Matt + Kahle // Wedding: Westerville, Ohio

Kahle + Matt

I think the biggest thing that stuck out to me about Kahle + Matt's relationship was how serious they took marriage. They knew "once married"  "always married". They didn't rush into their marriage. They took it slow. They seeked God's will for years and years and years on what His will was for "them".  They discovered what real love was. It wasn't just a feeling to them, it was an action. It was waiting til the other was ready to say "I do", giving space, not rushing marriage because they were willing to do what was best for each other regardless of their own wants + the act of giving each other to the other person in a whole. So many wonderful characteristics their relationship/marriage holds. It was built on a rock not sinking sand. 

I don't think I've seen a guy so in love with his bride. Matt's face as Kahle walked down the aisle was truly priceless. Kahle in return knew how blessed she was to be marrying Matt and calling him her husband forever. It is so so refreshing to see God-honouring couples unite in marriage and having one goal - bringing glory and honor to God. 

I'm so blessed to have been a small part of their love. 

Jason + Hannah // Wedding: Dayton, Ohio Wedding & Portrait Photographer

Hannah + Jason

They are farmers. They are country people. They bale hay. They know how to work. They know how to work hard. They knew what they wanted and they found it in each other. Hannah and Jason's wedding was a perfect mix of country life + "pretty in pink".  They already have a family and wouldn't have had it any other way. They are each other's dream come too, for real. 

Hannah is so upbeat and vibrant. Jason is honest and genuine-kind person.

Two peas in a pod they are! 

Jordan + Emily // Wedding: West Chester, Ohio Wedding & Portrait Photographer

Emily + Jordan

Love is sweet and Jordon and Emily have it--that sweet, tender, passionate, unconditional love for each other. You can see it in their eyes. They both lite up uncontrollable when they saw each other for the "first look" on their wedding day. 

When I met with Emily prior to the wedding day she was as happy + anxious as can be to marry her man and become Mrs.Colvin forever. She had been waiting for this day to come and when it finally did she was as joyous and beautiful as ever (and so was Jordan). She told me several times that Jordon was her rock, her safe place. He made her feel complete, safe and calm--fulfilled, and that is the exact reason she wanted to do the "first look" instead of waiting til she walked down the aisle. 

Emily and Jordon's wedding was very nontraditional and I loved it, it was "them" and let me tell you it was so lovely. Everything. Simple lovely. 

//"One day, far away, you gently won my heart

And one night, by candlelight, we made a vow to never partAnd then it seemed just like a dreamWhen wide eyed, side by sideWe faced the future holding hands"// -Steve Green

Wedding // Garrett + Sara: Westerville, Ohio Wedding & Portrait Photographer

Sara + Garrett

   

    Incredible. 

We pulled into Sara's parents house where the girls were getting ready. There was wedding decorations outside the house to get everyone into wedding mode.  As we walked in we hear girls giggling, the smell of hair spray, and many smiling faces greeting us. Sara was so so giddy, like I've never seen any bride be. She was full of vibrant life and excitement. She kept saying "I get to married Garret today!!"  *with a squeal* over and over. With her Starbucks cup in hand, that said "Bride",  she was getting ready to be Garrett's bride forever. As she got her dress on everyone had to hold back tears of joy because...

"SARA WAS GETTING MARRIED TO GARRETT TODAY!"

We headed off to do the First Look.  Sara waiting in the car. We took Garrett back to the spot where he would see his bride for the first time. Sara headed down the path to see her Groom. She took off his blind fold and the look on both of their faces was priceless pure joy is the only way I can describe it. I believe that is truly what God intended for Husband and Wife to find in each other. 

The ceremony was God-honoring, emotional and overflowing with tears of laughter and joy. Even though they got rained out and had to move the ceremony to the Barn, Sara and Garrett didn't let it put a damper on their day or their mood--high spirits the entire day. Oh, and the bridal party was fantastic helpers, seriously, the best I've seen. 

Garrett + Sara and are like two peas in a pod. I know that's kinda corny but they are. They just match. They rhyme well. Mesh perfectly. They are each other's God-send. 

Oh and yes, every detail of this wedding was particular and unique.  Sara you had an amazingly-beautiful wedding. Check out their first dance too--incredible.

Wedding // Justin + Erin: Anna, Ohio Wedding & Portrait Photographer

Justin + Erin

Being loved by someone gives you strength, 
while loving someone 
deeply gives you courage.
 -Lao Tzu 

It is neat to see the different couples God sends my way. Erin was home schooled and from a large family just like me. I think it made us kindred Spirits (as Anne of Green Gables would say).  She also reminded me of Anne of Green Gables in her looks. She isn't talkative and dramatic like Anne, but she is quiet, caring and very sweet. The whole day she kept asking us if we were doing ok and if we needed anything (even though it was HER wedding day). Selfless. 


