J(en) + J(oe) = gRoVy LoVe wEdDiNg

To view the full proof gallery from this Wedding on ShadowlandsPhotography.biz, please contact Jen or Joe for permission to acquire the passcode. You can also see more photography by Lesa Van Meter on Facebook.com/ShadowlandsPhotography and ShadowlandsPhotography.com.

Kendallville Wedding Reception: Simon + Christina

When Simon's mother first contacted me about photographing her son's Indiana wedding reception, I knew something was special about she and her family.  It was one of those phone conversations that I left thinking how thankful I am to be an eyewitness to how God orchestrates people's paths.  Everyone in the family has such a graceful and warm demeanor...what an honor to be chosen to photograph their special event.

Christina, a medical professional, and Simon, patent holder of a medical invention, were married overseas in Costa Rica.  Just a short time later, I was able meet the wonderful couple at their family wedding reception in Kendallville, Indiana.

Their beautiful reception featured a catered meal and beverage station with punch fountain by Casa Ristoranti Italiano, flowers by Lilly's, cakes, dessert bar and chocolate fountain by Courtney's Bakery, decor by Kelli of All Occasion and projection to show the Costa Rica wedding video by Markey's Staging.

What a gorgeous day.  What a gorgeous couple!  Congratulations Simon and Christina!

Wishing you peace and blessings tenfold,
Lesa

To view the entire gallery at ShadowlandsPhotography.biz, contact Simon or Christina for the password. Plus, see more pics from this photo session as well as other client's photo albums on Shadowlands Photography's Facebook page.

Lindsay and Craig's Foster Park Wedding

Lindsay and Craig have a sweet, endearing love for each other that is simply contagious.  Her respect for him and his love for her are beautifully obvious (as you can also witness in their engagement session).

I cannot help but laugh every time I look at this TOO CUTE for words ringbearer as a chipmunk steps in front of his path during his march down the aisle.  Who's ever heard of a delay due to a chipmunk???  Hilarious!  What a moment!

I just love the look on this grandmother's face as she ponders love, marriage and the wonders of modern cameras.  : )

The amorous couple were married at the quaint Bridal Glen inside Foster Park in Fort Wayne, Indiana.  Just look at their AMAZING flowers done by Emily at Lilly's Flowers!

After the wedding (and yes, once again the rain kindly did NOT disturb our outdoor adventures), the party headed over to Salomon Farm Park Barn for the reception where Goeglein's catered and Dr. Feelgood's provided the musical atmosphere.

I honestly can not look at this next photo from this wedding without crying.  I am totally and completely emotionally attached to this moment that I captured.  I lost my own mother to breast cancer in 2006 so when I saw Craig's sister's tatoo and the sacredness of this moment as she watched her mom dance with Craig, I seized the opportunity to create a new memory for the Barcus family in honor of Craig's father.

Thank you for the honor of photographing your wedding Lindsay and Craig!!!  (you too, Mona!)

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