Carrin + Logan | Married at The Reata

Welcome to the last wedding of my 2013 season, guys! And it’s a good one. It currently holds the title for most cowboy boots and hats worn by guests. And also for one of the most hopping dance floors. And also for some of the most beautiful fall light. But I’m going to quit my yammering, because Carrin + Logan have been patiently awaiting these images and I’m not going to make them hold their breaths for even one more second. Ready? :D

I have one word to describe Carrin: ADORABLE. Okay, I have two more words: WAY HAPPY. Look:

Carrin’s hair and makeup team did an awesome job.

Meanwhile, my outstanding second shooter, Nissa, was over at the hotel with the menfolk.

I’m confident in saying this group is more comfortable in cowboy boots than vests and ties, but they wore both quite well. Allow me to offer up my proof:

Oh, meet Logan’s twin: Hi, Walt! :D  In hindsight I see that their hair is quite different in length, but let’s just say I was glad they were wearing different colored ties. And even so, I had to do a number of double takes throughout the night. (They were watching a fellow groomsman trying to sew a button back on, by the way).

Hey, cutie ladies. I had to get a photo of the girls in their monogrammed robes. (That’s Walt’s brand new wife on the left!)

Loved this shot Nissa grabbed. Find the polka dots and you’ve found me! ;)

I won’t tell you all of my secrets, but guys, I’m way funny—these ladies agree! (Fine, okay, I’ll tell you my secret: I act like a complete and total idiot while shooting. Anything for a genuine smile!)

Carrin + Logan were hesitant to do a first look, but because of the end of Daylight Saving Time and their ceremony starting ten minutes before sunset, ultimately it was the best choice. We were able to get some beautiful natural-light portraits of the two of them, plus finish all of their family and bridal party photos before the guests even began to arrive. And I’m going to just put this out there: Their first look was downright perfect. See?

Logan was not disappointed to see his bride ahead of time:


Image on the right: Total favorite.

I don’t normally blog family portraits, but I have to include this photo because Momma Christina deserves major high fives. Carrin is a veterinarian who works three jobs, so her sweet mother took on most of the planning—she even found me! Your hard work did not go unnoticed! Plus, how beautiful was her dress?

Waiting to walk down the aisle!

:)

Cowboy boots and hats everywhere you looked!

You guys know how much I like giggles, right? Well this ceremony was full of them!

The face of a happy man.

That’s Carrin’s stepdad, Bob, officiating, by the way. MARRIED! :D

I realize there are cars in the background of this photo, but I don’t give one little hoot about it. This was one of maybe 10 seconds these two had alone after the ceremony ended and they’re basking in that “Oh! We’re married!” feeling. Favorite. :)

By the way! Carrin’s ring was a total surprise. Logan had the diamond reset before the wedding and the first time she saw it was when he put it on her finger. She said he chose well!

Ending this post with another favorite. I love this because I know that the two of them were singing to and giggling with each other during their entire dance. Love is a wonderful thing, yeah?

Carrin + Logan, thank you, thank you, thank you for inviting me to be a part of your day. It was a rollicking party that I will not soon forget. I hope you are as in love with these photos as I am proud to give them to you (Lots. Lots, lots, lots!) I see nothing but great things for your futures, and I cannot wait to see where life takes you. P.S. Please feel free to text me cute animal photos forever and ever. :) xo, M

Venue | The Reata
Hair + Makeup | Ma Belle Hair Salon
Florist | Petal Pushers
DJ | Martinez DJ Service

 

 

December 17, 2013 - 7:57 pm

michele molly!!!! these are gorgeous! that bride is freakin’ perfect. dang. oh, and side note, when i saw the men’s boot photo i started hummin’ “i’m chillin’ on a dirt road…” haha.
awesome job!

December 17, 2013 - 7:58 pm

Laura Lovely photos!!! Carrin is *so* beautiful, and all of their portraits before the ceremony are simply gorgeous! Good call on having that first look ;-)

December 17, 2013 - 8:07 pm

Kate Firstly…those bridesmaid dresses!!!! OMG LOVE! Secondly…the light during those portraits is so so incredible! You did an incredible job on this one!

December 18, 2013 - 1:04 am

Nicki WOW, everything about this wedding is STUNNING!!! The couple, her dress, bridesmaids dresses, the flowers, ceremony, the venue, the new ring, just everything! Love the black and white photo of them coming back down the aisle. The first dance photos are all sorts of amazing, the lighting is perfection! You totally rocked this wedding! Awesome awesome job!!

December 18, 2013 - 4:30 am

Maggie Beautiful capture of this day! Stunning couple. I love them all!! Awesome job :)

December 18, 2013 - 5:22 am

Ben Elsass Molly these are striking. The light during the portraits as others have said is wonderful. And that last first dance photo is amazing! Well done as always!

December 18, 2013 - 6:28 am

Meggie D MOLLY!!!!!!!!! I love, love, love, love, LOVE reading your blog. Serious. You have such a gift. That second First Look photo? TEARS!!! Such a beautiful job. Congrats on a stunning 2013 season. Can’t wait to see what 2014 brings you. Job well done friend!

December 18, 2013 - 6:30 am

Meggie D Waaaaaaaait!!! I totes forgot. That BRIDE!!! She’s gorg!!! And her dress!! Love. And the photo of here and her mama? Love it. K, I’m done. Buh bye.

December 18, 2013 - 9:29 am

JennyBZ holy gorgeous images. i love love love their first look! i’m in love w those bridesmaids dresses! and what a GORGEOUS bride! i love every single image! wonderful job my friend!!

December 18, 2013 - 11:31 am

shannon Carrin…what a STUNNING bride you are!!! wow!! i have so many favorites. i love how you can see how much her girls love her, i love the shot of her with her dad, the gorgeous couple, the bridesmaids dress…so much to love!

December 18, 2013 - 4:44 pm

Tsone Molly!! Carrie & Logan love these :-) You totally rocked your lighting at the reception (it’s no easy feat)! You must be proud.. Great work!!!

December 19, 2013 - 9:33 am

Bobbi TWINS?! I’m OBSESSSSSED WITH TWINS! Wait… have I said too much? Creepy McCreeperson here… phew! Okay… anyway… back to the images. HOLY HOT BRIDE BATMAN! She got it from her momma… :) And PS. Molly… your reception lighting is spot on… MONEY!

December 19, 2013 - 10:03 am

Destinee Wow! These are fantastic! Beautiful job capturing their story. Love all the emotion! Beautiful!

December 21, 2013 - 12:17 pm

Sally What a wedding! The bride and groom are just gorgeous together. I think your favorite is mine too, but I love so many others as well. Beautiful done, Molly!

December 22, 2013 - 3:18 am

Betsy King Wow! What a gorgeous bride! That make up shot is STUNNING! The light in the shot where they are walking and her looking up at him? FAVORITE. Gorgeous wedding!

December 22, 2013 - 6:25 am

Geri Blust Whoa! These images. These images are stunning!!! What a GORGEOUS couple and gorgeous images, I love them all! And I really love the one with her momma!!

March 17, 2014 - 11:53 am

Caleb Awesome pictures of your ceremony, reception and pre-wedding ceremonies. Thank you for sharing.

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