Ashley Athey Photography

This was our last wedding of 2012 and my belly was officially large and in charge!Thankfully Laura and Erik (and all their family and friends) were incredible and it didn’t even feel like I was photographing a wedding very very pregnant!

And speaking of babies, check out this cutie!

Cheers! The girls waiting for the bride to arrive…

I really enjoy seeing the photos Alex takes of the guys getting ready. They always need help with their ties.

All the little details…

You know I LOVE colorful bridal shoes, but there’s also something fabulous about a pair of clean white heals.

Final touches.

FALL WEDDINGS ARE THE BEST!!!!!!!!! (Sorry about that. I couldn’t contain myself.)

There are no words to describe the awesomeness of these pictures. What a fun group! (P.S. Look closely at the groom in the first one.)

The leaves turned so quickly this year, but we were lucky to still find some lovely spots on campus.

Favorite. Thank you wind.

I know I use this pose a lot, but I just love the results!

Laura, you are a stunning bride!!

Having fun with mirrors.

Two AMAZING (and delicious) cakes!

Always one of the best parts of the day. So much emotion.

It’s way more fun to photograph the reception when people are having a blast!

Meanwhile, I was running a small experimental “photo booth”. I think people liked it, lol.

What a FANTASTIC final wedding of 2012! See you guys again soon!!

I am so glad it’s finally Spring! But looking at these photos makes me miss my very favorite season: Fall!! Look at the amazing colors below and tell me it isn’t the prettiest time of year. I dare you!

I am going to start things off with my favorite… BAM!

The. Most. Perfect. Day. Ever.

We love to have fun with our couples!

Even though they did photos before the ceremony, Stephen was still emotional seeing his bride walk down the aisle. (Reason #78 to do a first look!)

St. Paul Catholic Center is one of our favorite churches. The light is perfection.

Feeling bubbly!

Getting into the limo and getting out!

Can’t you feel the joy in the first picture? SOOOOO in love!

My favorite part of this picture? His foot. Just taking a stroll on a gorgeous October day!

When we do this pose, I ALWAYS get some great shots as they get into position, lol.

And you KNOW we can’t pass up a good ring shot!

Smiling and laughing the entire first dance. Man, we love photographing couples in love!!!

Amber and the amazing men in her life…

Let’s get this party started. There were some serious dancers in this group!

Time to rock out!!

Everybody got in on the fun.

The dance floor was packed the whole night.

And I adore when the newly married couple is out there leading the charge!

It was an absolutely beautiful day from start to finish. Congratulations!!!!!!

So… our brand new baby has caused me to get SUPER behind on blogging! Sorry guys!! But I have to say, he’s TOTALLY worth it!

We met Fiona and Levi (the awesome bride and groom you will be meeting below) because they are friends with our fabulous 10-10-10 bride Laura. I am happy to say that Fiona is not just a past Ashley Athey Photography bride… she’s now a good friend! AND she’s having her own baby in a couple months!!!

Here’s the lovely bride getting her hair done (by a family member!) with a Game of Thrones inspiration which I LOVE.

Check our her shirt: I’m a Pepper! Levi’s last name is Pepper!

First looks… JUST DO IT!

Yes.

We took all these photos behind the Bloomington Meeting of Friends building. We could not take photos during the ceremony, but trust me when I say it was a beautifully intimate Quaker wedding. They had each of their guests sign the marriage certificate. So special!

There was a hops (beer) theme and this custom jewelry was incredible!

I love when people have creative centerpieces so that I can stick the rings on (and in) them!

Even the cake topper was on theme and the bartender is actually pouring a beer in the background! (P.S. Check on the groomsmen on the right. Ha!)

Pretty sure that’s her dad taking a picture during their first dance.

These two are so seriously in love!

The fun gets going at Mike’s Dance Barn!!

There was a flash mob during the reception. And it was amazeballs. (By the way, that’s Laura, a past bride turned friend as well!)

“Party rock is in the house tonight…”

“Everybody just have a good time.”

Seriously. Could they look any happier?!

It’s very rare that I blog both toss/catch pics. But these guys were giving it their all!

My favorite part of the day. Everyone headed outside to release lanterns.

I just love the moment when the lantern finally takes flight.

Fiona and Levi, you guys are incredible! Thanks for letting us share this day with you. We look forward to having our babies hang out in the near future!!