I met Ellie a long time ago as a friend to my sweet niece.  I always loved her spark and energy– she brings such a warmth to every room she’s in and I saw it the first moment I met her.  Then I got to know her as a photographer and business owner, and lastly as a bride.  And while I have always really adored her- her character has really shown in the last year.  As a bride with a July 2020 wedding planned, she had a lot of hard decisions to make last year and she made them so carefully, beautifully, and considerately.  And she navigated choosing to delay her large celebration with such grace.  And this day, this year? It was SO worth the wait, as I know she would tell you! It was truly a beautiful day with so many personal touches and moments that matter to Ryne and Ellie, and it was the PERFECT way to celebrate one year of marriage!

Ellie and Ryne met while training to serve on their local fire departments.  It took Ryne a long time to convince Ellie to give him a chance.  But once she did- they quickly knew this day would come.  This was the perfect back drop for a bunch of their photos because it is SO meaningful to them! This round of sunset photos includes some of my FAVORITES– it was so so pretty out!! Congrats again, Mr and Mrs Crowe! I adore you two and am SO excited for what the future will bring for you together!

To see their intimate 2020 wedding celebration, click HERE!

To see their beautiful engagement session, click HERE!

We absolutely loved working with Ellie + Ryne’s amazing creative team!!

Venue: The Homestead

Flowers: Barb with Sunny Sensation Florals

Wedding Dress: Essense of Australia from Cloud Nine Bridal

Bridesmaid Dresses: Sorella Vita from Cloud Nine Bridal and David’s Bridal

Groomsmen Attire: Men’s Wearhouse

Hair Stylist: Gabby with Marelyson’s Hairography

Makeup Artist: Kaitlyn Gorman

DJ: Dustin + Max Bumgardner

Cake: Three Twigs Bakery + Walmart

Officiant: Dustin Bumgardner

Invitations: Vistaprint