Elegance, style, and fun are the words to describe this weddings. Julia and I could tell when we first met Rachel and Nathan that this weddings was going to be special. Rachel has been dreaming of this day for a long time. I think all the hard work that they did to make this wedding special and unique, will be one to remember. It's not often that you go to a wedding with cotton candy at the reception. However, when the Heart of Illinois Fair was the location of the couples first date, it becomes the perfect theme for a wedding celebration. The festivities took place at the Country Club of Peoria, with the skillful work of Beth Maxwell and her team draping the event in navy & pinks, complete with Bob Monier's beautiful flower arrangements cascading from the ceiling. It truly was a beautiful celebration and we were honored to photograph it.
Here is Nathan + Rachel love • inspired sneak peek.
JJ once again you guys just know how to create magic and give clients a lifetime of magical memories I wanna be just like you guys!!
(09.12.09 @ 01:39 PM)Magical!! I love the colors in the sky and how you capture every moment!! xoxo
(09.12.09 @ 02:59 PM)So Gorgeous, Cannot wait to see all the rest!! My Best to you, what a wonderful beginning!!
(09.14.09 @ 06:14 AM)These pictures are absolutely beautiful!!
(09.14.09 @ 09:03 AM)Awesome work guys! Love the detail shots, love the feel of the album.
(09.17.09 @ 01:41 PM)You may think that since Julia and I have photographed so many weddings we really don't pay attention to the sermon during the ceremony. Truth be told, not every ceremony gets our attention, but this one did. This ceremony was something special. That was evident by the words that Dave and Nicole said to each other as they exchanged their carefully thought out vows. Julia was so moved by what Nicole said to Dave that she asked for a copy of the vows. Dave and Nicole are such a young couple, but they have such a mature understanding of what it takes to have a strong marriage. They both have such great role models for parents, not to mention a set of grandparents that have been married for 50 years. It truly is remarkable!
Cathy (mom of the bride) and Nicole paid attention to all the details. All the hard work paid off with a beautiful celebration. Hats off to all the vendors that worked so hard at this event.
Sarah Feuchter Events- Wedding Planner
Premier Productions- Lighting & DJ
Heaven on Earth- flowers
Katie (wedding specialist)- Embassy Suites
Save The Date - Linens
Here is Dave and Nicole's love • inspired sneak peek. If you would like to view the images in the slide show click on the little arrow at the bottom.
J AND J what can i say this is remarkable, elegant, magical I hope to one day soon be blessed enough to share creativity with a crew of followers such as yourselves has done Im hooked!!
(09.03.09 @ 11:49 PM)Very tasteful set! You guys have such a great look!! Let us know if you ever make it out to Nashville!!
(09.04.09 @ 01:10 AM)Jeff and Julia,
These pictures are AMAZING!!! It brought tears to my eyes looking through them- love the slide show!!! To say they are wonderful would be an understatement...there just aren't words. I can't wait for Dave to get home in a little bit to see them, too!
Thank you for taking wonderful pictures of my cousin's wedding! They are simply beautiful. My cousins and I were raise on unconditional love by our grandparents, aunts, uncle and parents. I want to thank you for capturing that with David and Nicole!
(09.04.09 @ 03:31 PM)Jeff and Julia ~ The photos are just stunning! Of course, the biased mother-of-the-bride would think they are beautiful no matter what:) But really, your artistic eyes for detail, lighting, backgrounds, and camera angles are what make the pictures so amazing. It's very evident the wedding party had a great time with you! We are excited to see all the photos next month! (PS-your intro on the blog is very sweet - you were both great to work with!)
(09.04.09 @ 03:59 PM)Love the pics! You guys did a great job capturing how special/fun the day was!
(09.05.09 @ 08:26 AM)Phenomenal, emotional, and beyond words! Love it much puppies!
(09.07.09 @ 08:43 AM)
thx Dennis, it was a very fun session. Cant wait til the wedding.
(08.28.09 @ 12:04 PM)
Julia and I love weddings when the families are involved in the day. Nothing means more to Brian and Jennifer then their families. This is the second time we have had the honor of working with the Irwin's (brides family). We photographed Jennifer's brother's wedding (Mark and Brittany) a few years back in Cleveland. When the call came from Jennifer that it was her turn, well we were more than excited - we were honored. Funny to say, but Julia and I really feel a part of the Irwin family. They are one of those families that just have a strong bond. One of my favorite images of this day is when Julia photograph Mrs. Irwin looking at Jennifer with tears in her eyes (as you will see in the slideshow below). That is an image that you just feel.
We could not wait to finally meet the guy who swept Jennifer off her feet and from the moment we met Brian we could see why. He is truly a genuine guy that knows how to treat a lady. I could see it in the way he treated his mother. He had already loaded the bus, but quickly got off to give his mom Judy a hug as she was leaving the hotel and getting into a limo (as you will see in the slide show). At that moment, I was convinced that Jennifer was in good hands. It was a special moment to capture.
