My favorite part of Caitlin + Ted’s wedding day had to have been when Caitlin (with the help of a few friends) sang a song for Ted that she wrote. It was totally sweet, and a catchy, upbeat tune that encouraged their guests to sing along once they caught on to the words. I am kicking myself that I didn’t also record it with my backup camera that does video.
Ted and Caitlin chose to see each other prior to their ceremony in a “First Look.” I sometimes get couples asking for my opinion on this non-tradition. As a photographer, I think it is great because it really frees up our time together later in the day, as well as your guests’ time. It also alleviates some pressure on the couple if they are nervous about having all eyes on them as the bride first walks down the aisle. I don’t personally subscribe to the notion that the couple shouldn’t see each other beforehand as it is bad luck, but I will support any of my couples in holding up that tradition.
As is common with ME (ugh!) these days, it rained on their wedding day. Sorry to bring the rain with me, 2012 clients! We were able to get in some photos in the amphitheater at Krannert before the rain rushed us inside. We also tried to hit up another locked building, and ended up our allotted portrait time with a few images in front of the Illini Union, before heading back to the Round Barn Center. I also was able to get them back outside for a few minutes after sunset, and after the rain had stopped.
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Vendors
Ceremony: University Luther Church, Champaign
Reception: Round Barn Banquet Center, Champaign
Cake: Wedding Cakes by Rosie
DJ: TGood Studios
Officiant: Rick Milas
Florist: Carol Martin
Dresses: David’s Bridal
Tuxes: Men’s Warehouse
Photographer: Holly Birch Photography
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Matt Jaworski - These are fantastic!
Dani Sakach - AWEEEEEEEEE! Holy poo! These are the most adorable pictures I’ve ever seen… EVER. <333
You guysssss…….. aweeeeeeeee.
Love you, amigos.
^obnoxious excited text.
g'ma - What a fun, fun wedding.
christi - Wow! These are great! What great memories!
Aunt Denise - Perfect wedding for a gorgeous couple
Joy - These are so cute! Awwww McGov you are so pretty!
tori barnes - I like the one on the steps.
Billy Russell - Looking good! I especially enjoy the first dance pictures of you two with Tim and myself : )
Mother of the bride - Bubbles. Still voting for the pictures with bubbles.
Valerie Walker - Looks like a perfect day! You look so happy! Caitlin I love the blue shoes!
Chris Martin - This was total fun, glad we had a small part in it!
Debbie Smarjesse - As I commented earlier on FB, lovely pictures of the beautiful bride, couple, wedding party, and family. Your photographer snapped some cool pictures!
Ginger Russell - Beautiful pictures of a beautiful day!
Mary Reynolds - Beautiful pictures! I love the looks on your faces! My favorite is the one with the piano. Also love the UI backgrounds! Congratulations! Wishing you all the happiness in the world!
Aunt Judy - Great pictures, can’t wait to see the rest of them!
Mother of the Groom - I loved all of the pictures! It was a beautiful day!
Linda Hoener Duncan - Can’t wait to see the rest of the pictures.