Just thinking about this beautiful wedding brings tears to my eyes…there was so much love, so much emotion…and not enough kleenex in my pocket!
I always love it when the mother of the bride laces up the back of the dress…it’s one of those moments that all girls dream of; that all mother’s dream of…and it’s also one of those moments that I take way too many pictures of. I can’t help myself…I narrowed it down to one for today, along with some other details:
Selene, with her Mom and brother:
Ahh this photo…possibly my favorite. Selene was raised by her grandparents, who walked her down the aisle…each of their expressions is priceless! I love the joyful look on Selene’s face; it feels like she is looking forward into her future with Rafael with hope and excitement.
Here’s a closer look–I love closer looks.
Rafael catches his first glimpse of his bride:
This brief exchange is monumental: As Selene takes Rafael’s arm, and her grandfather gives her away, this moment brings to life the saying “who gives this woman?” I absolutely love seeing how Selene’s grandfather embraces Rafael and presents the two of them to the officiant. You can see that he approves of this marriage, and that warms my heart.
Tears rolled down Selene’s cheeks as she said her vows. They were rolling down mine, too. And Rafael’s. And Heidi’s (my #1 assistant! She’s fabulous!).
It was a beautiful ceremony!
Here’s a look at the reception details…the green was magnificent!
This is the moment where Heidi and I both lost it completely. I am usually prepared for the father-daughter dance, since I see it often enough, but I still miss my Dad (he’s up in Indiana) and when I see a connection like this, I can’t help it. I couldn’t hold back the tears! Selene was crying, half of the guests were crying…thankfully I was able to shoot through my tears to capture a smile that is worth a thousand words:
These portraits are so sweet…can you feel the love? I can. I am reminded of the passion shared by these two as I review their wedding photos…and I believe in true love all over again. I needed that!
Congratulations, Mr. & Mrs. Alberto. I couldn’t be happier for the both of you, and I know we will keep in touch through the years. Your wedding was everything a wedding should be…full of love, beauty, family and friends!
Lots of Love,
Stacy
Flowers by Patty’s Flower Shop
Ceremony & Reception: North Star Yacht Club
Set Free Photography | www.setfreephotography.com
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