Get ready for an adorable wedding, with a way smiley bride and a super handsome groom. Remember Mel + Shad from their engagement session? I won’t retell the whole story, but I’ve known Mel for a very long time, so this wedding was extremely important to me. And it did not disappoint. What better way to spend your day than to be surrounded by a gaggle of truly happy people who bring sunshine to your life? I can’t think of one! But I’m going to stop typing and start getting to the photos. Ready?
Hey, I know, let’s start off with a photo of one seriously smiley bride. HI, MELLIE! :D
I wasn’t kidding about the smiling. :D
Oh how I love ring shots. Always a favorite activity of mine on wedding days. :)
Mel, you’re beautiful.
To the church! Mel + Shad’s ceremony was held in the renovated Old St. Mary’s Chapel in Rocklin. It was perfect and adorable!
Their officiant was quite a character. :D
Love this photo my totally fabulous second shooter, Nicole, grabbed of this genuinely happy groom. Oh, and see the hat? ;)
MARRIED! :D
I posted this one as a sneak peek on facebook. I love when the bride and groom recess down the aisle—such genuine happiness. :D
The difficulties of wearing a veil on a windy day! :D
So many faces I love in one photo! :D
I am not exaggering when I say this was a seriously fun bridal party. Not to mention darned good looking. :)
Then we jetted off for a super quick portrait session with just the two of them.
Mel + Shad, seriously. I love how you love each other. Favorite on the left.
Hey hey, public restroom! Don’t misinterpret this, but I feel like taking beautiful photos near ourdoor toilets is a life mission for me. These are both favorites, but the one on the right with that perfect gust of wind? Love it.
Je t’aime, Mademoiselle Mellie.
Mel + Shad didn’t have a traditional reception, but they did opt for a cake cutting. I present the following photo as evidence that it went very well. This is SO them. :D
Thank you, sweet things, for inviting me to photograph your wedding day. It was a pleasure, an honor and a joy to witness. Plus, it was a treat to spend time around so many wonderful people I adore. Guys, your love simply radiates from you and I cannot wait to see what your future holds. I hope you love these photos as much as I do—even if you love them a fraction as much, we’re in business. Gros bisous, mes chères. Vous me manquez déjà!
by Molly
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