Melissa and Brian

June 20th started out to be a stormy day-a huge thunderstorm went through the area about an hour before wedding photos were to start. Happily though, Melissa and Brian were treated to blue skies and no rain for their wedding.


The wedding was held at Fulton Valley Farms "Boot Scootin' Barn" north of Augusta. Ron Reves was the DJ, the flowers were from Dillon's Floral Department, and the delicious cake was made by Jeanine Markley. Melissa's gown was purchased at David's Bridal. Brian's brother, Levi, officiated and made the ceremony very warm and personal for the bride and groom.

Even though the grounds were still wet from the rain showers, everyone cooperated to get some fun photos out on the grass beside the silo. Melissa and Brian had a great time celebrating their wedding. Congratulations and best wishes to you both!

Monica & Matt

On June 19th Monica and Matt had an enchanted wedding and reception at Eberly Farm in Wichita. Flowers and arrangements from Stem's provided an elegant floral backdrop for the evening. Cameo Cakes created a beautiful and delicious wedding cake, and All World DJ provided the reception entertainment. Monica's bridal gown was purchased at David's Bridal, and the wedding coordinator for the evening was Linda, the bride's aunt.

Matt designed and made a wrought iron garden bench with their initial in the center. It was the focal point for their ceremony, held in the pavilion at Eberly Farm. What a memorable keepsake from their wedding!

My favorite part of the day was during the reception, when the sun was just starting to set. The newlyweds agreed to take a few minutes away from their guests for some special photos of just the two of them. We went north of the pavilion to a lovely location with a curving path and trees. Just after we began taking portraits there, the sun shone through the trees with a magnificent warm glow. WOW! Gorgeous bride, handsome groom and perfect lighting all came together for some breath-taking portraits.

Monica and Matt have been dating for about 14 years. Their reception included a poignant slideshow, with photos beginning with the weddings of each of their parents, and continuing through their growing up years, dating, courtship and engagement. In my almost 20 years of photographing weddings, I don't know when I have seen a more perfectly matched couple. You hear the saying, "they were made for each other", but in this case, it is absolutely true! Congratulations, Monica and Matt!

Sarah's review of my photography

(Sarah and William were married in Newton on Mother's Day. Following is the vendor review Sarah posted on their wedding website. Thank you for the kind words, Sarah!)

I wish I could say that the photos speak for themselves, but they simply can not say enough. Her hard work and determination throughout the wedding day go far beyond the wonderful wedding photography she presented us with. Edye was only hired for two hours but she stayed far longer than that due to the chaos that ensued all day. After the wedding, I would be lying if I said I didn't have a sort of "buyer's regret" with my wedding day. My perfect dream wedding had not gone as planned and I was disappointed. However, the photos have given me perspective and a sense of humor - the photos certainly capture the best parts of the day and are absolutely beautiful. She wrote ALL my requests down and she followed through on every single one. I, personally, am always disappointed with pictures of myself. However, Edye did a great job finding moments when my beauty matched the happiness in my heart. She gave me the best wedding gift any newly-wed could ever ask for - wonderful and beautiful wedding photography. Finally, I have heard horror stories of couples who have never received their wedding pictures or that it took the photographer months to give them back. Eyde was a miracle worker - we had the CD of edited photos in our hands just over two weeks after our event. I recommend Edye whole-heartedly.

First birthday portrait

I have photographed Cristinette's family at least once a year for the past 19 years. WOW! Needless to say, they are not only clients, but friends.

Yesterday I had the fun of photographing Yianni, the youngest, for his first birthday portrait. He was photographed with his sisters, his brothers, parents and grandparents.

The photo was taken in front of his grandparents' home. Yianni has his sister's hat, and is sitting on a keepsake blanket. Each of those personal touches will make this portrait even more special when he looks back at it years from now.

Thank you, Cristinette and Bob-it continues to be an honor and privilege to photograph your wonderful family!

Crystal and Steve

Nativity Pines Christmas Tree Farm was the beautiful location for the wedding ceremony of Crystal and Steve. They were surrounded by family and friends for their June 12 wedding. Crystal's son, Brice, escorted his mom to the altar. When the minister asked, "Who gives this woman to be married to this man?" Brice answered, "My sisters and I do". There was an audible "Awww" from the guests and everyone smiled at his answer.

Their wedding day went very smoothly. Tinley of Jubilations was the wedding planner and coordinator, Ray's Party Rental provided the table linens, Dean's Designs was the florist, Cameo Cakes provided the cake and cupcakes, and Accent Mobile DJ Services provided the entertainment for the reception. Hog Wild Pit BBQ served the delicious dinner, and Annie of Nativity Pines kept the entire facility running and the margarita machine full for all the adult guests to enjoy. The children enjoyed filling gift bags with candy from the "candy bar", and everyone had to sample the chocolate fountain treats.

There were many special touches-tubes of bubbles with Crystal and Steve's name imprinted, candy bags with their names on them, and even the silk petals that decorated the tables had their names and wedding date printed on each one. During the reception, when their bouquets decorated the head table, the bride and her attendants wore distinctive wrist bouquet accents.

A poignant moment during the ceremony was when Crystal's son and two daughters, Steve's daughter, the bride, groom and minister each poured colored sand into a beautiful container for a memorial of their wedding day. Crystal and Steve seem made for one another-and their four children round out their new family perfectly. Congratulations to the Kintner family!

July 11th wedding

Congratulations to Kristi and Geoff, who are getting married on 7/11 at Harvest Community Church in west Wichita. Their reception will be at nearby Hawthorne Suites.

Kristi's gown was purchased at Reni's Bridal Salon in Wichita. Geoff's tux will be from Accent Bridal and Tux. FX Motion from Salina will provide the DJ entertainment at the reception, and Ray's Country Catering from Colwich will be providing the reception dinner.

Geoff and Kristi met a little over three years ago through mutual friends. They are a very organized, laid back couple, and I can't wait to photograph their wedding. Congratulations to you both!

Tara and Rob

The Chapel at Central Christian Church in northeast Wichita was the location for the May 30th wedding of Tara and Rob. The Chapel was filled to capacity with 250 guests.

Tinley and her staff at Jubilations Wedding and Event Planning, did a great job making sure that every detail was taken care of. Barb, the wedding coordinator at Central Christian kept everyone organized and on schedule. Moore Flowers provided the beautiful floral bouquets and other floral accents and decorations.

Following the ceremony, the newlyweds were showered with rose petals by their guests when they left the chapel. After a quick ride in a red mustang convertible to the reception at Tallgrass Country Club, the wedding party provided a memorable entrance as they were introduced at the reception. Accent Mobile provided the entertainment while guests visited and enjoyed a delicious dinner at Tallgrass.

We had a few minutes to get out on the golf course for some fun outdoor photos of the bride and groom before they headed back inside to continue the celebration. After Rob and Tara shared a dance as husband and wife, Tara and her dad wowed friends and family with an elegant, well choreographed father-daugher dance. Next up was a rowdy bouquet toss, and then Tara's Delta Gamma sorority sisters serenaded the newlyweds.

Rob and Tara met at Trinity High School, and to quote her dad, "...have been engaged for about seven years". Congratulations, Tara and Rob!