanks guys for allowing Kellie and I help you capture your special day!  Here is a sneak peek of the day:

The Ceremony:

The Reception:

To see more photos from the big day check out Kellie’s blog!