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August 26, 2022

: Wedding

Romantic Southern Wedding in Killen, Alabama – Shelby + Cheston

This beautiful, romantic wedding in Killen, Alabama was so incredibly special. Shelby and Cheston crafted the most charming wedding day that perfectly reflected their personalities as a couple. The day began with each partner getting ready in separate “his” and “hers” cabins on the property at The Owls Landing. Each of them were surrounded by close family and their nearest and dearest friends. I met up with Shelby and her girls at the most quaint white cabin overlooking a turquoise blue lake. Ducks were swimming about as we captured the sweetest moments of Shelby putting her dress on with the help of both her mom and her Maid of Honor.

It was an overcast and rainy day, but that didn’t damper anyone’s moods. The first part of the day was slow and intentional. We took our time taking photos of all of Shelby’s precious details from her dress and veil, to the custom engraved ring box that housed both her and Cheston’s wedding bands. All of the girls wore matching satin pajamas as they took their time preparing their hair and makeup.

The groom’s cabin was on the other side of the lake. Cheston received help from his Best Man (his Papa) and his dad in putting on the finishing touches of his suit. I always find it so special when a family member is chosen to be a Best Man or Maid of Honor. Cheston read a note from his future bride and as well as opened gifts from her and also from his parents.

Now was time for the couple to have a “First Touch.” Shelby and Cheston opted out of having a First Look before the ceremony, wanting to go the more traditional route. However, they still wanted to have a special moment between the two of them. We cracked open one of the barn doors at the venue to allow enough room for the pair to hold hands and have some photos taken. This was such a special moment between the two of them to say a quick hello as they prepared to exchange vows.

Luckily, the rain held off long enough for us to have their ceremony outside in front of a beautiful arch created by Lynbeck Events. These guys not only planned the most magical wedding day for Shelby and Cheston, but they also created ALL of the florals outside of Shelby’s bouquet. And they all turned out stunning.

The ceremony was authentic and full of love. Both sets of parents watched on from the front row as their children exchanged vows. The couple created a symbolic moment where they poured dirt into a shared plant to remind them of their unity.

After the ceremony I caught a glimpse of the new Mr. and Mrs. sharing a sweet and intimate moment that was too perfect not to photograph. We then took some incredibly couples portraits. I know they were absolutely starving so luckily Lynbeck Events brought them each a sandwich to snack on in between shots!

The rain continued to hold out for us long enough to take some gorgeous sunset photos. We had to be VERY careful watching for cars on the street. A police officer even drove by and gave a “congratulations!” to the couple on his intercom. These photos turned out to be some of my favorite of the entire day.

We concluded the night with a gorgeous sparkler exit where all of their friends and family cheered on the newly married couple. Shelby and Cheston were headed down to Daytona, Florida the next morning to enjoy a fun and relaxing honeymoon.

I am so honored that Shelby and Cheston chose me to photograph such a monumental event in their life. I will never take my responsibility as a wedding photographer lightly. I hope you enjoy these beautiful images!

Venue: The Owls Landing

Planning: Lynbeck Events

Photographer: Deep South Photography

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