It really doesn’t usually take me this long to blog a wedding. Ecspecially since this was one of my FAVORITES. But I’ve been out of town. That’s my excuse and I’m sticking to it
This wedding has been much anticipated for me. The second Abbie came to my house to sign her contract, I kneeeeew. I just knew she’d quickly become one of my favorite brides. I love when the wedding is over, and I still feel like I have a friend. Like she’s not just DONE with me! I’m so happy that Abbie and Derek allowed me to be apart of their special day. They are one of my most favorite families. Yes, I caught my hair on fire during their reception.

The wedding and reception was at the Cajun Cafe in Lake Charles. I have never worked at this venue before, but I sure hope I get to work there again! They were so great and did so much for Abbie! I will find out the name of the man that did all the flowers. Because he did a spectacular job! Abbie if you’ll leave his name in the comment section, much appreciated![]()


The most beautiful flower girl!



And Robin Abrams did Abbie’s makeup. And man oh man, did she do a great job! She is available for any session. And for your wedding day. If you’d like more info, just email me!




Pretty much my most favorite ring shot of all time.

And pretty much the most beautiful bride of all time. I know I always say that. What can I say? I’m blessed to have all of the most beautiful brides!!!

If you can still breathe, it’s not tight enough. Us girls know that is the rule with wedding dresses!!

Cute much???

Gotta LOVE the laughing bridesmaids pictures. I’m pretty sure I was saying something REALLY dumb right here. But hey, it worked![]()

Couldn’t decide on a favorite between the next two…

But I think this one takes the award. I’m thinking print for my office ?

If you only knew….

Sorry Derek, but I told you this was gonna go on the blog![]()

Mr. GQ. Oh yes he is.


One of my most favorites!!

Yea, so I have alot of favorites!




Ya’ll know I love cutting off peoples heads
No no, I just love when all you can see is a smile. I love when you can tell someone’s happy without even seeing all of them.


And I loooove unity candle shots!





See the smile? You just know.

I had so much going on, you know, with my hair being on fire and all, that I forgot to eat a sundae!


What do you do when your hair is crispy? You smile and keep shooting!


See Abbie and Derek’s slideshow HERE
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I LOVE LOVE LOVE the blog! Kent at Albertsons on Country Club Rd did the flowers! him and Kelly at Cajun Cafe were amazing they put up with me.hahaha. i didnt get to eat a sundae either! thank you so much Jess! you are THE BEST!you helped me so much with all the wedding stuff and im so glad that me and you have become friends. can’t wait to work with you again!
Just beautiful…I love the pics before the wedding where were they taken? Everyone of the shots were beautiful. KUDOS!!
I love ALL of them…of course… but my favs are the mini bride and groom collage!! they were to precious!! The bride and groom were a beautiful match great job on capturing them
Beautiful pics as always! Man, I gotta find somebody to marry me so you can shoot my wedding! LOL
YAY! they’re AWESOME! i love the collages!
BEAUTIFUL!!!!!
Simple gorgeous work….as usual. So inspiring!
Hey Jess- I loved looking at the pics…. I cannot wait for you to take my wedding pics!
I must say I love your work…you know how to capture some great pictures! Beautiful wedding, gorgeous couple!
Thank you for the gorgeous pictures. Abbie and Derek are one of my all time favorites also!! Look forward to working with you real soon. Such a pleasure!!
Loving your work
Great job!