Justin & Erin compliment each other so perfectly.  They love each other deeply and are confident in what they have together, the kind of confidants that last forever. They are best friends and know how to laugh and have fun together (even on their wedding day they were carefree and just really really enjoyed each other. They didn't rush things--they soaked it all in).  
I don't think I've ever seen so much family at one wedding. I could see how loved and how important they are to so many people. 

(Ohhhh yes, and they square danced!).

Engagement // Taylor + Scott: Hueston Woods Wedding & Portrait Photographer

"My heart is, and always will be, yours." – Sense and Sensibility

Wedding // Nathan + Jennifer: Greenville, Ohio Wedding & Portrait Photographer

Nathan + Jennifer are married!

We were surrounded by cornfields, big red barns and lots of family for the wedding. The day started out rainy, but turned into a BEAUTIFUL day with a beautiful sunset at the end. I knew a lot of the guest that attended the wedding and had actually photographed a few of them, so it was a special wedding for me. Not just because of familiarity, but because Nathan & Jennifer had both been waiting a long time for each other. They didn't know they would marry each other, but God knew and they waited on God to show them who that perfect one for them would be. Waiting is hard. Waiting is worth it though, as they 2nd ;)

The ceremony was very special and honest. He told them how marriage will not always be fun and a fairytale, but you still have to stick with it because its so worth it in the long run. Marriage is a marathon, not a sprint.

 

 Nathan + Jennifer are a family now and it has been wonderful being able to capture their love together. Oh, and the reception was magical. There was a full moon, with icily lights, combine with fireworks and one in love couple *sigh* so perfect.

Wedding // Kristin + Kyle: Dayton, Ohio Wedding & Portrait Photographer

My summer has been SO very busy with weddings + sessions and getting them all on the blog is a challenge, but I'm getting there slowly. Thanks for the patience!

Kristin and Kyle had a perfectly lovely wedding on June 1st. June 1st was a VERY popular date this year. I must have had 6 brides ask about that date, but Kristin got to it first. It was a joyful + happy day. It was moderate temperature for June and a little overcast, but the rain stayed away just long enough for the portraits after (makes you thankful you have connections to the weather man aka: God). Kristin and Kyle's ceremony was the cutest - it was short, sweet and very traditional. They even had wedding bells rung right after they were pronounced husband and wife. The kind of ceremony you see in a old fashioned movie. A lot of her details were vintage/old fashioned. Her dress had laced embossed in it, I'm a sucker for lace...it's the best. Kristin was absolutely stunning, as you will see, and Kyle looked pretty good too ;) Gosh, my weddings this year just keep getting better and better. It was my pleasure to photograph your wedding Kristin + Kyle. I wish you an endless amount of happy years together (remember I photograph babies too, your kids will SO cute). 

Ohhh, be sure to check out the cake photos. It's not your typical cake cutting ;)

Wedding // A.J. + Milissa: Cincinnati, Ohio Wedding & Portrait Photographer

“You've gotta dance like there's nobody watching,

Love like you'll never be hurt,

Sing like there's nobody listening,

And live like it's heaven on earth.”

― William W. Purkey

Senior // David : Dayton, Ohio Wedding & Portrait Photographer

This is David. There is so much to say about this young man. He's my younger brother (if you couldn't tell already). He is number 8 in the Robertson clan and I'm gonna brag on him a little bit, OK?
David is incredible. He's really really good at everything he does. He succeeds at whatever he puts his mind to. He's mature 10x times his age, oh and he's graduating a year early...with working a full time job.
 David is an avid sports fan and is talented at nearly every sport he plays. David has lots of bragging rights, but he never brags on himself...ever. He is one of the humblest teenagers I know. He doesn't think much of himself, he puts others before himself. He has one of the sweetest-kindest hearts I know. He is responsible. He is a true friend. He wakes up early to read his Bible...he wants to be the best christian he can be. He's an amazing testimony to those around him. He will stand up for what he believes-- not in a cocky "I know everything way" but in a concerned-genuine way. He is one of those guys that would take a bullet for anyone. Anyway, I'm going to stop bragging so you can see the pictures. Having his picture taken isn't David's favorite thing, but he at least let me get a hand full. I still am having a hard time taking it in that he is graduating. I feel like life needs to pause and let us all catch out breath.

