Kate + Nate had a very elegant wedding in late July, but they through in a bunch of personal and rustic touches that made this wedding also very unique. Kate looked stunning in her Enzoani wedding gown, and I’ll never forget the moment she teared up when one of her bridesmaids handed her her bouquet for the first time. Nate + Kate chose to do a First Look to get most of their photos out of the way prior to the ceremony, and it totally helped the remainder of the day go so smoothly. We were able to do all the family photos beforehand, which left the hour or so between the ceremony and reception for just fun, relaxed wedding party and couple photos. Here are a few of my favorite photos, with a few of Melanie’s shots included.
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Their first look from my view…
And Melanie’s view.
We were all getting on Nate for not smiling, so this is what we got instead!
Customized boots!
Married!
Champagne or beer?
Love this one that Melanie captured while I was doing some shots of the couple!
The cake was made by my friend Krista. Go check out her site!
Some of my favorite first dance photos ever!!
The band, The Well Hungarians, were AWESOME. I highly recommend! Oh, and think about that name for a minute.
Just before I left, Nate + Kate got up on stage to sing Garth Brooks’ “Friends in Low Places.” And, of course, the band came in at the end with the epic THIRD VERSE!
Vendors
Ceremony: Wesley United Methodist Church, Urbana
Reception: Illini Union, Rooms A, B & C & south lounge
Cakes: Krista Swanson
Florist: English Hedgerow
Band: The Well Hungarians
Officiant: Pastor Dan Crede
Dress: Adore Bridal, Morton
Bridesmaids: David’s Bridal
Tuxes: Captain’s Quarters
Transportation: Larry’s Limo
Linens: Elite Entertainment
Photographer: Holly Birch Photography
Assistant photographer: Melanie Anderson
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Krista Swanson - Holly you did an amazing job capturing the beauty of the day. Katherine, of course you are always gorgeous, but you look stunning in all of these photos, they are just perfect. PS: So sweet of you to link to my website – thanks for the mention on here =).
Holly Birch Smith - My pleasure!!
Danielle Ireland - Love the photos! Such a beautiful bride and wedding!
Pam Dalton Woods - What a wonderful celebration! The joy is captured in the photos! So happy for your both.
Katie Smithenry - beautiful pictures! beautiful couple!
Holly Hubble Roman - Congratulations to you both! Beautiful!
Karlie Elliott Bowman - Absolutely stunning.
Tina Burgland Veal - Most stunning bride and groom! Absolutely wonderful photos of a beautiful couple!
Rachel Halfpap - Lovely photos and a gorrrgeous couple! I particularly like the one where you made her laugh
Ashley Bechtold - Me too!!!
Holley Sierra - Such a beautiful wedding! Thanks for sharing the photo’s!
Jane Miller - Love all the pictures! You captured the joy of the day…
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