Amber and Drew

I had the pleasure of photographing Amber and Drew’s beautiful fall wedding. I have shot at the Oaks at Salem before, but never before did I get the opportunity to go “off-roading” in the little bit of wilderness the venue has at the edge of its property. But I really lucked out with these two, because they were up to anything. Not only that, they really “bought in” to the experience. What I mean is that they chose to trust me, my process, and immerse themselves in each other and the experience of the day.

I had photographed Amber a couple weeks before for her bridal portraits, and already she placed such a sense of trust in me that really encouraged me to push myself and them to some creative limits. Both Drew and Amber had the best attitudes the whole day. Nothing discouraged them and that wasn’t because their wedding was perfect and without hiccups. Simply, they decided that it was going to be an incredible day full of pure joy. Even when I had them walk through weeds and thorny grass, they were all smiles and the elements or fear of a little grass on the dress never distracted them from the focus they had on each eachother. Their gracious demeanors and absolute and total love and affection for the other made capturing beautiful moments of the day too easy. I truly wish you two the best.

Vendors:

Venue - The Oaks at Salem, Apex, NC
Hair & Makeup - Brie Nichols
Dress - New York Bride & Groom of Raleigh
Caterer - Catering by Design
DJ - All Events DJs
Florist - The Flower Girl
Cake Artist - Buzzy Bakes
Stationary - Zazzle
Grooms Suit - Men's Wearhouse
Rentals - CE Rentals