Jennifer just lights up when Brian is around and its not hard to see that her heart belongs to him. We wish them all the best.
The wedding took place in downtown Cleveland. The reception was at the Silver Grill in the Ritz Carlton with fabulous customer service that you can expect from the Ritz.
It was great day for a wedding of a wonderful couple and a blending of two beautiful families.
Here is their Love Inspired Showcase enjoy
Great shots! You guys are soooo unique in your style. Nice stuff!!
(08.24.09 @ 08:37 PM)Another great job! And thanks for the kind words about our families - it's all true. I'm so glad you were able to photograph my sister's wedding, I knew she and Brian wouldn't be disappointed with your work and that the shots would be amazing. I mean, if you can make Brian look this good, it's obvious that you are miracle workers. :)
(08.25.09 @ 12:31 PM)Another great job Jeff & Julia! And thanks for the kind words about our families - it's all true. I'm so glad you were able to photograph my sister's wedding....I knew she and Brian would not be disappointed with the shots, they are amazing. I mean, it takes a miracle worker to make Brian look this good! (just kidding Brian....but not really)
(08.25.09 @ 12:40 PM)See, apparently my jokes were so funny they had to be posted twice.
(08.25.09 @ 05:38 PM)WOW! Jeff & Julia you have again done a fabulous job! Thank you for capturing the beauty and happiness of Jenn and Brian's wedding day. We are thrilled with the results. We appreciate your kind words and are thankful you could share the joy and special day with our family. Your creative talent will help us to relive the wonderful day for many years to come. Fondly, Linda & Alan Irwin
(08.25.09 @ 10:34 PM)We are in total awe. Jeff and Julia, looking at your art brought back the incredible emotions and happiness of our wedding day. It's amazing how talented you are to be able to capture those intangibles! You have preserved our memories in such a way that we will be able to remember beyond the portraits every time we look at them. We are beyond grateful to you. Could not have imagined the day without you as part of it. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Jenn and Brian Slife
(08.26.09 @ 07:42 AM)What an amazing story book...the light...emotion...and goose bumps!!! Congrats on your talent and perfect eye and beautiful photography...and Jenn on your fabulous taste in everything!
All my best,
Celeste
Jenn and Brian, the pictures are beautiful! You look like you could be in Bride magazine. Brian, even thought they are teasing you, you look GQ all the way.....maybe lots of touch ups.
Kidding aside, they really captured the emotions and happiness of your wedding.
I have never seen such beautiful wedding pictures. WOW!!!
You guys look wonderful!
Thanks guy for all the kind words. Hope to see more from this wedding on the Style Me Pretty Blog!!
(08.27.09 @ 01:47 PM)Brian & Jenn, you two are so damn adorable, especially on your special day! The pics are great!!! Howard and I were so glad to be part of your fabulous celebration. It was truly a great day from beginning to end. Take care. .Love ya!
(08.27.09 @ 04:01 PM)Jeffrey & Julia, what an amazing job you did! It has to be easier for you when you have such fabulous subjects in the beautiful bride & handsome groom! Thanks so much for your very kind words about our families. I have watched this so many times, I love it!! Your imagination & creativity are beyond words! As parents of the groom, we could not be happier for Brian & so thrilled with the additiion of Jenn & her family to our family! Looking forward to seeing all the rest of their specail day that you managed to capture so uniquely. Thanks for the very special memories of a truly wonderful day! Judi & Frank Slife
(08.30.09 @ 04:16 PM)The photography is beautiful and the emotion and feeling captured perfectly! Love it!
(09.06.09 @ 12:31 AM)Brian and Jenn, I have watched your wedding video at least 5 times and think it is about the coolest thing ever. You too are gorgeous and your wedding day was perfect. So glad I was there to celebrate it with you. Kudos to Jeffrey and Julia. Beautiful, beautiful work. I have enjoyed it very much. Thanks for sharing it with us and happy 1 month anniversary Jenn and Brian.
(09.13.09 @ 04:14 PM)
Amazing work guys!
(09.26.09 @ 03:07 PM)Thank you so much for your kind words and for capturing our happy day! We are just thrilled with these pictures and can't wait to see the rest! :) Thanks so much for sharing your talents with us! ...and we sooo wish we could share our In-n-Out burger with you! ;)
(09.27.09 @ 06:23 PM)awesome pictures!
(09.27.09 @ 07:37 PM)Love them! Wish I had used you guys for our wedding...what beautiful pictures. I think we'll be in touch when our daughter turns 1!
(09.27.09 @ 09:00 PM)Impressive photography! Awesome subjects! Absolutely capture the happy moments!
(09.28.09 @ 08:51 PM)