Carter and Katie were one of those couples that I loved as soon as I met. I can’t say enough about them—they are some of the kindest people I’ve ever had the privilege to know or work with. They have become more like friends—which made capturing their day even more special to me. When we shot their engagement session, Katie took the time to text me to tell me how much she loved the images. When my daughter’s cat had to be put down due to cancer and we had a hard time trying to find a kitten, Katie sent me a text to let me know her friend’s cat had kittens and she would bring us one if we wanted. After Katie’s wedding, as she and Carter were driving to Atlanta, she sent me a text to thank me and tell me how much she appreciated all we had done. That’s just the kind of person Katie is—thoughtful, considerate and always doing whatever she can to help others.
Family is also very important to Carter and Katie—and family legacies were the foundation of their wedding. I loved hearing the stories of the special items they incorporated. Katie’s wedding band was her grandmother’s—and if you look closely at the image of her wedding band, you will see her grandmother’s wedding date inscribed. The diamond in Katie’s necklace was one of the diamond earrings her grandfather gifted her grandmother. Katie’s mother also had a special surprise for her—she and Katie’s grandmother, Nink, had a bouquet wrap made for Katie from one of her grandfather’s shirts and they presented this to her as she was getting dressed.
Carter and Katie’s first look was so sweet—and my favorite part was when Katie grinned and pointed out to Carter that her dress had pockets!
Another special family tie incorporated in their wedding was the car that belonged to Katie’s Oma and Opa. The amazing thing—Carter’s grandfather also had a car identical to it—down to the same color. We made sure to get a few photos with the car before the sun went down!
Carter and Katie’s ceremony took place at sunset and was God-centered and sweet. Carter’s niece stole the show when she paraded to the bridge to get a closer view of her aunt and uncle tying the knot!
Their day could not have been more beautiful, and I am so blessed to not only know them and call them friends, but have the privilege of capturing the most important day in their lives!
Carter and Katie, I wish you the best as you embark on this amazing journey of marriage! Congratulations!!
Venue: 9 Oaks Farm
Flowers: On Guest
Photographer: Audrey Herron Photography
Second Photographer: Kristal Whitley
Coordinator: Jacki Garrison
Cakes: Publix
