“You know you’re in love when you can’t fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.”
I feel like I’ve known this sweet family my whole life at this point, but I suppose the photography element began a couple years ago at Lauren and Brady’s wedding in Georgia. There I had stayed in the big house with the family while capturing all the things through the weekend and I met Brianna! Bri and I hit it off right away of course, and she wanted me to come out to Colorado the following year to capture her and Niko’s wedding! Yes please!
\While staying with the fam through the festivities and carpooling back and forth through the various Colorado events, I had several long chats with Josh and Taylor who weren’t engaged *yet, but I quickly became privy to the exciting Disney proposal that was to soon follow! I was so excited when they messaged with the official good news and asked me to come back to Georgia for their big day!
Ashton Gardens was the perfect venue for these two. With most activities indoors it allowed for sweltering Georgia heat, or rain… and since we had more than enough of the latter, everyone was thrilled to be indoors. The venue has a gorgeous ceremony space and an incredible entrance staircase to the reception so we were sure to utilize every square inch.
During the rehearsal Taylor received a special gift of photos of her late grandparents and it was so special to see her tie them to her bouquet in order to have them by her side all day. That along with the special bracelets from her mom and sisters perfected her incredible gown.
The fellas, of course, had a fun morning between the barber, the Jack and their matching sunglasses, while the ladies sipped mimosas and raved over the bouquets that matched each of their unique dresses. Taylor chose to do a first look with the dads and groomsmen so by the time the ceremony started, Josh was the only person in the party who hadn’t seen his lovely bride and the anticipation was building fast! He could not have been more pleased of course!
After the tears began during the ceremony, they made several comebacks throughout the night as they both are close to their families and the parent dances had everyone crying (including me!) That, coupled with the heartfelt toasts from their siblings, we were all filled to the brim with joy for these two sweet souls.
Thank you so much for including me you guys! You are both so very kind and wonderful together. I am honored to know you and cannot wait to see what else is in the future!
The Wedding Vendors who made the day possible:
Photographer: Cynthia Viola
Venue/Coordination/Catering/DJ : Ashton Gardens Atlanta, Georgia
Dress: David’s Bridal
Suit: Men’s Warehouse
Rings: Kay Jewelers and Manly Bands
Hair and Make Up: Nicolle Silva
Officiant: Derek Cook, Brother in Law - but script written by Lhegendary Weddings
Cake: Bohemian Bakery