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HERE YOU CAN FIND FEATURED GALLERIES, WEDDING DAY TIPS, INSPIRATION, AND A LITTLE BIT MORE ABOUT YOURS TRULY!

Venue: Bourgmont WineryPhotography and Design: Elle Marie PhotographyFlorals: Solstice Floral StudioStationery: Little Yellow LeafRentals: Supply Rentals and Event DesignGown and tuxedo: Bridal ExtraordinaireHair and Makeup: Hello Lovely KCCake: Marigold Cakes

Bourgmont Winery | Styled Shoot

Bourgmont Winery wedding with a horse

September 21, 2022

Venue: Eagles Bluff at Lake OlathePlanning: Town Square PaolaPhotography: Elle Marie PhotographyFlorals: Floral Accents by DianaWedding Gown: Sweet Illusion BridalHair Stylist: Styles by Alisha Makeup Artist: Juliana ZolotorSuits: Men’s WearhouseBridesmaid’s Dresses: Kennedy BlueRentals: Town Square PaolaCatering: Premier CateringCake: Happy TiersDJ: DJ Connection See their engagement session here.

Megan and Cole | Wedding at Eagles Landing Lake Olathe

Bride and groom at Kansas City Wedding at Lake Olathe

September 17, 2022

On a warm summer day, Jessica and Clayton married at the beautiful White Iron Ridge in Smithville, Missouri. The skies were a bright blue, the same shade the couple had chosen to represent their wedding day. It was perfect. Every detail had been carefully planned: from Jessica’s stunning blue heels that parallel her flawless fashion […]

Jessica and Clayton | Wedding at White Iron Ridge

bride and groom at white iron ridge wedding in kansas city

July 8, 2022

Venue: White Iron RidgePhotography: Elle Marie PhotographyFlorals: Wild Hill Flowers and EventsStationer: MintedRentals: UltrapomGown: Oleg CassiniSuits: Men’s WearhouseBridesmaids Dresses: David’s BridalHair and Makeup: Hello Lovely KCCakes: Marigold CakesCatering: Premier Catering of Kansas CityIce Cream Truck: Betty Rae’s Ice Cream See their engagement session here.

Sophia and Matthew | Wedding at White Iron Ridge

Bride and groom at white iron ridge wedding in kansas city

June 17, 2022

The shoot I had been dreaming about. For months, I sat with an idea in my head of doing a styled shoot that encompassed all of my favorite things. A representation of my brand and who I am. From the color palette, to the gowns, to the smallest details, I had planned something that brought […]

Oakwood Country Club | Styled Shoot

deckled edge stationery with bright florals oakwood country club

May 25, 2022

Carrie and Peter’s wedding took place on what turned out to be a beautiful Spring day. After days of rain, the clouds moved away, letting the sun peak through. They got ready separately, but both within the walls of the home they share, a personal touch that always warms my heart. Portraits were taken around […]

Carrie and Peter | Wedding at The Stanley Event Space

May 21, 2022

Emersed in emerald trees sits the Chateau Avalon hotel and its newest companion, the A-Vent Space. A structure comprised of steel and glass, it beckons the outdoors to join in under the covered ceiling. Located in northern Kansas City, a hidden gem tucked right in. This whimsical shoot stood upon classic neutrals while playing with […]

A-Vent Space – Vignette III | Maggie and Kelly

June 27, 2021

Tucked away in its own little space of northern Kansas City, the Chateau Avalon hotel sits alongside its newest companion, the A-Vent Space. A structure comprised of steel and glass, surrounded by vast emerald green trees. While the architecture lends itself to that of a European getaway, the midwest air was warm and humid. Touches […]

A-Vent Space – Vignette II | Monica and Blake

June 27, 2021

This eclectic-boho shoot boasted with warmth; the warmth of the color palette, the warmth of the air, the warmth of smooth bourbon. Accents of tangerine and cactus were a nod to the heat of summer, while touches of mahogany and scarlet brought notes of cozy autumn days. Newly-engaged couple, Isaac and Darrell, lingered by the […]

A-Vent Space – Vignette I | Isaac and Darrell

June 27, 2021

Venue: Executive Hills Polo ClubPlanner: Brick and Ivory EventsPhotographer: Elle Marie PhotographyFlorals: Country FloralsCake and desserts: McLain’s BakeryGown: Hayley Paige / Maiden Voyage BridalVeil: Kendra J. BridalBridal Accessories: Olive and PiperSuits: Jos A. BankBridemaid’s Dresses: Lulu’sHair and makeup: Paradise KCDJ: DJ ConnectionCatering: Brancato’s Catering

Executive Hills Polo Club | Casey and Garrett

Executive Hills Polo Club fall wedding kansas city bride and groom fine art photographer

October 31, 2020

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