I had the honor of photographing the truly beautiful wedding of Jessica and Lou at Valley Forge Military Academy. Lou had gone to Valley Forge but the couple had met about four years ago in Corpus Christi. The proposal happened in Cancun when Lou surprised Jessica after telling her that they were going to the Jersey shore.
We met up with Jessica at the Dolce Valley Forge Hotel to snap some shots of a few details and to document the getting ready process. Jessica was a doll. Not only was she just sparklingly gorgeous, she was sweet as pie. Her smile was infectious.
We made our way to the Valley Forge Military Academy grounds to take some more portraits before the ceremony.
It was the first time I had been to a wedding at VFMA and just adored the huge chapel there (officially Alumni Memorial Chapel of St. Cornelius the Centurion). All of those windows and high ceilings made the place so bright and airy. And you couldn’t help but say “awww” upon seeing the flower girl and ring bearers.
The ceremony was capped off by a sword arch and bubbles outside.
A few more formals before heading over to Eisenhower Hall. I loved the reception room! The checkerboard floors, the big chandeliers, the huge windows on all sides… Love! With such beautiful surroundings, Jessica and Lou kept things simple with candles and a sprinkling of fuchsia dendrobium orchids around the room.
The beautiful couple danced their first dance to the classic Unchained Melody.
It was a fantastic evening and they let me take them outside for a few minutes to catch the “sweet light” before sunset.
It was a great evening. People were cutting up the dancefloor. Jessica and her girls broke into song for Build Me Up Buttercup.
A magical day that ended with a sparkler sendoff.
I am so happy for you two. Thank you for letting me be a part of your day!
I need your love
I need your love
Godspeed your love to me
~ “Unchained Melody” Righteous Brothers
