Oh my gosh, you guys.  You guys!  If you’ve met Nikki and Brian, you know they are two of the kindest people you’ve ever met.

I met Nikki and Brian when we had engagement pictures in May.  Wow, that seems like just yesterday!  Time sure flies!  Speaking of fun times, let’s talk about their big wedding day!
Bearded groom kissing lovely bride

We started off my meeting up for a first look and a few portraits at Mt. Airy Forest.

First look sunflowers

These two seriously have fab-you-liss friends.  Check out their wedding party–keep in mind: “party” is the operative word!

Fun wedding party

When I grabbed Brian for some groom pictures, he was gushing with happiness. He said, “She’s my best friend!”  And, if I may tell his little secret: He loved his vest and tie.  He said he was going to have to wear vests more often.  Hold him to it, people!

Bearded man in vest and tie

Nikki, you are gorgeous!  Your makeup was perfect!  Beautiful!

Bride with sunflower bouquet

Nikki and Brian held their wedding at the Maple Ridge Lodge in Mt. Airy Forest.  The sky was completely clear!  It was beautiful!

Sunflower wedding

I love seeing a groom’s reaction to seeing his bride.  Even though Nikki and Brian had a first look, he was overcome with emotion.

Groom cries when he sees his bride, even after a first look!

Nikki and Brian had a first for Rejoicing Rebecca weddings: a Canine of Honor!  Kona was not happy at the rear of the party, so, mid-ceremony, joined the center of the goins-on with Mom and Dad.  What a precious moment! 🙂

Canine of Honor

Nikki and Brian love their little Kona baby!

Have your dog in your ceremony as the canine of honor

I always love learning more about my couples during the reception.  A peep into their lives is, without fail, provided courtesy of the speeches!  These two rocked their speeches!  Nikki is a rockstar friend and supporter of Brian and Brian is quite literally a rockstar guitar player–even though he wouldn’t pick up my guitar when they came over a couple weeks ago!

Speeches to make the bride and groom laugh and cry

I love wedding reception pomp!  Speeches, dances, cake-cutting, and tossing of things!

Key Reception Events

When I met Nikki and Brian for engagement pictures, I learned that we have a mutual friend: Nikki’s brother is dating a former student of mine.  Jayme caught the bouquet!

Nikki and Brian, you two threw a smashing reception!  Check out this party!

Guests love to dance at receptions!

Nikki and Brian, you two are so kind.  Love one another, even if you don’t feel like it!

Love,
Columbus Wedding Photographer