Within 60 seconds of chatting with Autumn when we first met, I knew I liked her. She’s one of those girls that’s so naturally gorgeous that you just want to hate her (come on ladies, you know what I’m talking about!)…. but Autumn has SUCH an amazing personality, that you instantly fall in love with her. That’s exactly what happened between her & Jeff.
Prepare for a longer post than normal folks… If I had the time tonight, I might be blogging double the number of images you’re about to see. I loved this wedding THAT much.
Jeff & Autumn had a small, intimate ceremony at Mission Heights in Aurora, Indiana, followed by a large reception (also at Mission Heights). I have to say, I am quite impressed that the 2 weddings I have shot in Indiana turned out to be 2 of my very favorite locations. I’m from SE Indiana… so I can say that 
I’m impressed, Aurora… Way to go.
Autumn’s mom *and Maid of Honor*, helping her get dressed….
Sooooo… there’s lots of pictures of Autumn. Really though, can you blame me?! She’s breath-taking!
The next two don’t fit the “feel” of the rest of these shots, but we came across a few rooms that we couldn’t pass up for some funky vintagey-shots.
…and Jeff. I didn’t have the opportunity to meet Jeff before the wedding day, since he lives out of town, so this was also my first time watching he & his bride interacting together. Oh goodness… they’re in some serious love. Adorable. 
Are you kidding me with this location?! Seriously! (PS, over that huge hill you’re looking at is the Ohio River)
Moments after walking back down the aisle as husband & wife… an intimate moment together.
Totally almost slid down the hill taking this next shot… It isn’t good unless you get injured, right?! 
First dance as husband & wife….
….and finally, you know I couldn’t end this weeks blog without a word about MJ. Michael Jackson. Autumn’s friend made her an MJ “glove” and during an 11 minute multi-MJ-song-remix, she tossed it on & everyone partied down. King of Pop, this one’s for you!
This was amazing…. I’m still in awe 
After the 2 new black belts finished their testing, the kids were up next. There were different groups testing for different color belts. I was SO impressed with these kids… I came home & told Hayden that Noah needs to do karate… the amount of discipline that you can tell these kids have is fantastic. 
Shihan Richardson, the dojo’s (karate school) owner, after presenting their new belts.
Switching into the new (well-deserved!) belts….
If you’re wondering if that is a TIRE that I have their rings on, you’re exactly right. They love the outdoors, and especially love their quad (which they even brought along with them!) so I couldn’t pass up getting a ring shot that really represented what they love to do… together.
Mailynn’s mom helping her into dress #2!…. Mailynn wore a traditional Vietnamese wedding dress for a few family photos before the wedding, and for a portion of the reception.
Meanwhile… Jeff & his groomsmen were workin’ it out….
Mailynn was so awesome with her many wardrobe changes…
They decided to see each other before the ceremony to allow them to go directly into the reception after the ceremony was over. Whenever couples choose this option, I always suggest they still do something fun for their “first-look.” Here’s Mailynn coming up behind Jeff for the first time in her dress….
I love this next one because it’s totally Jeff & Mailynn. They love to laugh & enjoy life… and this shows it. 
I couldn’t stop talking during this next shot. Whenever I won’t shut up with the “Oh girl…” “Don’t move” “Perfect” “Wooooowww!”… Then you know it’s going to be a good one. 
The ceremony & reception were held at 
How much I love this next shot…. Let me count thee ways….
Tracey’s Maid of Honor, Dara, pulling the dress down for the bride to get ready….
For the second week in a row, I worked with my friend Olivia as she served as the wedding planner for Tracey & Jason’s wedding day…. Everything looked beautiful & I especially loved the centerpieces! Too cute!
