Almost all of the grooms I’ve photographed this year have gone to the Citadel—how crazy is that? Tyler is the one who brought that to my attention, because one of his Citadel buddies is Matt (pictured later in this post, and also here). It’s been pretty neat because I’ve gotten to hang out with some of the same groups of people all year.

Tyler + McKenzie had a beautiful ceremony and reception at Wintergreen Woods, despite how muggy and rainy it was all day. Their wedding was probably the most humid one I’ve had yet! Even so, it was a perfect day for this sweet couple.

Enjoy some of my favorites! (Including a sweet father/daughter first look and McKenzie’s new monogram ring!)

They wrote their own vows, and they were just so heartfelt. <3 This is the kind of personal touch that makes me all teary-eyed.

McKenzie really wanted to do a father/daughter first look, and I’m so glad she did! All the bridesmaids stood in front of her to hide her (pictured below), and when her dad walked in they all moved over to the side. I think almost everyone in the room was crying by the end.

Matt is the third from the left in the picture below. His wedding was a few weeks after this one, and his pictures are coming SOON. Stay tuned. <3