Rich and Jessica painstakingly worked to create a relaxing, intimate reception for their guests, and it was truly representative of who they are as a couple. They had a Caribbean band, signature drink, and countless details that made the party unique. Jessica's dad sculpted the beautiful lighthouses that adorned each table and each lighthouse was different-the detail in each was amazing!

This was probably one of our all time favorite BHI weddings! Wonderful couple, wonderful guests and a fun, memorable party! They even planned a cookout after the reception as a fun after party for all the wedding guests!

The beautiful lighthouses Jessica's dad created.

Crumb de la Crumb created the most delicious cake ever. Seriously.
The couple had choreographed their first dance and it was so much fun to watch!

The wedding party.

The gestures these two exchanged were so sweet, it was very evident how much they cared for each other.

The father-daughter dance gets me every time. I guess it's part of being a mom now. I just think it is one of those beautiful moments that becomes iconic in a woman's life.

After the reception we headed back to the beach house to get some more relaxed images of the bride and groom, minus the bride and groom wardrobe.

I love this image. I feel like it perfectly represents these two...taking a nap on the beach. All they need is a picnic blanket to complete the moment.

Jessica has the greatest smile!

Thanks Jessica and Rich for being so awesome and allowing us to be a part of your wedding day! You guys are the best!

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Our sweet little girl just had her 5 month birthday on November 1st!
She is rolling around everywhere and now she is showing the beginning movements of crawling. Lucky for us, she is still a work in progress on that one. She is quite the drooling machine, always glistening with slobber. Also, she is perfecting the art of the kiss. Which to her is a big sloppy, open mouth "O" shape that she leans in towards your face, along with lots of slobber. It's darling. Recently she has discovered her feet, which was quite the discovery of her little life. She can frequently be found trying to pull her socks off and then when successful, placing those cute stubby toes in her mouth...followed by a grimace. She is so much fun.

We feel so privileged to be able to watch her grow up!

These are some images compiled from that last month. She is changing so fast it's hard to keep up!

Feet are fun!

And eating is fun!

And Daddy is fun!

Jessica and Rich (to be horribly cliche) were made for each other.

They are a uniquely compatible couple and very much in love. I believe this marriage has been seven years in the making. And with such a loving history built upon friendship and withstanding time and distance-it is truly going to be a lasting thing.

This two were a dream to photograph. They were up for just about anything and it allowed us to be as creative as we wished. A great couple and a beautiful day at Bald Head Island makes for some very happy photographers!

We started the day at this amazing beach house.
Bald Head Island is so beautiful. We love the opportunity to photograph there.
Jessica had this bell engraved for Rich with their wedding date on it. I think it is such a unique wedding gift.

The garter was a family heirloom.

Jessica and her maid of honor. I love moments like these on a wedding day.

Jessica and her oh-so-blue eyes.

Rich and Jessica chose to see each other before the ceremony-which we love! This is Rich seeing his bride for the first time.

These two hold hands (actually pinkies) this way when they want to say 'I love you' to each other without any one else knowing. I love it.

For the first time ever we actually were able to go in Old Baldy and photograph and despite the smell, it was well worth it.
This might be my favorite shot ever. They are so in love!

Waiting to walk down the aisle.

We stopped by a wildlife walk that these two frequent. Although it was bright we got some great shots and managed not to encounter any wildlife.

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We recently had some fun with the Davis family
Their daughter, Penelope, is growing like a weed and getting cuter by the moment. I can't believe she will be turning one in December. Time passes so quickly watching a baby grow and she is a joy to watch!

I'm so thankful that Melissa and Matt are ahead of us on the parental learning curve! Kevin and I will be chasing Maggie around before we know it-so I'm trying to enjoy limited mobility while it lasts!

I love this image.

I think this one might be my favorite. Penelope already knows how to work the camera.

Oh how I love this picture. Kevin held up a wobbly, unsuspecting Maggie while Penelope tried to attack her. I can't wait for these girls to play in the dirt together.

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Hannah and Casey have been such a joy to work with and we were super excited about their wedding day. The beautiful ceremony was held at St. Thomas Preservation Hall with a quick change over for the reception. The day was wonderful and we were so happy to be a part of it.

The guys saying a prayer before the ceremony.

Moments before the ceremony. Hannah is glowing.

Casey seeing his bride.

The Alison did a fabulous job on the cake!