Kentucky Wedding Photographers / Snowy Engagement Session

I actually came to know Emily when her and her best friend (also one of my past brides) Montana, got their BFF photos done by me back in 2015, maybe?? I am so happy they trusted me then and stuck with me after all of these years. I think I might even attach a few of those at the end of this blog so you guys can see! The next time I got to hangout with Emily, was during Montanas wedding! I also got to meet Andrew very briefly. I remember seeing them together on the dance floor and how in love they were.

I’m all about getting to know my couples so I was thrilled when I got to ride around with Emily and Andrew from location to location. I even got to peep Emily’s wedding dress!!!!! IT WAS STUNNING, JUST WAIT UNTIL YOU GUYS SEE IT! When I first started talking to Emily about her engagement session, maybe a few weeks ago, she said, “I really want snow” so I said, “let’s cross our fingers for it!.” This morning, I woke up and the ground was covered. I immediately messaged Emily to see if they were available and WOOHOO we made it work! I am so happy we did because it was GORGEOUS. The trees were frosted with snow, the ground was covered. IT WAS A SNOWGLOBE DREAM and I’m so happy I got to spend it with these two.

and…. a few from 2015!!!! I’m thinking I need to bring back the fake sun flares LOL

Kentucky Wedding Photographers / A surprise proposal

Allyson + Jacob

It was a gorgeous day on December 21st, 2019. I drove out to the special spot that Jacob’s late grandmother had shown him. A quiet peaceful nature preserve where she spent a lot of her time. There were roses spread on the deck, and photos from Allyson and Jacobs past hanging by ribbon. It was so romantic. Not to long after I arrived, along came Allyson’s family, as well as Jacobs and one very special guest; Allyson’s best friend from college that she hadn’t seen in about two years. They hid in the trees until Allyson and Jacob pulled up. I greeted them and the first words out of Allyson’s mouth was “this is weird” and I knew then she knew something was up. He led her to the deck, they looked at the photos together, and Jacob then got down on one knee.

SHE SAID YES!

Immediately there was a sigh of relief across Jacob’s face, he was SO nervous. Their friends and family came out and gave them both big hugs. There were few dry eyes and so many smiles. Jacob and Allyson have been together since high school; maybe even middle school. I had the pleasure of knowing them both throughout school and I am so happy they have decided to spend forever together. Congrats you two!!!

Kentucky Wedding Photographer Engagement Session at Family Farm / Lindsey + Colton

Talk about a gorgeous day! It was a breezy 69 degrees and the sun was in the sky all day. We hopped in Lindsey’s fathers truck and drove to the top of the hill in their back field. The clouds in the sky stretched for miles. I loved Lindsey and Colton’s style choices. Their colors coordinated SO well along with the pops of texture from Lindsey’s scarves. Not to mention the gorgeous lighting we were blessed with the entire evening.

One thing I love about Lindsey and Colton is that they are set on making their wedding planning experience as less stress as possible for everyone involved. They want their wedding day to be about them, and less about all the extra stuff. On their first date, they visited the ANIMAL SHELTER and walked the dogs followed by Taco Bell. HOW STINKING CUTE!! Their families are most important to them and I am so excited to witness and document them getting married surrounded by all of the people they love.

Thank you Colton and Lindsey, for being so sweet and open to anything! Also for showing me around your neighborhood, your home is beautiful! :) I cannot WAIT for June 1st, 2019.

Engagement Session at Michler’s Florist Lexington Kentucky / Kentucky Wedding Photographers / Amelia + Ethan

We had been dreaming of snow for their engagement session for months. I even scheduled it two days after my birthday because it ALWAYS snows on my birthday, it never fails! Well, we did wake up with a little dusting of snow but it was for the most part, completely melted. We started at the Henry Clay Estate and hoped to be in the garden but also as it turns out, the garden is closed in January so we made due with the rest of the gorgeous property… I’m not complaining :) We then visited the most amazing greenhouse in all of Kentucky, Michler’s Florist in Lexington. If you haven’t been there and your in the market for some unique green things.. you have to visit! It’s an experience. I picked up a Parlor Palm and it’s sitting beside me as we speak. I LOVE IT!

Amelia and Ethan were worried about feeling awko taco in their photos but I promised them it wouldn’t be like that and I knew instantly when we started that their chemistry and connection with one another would make my job easy peezy lemon squeezy! They are adorable together! They went to school with each other since 6th grade but didn’t realize there was something there until college. I cannot wait to photograph their wedding in the summer!

Amelia and Ethan, thanks for making my greenhouse dreams come true. Thanks for having the best sense of style. Thanks for loving each other the way that you do.

-Taylor

Engagement at The Vintage Barn Midway Kentucky / River and Cody / Kentucky Wedding Photographer

Ooooo, I believe we had picked the coldest day of the year for River and Cody’s engagement session. It was a whopping 18 degrees, but I was not even worried because of all of the gorgeous snow on the ground. I have been waiting all winter for a little snow and we finally got it! :) We did their engagement session at the place they will get married in early May. The Vintage Barn at Merefield is an up and coming venue in the gorgeous little historic town of Midway, Kentucky. The barn is absolutely gorgeous and has so many little nooks decorated with the most gorgeous antique furniture. Not to mention the beautiful land it stands on. I also was able to meet the owner while we were there and she is a SWEETHEART… I feel she would do any and everything to make your wedding day a dream.

Cody and River are magnetic! I could feel their attraction towards each other just by being in their presence. Since it was so cold, we hopped in their jeep for about 10 minutes every 10 minutes for a warm-up break. That was such a smart idea, because it saved us from red noses and frostbit fingers. It also helped me learn a little more about the two of them. For example, Cody proposed to River with McCHICKENS! That’s right, River loves McChickens so much that Cody knew he had to propose with them. I love how River giggles after things Cody says too. It’s a little sneak peak into seeing how happy they make each other with their silly personalities. I also learned that they are in the process of buying a house and River just started her wedding planning business! So my brides and future brides, make sure to check out River’s website to see if she’s a fit for you! :) https://riverrobinsonweddings.com

Cody & River, I absolutely cannot WAIT for your wedding day! You two are amazing, so fun and I can’t wait to see what a beautiful bride you will be, River! :)