Lilly and I wove through the streets of downtown dallas, headed for Chris and Alicia's wedding spot. I'd heard descriptions of the location; a few phrases that stuck out were restored loft, reclaimed brick building, and old power company, so I knew we were in for something good. Sure enough, rounding a corner, situated between old industrial buildings, sat the little gem known as "Off The Grid." And that pretty much described the wedding day!

We were greeted by a sweet chalkboard, proclaiming that this was the day! Upon entering, we indeed saw the three story goodness that had been described. Alicia was contentedly walking around in a navy maxi dress, hair done and looking gorgeous, giving last minute instructions on table settings. I was immediately swept up in the details that had been so carefully chosen. Alicia and Chris know how to put a wedding together! But one thing I loved was that, while they were super invested in their details, they didn't give time to any detail that wasn't personally important to them...aka they didn't just do things for the sake of tradition. This awesome approach made the day so personal! For example, Alicia wore this eye-catching flower hair piece that was flown in from Israel, but she didn't want to carry a bouquet. The flower hair piece was so Alicia.

After the sweet ceremony, performed by Alicia's dad, we got to climb some very steep stairs to take photos on the roof of the building. And hello Dallas skyline! :) The reception was so fun, and the whole room got the giggles when the toasts began. My goodness, they were the funniest, wittiest, and cleverest toasts I've ever heard! I mean, how do people get that witty? I'm jealous. :)

Enjoy the photos!

Alicia & Chris I just love you guys! I've loved getting to know you, and I really loved how "you" your wedding was. Such a great approach to a wedding. I hope you guys love your photos as much as I do. Thank you again for having me to photograph your wedding. I wish you all the best. Keep in touch! Love, Caroline

Laura and I "met" over the phone back in January, and I immediately knew I was going to love working with her. She described, with evident enthusiasm, her wedding day details including the grand lake house, white tent, and delightful bridesmaids dresses. The afternoon of her wedding, I slipped into the room where all the girls were getting ready, and their excitement was absolutely filling up the room! I couldn't help but smile myself as I began photographing these sweet friends who shared in Laura's joy and kept it real with plenty of inside jokes and laugh-inducing remember-when stories. As the ceremony time approached, Laura kept sneaking peeks out the windows facing the lawn where they would exchange their vows. Finally, the anticipated time came and Laura stepped out the doors to greet friends, family, and a Texas sunset over the lake. Oh yes, and Colby, the love of her life who stood waiting for her. It was finally their wedding day.

Laura and Colby, my goodness how I loved getting to know you two! You both have a way of making others around you feel appreciated and at ease. The joy and excitement you shared on your wedding day was so contagious, and I was so happy to be there! Thank you for having me to photograph your incredible wedding. I think you guys had it all...the beauty, the fun, the love, and the amazing people to share it all with! I wish you all the best. Love, Caroline

Jonathan and Stephanie's wedding was a sacred event, filled to the brim with meaning, passion, and tradition. Nothing brings people together like a wedding, and this particular wedding brought together so many friends and loved ones. As you scroll down, you'll see Stephanie's bridesmaids as they see their dear friend for the first time as a bride--their expressions are priceless! I was a mixture of tears, smiles, and nods throughout the sacred ceremony. Jon and Stephanie's ceremony was performed by their dads, and I don't think there was a dry eye in the room. You see, Steph and Jon had decided to wait to share their very first kiss at the alter. After such a beautiful ceremony, I'll never forget the way the room itself felt energized and everyone sat up a little straighter as Stephanie's dad announced, "You may kiss the bride..." All of their guests and loved ones burst into joyous applause mixed with lots of oohing and aahing. What a moment!