Wedding celebrations are few and far between for me. This just makes those few that I accept so much more special. Months ago Anna’s sister, Wendy, wrote me and asked if I was interested in shooting Anna’s wedding in September. You see three years ago I photographed Wendy and Will’s wedding and this year they have been blessed with an adorable child. I really enjoy this family and their friends. The majority of the guests were from across the pond. Their closest friends camping in really nice RV’s on the family farm. So many super cool details thanks to the work of Elizabeth James, Nashville’s premier wedding and event planner.

Anna and Eddie walking down the aisle at St. Paul's in Franklin, TN and then a sweet kiss in the courtyard.

A stunning dress and the bridal veil waiting for their big moments.

Anna arriving at the church and Eddie taking his place in the church.

Detail of Anna's dress and a fab image in the foyer mirror at their home just as we depart for the church.

Anna's going into the church and a lovely tabletop at home.

The day was gorgeous with loads of wonderful light!

So happy!!

Anna and Eddie making their way through the crowd to the getaway car.

On the way to the party!

Their Harley escort to the farm.

Bridesmaid's flowers.

beautiful September sky!

The bride's bouquet full of yummy smelling gardenias.

Anna and the girls.

Anna and her mom.

Eddie's family.

The dinner tent

Perhaps my favorite thing at the reception ....

tables in the dance tent and another view of the dinner tent

Pear and brie tarts, bacon stuffed tomatoes, espresso martinis

Future Harley owners??

beautiful, bright sunset

the cake

I love how all the natural elements fit in with this truly elegant celebration.

sweet Charlie, the youngest guest

the dinner bell

Eddie toasting his lovely bride!

chin chin

First dance to "Love Train". The dance floor was lucite over the pool.

sweetness!!

A hundred hot air lanterns released into the air at midnight.