It had been more than a year and a half since I met Meggan and Tanner. During this time, emails were sent back and forth… details were poured over… websites were scoured for just the perfect touch. Meggan soaked in every ounce of the wedding process, and she loved each minute of it. It was during this time that her and I formed a friendship. We both enjoyed seeing the details in things… she saw the details of her wedding, as I witnessed the details of what was sure to be a beautiful marriage. Meggan and Tanner fit together so well. They compliment each other’s movements and laugh at every turn. Meggan and Tanner became more than just a wedding couple to me. They became dear friends.
So when I walked into Meggan’s aunt’s home on that Saturday, my excitement ran deep. The house was quiet when we walked inside, and no one was around. I creeped into the kitchen, hoping that we had walked into the right house and found Meggan’s aunt sitting by herself in the living room. I introduced myself, and she pointed up the stairs towards the master suite. I knocked quietly and let myself in… and there it was… the wedding buzz. Bridesmaids primping, hair and makeup chairs filled, and a coffee table filled with beautiful treats. Meggan sat in her chair getting her final touches and her bridesmaids looked on with smiles on their faces… I was immediately welcomed as part of the wedding party, and everyone was so incredibly genuine… and warm. It was the perfect start to what was inevitably going to be a perfect day.
Meggan opted to do a first look with her Dad… which turned out amazing!
Just a few miles down the street the guys were also buzzing around in preparation for the day. And I was able to sneak over and grab some shots of Tanner getting ready as well…
Meggan had sent over a sweet love note and a few gifts for Tanner that morning. They met shortly after high school, so the heart shaped letter written on notebook paper was incredibly fitting.
Meggan came up with an adorable theme to weave throughout her day which tied in perfectly with the Spring weather. Their guests were offered the chance to fly away with them through a kite filled wonderland set within the trees and gorgeous landscape of the Oak Canyon Nature Center in Anaheim, California.
The bride and groom opted for a first look which made the day breeze by so effortlessly… and allowed for plenty of time for photos.
Because Meggan and Tanner opted to do a first look, we had plenty of time to get the wedding party photos completed before the ceremony as well…
Meggan also had the chance to open her wedding day gift from Tanner…
As Meggan’s dad walked her down the aisle, her and Tanner had come up with a tactic to ease the nerves and bring some laughter into their ceremony. They had a sign made for Meggan’s dad to read as he escorted his daughter, and it was an absolute hit for the entire party…
Meggan and Tanner were both dedicated to making sure that they had plenty of bride and groom photos, so we had even more time directly following the ceremony to grab some photos of them as husband and wife..
Joyce Kim and her team of amazing vendors were on hand to make sure that the day looked beautiful and ran smoothly!
Meggan and Tanner… I have enjoyed every moment of the last year and a half. It is so surreal to know that your wedding day has come and gone, but I look forward to getting to know you even more as your marriage continues and your family grows. Congratulations to you both!! I can not wait to see what is in store for you! xo.
Vendors:
Venue: Oak Canyon Nature Center
Desserts: Cocoaberry Cake Company
Photographer: j. anne photography
Coordinator: Joyce Kim Weddings
Servers: Wait Staff and More
Hair and Makeup: Pretty in Pink
DJ and MC: DJ Mike
Rentals: Baker Party Rentals
Photo Booth: Rancho Photo Booth