Mom wanted some with his Cap and Gown ;)

Wedding // Sarah + Aaron: Mansfield, Ohio Wedding & Portrait Photographer

Sarah + Aaron....they love God with all their heart and they love each other with all their heart. The wedding day was the first time I had actually met Sarah and Aaron, due to travel distance, she welcomed me with a hug and a beautiful smile...she was SO excited because she was about to marry the love of her life, Aaron. All her bridesmaids were silly and giddy with her in sharing her excitement. 

This was truly going to be an unforgettable day!

As people crowd into the church, every seat was filled. So many friends and family came to share in this unforgettable day. Surely these' two individuals were very loved.  As Sarah walked down the aisle tears started to swell in her eyes, and the same with Aaron, those moments are some of my favorite of the entire day...It's hard to explain how much love and joy is behind those tear-filled eyes. The ceremony was genuine and heartfelt. It showed forth the love and faith they have in God--not ashamed to share it with everyone there, in hopes they'd all receive Jesus as they did. 

Once I started portraits with Aaron & Sarah I saw the teamwork and gentleness and silliness and sincerity and pure joy they have with each other (gosh, I'm so SO lucky to get to know such wonderful-in love people). 

The whole day was simply perfect. For real.

"When two people are meant for each other, no time is too long, no distance is too far, no one can ever tear them apart." -Unknown

Wedding // Amedee + Doug: Dayton, Ohio Wedding & Portrait Photographer WPAFB

 Amedee is a professional opera singer for Des Moines Metro Opera, and Doug went to Seminary to become a Pastor. They both attended Wheaton College in Illinois where they met. The first time Doug saw Amedee he said she was the most beautiful women he had ever seen. Amedee in return was very attracted to Doug.  Amedee was part of the opera performance at the school and they had posters posted around the campus. Doug had taken one of the posters and put it in his doom because it had Amedee's picture on it. He constantly reminded himself that he could never get her because she was too beautiful. Little did he know Amedee was dying for him to ask her out. Doug's friends all told him that Amedee liked him, but he refused to believe a women this beautiful would be interested in him. Finally, Amedee decided to ask him out herself, Doug was in shock but agreed whole heartily.....and the rest is history.

Amedee and Doug's wedding was far from ordinary.  Amedee had brides men (her closes friends and brother), and Doug had a grooms women (his sister) along with his grooms men. At the end of the ceremony Amedee had planned a Opera song to sing along with a couple of her Opera friends in the crowd. They broke out into song right after they were pronounced "Husband and Wife" (so cool). Yes, and Doug has dreads...and did I mention Amedee sings Opera?! Like I said a very un-ordinarily wedding in so many awesome ways. (Oh and a cool side note--Amedee's father is a three star general for the Air force and they had the first four star female general (in Military history) at the wedding).

They make the cutest couple! Both are fun and easy going. Doug's madly in love with her and to him he's got the most beautiful women he's ever seen and Amedee adores her Douggie. So privileged to be a part of this wedding and document their love.

{Wedding} Kelli + Kyle: Dayton, Ohio Wedding & Portrait Photographer

As Reed and I arrived at the church Kyle also arrived about the same time. As we were walking in I asked him if he was nervous about the whole day or anything, he replied with "No, I'm not nervous. I know I've got the right girl!" *with much confidence*.  As you noticed he didn't say the "perfect girl", he simply said the "right girl". I think he had it dead on when he said that because as the saying goes "A perfect marriage is just two imperfect people who refuse to give up on each other".  Such a true statement.
Even though I don't know Kelli and Kyle super well, I know them well enough to see the love and care they have for each other. You will see in the portraits below how attached and comfortable they are with each other. It makes me giddy like a school girl photographing people reaalllllyyyyy in love. Kyle even shed a few tears as his girl, Kelli, walked down the aisle (melts me heart).  Enjoy this little sneak peek into the day Kyle and Kelli became Husband and wife.

{Engagement} Jason + Hannah: Dayton, Ohio Wedding & Portrait Photographer

Hannah and Jason lived less then half a mile down the road from each other for the majority of their lives, but never met and didn't meet for years and years later. They both had been through a lot when they met and connected on a level post people wouldn't understand. They are sweet and cuddly, yet they tease/poke at each and throw sarcasm into the mix (sarcasm is like my families middle name lol), so I felt right at home photographing them AT their home/farm. Oh and remember straw and hay are not the same thing, and don't ever tell a straw farmer that they are.

Their wedding is going to be awesome!

