Monday, July 6, 2015

Jordan + Stephanie | wedding day | :: Iowa wedding photographer

{#wearemarshall2015}
Jordan and Stephanie were married on an impossibly perfect spring day. The weather was gorgeous, the bride was glowing, the groom was ecstatic... - what more could I ask for? :) 
I met Jordan and Stephanie through school {woot woot FBBC!} and Stephanie and I graduated from the same program. 
Stephanie's mom shared with me that one of the first things Stephanie decided on after being engaged was "I just know I want Rachel to do my photos!" {can't ask for anything more than that!} 

I so loved photographing this beautiful couple and can't wait to see where God takes them in the future! 

Introducing, Mr. and Mrs Marshall :)


Jordan and Stephanie opted not to have a first look, so with some coordinating, we were able to get most of the group shots done at a local library beforehand. Jordan had a GREAT group of guys standing up with him, and it was awesome to see how excited they were for him to marry Stephanie! 
{on another note - this day was actually Jordan's birthday! What a fun way to celebrate!} 




Jordan's family :) 







Seriously, THE cutest ring bearer and flower girl! There was some serious sweetness going on! 





Jordan and his parents 


Making Uncle Jordan jealous ;)




What a beautiful group of ladies! Stephanie chose some sweethearts to stand with her on her wedding day :) 


{the squish pose} 



Beautiful bride or what? Stephanie was GLOWING!







Those shoes! 

Since they chose not to do a first look, we did a private prayer just before the ceremony. Jordan's request for God's guidance and blessing on the day was beautiful, and brought anyone within earshot to tears :)


{anticipation} 









This life is an altar 
Where I want to offer
My soul, and my mind, and strength
Cleansed by Your mercy to live a life worthy
Of the One Who called my name



Jesus, be glorified
Jesus, be magnified
Let me be a pleasing sacrifice
Jesus, be glorified
Jesus, be magnified
Here on the altar
My life is an offering









Another fun surprise for the day! Remember when I mentioned that Saturday happened to be Jordan's birthday? Well, Stephanie knew that Jordan had a special love for sprinkles (yes, sprinkles! like the kind you put on ice cream! :) She secretly arranged for their send off to consist of a multitude of multicolored sprinkles. A fun, and very colorful way to celebrate! 

























Jordan and Stephanie, thank you for allowing me to share in your day! It was absolutely beautiful, from start to finish. Best wishes in your new life TOGETHER! :) 
love, rachel