Saturdays are for the weddings! 💕 Headed to Champaign to spend the day at Stone Creek Golf Club with one of my sweet #ebbylcouples. Little random fact, my favorite part of a wedding day is watching the groom play with his ring after he’s officially tied the knot. Not sure what I’m talking about? Next wedding you’re at, watch the groom right after the ceremony.. I can almost guarantee you’ll see him fiddling with his hands ☺️
Thank you for reminding me I have a beautiful life. That's the text I received last night from a groom after I sent him their wedding blog. My eyes filled with tears as I thought about the meaning behind those words.⠀ .⠀ I continued on with my evening after receiving that message, but I couldn't stop thinking about it. Everyone always talks about the impact a photograph can have, but I often forget. ⠀ .⠀ From the outside, this picture contains a scene: Two attractive individuals, each with pretty attire and details to create a dreamy inspiration for others. I've already had messages pour into my inbox with comments gushing about her flowers, dress, color, etc.⠀ .⠀ But what's so much more significant about this image -- and others like it -- is the meaning for those pictured in it. Thank you for reminding me I have a beautiful life, he said.
As a little girl, nothing makes you feel quite as special as wearing a pretty dress and flower crown. 🌺 Oh, and getting to take a picture all by yourself with the bride. 👰🏼⠀ .⠀ Every single part of this past weekend's wedding was incredible. It was so colorful, full of love and one of my absolute favorites. Head over to the blog to see more! 💕#linkinprofile #ebbylweddings
He bought her ring three years prior to proposing. Yes, you read that right. It was one of those things where he saw it, he knew it was ‘the ring’ but wanted timing to be perfect. So he purchased it and moved it periodically to different locations in their home to keep her from finding it.⠀ .⠀ He waited to propose on their seventh anniversary together at The Grand Canyon. He thought ahead and made sure her nails were done, that she brought her camera along for the trip + that everything was exactly right for his plan. ⠀ .⠀ I can’t help but wonder how nervous he must have been to have that in his suitcase or carry on during their travels?! He had moved it around the house + kept it a secret so long...the possibility of her finding it before the perfect moment must have been so nerve wrecking! But it’s clear things were meant to work out because she didn’t find it + those three years of waiting resulted in the best proposal ever 😍💍#howheasked #ebbylphotography
Truth be told, I was insanely nervous for this session. Because it was my best friend who also happens to be my second shooter, I wanted these photos to be perfect. ⠀ .⠀ Despite my nerves.. these photos turned out to be everything I could ever hope for and more. I love Travis and Maddie together so much that I started crying during their session...😂 ⠀ .⠀ This is the first of probably many instagrams of them to come because I’m obsessed with their photos. But since I can’t post 30+ images right now, head on over to the blog to see more of these cuties. ❤️ #ebbylphotography
Since I took new headshots this week... I figured I'd make #thursdayintroductions a thing. So with that being said, here's 5 things on my brain this week. 😄 . 1) Being on the other side of the camera is a nerve-wracking experience. I can't stress enough how much easier it is when you're working with someone you're comfortable with. (Shout out to @alexandraleephoto). Also, a good hair day helps!💁🏼♀️ . 2) Something that's been really getting to me at weddings... dad welcome speeches. Whether they're funny or sweet, something about a dad 'giving his daughter away' just gives me all kinds of sentimental feels. 😭❤️ . 3) I think I've finally come to terms with the fact that I'm a bit of a crazy cat lady. 🐱I'm not exactly one to search out others kitties but I'm obsessed with my own. So much so that my sister claims I use working from home as a cover to send her cat snaps all day. . 4) Speaking of working from home, I'm an avid Netflix/Hulu watcher while I work. My most recent binge... The OC. 🙈 Throwback I know. For those of you who also watch while you work, suggestions for my next show?! . 5) In less than 24 hours, I'll be on my way to Florida to celebrate the bride-to-be, @kater.lindsey! 👰🏼🍹🌴I can't wait to soak up the sun, drink margaritas and laugh until my stomach hurts with all of my best friends. . So that's all for now. If any of you connect with any of my thoughts this week.. comment below! ⬇️⬇️And if not, please don't unfollow me because I admitted to being obsessed with my cats 😬
“I knew it would take a very special man to compliment all of the things I love so much about Megan. Insert Andy. I know a lot of people say this, but I really mean it, when Andy first came around, we all kind of knew he would be the one. - Emily, Megan's maid of honor.⠀ .⠀ I couldn't be more excited to share with you my favorite photos from Andy and Megan's wedding day on the blog this afternoon. Follow my #linkinprofile to see more! #ebbylweddings
The craziness of busy season has begun! 💐This weekend was jam packed with a bridal consultation, wedding, two engagements + a headshot exchange. And somehow amongst all of that I was also able to spend time and catch up with a few of my close friends in Champaign. I’m feeling so motivated + excited for this season and can’t wait to start pumping out previews 😍Stay tuned! #ebbylphotography
When I asked previous #EbbyLGrooms for wedding advice, their responses had me feeling all kinds of feels. I was laughing out loud by some of their genuine, hilarious advice but at the same time tearing up by the unexpected sweetness in others. ⠀ .⠀ I shared Brides Tell All a couple of weeks ago and today I'm sharing the counterpart, Grooms Tell All! This post was seriously so much fun to create and I know you will all enjoy it equally as much! #linkinprofile #ebbylweddings
