There’s just something about them.  When they’re together, the December days seem a little warmer, the evenings are sparkled with stars that shine a little brighter.  Their laughs are just a little louder. Her smile’s just a bit bigger.  The twinkle in his eyes dance just a little quicker.

The love that Katy and Austin share is one of those loves that everyone envys. Pure, authentic, simple love.  It’s in the honesty they share between each other.  It’s in the way she nurtures him, the way he laughs at her jokes and pulls her in tight, leaving her with a top-of-the-head kiss.  The knowing looks of trust they exchange. You see, we can’t always control the hurt inflicted upon us.  But we can control the love we give to others to help erase that hurt.  God brought Katy into Austin’s life to do just that.  Their love was built on openness, communication, tenderness, and trust.  As the wine before the meal, they’re better together.

And when they’re together, life is amplified.

Married: Katy and Austin.

We started the day at Veda Salon (they always have the best natural light!).

Katy’s sister:

What a moment!  Katy’s mom and nephew:

Yup, he was the cutest.  Definitely didn’t help with Jesie’s baby fever!

Why don’t grown-ups still wear these?!

Katy had the softest and most beautiful skin I have ever seen.

Portrait by Katy. :)

While Katy was getting her make-up done, I ran next door to the guys’.  Austin on the left and his best man Ellory:

And, no, I’m pretty sure they hadn’t consumed a drop, but made sure to set the stage when they heard the photographer was coming by!

Boys will be boys…

Nothing like a little Qdoba on your wedding day.

After hair and make-up we headed to Katy and Austin’s church for some details and their amazing First Look!

Loved Austin’s James Avery ring!

Love these next several shots that Jesie grabbed.  The dressing of the bride is almost always my and Jesie’s favorite thing to photograph.  There are so many awesome emotions.

Katy rocked this incredible sash.  She looked so classy!

LOVE this shot of Katy and her mom doing final touch ups.

Katy you are beautiful beyond words, girl!

Next stop: the sanctuary for the First Look!

Stay tuned for their breathtaking First Look later this afternoon!  I’m a bit behind on blogging the last couple of days and am hoping to make it up to you with two mega posts today!  We’ve been busy on this ending wrapping up three weddings!  Lots of good bloggin’ comin’ up!