A wedding photo collage featuring a romantic outdoor scene with floral decorations and wedding details.

I am delighted to introduce you to Mr. and Mrs. McElmury! Grace and Matt exchanged their vows at Riverside Receptions in Geneva, IL, with their beloved dog, Daisy Mae, by their side, overlooking the picturesque Fox River. I was honored to be part of their celebration!!


When I think about Grace and Matt's wedding day, it makes me smile. From the girls getting ready in the morning, sipping mimosas and giggling with joy and the excitement on Matt's face as he got ready with his twin brother, Zach, to the energetic reception that was simply electric! Grace and Matt looked so happy together, beaming joyfully and surrounded by their loved ones. It was a memorable day that will not be forgotten anytime soon.


Of all the moments that day, I have three favorites I can't wait to share them with you!


Sweet Daisy Mae

I love that Grace and Matt included their sweet Dog-ter, Daisy Mae in their wedding. She looked picture-perfect with her flower collar and pink tutu and behaved so well!! I swear she actually smiled for her family portraits! 

Mission Impossible!!

It's always exciting when we get to do the Mission Impossible-style table shots! It's the perfect way to ensure the bride and groom can get a photo with each of their guests, and it's my favorite way to bring energy to the reception. Grace and Matt did an excellent job running from table to table, posing with everyone before the song ended.

Sunset Photos

Though it rained on and off throughout the day, the clouds parted just in time for us to chase that sunset glow, and BOY, was it magical! 


Grace and Matt, I cannot thank you enough for having Jordan and me as your wedding photographer team! We had the best time getting to know your family and friends and celebrating with you two as you became one! Now get comfy as you scroll through some of my favorite images from your big day. Your sneak peek is LIVE!!

