Maria and Jeff married on one of the hottest days of the year (so far.) Sweaty and warm, we all gathered together for this big day. But the heat didn’t matter. Because Maria and Jeff were vowing to spend forever with each other and I know we all would have been there no matter what the weather was like. We all know how much these two love each other and just being in their presence is such a gift!

If you are looking for two of the sweetest and most laid back people in the world, look no further than Maria and Jeff. I’m convinced that Maria is a real-life Disney princess. Seriously! Both are incredibly talented musicians, Maria has the most beautiful voice and Jeff can play just about any instrument. Not only are they both musically gifted but they are both surrounded by AMAZING families. I photographed Jeff’s brother’s wedding a few years ago (remember Alicia & Frank’s wedding?) and I felt SO happy I could come back again for this wedding.

I had such a wonderful time with Maria and Jeff during their Engagement Session last year and I couldn’t wait for their wedding. Their big day did not disappoint! Every single detail felt personal, whimsical, and totally fitting for them. It was an absolute honor to be a part of their special day!

Congratulations Maria & Jeff! Here’s to a life full of sweet music and even sweeter love!

This sweet little camper is where Maria and Jeff will be spending their honeymoon as they travel around the country for a month. How cute! Also, this wedding dress belongs to Jeff’s sister! She wore it on her wedding day and now Maria can wear it on hers!

Maria’s ring belonged to Jeff’s mother. But Jeff surprised Maria by upgrading the diamond and putting the original diamond in the necklace she wore. She had no idea until the ceremony when they exchanged rings!

Maria and her girls got ready right at Maria and Jeff’s home! Isn’t it just the cutest?!

I love that just Maria’s mother helped her get in her dress. Such a sweet and intimate moment.

Love their reaction to seeing Maria in her dress!

Aww! He’s so happy to see his bride!

This is the moment Maria realized her ring was different!

Maria helping Jeff get her lipstick off his face!

Maria and Jeff had the best getaway car to drive to the reception in!

It was SO hot outside but this bridal party didn’t complain one bit! They were such troopers!

The Newlyweds!

I can guarantee that I was squealing during their portrait time. They are just SO adorable!

Even though it was hot outside, Thornberry Creek at Oneida kept us nice and cool for the reception.

That ice sculpture!!

The newlyweds have arrived!

If guests wanted to see the bride and groom kiss they had to donate money to the bride’s favorite charity, Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary, a shelter for special needs cats. Maria is actually allergic to cats but she still loves them so much!

Maria and Jeff had a live band for their reception and they were incredible!

Thanks to all the amazing wedding vendors that helped make Maria & Jeff’s big day wonderful!

Ceremony: St. John the Evangelist Church // Reception & Catering: Thornberry Creek at Oneida //  Officiants: Father John Girotti and Deacon Nick Williams // Bride’s Hair:  Hair Extraordinaire // Bride’s Makeup: Belleza Hair & Makekup Artistry // Floral: Ebb & Flow Flowers // Wedding Dress Boutique: Bell Vie Bridal Couture // Wedding Dress Designer: Anne Barge // Bridesmaids’ Dresses: Vera Wang at David’s Bridal // Bride’s Shoes: INC International Concepts // Men’s Attire: Jason Louis // Rings: Bride – Groom’s mother’s original ring, Groom – Northwood Rings // Invitations: Wedding Paper Divas // Calligrapher: Lindsey Letters // Ice Sculpture: Krystal Kleer Ice Sculptures // Cake: Bake My Day // Macarons: Almond & Ivy // Cocktail Hour Music: Bob Balsley // Band: The Pocket Kings // Head Table Napkins: Ruby Design // Videographer: Ross and Jeanie Byrd