Montana and Sarah’s day couldn’t have been more beautiful, or a better reflection of them. The weather was perfect, and guests were greeted at the front doors of the venue with Montana’s saddle, chaps and hat, among other items. The brand that they created was the thread that bound the entire day together—it was found on Sarah’s leather bouquet sleeve, her jacket cuffs, their champagne glasses, their cake, Montana’s wedding band, and they used it to brand a cowhide as well as a stove cover. Every detail was classic, western and represented their union perfectly.
Sarah and her girls were getting ready in the bridal suite when we arrived to photograph her bridal details. After Sarah was zipped into her gown, she gave her mother a special clutch purse—complete with a sweet note and a photo from when she was born. Sarah’s mother shed a few tears, and it really was such a special moment!
Sarah shared a first look with her father, and then we photographed her with her bridesmaids—all family—her sisters and her soon to be sister-in-law. Sarah was absolutely stunning in her lace gown, and was so full of joy as we photographed her!
Montana’s father gifted him a pocket watch belonging to his grandfather, and we captured the guys hanging out and all looking very handsome!
When it was time for the ceremony, and Sarah’s father began walking her across the bridge, Montana’s hand flew to his mouth and he stared wide-eyed at his bride. It was SUCH a sweet moment….the kind of moment girls dream of when they think about their groom’s reaction the first time they see one another.
Sarah’s father performed the ceremony, and Montana and Sarah branded a cowhide during the ceremony before sealing their vows with a kiss and heading back down the aisle as husband and wife.
Their portraits couldn’t have happened at a more perfect time—the light was soft and beautiful, and the joy these two experience when they are together is so real that it makes capturing it on camera easy. They are the kind of couple who genuinely love being together and who bring out the best in one another.
After they were introduced at the reception, they shared a first dance and then Sarah danced with her father. They cut the cake, and then went outside for a special moment. All of Montana’s family brought their brands, and after they were heated, Montana and Sarah branded their stove cover with each one. What a special and unique keepsake to remember their day!
They danced the night away, tossed the bouquet and garter and were sent off to their happily ever after with sparklers. It was truly a unique and joyous day celebrating these two! Congratulations Montana and Sarah!!
Venue: 9 Oaks Farm
Photographer: Audrey Herron Photography
Second Photographer: Kristal Whitley
Third Photographer: Alaina Thompson
Coordinator: Jacki Garrison
Videographer: Willow Tree
Caterer: Classic City Chef
Cakes: The Posh Cakery
Band: Craig Sorrell
Hair/Makeup: Beauty Babes ATL
Groom’s Wedding Band: Preston Johnson, @bbarjcustomdesigns
Custom champagne flutes/cake topper: Dustin O’Bannon, @ abandon.dustin_silversmith
