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I wish all our clients were like these two…so relaxed and easy going – really enjoying their day, drinking in every moment that they have waited so long for. I was with the guys and Marco hung with the girls in the morning…the afternoon with the bridal party was pouring rain but we had a blast under the shelter of our favorite pergola near downtown. These two were our second couple to get their Rose Garden date by waiting in line in the spring down at Loose Park! Everything on this day was perfect right down to the rain! Around 3:30 the sky opened up and the rest of the day was delightful. The 3rd floor of Boulevard Brewery was a perfect reception venue for this party! Each table had a scarf from Jen’s collection – really lovely and personal! The wedding cake was decorated by the guests at the rehearsal dinner!! The toasts were heartfelt and there was laughing and dancing everywhere. It was a fourth of July they will remember always!

I love this shot that Marco got just as her Dad was arriving outside!

Ashley & Justin – engagement photography in Lawrenece by Marco

Jackie & Jason – engagement session in Kansas City by Marco

Laura & Jay – Wedding in Kansas City by Marco

Laura and Jay have a unique and fascinating love story than spans across 20 years. Their wedding was the celebration off all these years spent together and of many more to come. Of course in circumstances like this you have to put up some festivities and these guys definitely know how to party. With the help of wedding coordinator extraordinaire Diane Boone all the details came together in a magnificent celebration. Too many things to mention, from a spectacular Klinefelds wedding gown, to a speak easy and cigar room with hand rolled stogies for all guests, to late night treats. Reception and flowers from the always exquisite Dan Meiners, luscious eats from Inspired Occasions, cake from Slice Custom Cakes.

Milo at 1 year (part two) by jan

Part one of this shoot was his actual birthday party. Part two was going to be some fun portraits but Milo did not take his nap on that day and of course, melted down shortly into the shoot! We did get a few really cute shots…stay tunes for part three!!

Carly & Nick's Punta Cana, Dominican Republic Wedding by jan

I had an incredible time shooting Carly & Nicks wedding! Who wouldn’t want to get married on the beach at sunset with soft white sand on your feet, the smell of ocean in the air and family and friends surrounding you as you marry the love of your life? It really was that perfect!! Cold champagne, lobster and steak on the grill started out the reception which was on an island in the middle of the pool. Lots of emotions came out in a really relaxed way. Awesome speeches from Ryan, Alison and Nick’s Dad. Both sets of parents (who will be incredible role models) did a special dance too. Motown music and cigar smoke filled the air as the night rolled on. A covert trip to swim in the moonlit ocean topped off an evening that will forever define “good times” for these two. May you have many, many more!

Kelsi & Greg's Plaza Wedding by Marco

Kelsi and Greg’s wedding was one of those intimate and elegant affairs you are glad you’ve got to be part of it. The ceremony and reception were both held at the Sulgrave Regency, a lovely complex of modern condos overlooking Brush creek. The weather was perfect and lead us to visit one of the favorite locations of this two. A rooftop with a spectacular view of The Plaza; this is actually where Greg proposed. What a great location to celebrate important moments of their love story and make new ones. The sun was setting, making it the perfect moment for a romantic toast. Don’t they look great together? A couple that shares affinity and will enjoy their new life together every day.

Right in the middle of the reception a strategic change of dress for Kelsi. She abandoned her vintage wedding gown for a spiffy cocktail dress with sparkly pumps. Another good reason for more pictures.

The food was quite impressive with a variety of healthy and delicious options. Everything was perfectly coordinated by Diane Boone with great attention to details and flawless succession of events.

McKenzie & Ryan's Kansas City Reception by jan

All I can say about this day is OMG! McKenzie’s sister, Janda was in charge of the event planning and she did an incredible job! They took over the entire Californos in Westport and completely transformed it! She worked closely with Neal & Drew from Blue Bouquet to create a fantasy of flowers and food stations. The sweet room looked like a candy store and had a coffee station complete with liqueurs. Each room had a different menu with a non-stop flow of food all night by Californos (YUMMM) Hand rolled cigars were being made in the smoking section by the fire pit. The photobooth area was hopping and live music filled the air with celebration. An awesome video from their Mexico wedding left us all feeling like we had been there. The actual wedding day was rained out so family and friends were taken in by a local family and the day turned into a traditional mexican wedding party including a mariachi band! They met some musicians in Mexico and brought them back to play at their Kansas City party! The Galaxy Band Followed and had the dance floor shakin! McKenzie & Ryan have known each other for 6 years (he moved here from Chicago to be with her!) They simply belong together and are off to a great start. Awesome party you guys!!