Teal wedding invitation with elegant floral design and wedding rings artfully arranged with roses.
Wedding invitation in turquoise blue with rings and colorful roses on a textured background.
Elegant silver wedding shoes with delicate veil and pink rose accents on wooden floor.
Group in bright pink dresses and floral attire posing under decorative arch at wedding celebration.
Intimate wedding preparation moment with white dress detail and floral arch decoration.
Close-up of intricate braided hairstyle and lace dress details during wedding preparations.
Professional makeup artist applying eyeshadow during wedding preparation.
A bride in a flowing white gown holds a colorful bouquet in front of a stone building with red-trimmed windows.
A vibrant bridal bouquet with roses, sunflowers and blue delphinium against a white wedding dress.
Close-up view of hands tying formal black dress shoes with brick pavement background.
Adjusting a black bow tie on formal attire with white dress shirt.
Hands holding wedding rings during formal ceremony preparation.
Hands adjusting silver cufflinks on formal gray suit sleeve.
Two groomsmen in matching gray suits and bowties standing on brick patio.
A groom in a grey suit and bowtie poses on a wooden chair against a brick wall.
Wedding portrait in rustic venue featuring formal attire and bright floral boutonniere.
Elegant wedding gown with long train showcased in rustic venue with exposed brick and wood beams.
First look wedding moment in rustic brick venue with natural window light.
Wedding couple dancing in a rustic venue with stone walls and windows.
A black and white wedding photo showing a beautiful lace gown with a long train in a brick-walled room.
Wedding party in grey suits and bright pink dresses poses against stone building.
Wedding party in pink dresses and gray suits posing outdoors by stone building.
Wedding party celebrates on brick patio with raised bouquets and joyful expressions.
Wedding party cheers with raised bouquets as couple shares romantic moment.
Wedding party poses outdoors in vibrant pink dresses holding colorful bouquets.
Bridesmaids in bright pink dresses holding colorful bouquets with bride.
Three groomsmen in matching grey suits stand together on a brick patio.
Three groomsmen in matching gray suits and bowties standing against leafy backdrop.
Groomsmen in formal attire with vests and bowties smiling outdoors.
Formal portrait of a groom in grey suit with bow tie and pink boutonniere.
An elegant wedding ceremony space with flower-adorned arch and dark wooden chairs overlooking waterfront views.
Vibrant floral arch arrangement with sunflowers, roses, and eucalyptus leaves creating a colorful wedding display.
Black and white photo of a cellist playing a classical instrument with focused concentration.
Sunflower and rose bouquet tied to a gold chiavari chair for wedding ceremony decor.
Elegant wedding portrait with grey suit and colorful bridal bouquet.
A groomsman in a black tuxedo with a pink and coral boutonniere stands in front of floral arrangements.
Wedding ceremony moment captured in black and white with guests looking on.
Wedding ceremony under a floral arch with colorful sunflower and rose display.
Cream-colored doodle dog wearing a floral collar laying on brick pavement at wedding.
A wedding ceremony takes place in front of a decorated arch with floral arrangements and waterfront views.
Wedding ceremony moment under floral arch with sunflowers and roses.
Wedding dog collar with 'I DO TOO' tag and floral decorations on brick surface.
Couple in wedding attire posing with their doodle dog on brick pathway by stone building.
A romantic garden wedding moment with newlyweds embracing beside colorful flowers on a stone patio.
Couple in formal wedding attire standing on brick pathway by stone building with red trim.
A newlywed couple shares an intimate moment under a flowing veil outside a brick building.
A tender moment between newlyweds as they touch foreheads beneath a white veil.
Black and white close-up of hands with wedding rings in an intimate moment.
A wedding couple poses outside a historic building with beautiful landscaping and brick pathways.
Wedding reception table with teal runners, yellow napkins and floral centerpieces.
An elegant wedding reception table set with turquoise accents and gold chargers.
A classic white wedding cake displayed on a pink tablecloth in a bright reception venue.
An elegant head table setup with white linens, turquoise accents and floral arrangements.
Elegant table setting with teal runner, yellow napkin, and colorful floral centerpiece.
Wedding table decor featuring roses, eucalyptus, and water glasses on teal fabric.
A couple cuts their wedding cake together at their reception.
A reception scene with wedding party members at the head table during speeches.
Wedding party members in pink dresses share laughter during toasts at a reception venue with scenic windows.
Wedding party members smile and laugh during reception speeches at an elegant venue with floral centerpieces.
Champagne glasses clink during a wedding toast celebration with colorful floral decorations.
A speaker in a grey suit delivers a wedding speech while holding a microphone in an elegant venue.
A gentleman in formal attire gives a toast while holding a champagne glass at an indoor venue.
A couple walks together on a scenic outdoor path surrounded by greenery on their wedding day.
A romantic moment captured between newlyweds on a brick pathway with lush trees in the background.
A tender moment between newlyweds under trees during outdoor wedding photography.
A bride twirls her white wedding dress on a pathway with trees and railing in the background.
A joyful bride spins her dress while her partner watches on a sunlit outdoor pathway.
A romantic wedding moment captured outdoors with lush greenery as newlyweds share an intimate moment by a metal railing.
A tender wedding dance in a bright venue with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a scenic view.
A black and white photo capturing a joyful dancing moment between newlyweds in an elegant venue.
A playful moment during a wedding dance as the bride twirls in her flowing white gown.
Newlyweds share a romantic dance in a bright venue with large windows overlooking a scenic landscape.
A couple dances in formal attire against floor-to-ceiling windows with natural light streaming in.
A joyful dancing moment at a wedding reception in a bright venue with panoramic windows.
Wedding reception dance floor with couples dancing and celebrating.
Wedding guests dancing and celebrating on a wooden dance floor with large windows.
Wedding celebration with blue balloons and guests clapping during reception.
Joyful wedding celebration with blue balloons and guests clapping at reception.
An emotional black and white photograph capturing an embrace during a wedding celebration.
Wedding reception guests gathered around an elegantly decorated round table in a banquet hall.
Wedding guests dancing on wooden dance floor at evening reception.
Wedding reception attendees mingling and dancing on a wooden dance floor.
Dancing scene at a wedding reception with guests on the dance floor.
Energetic dancing at a wedding reception on a wooden floor near large windows.
Wedding party group photo with celebratory poses in front of stone wall.
Wedding couple sharing a kiss under a floral arch with pink and blue blooms.
Wedding group photo in front of a stone wall backdrop with floral arch.

Grace & Matt, THANK YOU for choosing me as your wedding photographer!!! I am so honored and I realize you could have chosen anyone!! I hope you can relax and enjoy this newlywed season together! You deserve it!!! 

Ceremony & Reception | Riverside Receptions

Catering | Riverside Receptions

Florist | Town & Country Gardens

Ceremony Musicians | Kevin Brown Guitar

Hair & Makeup | MADEYABLUSH Bridal

Bridal Gown | Brides By Young

Bridesmaids Dresses | Kennedy Blue

Groom & Groomsmen Attire | Menswarehouse

Videographer | RN Films

DJ & Entertainment | Fun Fun Fun DJs

Cake | Mad Batter Bakery

Invitations & Stationary | Zola

View their Engagement Session HERE!


THANKS FOR READING!


Decorative text design reading XOXO in soft blue tones.