Katie + Jonathan

When Mary Beth told me that her sister was engaged and wanted Ken and me to photograph her wedding in Bloomington/Normal, Illinois, I was so honored.  I absolutely adore their family and knew this wedding would be just as much fun as Mary Beth and John's wedding a couple years ago.

When Ken and I arrived to St. Patrick's of Merna, the girls were just about ready to go and only had to put on a few finishing touches.  Katie, you are stunning!

I walked in on them making a music video.  Here they are checking it out.  So fun!

Peeking at the guests, of course!

I love this photo of Katie walking down the aisle with her dad.

The ceremony was beautiful.

After the ceremony, we headed to Lakeside Country Club, where Katie and Jonathan are members, for some photos.

I adore everything about this series.

Casey's Garden Shop provided the gorgeous flowers.

        

Just a few shots of the details.

Before the reception, we took the party bus -- Midstate Limo --  to Upton Normal for some more urban looking photos.  The golden hour was setting in and the light was getting a little softer, so I was really excited to shoot there!   

What's better than portraits of a bride and groom on the streets of a quaint college town?!

Love.

Handsome groom. 

I thought this wall that Katie found was so fun!

Definitely another favorite.

Siblings!

The Marriott in Uptown Normal did a fabulous job with the reception!  Memories Productions provided the DJ services and the lovely purple uplighting that really transformed the room.  Carol Jones of Carol's Creations make the gorgeous cake.

Every bride and groom should have uplighting!  It really does transform a room!!!

First dance as husband and wife.  Love.

Katie and Jonathan, thank you so much for inviting us to be part of your wedding!  We had so much fun visiting your old stomping grounds.  We wish you a lifetime of love and happiness!!!