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JEFF + ANNA: MARRIED | PEACH AND NEUTRAL SUMMER WEDDING Carlinville SOAR Outdoor Barn Wedding Photography

Joy. It is the emotion above all others that draws me in.  There is just something about the freedom joy gives that has always stolen my heart. And it is the emotion in photography that I am most drawn to as well.  Which is why I loved Anna and Jeff the moment I met them.  There is just a joy in them that resonates from very deep within.  From the their identity being so firmly rooted in Christ, from their excitement around and about each other, from experiences in their past that have taught them how precious life is.  Anna lights up a room with her laughter, and it is frequent around her Jeff.  And he just looks at her constantly, clearly in awe of her and how she is his.  They are beautiful and light and fun and sweet together, and their beautiful fall engagement session (see it here!) and now their wedding wedding absolutely followed suit.

Anna and Jeff, it was such an honor to be a part of your wedding. I absolutely adored seeing you interact with each other and your “Brady Bunch” families, and was moved by so many little pieces.  I loved your grandpa ring bearer, and how excited he was to be walking down that aisle right before you.  I loved your dad Anna, who was a better maid of honor than anyone I have ever seen (with your sister a close second), even though that wasn’t his task.  I loved the toast Jeff’s brother gave about Jeff giving 100% to every adventure, and how it always works for him because of his heart and dedication.  I know your marriage will be a reflection of each of those things.  The excitement you have for each other, the devotion of your loved ones, and your ability to dedicate your hearts to the other.

Everything about this wedding was just absolutely beautiful. The dress, the details, the light, the locations- it was all gorgeous. But it truly paled in comparison to Anna’s beauty as a bride.  This is a girl I just adore, and felt an instant friendship with the moment I met her- she just drew me in.  Wait until you see this all!

Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0004Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0013Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0002These Zac Posen shoes…drool!Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0010Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0018Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0001Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0007Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0016Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0011Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0003You know I love this touch of sun!!Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0005These colors!!Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0017Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0009Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0006Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0008Robes for your bridesmaids are the BEST! Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0019Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0012Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0020Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0014Ladies!! Gorgeous!
Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0021Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0015Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0022Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0023Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0026Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0024And the flowers…all flowers should have ribbons…Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0025Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0027Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0038Petals&Co really amazed me!Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0034Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0031Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0030Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0035Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0040Anna! Bridal perfection!Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0028Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0033Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0036Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0032Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0041Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0037Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0029Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0042Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0039See Anna’s dad back there?? Favorite!Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0044Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0047Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0045Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0046Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0048Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0053Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0054Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0056Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0055Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0057Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0060Finally married, together!! Absolutely LOVED these portraits, heat and all!
Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0058Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0061Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0062Favorite! Here is that joy 🙂Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0059Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0063Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0065Another favorite…Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0064Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0067Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0068Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0049Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0050
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Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0051Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0071Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0072Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0073This location and light and sunset! It was absolutely perfect.Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0075Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0076Favorite!Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0074Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0084Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0086Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0087Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0085Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0088Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0081Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0089Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0091Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0090Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0092Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0093Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0095Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0094Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0096Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0097Love these two!! Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0099

I must share a final story.  Their dancing was set to happen on the outside patio, and happened to occur as the sun was making it’s final set.  There was plans for bubbles on their way to the dance floor, but they ended up happening on the dance floor. And there was not a dry eye in the house (including mine!) as Anna swung in the arms of her new husband, followed by her daddy. They were literally surrounded by their loved ones, standing right at the edges of the floor, wishing them well and loving them into this next stage.  It really struck Michael and I as unusually beautiful for everyone to be right there instead of at tables, far away.  And very indicative of the whole day.Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0100Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0080Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0101Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0103Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0102Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0104Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0106Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0105Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0107Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0109Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0079Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0110Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0078Anna and Jeff, congratulations from the bottom of our hearts! We hope you are LOVING Hawaii and get a little time on the beach to relive your perfect day through these favorites of ours! Summer Neutral and Peach Wedding_0077

I adored working with Jeff & Anna’s creative team!!

Venue: Juliette Lodge

Wedding Dress Boutique:  Girls in White Satin

Hair:  Brandy at Willow & Birch Salon

Makeup:  Ro French at Willow & Birch Salon

Flowers: Petals & Co.

Cake: Specialty Cakes

DJ: Reggie South with AADJ

Videography: Complete Weddings

Invitations: VistaPrint

Catering: Fulgenzi’s Catering

Bar Service: Hamiltons Catering

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  1. Candi Leonard says:

    These are gorgeous! Love their colors and florals!

  2. Mahlia says:

    Loving the girls getting ready robes that they wore during bridal prep! And those couples portraits of the bride and groom at sunset, yep, amazing!

  3. Brittani says:

    Their wooden ring box is the coolest!! So wonderfully captured Jill!

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