04/19/2026
Feeling a little sentimental today 🤍
Sharing a few moments from Andee + Chris’s wedding that have stayed with me.
Today marks the anniversary of my own mother’s passing, and I’ve been thinking about Andee, who lost her mom not long after this day—and later, her beloved uncle as well.
We always aim to create beautiful, editorial images. But it never feels lost on us that we’re being invited into something so much deeper—your inner circle, your real life, your once-in-a-lifetime moments. Our couples often share the what they’re most excited about is having all of their friends, family and favorite people together in the same room for the first and maybe the only time ever. Sometimes, these are the last moments you’ll share with someone you love.
That’s why we pay just as much attention to the in-between—the tears, the laughter, the quiet touches, the people who mean everything.
It was supposed to rain that day, but it held off just long enough. During the ceremony, officiated by her uncle, with her mom by her side, a butterfly passed through—like something you couldn’t plan if you tried (but Jaylene from was lucky enough to capture and share with Andee). And we’re so grateful her mom was there for it all… helping her get dressed, fluffing her gown, standing beside her on one of the most meaningful days of her life.
Spring is a season of new beginnings—but even the most beautiful days can carry weight.
It’s not uncommon for us to work with couples who have lost a parent, and it’s something we hold with so much care. Being a calm, grounding presence in those spaces—offering not just sympathy, but real empathy—is an honor we don’t take lightly.
For Patty, for Mary, and for all the parents and loved ones who are deeply missed—hug your people a little tighter today 🤍