Cassie and James :: Houston Wedding Photographer

I am so glad that we got to photograph this very special wedding!

Cassie and James reached out to us a few months ago and told us their wedding day plans. They said that they were planning a very small and intimate wedding with their absolute closest friends and family, and they had chosen to be married at Great Oaks Manor in Richmond. They had came across Taryn and John's wedding at Great Oaks Manor that we shot earlier this year, and then, they invited us to come be a part of their day.

I am so thankful they did. This was one of the coolest days that Luke and I have ever had the opportunity to be a part of. Put aside your mental images of a wedding day filled with wardrobe malfunctions, hustle and bustle, rushed timelines, and 'puttin' on the dog.' (I can't help it, I'm from Texas and that's the expression that came to mind. There is no substitute.)

Cassie and James planned a laid back day with the main focus being their vows and their love for one another. It was so refreshing to sit back and watch this day happen!

Here she is! Cassie you are a stunning woman!

Classic beauty!

Cassie had 1 attendant, her lovely sister Tara. I love their smiles.

This cute little nephew was the star of the show.

As the music started to play at the ceremony, Cassie made her way down the grand staircase at Great Oaks Manor.

There, she joined her father as she they made the long walk over to the ceremony.

First glimpse of the groom!

Loved this moment! Cassie and James wrote their own vows to one another and said them quietly, where no one else could hear. Of course, I'm very nosy, so I wish I could know what they said... but something tells me, it was very sweet. :)

And they are married!

After the guests had all made their way to the reception, Cassie and James took a few moments to themselves for some portraits.

At this point, Luke had stepped outside to pull our car around to the front. I was gathering all of our camera bags and equipment, when I literally was stopped in my tracks by these two. I couldn't help but feel like I was in a deer stand trying not to make any sudden movements to disturb them. I think I've been watching too much outdoor TV, by the way. Can you tell?

They are such a sweet couple, and so in love. Thank you, Cassie and James, for letting us be there.

We all headed to Mia Bella Trattoria for dinner, toasts, and special dances.

The favors were these adorable little palms.

I live for little moments like this one between the bride and groom. The best man had just mentioned what a special person James is to all who know him. Cassie couldn't resist. Swoon.

As the evening closed in, Cassie and James bid farewell and set off on their new life together... but first, of course, they went on a fabulous honeymoon to Hawaii! :)

Cassie and James, how can we thank you enough for letting us spend this day with you? It was truly one of the most special weddings we have ever had the privilege of photographing. You welcomed us into your small wedding and treated us like family, and for that we are very grateful! We hope that you have a long and blessed marriage!

To sign their guestbook and view the rest of their wedding day images, click here!