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Kylie & Brian {Engaged} at Dallas Arts District & White Rock Lake

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I had so much with Kylie & Brian at their engagement session and I am so excited to photograph their wedding and can’t believe I have to wait almost a full year to do so. Kylie & Brian are holding their reception at an art gallery in Wichita Falls so we wanted to incorporate that feel into the session. We started at the Dallas Arts District then headed to White Rock Lake. At White Rock Lake Kylie had her dog Sophie jump in some of the photos. For those who know me on facebook know what a dog lover I am so I love it when couples bring their fur babies to their sessions. Here are some of my favorites from their Dallas engagement session.

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Loved the thumbs up Brian gave to me as Kylie leaned in for a kiss.

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Kylie had a coordinating leash for Sophie.

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Stephanie & Nick {Reception} at Cross Timbers Winery

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Last month Stephanie & Nick got married on the beaches of Cabo San Lucas. Since they had a destination wedding they wanted to have a celebration in Texas with their friends and family who were unable to make it down to Mexico. They held their reception at the rustic Cross Timbers Winery.  There they enjoyed themselves as they dined, drank and danced with their friends. Here are some of my favorites from their Grapevine reception.

Sarah Rizy

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I ran into several of our brides and grooms at this reception.

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Lacie and Matt married May 2008

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Ashley and Matt Married May 2010

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Rachell and Adam Married October 2010

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Sarah & Aaron {Married} Part 2 Romantics, Details & Reception

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One thing Sarah told me she wanted from her wedding was lots of party pictures. I think I accomplished that since her family loves to party and even have a special song they love to sing and dance to. In fact they had Love Shack played twice during the night. Sarah and Aaron held their reception at The Ashton Depot, one of my favorite venues in downtown Fort Worth. I loved all the little touches they had at their wedding. They had several photographs displayed from their families past weddings and made sure every thing had a special little touch down to the forks they fed each other the cake with said his and hers. The night was kept rocking with the musical styling’s of Signed, Sealed, Delivered.  Here are some of my favorites from their Fort Worth reception.

 

Sarah Riz

 

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There was lots of laughter during their toasts.

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Always great to run into past clients. Here are Tracy’s clients Holly and Michael who were married 3 years ago this April

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Love always catching kisses on the dance floor

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Aaron enjoyed cigars with his guys out back.

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Love this quiet moment I caught between Aaron and his grandmother towards the end of the night.

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Sarah & Aaron {Married} Part 1 Preparations, Bridal Portraits & Ceremony

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Sarah and Aaron had such a fun filled day I knew I would not be able to share it all in one post.  I started the day at Sarah’s parents house where she was busily getting ready with her mom, sister and bridesmaids. We then headed to St. Patrick’s Cathedral which is such a beautiful church located in downtown Fort Worth. During their Catholic ceremony they had a friend sing who gave me chills as she projected her voice across the church.  I loved how cute Sarah and Aaron were being during their ceremony as they constantly were smiling at each other and how Sarah every once in awhile lean her head on Aaron’s shoulder. I  wanted to share some of Sarah’s bridal portraits we took at Thistle Hill in her gorgeous gown from Bliss Bridal Salon.

Sarah Rizy

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Sarah’s dad seeing her for the first time in her gown.

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Sarah brought along her dog Oscar to her bridal.

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Sarah and her girsl whose dresses are also from Bliss Bridal Salon.

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Cassie & Billy {Married} at McKinney Memorial Bible Church and Mira Vista Country Club

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Cassie & Billy are such a sweet couple who met while attending school at A&M. Cassie & Billy were initially introduced by her best friend (whom Cassie had introduced to her husband) because of their love of the Dallas Mavericks. Their love of sports is a big part of their life.  During Cassie & Billy engagement session they were watching the score of the Ranger’s game so I was not surprised when at their reception I heard Cassie ask what the score was for the Maverick’s game.  Their ceremony was held at McKinney Memorial Bible Church followed by a rocking reception at Mira Vista Country Club.  Their day was completed with the following vendors.

 

Lush Couture

Sandy Chang Cakes

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American Eagle Transportation Service

Here are some of my favorite photos from their Fort Worth wedding.

Sarah Rizy

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Cassie’s mom seeing her in her dress for the first time.

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Billy and his groomsmen played lots of hangman!

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Cracking up during the toasts!

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Cassie and Billy’s parents proudly beaming at them.

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Aggie War Hymn!

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It’s always great to run into past clients. Here’s Tracy’s clients Audra and Matt who celebrated their one year anniversary last month.

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Love the thumbs up sign from Cassie.

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Billy’s dad let him use his corvette for their exit!

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