Emily Dean Photography » Destination Wedding & Lifestyle Photographer | Based in Birmingham, Alabama

In the past year, I’ve pretty much said all there is to say about Bri and Ron from their incredible engagement session all the way up to their gorgeous wedding at Primrose Cottage in Roswell, GA.  From day 1 they were instant favorites…the most incredibly beautiful couple inside and out…but they elevated themselves from favorites to FAVORITES FOR LIFE when they decided to book a separate Bride & Groom Portrait session with me 2 weeks after their wedding.  Bri & Ron were adamant about not seeing each other before their ceremony (which, even though it’s not as easy on my photo timeline, I still kinda love the anticipation of not doing a first look) and since their ceremony was set to take place after sunset, they knew they wouldn’t be getting any of the lovely, bright & airy, sun drenched photos they had loved so much from their engagement session, SO they booked a session so that they could have their cake and eat it too!  It’s every photographer’s dream to have unlimited amounts of time with the bride and groom on a wedding day, so I was in complete blissful heaven to have 3 whole, unobstructed hours with these two amazing people.  I love them so much, I’m already planning their anniversary session in my head…they don’t know about it yet, but it’s gonna happen 😉

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When couples like Shelby & Austin come into my life, I can’t even fathom how I became so lucky.  Nothing makes me happier than seeing the easy, comfortable & natural chemistry that happens between two people so head over heels in love and Shelby and Austin didn’t disappoint.  Their session, beginning on the campus of the University of Montevallo and ending in the most gorgeous open field ever, was incredible from start to finish.  They needed very little direction from me as they were naturally drawn together and just…well…happy.  And THAT makes me so, so happy.

Shelby & Austin were introduced to me by my friend Volree of Volree Photography and I am so grateful to her for the recommendation.  These two are very special and I can’t wait for their fall wedding!

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When I met with Bri & Ron for the first time last year, I knew I had met a very special couple and after shooting their engagement session, there was no doubt.  One year later I had the honor and pleasure of photographing their wedding at Primrose Cottage in Roswell, GA.  After a full year of excited anticipation, I was not disappointed, despite the rainy forecast.  Bri did an amazing job of choosing the perfect details to compliment her style & I was in heaven.  The rain stopped just in time and we were able to enjoy the beautiful grounds of the cottage for photos.  The day was perfect.

I don’t have the words to express how crazy I am for this couple.  They have blessed me and my business beyond my imagination & I couldn’t be more grateful for their friendship.

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Last week I blogged about the Top 10 Things I Love about being a Wedding Photographer, but this weekend made me realize that I left out one of my absolute favorites.  Traveling!  I love to travel.  I adore seeing, exploring & experiencing new places & being a wedding photographer has allowed me to travel to so many fun places.  I’m only 2 weeks into this wedding season and I’ve already been to Atlanta, New Orleans & this weekend I’m headed to Lake Martin.  Also included in this year’s line-up is Rosemary Beach and the gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia.  I’m so excited about this year & can’t wait to see where else this amazing journey takes me.

Here are a few Instagram photos from last weekend’s trip to New Orleans with Leslie Hollingsworth Photography.destination-wedding-photographer_0017vPINIMAGEV

Happy Monday y’all!

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1.  Love…because who doesn’t love Love?destination-wedding-photographer_0012vPINIMAGEV

2.  Grooms that cry….because, come ON, he’s the luckiest man alive!destination-wedding-photographer_0015vPINIMAGEV

3.  Drop dead gorgeous and glowing brides. destination-wedding-photographer_0006vPINIMAGEV

4.  Happy people everywhere.destination-wedding-photographer_0013vPINIMAGEV

5.  Gorgeous, lush bouquets. destination-wedding-photographer_0007vPINIMAGEV

6.  Sparkly diamond rings…girl’s best friend.destination-wedding-photographer_0009vPINIMAGEV

7.  Father/Daughter dance…gets me every time. destination-wedding-photographer_0014vPINIMAGEV

8.  Dreamy gowns.destination-wedding-photographer_0011vPINIMAGEV

9.  Lots of joy and laughter. destination-wedding-photographer_0016vPINIMAGEV

And last, but most CERTAINLY not least…..

10.  Cake…because who doesn’t LOVE cake?! destination-wedding-photographer_0008vPINIMAGEV

This, along with so many other things is why I love my job.  I’m a lucky girl to get to do what I love and to be surrounded by such amazing people on a regular basis.  It doesn’t get much better than this!

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