Bry & Josh’s Spring Wedding in Ames

Their wedding day had all of the usually trimmings – a stunning white gown that took the groom’s breath away, glittering jewel earrings, and of course an amazing celebration. This beautiful colorful spring wedding is a far cry from how Bry and Josh first met, though. With a puffy face and her food options limited to slushies and anything blended, their initial interactions came within days of Bry having her wisdom teeth removed. Apparently it was love at first sight, even with a swollen face! But obviously Josh looked past those first impressions, and their friendship built into a romance that went on for several years. Road trips, visits to Dairy Queen, and dreams of the future ahead of them brought them closer together with each passing day. Until finally, the long awaited proposal happened!

Everyone gathered for a private family-only ceremony at the ISU Alumni Center to celebrate Bry and Josh. It was beautiful, personal, and full of emotion. Bry shed a few tears when she read her hand written vows, and when the ceremony was complete, you could tell they were so incredibly excited. I love that moment! After their ceremony, we explored the campus for some private time for the couple and a few portraits. Spring came late to Iowa this year, so we were blessed with a few remaining blooming spring trees! Then we made our way to the newly-renovated Story County Community Building for a huge celebration with all of their friends. For them, it was perfect!

I hope you enjoy reliving Bry and Josh’s best day ever!

I adore Bry’s colorful spring bouquet from Chicken Shed Primitives!

Bry and Josh opted to not have a bridal party, so it was just Bry and her mom during their getting ready time. I think this was the quickest dress to put on that I’ve ever seen!

Bry & and her daddy getting a moment together. I’m fast becoming a fan of the daddy-daughter first look.

The small gated garden at the alumni center served as our ceremony site.

Having chosen not to see one another before the ceremony, this was a BIG moment for them!

Married!!!

Blessed with lots of time between their ceremony and reception, we took advantage of the beautiful scenery at ISU for portrait time. I am in LOVE with this one and secretly hope it ends up framed in their house!

I wish every bride chose a long veil – they are definitely my favorite!

Below left is another favorite of mine!

We always ALWAYS make sure we have a classic portrait of the couple smiling at the camera. Don’t these two look amazing!

Their reception was held in the recently renovated Story County 4H Building, which is located in Nevada, about a 15 min drive from Ames. When you hear the name, you don’t picture this beautiful barn, but it’s GORGEOUS!

Instead of cutting a cake, they cut a giant cinnamon bun baked by the bride!!!

Their vibrant colorful wildflower centerpieces were so refreshing to photograph! It’s been a while since I’ve seen so much color at one wedding, and I loved it!

Here come the newlyweds!

They treated their guests to a delicious dinner provided by Christiani’s, and topped off the night with a spread of desserts, including a s’more station!