Ooooweee! Love like Louisiana hot sauce!
Micah and Michael, as their first initials suggest, go together like M&Ms. And, they’re as sweet as candy, too… well, and maybe a little spicy, being from Louisiana and all.
I got to meet them when a bridesmaid from a May 2019 wedding I shot referred them to me. A quick phone call later, and I joined them in December on the beach!
Saying “I do” under skies of blue
The day of the wedding, God graced us with sun, warmth, and a completely cloudless sky. It gave me a fun lighting challenge that resulted in gorgeous sun-drenched photos. And, pretty weather for an outdoor wedding is always a good sign. Like Willie Nelson famously crooned, “Nothin’ but blue skies from now on.”
Sandy location, sophisticated look
Although this was an intimate affair, there was no lack of traditional elements. Micah planned carefully and looked beautiful in her elegant gown, sweeping up-do, perfectly-arranged flowers, and most importantly (if you ask me, lol) a professional photographer to nail down those memories!
They tied the knot (literally), surrounded by their nearest and dearest friends (two-legged and four!). In fact, in one of the pics, I directed the groom, “Now, tilt your head that way and look at her.” When he misunderstood and gazed lovingly at the puppy, everyone laughed. That kind of “happy accident” is just amazing for the genuine smiles you get in the pictures that follow.
Cheaper by the dozen (11 human guests and one pup)
Three’s company, too
I really enjoyed the small, laid-back vibe of this wedding. Scaling down really helped focus attention on what was most-important: connection between the couple. I was honored to be a part of it and capture a large variety of wedding portraits that they can hang as a constant reminder of the 100% happy day.
It was hard even to pick which ones to exclude from the blog, so I threw in a bunch, even some black-and-whites. Enjoy below!
