Someone made me do it.

I was going to wait until I had a better copyright on these pictures, but I can’t – because someone said so!

So here you go. Another sneak peak (a lot more to peak at this time). Brandi & Eric’s wedding – March 20, 2009.

There were so many ironic things about this wedding.

1. Brandi contacted me about doing photos. She found me through a co-worker (thanks Steph!). After talking back and forth, it came to our attention that I knew her fiance Eric. Sure enough, I can remember hanging out with Eric MANY years ago – let’s say about 13 years! (Time sure does fly!)

2. The ceremony and reception were both in my hometown of Highland, IL.

3. My Mom did their wedding cake, and we didn’t realize it until just a few weeks before the wedding.

I think that is all!

Anyway, on to the pictures, because I know that is what the readers are waiting for.

Brandi got her hair done in a salon in Highland – owned by the Groom’s uncle.

I don’t know the whole story about this – but I do know that it means something to the bride and her friends – maybe an old High School sports team possibly.

Aren’t these the CUTEST bags, ever?!

Yes, Eric’s wedding band is a Lord of the Rings ring!
I have to say that when I first posted this, someone asked if it was a LOTR ring, and I very proudly said YES! So proud that the detail is so clear here that you can tell what it is!

The honeymoon suite at Michael’s was GORGEOUS. Made for some AWESOME photos!

This is the gift that was in those adorable bags. The bride really did go for personalization. What a sweetie!

A Special Touch Florist, in Highland, IL, did an excellent job! Brandi’s flowers were AWESOME!!

I love the look on Brandi’s face here!

The bride has chosen this as her “favorite” (so far!).

Thankfully, they had a very cooperative wedding party!
Though it did take about 8133945 times to get this photo right, because they were all jumping at different times. LOL

Priceless!

I’m sorry. . .I’m still a selective color lover!!!!

Brandi and Eric were awesome. They were willing to do anything and everything Elisa (second shooter) and I were telling them to do, even if it meant going out in the middle of the street for a little dance. I’m so glad, it made for some awesome photos!!! As you can see, it was getting dark. . .I LOVE sunset picture!

I think this is MY favorite (so far!).
Dancing in the streets of Highland.

First dance dip!

If you come back later – when the rest of the photos are edited, I will have a full slideshow for your viewing pleasure!

THANK YOU Brandi and Eric – you were AWESOME.
I hope ALL future brides and grooms are as cooperative as you were!!!