{Engagement} Hannah + Caleb: Dayton, Ohio Wedding & Portrait Photographer

Well, I've known Hannah since we were both little, bitty, tiny kids. We attended the same church many, many years ago. We hadn't seen/heard from each other in probably ten years then with the "almighty" (lol) Facebook we became friends again. Shortly after we found each other on Facebook Hannah got engaged to the love of her life, Caleb. I'm so happy she asked me to photograph their love. Sadly, I was already booked for her wedding date, but I'm so thrilled I got to take their engagement pictures. They are such a cute-fun-awesome-adoorable couple together. Gosh, I love how playful they are together. So fun. Ok, that's all...enjoy!

{Wedding/Personal} Our Wedding One Year Ago

ONE YEAR! It's already been one year since Reed and I got married. It's been a fun, wonderful, trying, interesting, amazing and incredible year all at the same time. To be married to someone God made for you is just indescribable.

Reed and I really are best friends! We do almost everything together, not because we have to, but because we WANT to.

My life is better because of Reed. Thank you for my husband Lord.

Enjoy some of my favorite shoots from my wedding. Photo credit: Melissa Esterline Photography

{Wedding/Personal} Timothy + Iuliana: Dayton, Ohio Wedding & Portrait Photographer

 As many of you know there were four marriages in my family within ONE YEAR. Timothy + Iuliana were the last to get married, even though they were first to get engaged, which means there was a lot of waiting....waiting...waiting.

BUT IT FINALLY CAME!

 It was their day! Their wedding day had finally come and all the waiting was over. Timothy and Iuliana have known each other since they were little kids. They never dreamed they'd be getting married to each other, but God had a very different plan in mind for them and they were happy.

It was a perfect day, because it was THEIR day! Being able to photograph most the wedding and be in the wedding was perfect for me. I loved being able to follow them around all day and capture all the excitement, laughs, tears, soft kisses and, well you know, all that mushy stuff. ;) 

It was also such a happy day for me! One of my best friends was about to become my sister, and my brother's heart was about to be complete. Enjoy this peak into their day!

I didn't photograph the ceremony, obviously since I was a bridesmaid, so I don't have a lot of photos from the ceremony, but let me tell you....IT WAS PRECIOUS! Their vows to each other were so heart felt and genuine. I felt so thankful that my brother found Iuliana--someone who is selfless and beautiful through and through, and that Iuliana was getting my brother as her husband who loves and cherishes her SO much.

{Wedding} Kirsten + Brady: Dayton, Ohio Wedding & Portrait Photographer

Kirsten + Brady's wedding was my very first wedding 2013. I love Winter weddings! There is just something magical about the snow on the ground and brisk air paired with a beautiful bride and a handsome groom and lots of laughs. Oh and the fact that God made it snowing right when we started couple pictures helped with the magic ;)

They met in 7th grade and have been lovers ever since. kudos to you both, that is really special and something to be proud of. I would've loved to seen you guys together as 7th graders. Eek, I'm sure it was the most adorable thing!! I love happy, fun, love-stuck couples.

Enjoy this peak into their day.

 

{Wedding} Pete + Jamie: Dayton, Ohio Wedding & Portrait Photographer

{Part 2: Love+Learning+Together} Tis' the season

November was a very busy month for Reed and I. We went to Indianapolis for a half marathon. My very first half marathon, I might add. It took a lot of hard work, but so rewarding and satisfying. We both completed in great time too.(Iphone photos for the next few pictures).


Then we went to Seiverville, TN. I was volunteering as a photographer for the National Bible Bee and Reed was also on the volunteer staff. This was a first for Reed and I. It was such a blessing to see so many children memorizing the scripture and quoting it perfectly. It was a great week there. It was beautiful having the mountains as our background everyday.




Well shortly after was Thanksgiving! Our first Thanksgiving married...I'm inserting an "Awwww" right here.




This Thanksgiving we started a new tradition with all the married siblings-- an ornament exchange. So much fun!! :)


Thanksgiving was at Mom's house like usual.






...then there is December-- the Christmas month.
(more Iphone photos)




We got our very first Christmas tree to call our own. I've had so much fun decorating the house all Christmas"y", making Christmas cards from us, the Campbells, snuggling under warm blankets with the hubby, hanging Christmas lights outside on "our" porch, getting Christmas cards addressed to The Campbell's, listening to Christmas music--it all warms my heart, especially to share it all with Reed. Every day that goes by I love him more and more, and he shows me how much he loves me. You think when you get married you couldn't ever love that someone more, but you do, oh SO much more. I'd recommend getting married to anyone ;) lol

Isn't it purttttyyyy?!