I am having total writer’s block coming up with an entry for Joe and Amanda’s wedding photographs. Maybe it’s because there just aren’t quite the right words to describe the beauty, fun, and joy we all shared that day. Lee’s Summit Community Church buzzed with excitement and energy on the inside while the weather was perfect outside. Amanda was the most relaxed bride. She smiled and laughed as she manicured her own nails and picked out make-up colors. It didn’t phase her a bit when we had to push the first look back a few minutes or when the wind at the top of the Liberty Memorial whipped everyone’s hair into nests fit for Big Bird.
It was an absolute pleasure to get to photograph this event, and I have so many stories to share...hence the long blog post! Joe and Amanda are soul mates -and I’m not just saying that because it sounds good on the blog or because they are my real life friends. As I looked through the lens of my camera, I could just see their love. They complement each other so well. I'm so excited to see how God uses them as a couple!
I was so lucky to get to witness the first look. Joe stood in the front of the sanctuary with a look of excitement and curiosity while Amanda tip toed in the back. She did her fair share of teasing him before finally tapping him on the shoulder and letting him turn around to see his bride for the first time. I’m not going to lie, I definitely teared up as Joe wrapped his arms around her and admired her beauty.