I have been talking about Suzanne and Andy’s wedding since I had the pleasure of photographing it (when you shoot a really great wedding you can’t help but share some of the details). Although the forecast called for rain the skies were blue and cloud free—however, we were met with unbelievable humidity and heat. But Andy, Suzanne and their wonderful families and friends barely complained about the heat (okay, a little complaining, but I am talking furnace level heat here) and just seemed excited for their most special day. And while it was a beautiful wedding at a superb location (love the MSU horticulture gardens) with beautiful flowers and great good from the Wrought Iron Grill it was the emotion that made this day special. Well, the emotion and of course the dogs. The whole bridal party clearly loves and supports this couple. When Andy had a handmade card delivered to Suzanne it had all of the bridesmaids in tears. But in my opinion the best part of the day was the ceremony. Andy surprised Suzanne by having their dog Bear run down the aisle and deliver the rings. It was amazing and was a complete shock to everyone there. It was really wonderful to witness and I am so thrilled and honored I got to be part of Andy and Suzanne’s wedding celebration.

The bridal party called this pose “Dragon” and did it throughout the day–it killed me every time.

As a handkerchief Suzanne carried some fabric that she wore as a bonnet when she was a baby.

Suzanne’s sister Katherine was so expressive throughout the day –from huge smiles to lots of tears. Suzanne gave her some liquid courage to prepare her for her Maid of Honor toast.