Wes & Kate | Royal Oak Farm Orchard Wedding

There is something so special about a Christian wedding. Most weddings are beautiful, even if they aren't necessarily Christian, but I think Christian weddings really top them all, because they understand what it's really about. It's not about making you happy, or even making each other happy (though that's part of it). It's about Christ, and mirroring His love.

I loved working with Kate and Wes! Kate and her mom let me tag along to come see the venue ahead of time prior to the wedding day, and we all prayed together about the day. When I arrived on the wedding day I was greeted with a hug from Kate's mom and felt like family! :-)

There were so many little heirloom-y things that made this wedding special. The fact that Kate wore her grandmother's opal necklace; that they cut their cake with the same knife that Kate's parents used at their wedding; that her grandfather built the beautiful arbor under which they were married. I love it when there are small things like that - they don't make a huge difference to the average person attending, but they make the day so personalized.

Wes & Kate, it was a joy and an honor to document your wedding. Many blessings to you as you begin your life together and live it for God's glory!
Many thanks to Wendy for second shooting this wedding with me! Several of these shots are hers!

Such a fun bridal party! They were up for anything!

Role reversal... :-)

Kate's parents have a photo like this from their wedding and it hung in the photographer's storefront for months. Haha!

The guests were served different kinds of pie and ice cream, served by the bridal party

They had the best first dance I think I've ever seen!

After the first dance, we slipped out to the orchard for a few more couple photos as the sun was setting. Love these!

Love this shot from Wendy!

Credits:
Venue: Royal Oak Farm Orchard
Wedding dress: Complete Bridal
Florals: Everything Floral
Catering: Crystal Lake Rib House
DJ: Sheer Vinyl

Just for fun and practice

My friend Wendy and I went out to Woodstock for a fun mini shoot/practice session... She has never shot on the square before, even though we go there often enough! She got to borrow my sister to model, and I amused myself with this little gal. Adorable and very cooperative!

Sometimes it's nice to just take a little time to practice and get creative, with absolutely no stress, no time limits, no pressure. Plus it helps to have absolutely delicious light! :-)

Don't forget about the modeling opportunity for my upcoming styled shoot!

Attention! Model Call!

Some excitement is ahead (I'm excited, anyway) and you just might get to be a part of it!

Models Needed: for a styled wedding shoot in Harvard, IL.

• Edwardian-inspired shoot in an apple orchard.

• Needed: A bride & groom (married couple would be ideal!), 1 bridesmaid & 1 groomsman.

• Must be available for several hours afternoon/evening August 13, 2013

• Compensation: You get to be a “star” for the day & will receive a photo CD with high-res images from the shoot. Gals will also get their hair and makeup done professionally for the shoot.

• Interested? Please send a photo or two of yourself, along with your height & location to kathryn(at)kathryngracephotography.com by July 31, 2013.


Please feel free to share this with anyone who may be interested! No previous modeling experience necessary!