When Kendal first described her wedding and gave me the intimate details, I was delighted. My first thoughts were great another intimate wedding with a touch of class! I adore simple elegance.
Matt and Kendal flew in from New York to be married at the University of Florida in Gainsville, where they first met in college. When I arrived at the church and met Kendal and Matt they were charming, quiet, well refined and very pleasant. The Baughman Center where the ceremony was held matched their personality. It was picturesque with lead glass windows, cathedral doors and a semi-modern/Gothic revival architectural interior… The perfect place for a subdued yet enchantingly romantic wedding.
I must admit that after shooting the ceremony, I thought that the reception would be more of the same. A bit subdued yet enchantingly romantic. I decided that I would settle in and enjoy the romance and serenity of the day. Was I ever surprised! I was completely caught off guard. The reception held at Sweetwater Branch Inn was equally as beautiful and intimately elegant as the ceremony…but serene and subdued it was not. This refined and somewhat conservative crowd knew how to have a good time and get down and party. I had a blast, it was definitely a wedding celebration that I will remember for along time.
At the end of the night, although a bit tired I felt sad when the last song was called. I even begged the fantastic DJ from Gnys Entertainment /DJ Jarad Bowenms to do one more song. The selection of music this DJ played was fantastic and I didn’t want the music or the night to end. This DJ has a knack for knowing the exact songs to play to get people up dancing and partying. This day could not have gone any better and much of the thanks should go to their planner Amy from Adore Events, she did an outstanding job.
Take a peek at some of the pictures from their wedding to get an idea of the romance and fun that was captured that day. Matt and Kendal are a beautiful couple and they had one of the best wedding celebrations I have ever had the pleasure of being a part of. What a great group of family and friends they have (the kind of love and support every young couple should have in their lives). Matt and Kendal I wish you a long, happy and fulfilled life together.
Thank you Matt, Kendal and thank your amazing family and friends… what a wonderful wedding.
Enjoy the pictures!
Leah
Crystal - The ceremony pictures of the bride and groom are stunning and the reception pictures are so fun to look at! Great job, Leah- you seemed to really capture the feel of their wedding day!
Debbie Beasley - I knew when we left the reception, that we had been part of something very special. Thank you Leah, for the excellent job of keeping these memories of this day, as exciting, as they were that night.
Margo Snyder - If this is just a “peek” at the wedding pictures, I can’t wait to see the rest. Leah certainly did an outstanding job capturing the beauty, elegance, and class of one of the most beauriful brides and weddings I have ever had the priviledge to witness. It was great to see my little Kendolina marry her Prince Charming and I wish them a godly, happy, blissful marriage. I know Matt will truly cherish and love her. God bless them!!!
Marina Carter - really love the pictures – your photographer was awesome! And, the one of you guys kissing in front of the chapel doors is beautiful!
Jim Herman - What an awesome wedding, the photographer did a great job catching the moments in time.
Marguerite Ricca - Absolutely beautiful. Photographer is very professional (as was the entire affair!).
Jennifer Fiorenzo - These are excellent, she did such an awesome job of capturing the love b/w you guys! So cute! The reception ones are great too, makes me want to go back!
Teresa Eller - A beautiful woman whom I was priviledged to watch grow during her youngest years. She holds a special place in my heart. I believe she will attain every dream and aspiration she has! I wish Kendal and Matt the best. A beautiful celebration of becoming a family. I know God will bless them.
Rachel Schremp - Beautiful photos from a beautiful day! The one with Kendal and Matt kissing in front of the church is pure art! Great job!
Tammy Johnson - It was such a special day, Beautiful Couple, and thanks to Leah we now have these “GREAT” memories. Leah, you were great and I appreciate the way you were so relaxed and just a real part of the whole celebration,yet always working to catch just the right shots.Thanks for all your hard work-
Mekala Tinnin - Wow, this bride has SUCH a classic aura about her. Leah, you did a fantastic job at capturing not only her beauty, but the beauty of their wedding!
Kendal Grady - Leah Jean did an amazing job and went above and beyond with our wedding photography. Great energy. Great shots. Great eye!
Thanks for everything, from Kendal and Matt