Mike + Judy: early fall wedding at Woodend Sanctuary

Judy and Mike were breathlessly awaiting their ceremony when a deer bounded by in the middle of the bride’s procession.

Hop along, dear! I mean... deer?

This moment is really so bittersweet–the way Judy’s father bows and surrenders, giving over a person to whom he’s given so much. It’s really a terrifying and beautiful thing, isn’t it?

Such a tender moment.

A sweet kiss, and then a long line of guests make their way up the field to the cocktail hour…

Hooray married!

…while Mike and Judy have a few moments alone.

Quiet, then hilarious.

Her bridesmaids were fast workers on her long train.

Some serious dress engineering going on here.

Then it was time for the first dance, and then the DANCING!

Again, quiet moment, then HILARIOUS moment the next!

Ladies, ASSEMBLE!

Notice how she's pointing right at the one that gets beaned in the face!

As the evening passed, I grabbed their rings–which they had engraved with their wedding date–and set to work.

I love that you can see stars in the sky.

The sun had set, and all the stars shone across the sky. Congratulations, you two! Thank you for having me.

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Ceremony & Reception: Woodend Sanctuary / Catering: Festive Foods / DJ: Washington Talent Agency / Flowers: Growing Wild / Hair: Red Door Spa