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Verlee and Doug | Simple and Sweet

I first met these two back in March on a cold rainy/snowy day which resulted in one of my favorite engagement sessions to date! Well, the weather on their wedding day was the exact opposite but it was just as beautiful…It was sunny and hot, and somehow everyone managed to look perfect all day!

The whole wedding day was so full of love…I love weddings like that — where the joy just seems to be contagious! Their friends and family traveled from great distances to be a part of their special day and it was so evident that everyone was excited that they were finally getting married!…Doug is a fun loving guy with a big heart and Verlee made the most gorgeous bride (wait till you see these portraits of her!!) and is so genuine. I love how they seem to bring out the best sides of each other’s personalities and it was such a huge honor to watch as they tied the knot…Tears were flowing as Verlee walked down the aisle and it was such a heartfelt ceremony as these two families became one…

Verlee and Doug, thank you for allowing me to be a part of your special day! I hope you enjoy my favorites!!

BRIDEface Richmond did an incredible job with her hair and makeup!

Verlee’s bridesmaids wrote sweet notes on the bottom of her shoes! Such a cute idea!

Verlee, you are GORGEOUS!

Doug also did a “first look” with his daughter! So sweet!

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Verlee’s mom played the violin for their ceremony, which made it even more special and beautiful!

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Married!!

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Love these colors!!

Congratulations again, Verlee and Doug!!

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  1. Caitlin

    August 28th, 2013 at 4:12 pm

    Love these portraits so much!! The colors are amazing!

  2. Brittany

    August 28th, 2013 at 4:13 pm

    Ahhh seriously?? She is so beautiful! They seem like such a sweet couple and you can tell from the pictures that they adore each other!

  3. Allison

    August 28th, 2013 at 4:44 pm

    Gah! I just love everything about this wedding! Those first look photos…so amazing! I loved the timeless elegant feel and Anna, your poses are incredible!!

  4. Rebekah Carter

    August 28th, 2013 at 5:38 pm

    Wow, these are amazing images! The bride is gorgeous! And I love her dress as well as the bridesmaids’ dresses.

  5. Kathy Blackman

    August 29th, 2013 at 1:33 am

    The wedding was beautiful.so was my granddaughter. Great pictures .

  6. Caroline

    August 29th, 2013 at 9:07 am

    Stunning images!

  7. ashley link

    September 1st, 2013 at 12:02 pm

    ahhhh!!! so beautiful!!! she is such a stunning bride! such a beautiful and intimate wedding! i loved their first look and the bubbles at the end!!! great job, girl!!!! <3

  8. Emma

    October 24th, 2013 at 8:32 pm

    Where is the venue? I love this wedding!

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