Lisa and William’s wedding was in their home in Ft. Smith with a guest list of 8, not including me. Obviously I’ve been to lots of weddings but out of them all, this one was the most touching and emotional wedding ceremony I’ve had the pleasure of witnessing. Lisa’s daughter, Addie, was included in the ceremony and was even part of the ring exchange as William had a special little ring for her. I think everyone was crying as William gave her the ring recited some vows to her.

Another cute and touching moment happened just before I left. Addie went running down the hall saying she had to go find her husband! (referring to her new Daddy!) How sweet is that! So that’s the last photo in this series. Addie and her ‘husband’ =)

On a side note, some photographers refuse to book small weddings because it can eat into profits if they could potentially book a large event (with a large budget) for the same day. Some of the more beautiful and meaningful weddings I’ve photographed have been small intimate ones. I can’t imagine limiting myself to large events and I’m so glad I don’t!

Thank you William, Lisa, and Addie, for inviting me to celebrate your love for one another. I’ll never forget the experience! Also, thanks for sharing a slice of that delicious cake from Confectionately Yours

A warmly lit Christmas tree standing in a darkened living room at night

Flower girl with a floral crown and tilted head holding a small bouquet, selective color

Engaged couple holding hands beneath a ivy wall, the man in a clerical collar

Newlywed couple walking hand in hand past the pool on a black and white patio

Smiling couple in front of a decorated Christmas tree, the groom in clerical attire

Family portrait of bride, groom and flower girl beside a lit Christmas tree

Close-up of a diamond engagement ring and wedding band resting on red berries

Black and white of the groom bending down to hug the little flower girl at the Christmas wedding

Family laughing by the Christmas tree with father holding the flower girl in her crown

Groom opening his mouth for a bite of cake playfully fed by the flower girl as the bride looks on

The groom carrying the smiling flower girl in her tulle skirt and floral crown