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CATEGORIES: Weddings

A Sundara Wedding in Roanoke, Virginia | Whitney + Brian

One of the best aspects of being a wedding photographer is the intimacy with which I get to know my clients. I feel as if I am invited into their world and the love story that brought them together. Never have I felt so attached to such a story as with Brian and Whitney.

Last May, Brian came to me with the idea to photograph his surprise engagement at the Jefferson Memorial. I hid behind a column as Brian got down on one knee and asked Whitney to marry him.

The wedding was an extension of that beautiful day, an outdoor affair with wonderful people and perfect light bouncing off of the gorgeous bride and groom. The highlight for me came when Whitney read a handwritten note from Brian, saying only a small portion out loud to keep from crying.

“There are not enough minutes, hours, days, weeks, or even years to tell you how much I love you..”

So I feel lucky to be a small part of their fairytale story, the privilege to share these special moments with them, and to share these special memories for them now.

Venue: Sundara

Second Shooter: Michael Waidmann

Planner: White Peony

Makeup Stylist: Danielle Smith

Florist: Melinda Amos

Cake: Mary Ogilvie

String Duet: Classic Strings Duo

Band: The Castaways

Rentals: Linens – BBJ Linens, Plates/Glassware – Aztec Rentals

Invitations: Appalachian Press

Wedding Signage: Brent Ellis (Maid of Honor)

TAGS - James Madison University, JMU, Roanoke, Sundara, University of Virginia, UVA, Virginia, Whitney + Brian

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