You know you two had to pick the absolute hottest day of the year (112deg). That’s ok, it matched your hottness!
After a wonderful start to the day with a flat tire, Becky (my new assistant- I need to get a pic of) and I still managed to get there an hour early as planned. And no I did not drive that fast. So since we were early and unpacked we headed from the church over to Chantelle’s childhood home for some getting ready pics.
The plan was to do the formals half before and half after. Well with the heat we opted not to do any before. I promised Chantelle and Ben that I would get them done very fast. And while I thought I had taken longer than anticipated Chantelle told me she didn’t even have time to get frustrated. Well looking back at the images it’s because it took us a record 11 minutes for the all the normal groups. Howz’ that?
Ok so back to the day. The ceremony was short and sweet. I loved the rings being on a big ring rather than a pillow. Too cool! After the ceremony and formals we headed out to the reception in Huron. We did stop along the way for an image in the sunflowers. (Anyone know why they all face away from the sun?) I loved it when one of the bridesmaids said do you want something under your dress and Chantelle replied it didn’t matter now…. That’s my girl! I thought. Last we played in Huron for some final images. Loved all the opportunities there. I’m hoping to shoot there again.
As we arrived at theCrossroads Hotel and Huron Event Center I was amazed at how lovely it was decorated. Chair covers always dress up a room and these were adorned with beautiful pink bows. The centerpieces with wonderful candle holders that had an antique feel. And since the electricity went out for a short period of time they provided the perfect ambiance. Location can be everything, but it also must be decorated well. And this was exceptional.
As we were leaving the dance floor was packed and everyone was enjoying themselves to the fullest. Thank you Chantelle and Ben for choosing us to be part of your day. Can’t wait till the bridal session!
CA
Music on the slideshow is kindly provided by:Micah Wetzel
by Cory Ann
2 comments
Irene Heinert - These pictures are perfectly magical- those sunflowers and the culverts(?) were inspired! It looks like it was the most special time… even with the heat and power failure (we had both in Milbank, too!)- everyone looks cool and happy, so you’d never know and they just made it more memorable, I’m sure! I lost it when I saw the series with Don and Chantelle… Thanks for sharing your day with us in such an awesome way -we so wanted to be in two places at once!
-Irene Heinert
Deb Patton - What a wonderful video and such lovely comments about the day. We think that you did a marvelous job. Deb and Don Patton