Pharrall Williams’s hit song “Happy” is currently ranked number one on Billboard’s “Hot 100″ list. And for good reason. It’s a great song. Not just because of how it sounds to everyone who hears it, but because of how it makes them feel. How it changes the mood and energy of a room. The way it can flavor an entire wedding day. In the line’s second verse, Pharrall sings, “Sunshine, she’s here.” If there was a single phrase that could summarize Morgan on her wedding day, that’d be it. She smiled. And smiled. And smile some more. Her laugh was contagious and her spirit was infectious. She really was sunshine. All day. When we walked in to her getting ready room, we didn’t think there was anything in the world that could make her smile brighter or laugh louder, until she saw Ryan for the first time during their first look and never looked back. It was electric. The way he teared up. The way she lit up. It was, in a word, beautiful. It was happiness at its best.
Morgan and Ryan, thank you for welcoming us into your life and trusting us to document some of your most precious memories. We love you both and wish you all the happiness in the world. As if you need it…
Morgan’s mom, Sherry, went to Heaven a few years ago. So, in her honor, Morgan weaved her mom into every aspect of the entire day from start to finish, including fastening a locket with her mom’s portrait to her bouquet so she could hold onto her as she walked down the aisle.
Morgan looked so beautiful while her maid of honor put the final touches on her dress.
Morgan! You’re stunning!
Morgan had a necklace custom designed with the words “Love you, Mom” that she wore around her neck so her mom could be close to her heart and walk with her every step of the way on her wedding day. It was such a sweet gesture and an incredible reminder of her mom every time she reached up to touch it.
Can we talk about these gorgeous florals from Petals and Lucy?! #photographerdream
Ryan was so anxious before their first look, but their reactions to seeing each other for the first time were precious and priceless.
We love how you can see that Ryan’s breathing in deep to hold back tears while Morgan glows.
Gah! So pretty!
Stop it, you two! Amazing!
They were both so genuinely happy…
…every time we fired the shutter…
…even when they didn’t know we were looking.
And then Morgan turned it on LIKE THIS! What?!
And like this.
Even Jordan was obsessing over the flowers. THAT’S when you know they’re swoonable! Is that even a word? We’re making it one!
Yay! Beautiful bridesmaids!
GQ. All. Day. Long.
LOVED the different colors and textures of these dresses! So fun!
The fellas…
Morgan’s mom’s boots lined the aisle with flowers to honor her life and the legacy that lives on in Morgan, her other children, and every person she touched.
Morgan’s older brother and our former groom, Adam, gave the blessing as the ceremony began.
Ryan couldn’t stop smiling at his beautiful bride. There’s nothing sweeter than watching a man in love fall more in love with the woman he loves.
There were LOTS of great laughs during the ceremony!
And a great kiss!
It’s official!
Husband and wife!
We love sneaking away with our couples after the ceremony for a few sunset photos as husband and wife, and you can’t beat this view! Of them or Phoenix!
Love! Love! Love!
It’s so cute the way they hold each other and make each other laugh! That’s what it’s ALL about!
We grabbed just a few more…
…right before the sun snuck behind the mountain.
And then the P-A-R-T-Y began!
Which, of course, included more fabulous flowers…
…and one HAPPY bride and groom!
LOVE these reactions during their first dance!
Ah! So adorable!
The toasts were so sweet and full of great laughs
…then dancing the night away…
…and being sent off in S-T-Y-L-E!
The perfect end to a perfect day.
the WEDDING TEAM…
Bride’s Dress: Essence of Australia
Bride’s Shoes: Rockwell Tharp
Catering: Different Point of View
Ceremony/Reception Location: Different Point of View
DJ: Ray the DJ
Floral Design: Petals & Lucy
Getting Ready Location: Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs
Hair Stylist: Wayne Dusterhoff
Makeup Artist: Sara Sanmarco
Photographers: Amy & Jordan
Planner: Care Schmidt from Sterling Weddings & Events
the GEAR USED for this WEDDING…
Canon 5D Mark III
Canon 50 1.2
Canon 70-200 2.8
Canon 100 2.8
Canon 24-70 2.8
Canon Speedlite 600 EX-RT
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