It just does not get much better than this for me.  Most importantly, Erica is a student of mine from way back.  She was in my choirs, she was in my shows, and I have literally watched her grow up, and that’s always very special to me.  I knew and adored her family long before this day, and our lives have been intertwined for years now.  Two communities that have huge ties in my heart were the backbone for this wedding (and the support system for this couple) and that just makes it so special!  Then Erica meets and chooses to spend her life with Daniel, who could not possibly be a better, kinder guy, who also has an amazing and beautiful family full of people who treat you like you are one of their own.  Mix that together with a day that starts at a lake, a lovely ceremony in a sweet country church,  pictures all over their beautiful farm land, and ends at the beautiful Hill Prairie Winery, and you have a mix of all of my favorite things in one wedding day!  This couple– this whole day– is absolutely as beautiful on the inside as it was the outside, and as you will see….it was pretty spectacular.  We were so honored to be a part of it! Erica’s sister made this box and I love it! Love this! Erica, you made the PERFECT bride! Sweet moments after a touching family gift. It was nice and sunny and warm, but I could not love how these all turned out more…wind and all!!! 🙂 Beauties!! I could shoot in this location all day every day and never get bored!!! Looking good, Daniel! I don’t think I’ve ever posted this many groomsmen shots, but these guys just made it so easy! Every picture is a new favorite!! Love this photo my Michael grabbed- he takes many of my favorites now a days! 🙂 Time to head to the beautiful vineyard! I LOVED these beautiful details!

Oh sunset at a winery…how I love you!! Erica…I just adore you!  I am so proud of you and the woman you have become (I sound ancient right now…) and SO excited for this next chapter of your life!  Ending with 3 total favorites– congratulations Mr and Mrs Schirding!!!

To see Erica + Daniel’s engagement session, click here!

Ceremony Location:Athens Christian Church

Reception Venue: Hill Prairie Winery

Flowers: Petals & Co.

Dress Designer: Vera Wang

Bridesmaid Dresses: AZAZIE

Groomsmen Attire: Men’s Wearhouse

Hair Stylists: Chanda Carr with Do or Dye Hair Studio and Dakota Davis with Shear Beauty Salon

Caterer: Hamilton’s Catering

Invitations: Smitten Paper Props

Decor Rental: Rustic Love Rentals

Makeup Artist: Jacque Combs

Cake: Amy Rebbe

DJ: Kevin Smith

Officiant:  Shane Baker