Laura and Preston had the picture-perfect day for an outdoor wedding last fall.  True, it was a little chilly, but I’ll take that over heat and humidity any day!  Fort Wayne was the location chosen for their celebration as it provided the perfect meet-in-the-middle scenario for their families who traveled in.  The day began downtown in the bridal suite…details, details!

Laura is STUNNING!!!!  She is even more beautiful within.

Laura and Preston had the entire day expertly planned…which included a First Look!  Preston’s expression is perfectly Preston.  He knew Laura was approaching behind him and he was talking to me or her, I can’t remember!  I’m not sure if it was his nerves or just Preston being himself.  He is a crack up!  Best of all, Laura thinks so too :)

After pictures downtown (and a trip through the Burger King drive-thru), we picked up again at the park where the ceremony took place.

On the grounds, there is a great pavilion where the wedding party waited for the wedding to begin.  Another perfect opportunity for a few portraits of Laura in the gorgeous light!  She is pure joy!!!

The ceremony was gorgeous!  Tucked into a little corner provided by thick trees, it was a cozy affair with the added noise of leaves crunching underfoot :)  Another fun detail of the day, the Mayor of Fort Wayne performed the ceremony!

Off to the reception just a couple of blocks away.  The entire wedding party walked and lived it up while doing so!

Preston and his Grandma took a few crazy spins on the dance floor.  I see where Preston gets his fun-loving nature!

Laura and Preston, what a wonderful celebration of your love!  The day was more joyful and fun-loving than I can explain.  I hope you both have similar memories when you look back.

Thanks for the opportunity, the cheesecake and for rescuing my equipment from the trunk of the town car.  Seriously, I’m still laughing about that one.  All the best to you for a wonderful life together!!