Backyard Atlanta Wedding
Rich + Ross are die hard Batman and Star Wars fans. It showed on the neckties they wore on the day their marriage began in a backyard Atlanta wedding ceremony. And maybe in their socks. This day could have been stressful from the previous rains and last minute decision to change ceremony locations. But what stood out was how magnificently thoughtful these two men are about everything.
Their Vows Made Me Cry
The vows they wrote and spoke to each other had tears sliding down their cheeks. And mine. Which is fine, because I know I’m likely going to cry at every wedding I photograph. I adore my couples and am always so excited for their wedding day. They deserve to have a photographer who is invested in them and not just showing up for another work day. I know my camera gear well enough to still create the composition and get the focus I need. Even if I can’t see through my tears. Which is how I can make promises to my couples before their wedding day arrives. I know I will be able to make the photographs they want and will cherish. For the rest of their lives.
We Knew It Might Be a Backyard Atlanta Wedding
When we met up before their wedding day, we talked about the ceremony being in front of this gorgeous mansion. But then the rains came and it became a less soggy set up for a backyard Atlanta wedding. Guests could keep their shoes neat and chairs wouldn’t sink into the ground. It was a different backdrop than what we planned, but it was an alternate we discussed during the initial walk through.
I love the opportunity to walk around locations with my couples prior to wedding days. It allows us to talk more about the photographs they want and the possibilities of all the different locations. As well as the “what if” contingencies if anything doesn’t go as planned. Talking through this in advance helps lower the stress levels for Day Of changes. We all know what to expect and what we’ll do to adjust. No bad surprises or spikes of stress over the unknown.
Pre-Planning Is Key
In addition to talking about locations and contingency plans for the day of their wedding, we also discussed all the formal groups. Having lists in place and everyone in the groupings aware and ready beforehand helped that part of the day move easily and quickly. Which is normally a relief for everyone. Folks want to celebrate, not stand in front of the camera. I get it. And I’m happy to help give all the tips on making it painless and quick. I want everyone to have a great time while still making the obligatory formal photographs my couples (and maybe their parents and/or grandparents) want.
Whether you’re planning a backyard wedding in Atlanta or another location and you’re looking for the right LGBTQ friendly photographer who will honor your privacy and wishes, you can start a conversation here. Also, if you don’t have a friend with a gorgeous mansion and backyard views to share for your wedding location like Rich + Ross…you can actually rent a backyard Atlanta wedding location.
Rich + Ross. You are two men I am better for knowing. Thank you for trusting me with such a key day in your lives!